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Learn morePACE Prize Winners 2020
PACE, the University's work integrated learning program, gives all undergraduates the chance to build their technical and employability skills by learning with an industry, government or not-for-profit organisation. In 2020, more than 6000 students completed a COVID-safe PACE activity – a massive step towards being ready for the workplace and testing out career goals.
Each year, the University acknowledges students who make outstanding contributions to partner organisations through the PACE Prizes. Watch the video to hear tips from our 2020 winners on how to make the most of your PACE activity.
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What you need to know
Changes to special consideration
If you're impacted by COVID-19, and need to apply for special consideration, you can now submit a statement of fact as evidence.
Learn moreChanges to Withdraw Without Penalty Procedure
Check the information on our website if you’ve experienced special circumstances after the Census Date and are thinking of applying.
Learn moreUse your free access to LinkedIn Learning
You have access to video-based courses on 3D animation, photography, project management and so much more.
Learn moreHDR students
Dedicated site with specific information for Higher Degree by Research students.
Learn moreSC grade not available in 2021
Just a reminder that the Special Circumstances (SC) grade was only used in 2020. In 2021, student’s who don’t successfully complete a unit will receive a fail grade for that unit.
What's happening at MQ
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Need a break?
The mid-session break is 13-26 September. We asked our Peer Mentors for advice on what to do during the break, and they delivered the goods.
Find a Peer MentorEvents
View more eventsEnglish Speaking Club online sessions
Thursdays, 3.30pm – 4.30pm
Join the club and improve your English speaking skills.
Postgraduate Study Expo
21-23 September, 4pm – 7pm
Learn how further study at Macquarie can boost your career prospects and progression, and your skill set.
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2021 Session Calendar
For students undertaking most undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degrees.
| Session 1 | Session 2 | Session 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orientation | 15 February | 19 July | 22 November |
| Classes Start | 22 February | 26 July | 29 November |
| Last date to enrol via eStudent | 7 March | 8 August | 12 December |
| Census date (Teaching census) | 18 March | 19 August | 13 December |
| Mid-session break (Recess) | 5 - 18 April | 13 - 26 September | 20 December - 2 Jan 2022 |
| Last withdrawal without fail | 28 April | 28 September | 20 December |
| Classes resume | 19 April | 27 September | 3 January 2022 |
| Classes end | 6 June | 7 November | 16 January 2022 |
| Examinations | 7 - 25 June | 8 - 26 November | 24 - 31 Jan 2022 |
| Results | 8 July | 9 December | 10 February 2022 |
4 Term Calendar
For students undertaking postgraduate coursework degrees at the Macquarie Business School.
| Classes | Last date to enrol | Census date | Last withdrawal without fail | Examinations | Results | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | 11 Jan - 19 Mar | 17 Jan | 27 Jan | 5 Mar | 22 - 28 Mar | 14 Apr |
| Term 2 | 6 Apr - 11 Jun | 11 Apr | 21 Apr | 28 May | 15 - 20 Jun | 7 Jul |
| Term 3 | 28 Jun - 3 Sep | 4 Jul | 13 Jul | 20 Aug | 6 - 12 Sep | 29 Sep |
| Term 4 | 20 Sep - 26 Nov | 26 Sep | 5 Oct | 12 Nov | 29 Nov - 5 Dec | 22 Dec |
6 Term Calendar
For students undertaking courses through Macquarie University International College (MUIC) and the online Global of Master of Business Administration (GMBA).
MUIC
| Classes | Last date to enrol | Census date | Last withdrawal without fail | Examinations | Results | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MUIC Term 1 | 1 Feb - 12 Mar | 31 Jan | 16 Feb | 26 February | 15 Mar - 19 Mar | 25 Mar |
| MUIC Term 2 | 29 Mar - 7 May | 28 Mar | 13 Apr | 23 April | 10 May - 14 May | 20 May |
| MUIC Term 3 | 24 May - 2 Jul | 23 May | 8 Jun | 18 June | 5 Jul - 9 Jul | 15 Jul |
| MUIC Term 4 | 26 Jul - 3 Sep | 25 Jul | 10 Aug | 20 August | 6 Sep - 10 Sep | 16 Sep |
| MUIC Term 5 | 27 Sep - 5 Nov | 26 Sep | 12 Oct | 22 October | 8 Nov - 12 Nov | 18 Nov |
| MUIC Term 6 | 29 Nov - 21 Jan | 28 Nov | 14 Dec | 7 January 2022 | 24 Jan - 28 Jan 2022 | 3 Feb 2022 |
GMBA
| Classes | Last date to enrol | Census date | Last withdrawal without fail | Results | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online 1 | 11 Jan - 21 Feb | 8 Jan | 20 Jan | 14 February | 10 Mar |
| Online 2 | 8 Mar - 18 Apr | 5 Mar | 17 Mar | 24 March | 5 May |
| Online 3 | 3 May - 13 Jun | 30 Apr | 12 May | 19 May | 30 Jun |
| Online 4 | 28 Jun - 8 Aug | 25 Jun | 7 Jul | 14 July | 25 Aug |
| Online 5 | 23 Aug - 3 Oct | 20 Aug | 1 Sep | 8 September | 20 Oct |
| Online 6 | 18 Oct - 28 Nov | 15 Oct | 27 Oct | 3 November | 15 Dec |
Life at MQ
The life of a student can be hectic but at Macquarie we have the services, support, facilities, and activities you need to be successful.
Get organised. Get connected. Get involved.
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Student groups
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Welcome to Country
The Welcome to Country, orated by Aunty Julie Janson acknowledges the traditional custodians of the Macquarie University Land and pays respect to Elders past, present and future. The video highlights the cultural significance of the Land on which the University is situated, belonging to the Wattamattagal clan of the Darug Nation, whose cultures and customs have nurtured, and continue to nurture, this land, since the Dreamtime.
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