Get uni ready
For a well prepared and successful start, we recommend you explore our systems and basic essentials resources. This will help you set up all your Macquarie learning systems and understand what you need at university.
If you have any questions about Macquarie, contact our friendly team at Student Connect. They’ll be able to help you or direct you to the right support service.
Studying offshore
We'll be together soon! In the meantime, we invite you to explore our student life page and discover the community values, tips and advice on uni life.
Connect with a current student
If you’d like to meet someone who knows their way around Macquarie and Sydney, you can connect with a Peer Mentor. If you will be studying offshore, being in contact with a Peer Mentor is your best option to adapt to university life.
Peer Mentors are current Macquarie students who are trained to share their experiences and guide you through your first session of study.
If you’d like to meet someone who knows their way around Macquarie and Sydney, you can connect with a Peer Mentor. Peer Mentors are current Macquarie students who are trained to share their experiences and guide you through your first session of study.
How to study online effectively
Some of you will be studying online. Here are some tips to help you study more effectively in this environment:
- Visit the learn Online at Macquarie page for strategies on studying online.
- View these 10 top tips [PDF 44KB] on how to study online.
- Watch our online learning tips video [YouTube video] to hear more study tips from one of our teachers.
Improve your English
- Macquarie’s English Language Centre offers a range of paid courses to help improve your English.
- English speaking club offers free workshops where you can practice your English for free.
- Engage with our student groups and practice English with your peers.
- Improve your academic writing skills by attending Learning Skills workshops.