University in Sydney



Located on the south east coast of Australia, Sydney has developed into a sprawling metropolis arrnaged around one of the finest natural harbours in the world. Sydney is Australias most international city that embraces diverse cultures and ways of life. The city offers arts and culture, enterntainment, food and sightseeing, home to the harbour bridge, the opera house, the Rocks, Darling Harbour and many beautiful sandy beaches.
The University of New South Wales is part of the prestigous Group of 8. UNSW has gained an international reputation for its excellent research and teaching in science and technology, Commerce, medicine, the arts and humanities, law and professional studies. UNSW is one of Australia's top research universites with an international reputation for high qualtiy research and innovations.
In developing new ideas and promoting lasting knowledge we are creating an academic environment where outstanding students and scholars from around the world can be inspired to excel in their programs of study and research. Partnerships with both local and global communities allow UNSW to share knowledge, debate and research outcomes. UNSW's public events include concert performances, open days and public forums on issues such as the environment, healthcare and global politics.
Macquarie University is on track to becoming one of Australia's leading research universities.
To reach our goal we are investing heavily in research, learning and teaching, new buildings, new teaching facilities and in developing mutually beneficial relationships with industry.
Macquarie is home to some of the world's most pre-eminent researchers many of whom are members of our 18 Concentrations of Research Excellence. These concentrations cover a diverse range of fields from Ancient History to Climate Change.
Alongside this research effort, we are rejuvenating our learning and teaching, updating our curriculum and providing opportunities for students and staff to contribute to society.
Macquarie boasts excellent facilities including a new state-of-the-art library, a hospital with associated research facilities, an exceptional swimming and sports complex, an on-campus railway station, and refurbished teaching and research spaces.
Macquarie's engagement with the nearby high-tech industry corridor is rapidly expanding. We are working to attract even more industry to the campus as participants in higher education. Our commercial agreements include obligations and responsibilities that tenants serve the research and teaching objectives of Macquarie, including through scholarships and work experience for students, research opportunities for staff, and new facilities for teaching and research.
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