1. Macquarie University
  2. Faculty of Science and Engineering
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  4. Scholarships, mentoring and student engagement

Support future talent through student engagement

Help shape the next generation of STEMM professionals through scholarships and mentoring opportunities that build skills, create connections and prepare students for future careers.

Scholarships and prizes

Support and recognise outstanding students in areas aligned with your organisation’s priorities or values. Named scholarships and prizes strengthen student opportunity while building your presence within the Faculty.

Lucy Mentoring Program

Support women and gender-diverse talent in STEMM by becoming a mentor in the Lucy Mentoring Program. This program connects students with professionals who can help them build confidence, capability, and career direction.

You can find more information and register your interest here

Girls to Graduates Program

Contribute to equity and participation in STEMM through internships, networking, bespoke events, site visits, and panel sessions. This program supports girls and women from high school through to postgraduate study.

Student societies and initiatives

Partner with student societies and initiatives to foster leadership, innovation, and community. These opportunities provide visible, practical support for student development and engagement.

Here are some examples of our student societies:

  • MARS (Macquarie Aerospace Rover Society) - a student led space robotics team designing and building a lunar-style rover. The rover is a multidisciplinary project that integrates mechanical, electrical, mechatronic, and software engineering.
  • Macquarie Engineering Student Society - 700+ engineering student membership connecting students to the broader engineering community.
  • MQ CyberSec - for students interested in cyber security participating in ethical hacking challenges, writeups and Capture the Flag competitions.
  • MQ Speed Team - designing and constructing the fastest human powered vehicles in the world.  This team has successfully held two world records.