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Start your learning journey, map out career goals, or get involved in the student community. All the information you need is here. This site is your starting point for success at MQ.
What you need to know
Nearly ready to register for your Session 2 classes?
To help your class rego go as smoothly as possible we’ve got some handy hints and tips for you.
Check it outWhat you need to know for exams
What to bring, how to plan your answers, how to set up for an online exam and more.
Get your exam checklistPilot plan for the safe return of international students
Macquarie University is working closely with the NSW Government and Study NSW to plan the safe return of our international students.
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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Events
View more eventsCareerWISE: Online Tools and Resources for Career Success Workshop
Wed 9 June, 12pm - 1pm, Online
Join us for a webinar exploring the wide range of online resources available to build your career skills.
Learn moreSpecial deals and promotions during exams
During exams
Learn moreMindfulness and Meditation in the Library
Wednesdays 9, 16 and 23 June, 6pm – 6:30pm
Library Room 4.01, Level 4, 16 Macquarie Walk
De-stress for exam success with a free mindfulness and meditation session in the Library, brought to you by MUSAC. No registrations required
Key dates
2021 Session Calendar
For students undertaking most undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degrees, including Open Universities Australia (OUA).
| 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 - 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 June - 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.
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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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