Masters Qualifying Program (Standard)

About the course

The Masters Qualifying Program (Standard) is a postgraduate pathway that builds core academic, research and professional skills to prepare you for entry into a range of Macquarie master’s degrees. You’ll study in small classes with personalised support and complete essential units in communication, digital intelligence, critical thinking, research methods and databases. This is a short, campus-based pathway program at Macquarie University College. The programme delivers postgraduate depth in theory, applied practice, and professional standards for specialist career progression.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for advanced professional and specialist roles in this field. Graduates advance into specialist, managerial, and leadership positions. Preparing graduates for advanced professional, specialist, and leadership roles in the discipline.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)