Macquarie Medical School

• Integrated Health Campus: You study at MQ Health, where the university, Macquarie University Hospital, and specialist clinics are co-located.

• Core Philosophy: The curriculum focuses on patient-centered care, safety, and cultural responsiveness.

• Simulation Learning: First-year students build foundational skills using state-of-the-art simulation equipment and real-world medical scenarios before moving into clinical environments.

Macquarie is famous for its compulsory international clinical experience, particularly for its partnership with Apollo Hospitals in India.

• Macquarie University Hospital: Australia's first private teaching hospital owned and operated by a university.

• Clinical Partners: Rotations also occur at Royal North Shore Hospital, Northern Beaches Hospital, and the MindSpot Clinic.

• International Rotation: In Year 3, students typically spend 22 weeks in clinical placements in Hyderabad, India (Apollo Hospital), gaining exposure to a vast case mix and different healthcare systems.

• Year 4 Consolidations: Includes mental health placements in Sydney and urgent care in emergency departments, with an option for a student-initiated elective globally.

Tuition fees at Macquarie are among the highest in Australia, reflecting its private hospital integration and international rotation costs.

• International Tuition Fee (2026): Approximately $92,300 – $93,200 AUD per year.

• Domestic (FEE-HELP): Most domestic places are full-fee paying, though limited scholarship support may be available.

• Commencement Fee: International students often pay a deposit (approx. $16,000 – $23,500 AUD) upon accepting their offer.