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  4. Vision and strategy
  5. Enabling plans
  6. Sustainability
  7. Learning, teaching and research

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The global blueprint for a more sustainable future for all

Education that instils values of sustainability

Macquarie University is committed to embedding sustainability in all our teaching programs – ensuring our students are equipped to meet the complexity and challenges of today's expectations, both in business and society.

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Providing students with the opportunity to learn sustainable practices is incorporated into Objective 1.2 of the Learning and Teaching Strategic Framework 2020–2024.

This objective outlines "a distinctive Macquarie University pedagogy that nurtures and encourages students’ appreciation of Indigenous knowledge, respect for diversity and global perspectives and commitment to ethical behaviour and sustainable practices."

In committing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (2015–2030), Macquarie University seeks to align core activities of learning, teaching and research with these goals. Read more about how Macquarie is doing this.

Opportunities to engage

Opportunities to engage in sustainability learning, teaching and research are available through various disciplines. Learn more about some examples below.

Corporate Sustainability and Environmental Finance

Corporate Sustainability and Environmental Finance

A Research Centre developing market applications to solve environmental and social problems.

About the Centre
Professional and Community Engagement (PACE)

Professional and Community Engagement (PACE)

PACE provides students with opportunities for work experience on projects relating to the UN SDG.

More about PACE

Living Laboratory

Living Labs provides opportunities to use the campus for practical applications with real-world knowledge. The Macquarie University campus is increasingly being used for learning, teaching and research.

Read about current examples