Established in 1964, Macquarie University is one of Australia's leading public research universities, recognised globally for academic excellence, innovation and industry engagement. Located in Sydney, Australia's largest and most internationally connected city, the University educates more than 46,000 students from over 117 countries and has a global alumni network of more than 247,000 graduates across 150 countries. Macquarie is consistently ranked among the world's leading universities. In the QS World University Rankings 2027, it achieved its highest-ever position of 126th globally, placing it among the top 1.5% of universities worldwide. The University also has 23 subjects ranked in the world's Top 200, with several business and finance programs recognised among Australia's best. The 126-hectare Wallumattagal Campus, located just 15 kilometres from Sydney's CBD, sits within the Macquarie Park Innovation District, home to more than 300 leading companies in technology, finance, healthcare and engineering. This provides students with exceptional access to internships, industry projects, networking opportunities and graduate employment. Macquarie also partners with more than 4,000 organisations, supporting thousands of work-integrated learning experiences annually. The University is home to Australia's only university Metro station and the country's first not-for-profit private hospital located on a university campus,