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Launch your Macquarie experience

Macquarie Kickstart Plus.

Missed Kickstart Week? No worries!

If you weren’t able to attend Kickstart Week, Kickstart Plus is here to help you settle in.

You revisit Kickstart materials online. The slides used in Kickstart sessions are available on iLearn, alongside the session recordings. You can also go through the MAC2026 self-paced modules, which provide extra support for your transition to university.

Kickstart Plus sessions

If you're interested in any of our Kickstart sessions, you can revisit Kickstart materials online. Slides used in the Kickstart sessions are available in MAC2026 on iLearn, alongside the MAC2026 self-paced modules, which provide extra support for your transition to university.

MAC101: Tips to navigating your 1st session and year

Starting university can feel exciting and overwhelming, but we’re here to help. This session gives you a big-picture look at life at Macquarie, both socially and academically.

Hear from current students as they share tips, lessons learned, and common mistakes to avoid, from getting connected to the university network to meeting people, joining student societies, the Buddies program, and accessing support services. You’ll also get guided help setting up your devices early so you can access everything you need from day one.

From Butterflies to Brilliance: Public Speaking Workshop

Nervous about speaking in front of a crowd? This session will help you overcome anxiety, improve your delivery, and engage your audience with confidence—perfect for class presentations and beyond!

Macquarie Thrive: Tips to fulfil your potential

This session focuses on building the mental and emotional strength to thrive at uni. You’ll learn practical strategies to manage stress, overcome challenges, and bounce back when things don’t go to plan. Through interactive activities and group discussions, you’ll gain tools to support your wellbeing, stay motivated, and maintain a positive mindset. It’s a great way to feel confident, resilient, and set up for success at Macquarie.

Kickstart Highlights

Drop-in Zoom sessions

Join one of our Kickstart Highlights sessions on Zoom, where we’ll bring together the key takeaways from every module in one convenient session. There’s no need to register — simply join using the Zoom link at a time that suits you and jump right in.

Sessions available:

Wednesday 29 July

10am – 11am

Thursday 6 August

10am – 11am

Tuesday 11 August

10am – 11am

Macquarie Kickstart Team