Masters Qualifying Program (Standard) at Macquarie University

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The Masters Qualifying Program (Standard) will set you up to succeed in one of our many highly regarded master degrees. You’ll benefit from small class sizes and personalised support from our expert teachers; and acquire a broad range of digital, information and academic literacies – as well as the numeracy skills – you need to complete studies at a postgraduate level. Once you successfully complete the program, you can progress with direct entry into your master degree.

The program is suitable if you’ve completed former studies assessed at an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) 6 level and you’re at least 20 years of age at the time of commencement.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

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looking to start my course in

2026
2025

Simple steps to entry at Macquarie

Meet the academic requirements

Meet the minimum English language requirements

Guide to admission points

Table Description

Complete this degree in:

If you meet the below or hold a recognised equivalent*:

Course structure:

0.4 years

(full-time, or equivalent duration if available part-time)

Completion of a Year 12 senior secondary qualification (HSC or equivalent) AND a 2-4 year full-time post-secondary qualification from a recognised institution assessed at Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree level (AQF 6) on the Australian Qualifications Framework.

OR

Completion of a 2-year full-time overseas Bachelor degree from a recognised institution assessed at Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree level (AQF 6) on the Australian Qualifications Framework.

AND

Students must be at least 20 years of age at the time of commencement.

In addition to the criteria listed above, admission to the Masters Qualifying Program articulating to the following Masters requires a prior qualification in a related field:

Master of Information Systems Management
Master of Information Technology in Artificial Intelligence
Master of Information Technology in Cyber Security
Master of Data Science
Master of Engineering Management
Master of Biotechnology

Stage 1 - Essential Units, Stage 2 - Essential Units (60 credit points)

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Related fields for prior qualifications

Master of Information Systems Management: Information Technology, Computing, Engineering, Business, including units in business information systems and databases. Master of Information Technology in Artificial Intelligence: Information Technology, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Science, Actuarial Studies, Data Science, Statistics, Computing. Master of Information Technology in Cyber Security: Cyber Security, Computer Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Network Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, Computer Engineering. Master of Data Science: Information Technology, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Science, Accounting and Finance, Actuarial Studies, Data Science, Computing Master of Engineering Management: Engineering (any field) Master of Biotechnology: Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Microbiology, Biology, Industrial Biology, Pharmacy, Genetic Engineering, Biotechnology Engineering, Medical Science, Medical Laboratory Technology, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Chemistry, Biomolecular Sciences, Chemical Engineering

Relevant experience

AQF levels

*'Bachelor’s qualification' relates to an AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent.

Guide to University terminology

Use our handy guide to better understand common study terms.

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Convert your qualification to a WAM

At Macquarie, WAM is used to measure your academic achievement instead of GPA. Use this tool to find how your qualification converts to Macquarie's required WAM.

If your qualification does not fit into any of the above categories, or if you are unsure, please do not hesitate to submit an application and it will be assessed by our admissions team.

The information on this page is a guide only and is based on your selections. They are subject to change.

English language requirements

All Macquarie University applicants are required to provide evidence of English language proficiency. The standard of English required for entry is based on the IELTS Academic test. Other accepted evidence of English proficiency, including minimum scores on other English tests and qualifications, can be checked using the conversion tool.

The required standard of English for this degree is:

The required standard of English

IELTS band

Minimum score required

Overall

6

Reading

5.5

Writing

5.5

Listening

5.5

Speaking

5.5

You may also satisfy the English language requirements by:

passing an approved English language test at the required level
holding a qualification from an approved country with English as the language of instruction
completing an approved high school qualification or foundation program with study in English
completing an approved English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program.

What if I don't meet the requirements?

If you don’t meet the English requirements for your course, you may be issued an offer of study that includes an English preparation program at the Macquarie University English Language Centre (ELC). If you receive a packaged offer, you can apply for a single student visa covering both your English preparation program and your course.

The length of your English program will depend on your current English level and the minimum English requirements for your course. Our admissions team will be able to recommend the number of weeks required when you submit your application.

What English language tests are approved?

We accept the IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT (internet-based), Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic, Cambridge English Qualifications (C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency), and the Occupational English Test (OET).

Additional information and requirements

Assumed knowledge

None.

Recommended studies

None.

Inherent requirements

To be eligible to graduate from your course, you must satisfy the inherent requirements – essential activities, capacities and academic requisites – of that course.

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Demonstrate awareness of academic integrity for postgraduate studies in Australia.

Demonstrate oral and written communication skills appropriate for postgraduate studies.

Collaborate effectively and work in diverse teams in a way that is culturally respectful and ethical.

Apply problem-solving skills to existing and/or emerging real world challenges.

Describe fundamental concepts, terminology, and principles in a range of academic disciplines and acquire relevant ICT skills for postgraduate studies.

Apply critical thinking skills to a range of contexts for postgraduate studies.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 21,800

Application Fee

AUD

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