Entry Requirements

Academic requirements

Nepal

• Nepalese HSEC (from 2018)
• Minimum requirement 4 GPA

> How is this score assessed?

Scores for the Nepalese Higher Secondary Education Certificate (HSEC) awarded by the Higher Secondary Education Board from 2018 are calculated based on the cumulative GPA (CGPA) of all Year 11 and 12 subjects.

If you’re unsure about your qualification, you can submit an application and our admissions team will assess it. If you don’t qualify for direct entry, you’ll be considered for a packaged offer with a suitable pathway program from the Macquarie University International College.

The information on this page is for guidance only and is 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 entry is:

The required standard of English

IELTS band Minimum score required

Overall 6.5

Reading 6

Writing 6

Listening 6

Speaking 6

> 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 

Fees

I'm an international student from Nepal looking to start my course in 2025

Fees

The estimated annual fee displayed is based on a standard full-time study load. Fees may increase each year. For courses longer than one year in duration, you'll pay the fee that is current for the year that you enrol.

Estimated cost

The cost of your studies may vary based on:

• units chosen
• approved credit for prior learning or work experience.
• International fee paying

>> AUD $45,100

Estimated annual fee

>> AUD $563.75

Fee per credit point

Student amenities fee

You’re required to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) to Macquarie University in compliance with the Higher Education Legislation Amendment (Student Services and Amenities) Act 2011 (Cth). The fee contributes to services, support and facilities of a non-academic nature.

Scholarships

Scholarships

Macquarie University offers a variety of scholarships that recognise a range of factors, including academic or athletic achievement, leadership experience and volunteer work, or financial need and hardship. Additional scholarships may be available for selected areas of study.

> Scholarships for international students at Macquarie

Macquarie has one of the most generous international scholarship programs in Australia.

This includes a wide variety of long and short term opportunities for international students. The range of scholarships available can depend on the country you are from, with other eligibility factors including your field of study and academic or sporting achievements.

> Macquarie University $5,000 Regional Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to all eligible students who commence their studies in 2024 and 2025.

Award value: AUD $5,000 per year

Duration: Standard course duration

> Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship

This scholarship is designed to reward academic excellence and attract high performing students to study at Macquarie University

Award value: Up to AUD $10,000

Duration: One-off award

> Macquarie University $15,000 UAC International Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to all eligible students applying for a Macquarie University bachelor degree through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).

Award value: AUD $15,000

Duration: One-off award

> Asylum Seeker Fee Waiver Sponsorship

The scholarship supports Foundation, Diploma or Undergraduate study for students who are holders of a temporary or bridging visa and are seeking asylum in Australia.

Award value: 100% of total tuition fees

Duration: Standard course duration

> Nepal $10,000 Early Acceptance Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to eligible students from Nepal who commence their studies in 2024 and 2025.

Award value: AUD $10,000 per year

Duration: Standard course duration

> Bachelor of Economics Grant

Award value: $2,500 one-off payment

Duration: One-off award

> Medibank Undergraduate Coursework Scholarship

This scholarship aims to support high-performing international students at Macquarie University.

Award value: $2,500

Duration: One-off award

> SQA Undergraduate Research Scholarship

Award value: AUD $3,333 one-off payment

Duration: One-off award

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