Krea University & Macquarie University

Krea-Macquarie 2+2 Dual Degree Programme

Two degrees, two universities, in the same time span

Dual Degree

Programme Overview

Krea University in collaboration with Macquarie University, Sydney have launched a 2+2 Dual Degree Programme for students of History, Politics, and Sociology.

This four-year undergraduate programme gives students a rare opportunity to experience two distinct academic environments at the undergraduate level, blending Krea's interwoven liberal arts model and Macquarie's research-intensive approach, without interrupting the flow of the degree.


Dual Degree

One Program. Two Global Universities.

Macquarie University campus
Krea India

About Krea University

Krea University offers an Interwoven Learning approach that connects ideas across disciplines, guided by experts from academia, research, and industry. SIAS provides full-time residential study across Humanities, Social Sciences, Literature, Arts, and Sciences — allowing students to explore, specialise, and excel.

Macquarie Australia

About Macquarie University

Macquarie University is ranked in the top 1.5% of universities in the world, and is recognised globally for its pre-eminence in key research disciplines, as well as for producing graduates who are among the most sought-after professionals in the world. Ranked 133 in the world and situated in Sydney, named top 10 best student cities in the world Macquarie enjoys an enviable reputation for research excellence – 100 per cent of the university's research is ranked at world standard or above and five researchers are ranked in the top one per cent of researchers in the world.

  • Top 1.5% of Universities QS World University Rankings, 2027
  • Ranked #133 QS World University Rankings, 2024
  • Sydney: Top 10 Student City QS Best Student Cities, 2023

Why the Dual Degree Programme?

  • Get to study in both India and Australia
  • No separate competitive selection tests
  • Seamless transition from Krea to Macquarie
  • Internationally recognised degree from both universities
  • Promising Financial Aid and Scholarships
  • Eligible for post-study work visa in Australia*
  • Career Support through Macquarie's career support, PACE work placement programme, and alumni network

*if all relevant conditions are met.

Course Structure

The programme is built on a 2+2 structure.

Phase 1 — At Krea

Year 1 @Krea

Core + Skill Courses

Year 2 @Krea

Chosen Major - Courses + Electives

Trimester 2 of Year 2

Apply to Macquarie for July Intake

Phase 2 — At Macquarie

Years 3 and 4: @Macquarie

Completion of Degree requirements

Macquarie University campus
Global Degree Krea & Macquarie Partnership

Careers & Opportunities

Macquarie University building

Internships & Practical Experience

At Krea, internship opportunities are facilitated by the Career Services Office (CSO) and can also be arranged independently. The opportunities span social impact, research, industry experiences and externships, all seeped in immersive learning frameworks. At Macquarie, students can enrol in a PACE (Professional and Community Engagement) unit, which incorporates a structured work placement component that is formally recorded on the student's academic transcript.

Krea University campus

Future Pathways

Graduates will be placed in a competitive position for opportunities in public policy, government and international relations, civil society and development, media and journalism, education and research, and corporate roles across India and Australia.

At Macquarie, students have access to the Careers and Employment Centre, which provides job-search support, resume guidance, and interview preparation. Macquarie has 4000+ industry partner organisations.

Campus Life at Krea & Macquarie

Krea University campus

Life at Krea University

Krea University's 40-acre state-of-the-art green campus is located in Sri City, just 70 km from Chennai, right in the heart of an integrated Business City that's home to over 200 companies from 28 countries. With tech-enabled classrooms, cutting-edge labs, a line-up of dining spots serving multi-cuisine food, a world-class library, plenty of hangout spaces, nine spacious residential towers and a plethora of sports and health facilities, the campus is also a green and sustainable space housing 700+ native trees, butterfly gardens, and fruit orchards.

Macquarie University campus

Life at Macquarie University

Macquarie University is located in Sydney's CBD (Central Business District) spanning 126 hectares, in the vicinity of 300 leading companies located on or around, in what's Sydney's second-largest business district. The campus is complete with cafes, bars, restaurants, childcare centres, counselling services, medical clinic, pharmacy and private hospital, as well as an award-winning library providing access to millions of print and electronic resources. Sports facilities featuring swimming pools, a state-of-the-art health club, squash and basketball courts, and a martial arts area are also present.