Entry Requirements

To enrol in this course, you’ll need to meet one of the following academic requirements. If you’re unsure, a course advisor can help you assess your eligibility.

  • International students seeking admission to the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Business at Macquarie University must have completed a recognised senior secondary school qualification equivalent to the Australian Year 12 qualification. Accepted qualifications include the International Baccalaureate (IB), GCE A-Levels, Indian Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC), and the Chinese Gao Kao, among others. In addition, applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency. This can be done by achieving an overall IELTS Academic score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0. Equivalent scores are accepted from other standardised English tests, including TOEFL iBT (overall score of 83 with 21 in writing, 18 in speaking, 13 in reading, and 12 in listening) and Pearson PTE Academic (overall score of 58 with no section score below 50).
  • IELTS Overall 6.5, listening min. 6, Reading min. 6, Writing min. 6, Speaking min. 6
  • TOEFL IBT Overall 83, listening min. 12, Reading min. 13, Writing min. 21, Speaking min. 18
  • PTE 58

Career Outcomes

  • Policy Analyst
  • Marketing Executive
  • Communications Officer
  • Business Analyst
  • Public Relations Specialist (further study may be required for some roles)