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Past students have enjoyed courses related to Australian culture, politics and society. Some of these subjects may be found in the subject areas POL, ABST, AUST and SOC.

Credit Conversion
At Macquarie, a full course load consists of 12 Macquarie credits per semester or 24 Macquarie credits per year. Students typically enroll in 4 classes for a total of 16 U.S. semester credit hours. 3 MAC points = 4 U.S. semester credit hours

Lab & Field Trip Fees
Please review syllabi and course materials when registering for direct-enroll classes. Certain classes may have a one-off lab or field trip fee disclosed in the syllabus or during the first meeting of the class. These fees are not included in your 91ÖÆƬ³§ program fee. You will be responsible for these fees, whether they are billed and paid by 91ÖÆƬ³§ or billed to you.

Australian Government | Department of Education | CRICOS: 02657J
Australian Government | Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency | TEQSA: PRV12031

Please review the list ofÌý for study abroad students.

New country, new way of learning!

Here’s what to expect at Macquarie University:

• Registration takes place online in the U.S. four to six weeks prior to the program start date and are finalized after the first week of classes.
• Common to have a large lecture class complemented by a smaller tutorial/lab.ÌýTutorials make up two thirds of class work, and participation and attendance are required.
• More emphasis on independent learning.ÌýMore self-directed learning outside of class. Classes usually require 90 minutes to two hours of student effort per credit point per week.
• The university follows strict policies and deadlines.
• Grades are often based on a single final exam or final paper, or on just a few assignments. Final exams are typically 30–70 percent of total grade.
• Grade inflation and curving is uncommon; fewer students get exceptional grades.
• Strong focus on critical analysis with supporting resources documented.
• Less personal access to professors. Instead, it’s common to connect with junior faculty members.
• Full access to the university’s robust academic support system and resources. 91ÖÆƬ³§ local staff are also available for individual help.
• Students cannot audit courses or enroll in more than four classes.
• More information can be found in the under Resources – Helpful DocumentsÌýand Links and Academics.
• All classes will be submitted to the host institution for review and approval based on the provided transcript. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure the classes they enroll in are approved to transfer back to their home institution once completed.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Eligibility

• You must be at least 18 years of age. Students under 18 may be accepted on a case-by-case basis.
• You must be currently attending or recently graduated from a U.S. or Canadian community college, technical college, two-year college, four-year college, or four-year university.
• You must have completed at least one (1) full-time year of study at your home institution before the beginning of the term.
• Eligibility requirements can vary among host institutions. Please ask your 91ÖÆƬ³§ Enrollment Counselor for specific information.

Recommendation Letter
Not required.

TRANSCRIPT
Upon completion of your program, 91ÖÆƬ³§ will send an official Butler University transcript to your home university with your coursework converted to the U.S. semester credit hour system. You will also have access to an unofficial transcript in your 91ÖÆƬ³§ Student Portal. The transcript reflects classes taken, credits attempted, and grades earned during your term abroad. This service is included in your study abroad program at no additional cost. See ourÌýTranscriptsÌýpage for more information.