We rank among the world's best universities

Macquarie University is recognised globally as a leading university with a strong tradition of innovation and exploration.



  • Macquarie University is ranked #10 in Australia and #175 in the world
    (Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2023)
  • Sydney ranked 5th safest city in the world
    (The Economist Intelligence Unit, Safe Cities Index, 2019)
  • 3 SDG Categories in Top 25 for Global Impact
    (Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings, 2021)

Subject and research rankings

We're internationally recognised for our subject rankings, with three ranked in the top 50 globally and seven in the top 100 (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2021). We're also the first to offer a global research collaboration pathway via our Master of Research.



  • MBA ranked #3 in Australia
    (Financial Times, 2019)
  • Master of Marketing ranked #19 globally
    (QS World University Rankings, 2021)
  • Master of Applied Finance ranked #32 globally
    (QS World University Rankings, 2021)
  • Master of Management ranked #49 globally
    (QS World University Rankings, 2021)

For more information about rankings, visit our research rankings page.

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Last updated: 24 Oct 2022