Flexible study options

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Choice and flexibility without compromising on quality

Our multimode approach is all about the learning journey that will suit your needs.

Find the best mode of delivery for you – whether that’s campus-based, online, or a combination of both.

Time commitment

All of our degrees are made up of units. Each unit equates to approximately 12–20 hours of study each week, including attending or watching lectures and tutorials, and completing readings and assignments.

  • Full-time students must enrol in at least three units per session.
  • Part-time students can take one or two units per session to balance work, study and other commitments.

Focus on your interests

To allow you to customise your learning to your career requirements, our postgraduate degrees comprise up to three zones:

  • Foundation zones provide the knowledge needed if you’re coming from a different disciplinary background.
  • Core zones consist of compulsory units.
  • Flexible zones allow you to choose from a range of electives.

Student perspectives

Flexible study and practical learning experiences enable our students to succeed. Hear their stories about the Macquarie experience.

Virtual, on-campus and combined learning

Macquarie has a proud history of offering high-quality learning and teaching in a variety of learning environments – from campus-based to fully online.

Note that visa requirements may influence the learning modes available to international students.