Faculty of Science and Engineering

PACE units in the Faculty of Science and Engineering

PACE enables students and industry partners to collaborate in the spirit of discovery while tackling the big issues faced by society, both in Australia and globally.

Through PACE, Macquarie University's Faculty of Science and Engineering engages with community and industry partners to make exciting discovering, enhance employability and prepare future STEM leaders.

PACE includes research and lab-based internships, professional placements, and collaborative fieldwork. PACE in Science and Engineering makes it possible for:

• students to enhance their employability
• community and industry partners to nurture the next generation of innovators
• students to pursue career aspirations while helping partner organisations and the community achieve mutually beneficial outcomes

PACE occurs through academic units that are integrated into the course curriculum and it is a requirement for all Macquarie University undergraduate courses.

Student stories

See PACE in the Faculty of Science and Engineering in action.

• Kaytlyn discovers her love of research while examining genetic diversity in emus.
• Bronwyn and Jack reach for the stars in collaboration with the Australian Astronomical Observatory.
• Danielle, Stuart and Calvin test their knowledge and skills in commercial chemistry labs.
• Elisa and Ben practice marine conservation through rehabilitating injured marine animals.
• Katrina and Benjamin help bushwalkers find their way through the development of an app PACE Student Story.
• Liam goes nuclear on his internship and learns how to radiate confidence to future employers.
• Leonie gives the low-down on what employers look for when selecting interns.
• Accelerate your employment potential with Professional and Community Engagement (PACE).