Founded in 1964, Macquarie University was established as a “bold experiment” to break away from traditional academic silos. Located in the heart of Sydney’s high-tech precinct, it is a Top-1% global university famous for being the site where Wi-Fi technology was co-invented.

Why Macquarie University?

• Top-175 Worldwide: Consistently ranked among the world’s elite institutions (currently #138 in QS 2026), Macquarie is a leader in Technology, Sciences, Business, and Arts education.
• Industry Connected: Its main campus is situated in Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, offering students direct access to over 300 leading companies.
• Pioneering History: It was the first university in Australia to operate its own private teaching hospital and remains a research powerhouse in fields like AI and Cyber Security.

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The Macquarie & SISFU Partnership

The collaboration between Macquarie University and Southville International School affiliated with Foreign Universities (SISFU) provides a premier gateway for Filipino students to experience Australian education and launch global careers.

• Complete Your Degree in Australia: Students can start their academic journey at SISFU and seamlessly transition to Macquarie’s campus in Sydney to complete their studies.
• 2-Year Post-Study Work Visa: Graduates who finish their Bachelor’s or Master’s degree at Macquarie in Australia are eligible to apply for a 2-Year Post-Study Work Visa (Subclass 485). This allows you to live and work in Australia, gaining invaluable international experience.
• Academic Excellence: SISFU students benefit from a curriculum that meets Macquarie’s rigorous Australian standards, ensuring you are industry-ready the moment you graduate.
• Global Mobility: A degree from Macquarie acts as a “global passport,” recognized by top employers and institutions worldwide.