Department of Computing
Department of Computing
THE DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTING IS A VIBRANT HUB COMMITTED TO REDEFINING THE BOUNDARIES OF COMPUTER SCIENCES.
Head of Department
Professor Michael Sheng
Michael Sheng is a full Professor and Head of Department of Computing at Macquarie University. Before moving to Macquarie, Michael spent 10 years at School of Computer Science, the University of Adelaide. Michael holds a PhD degree in Computer Science from the University of New South Wales and did his post-doc as a research scientist at CSIRO ICT Centre.
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Contact the Department
4 Research Park Drive, Levels 2 and 3
Macquarie University NSW 2109
T: +61 (2) 9850 9514
F: +61 (2) 9850 9551
E: fse.compquery@mq.edu.au
| Name | Position | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|
| Melina Chan | Department Manager | Office: E6A 361 Phone: 9850 9510 Email: melina.chan@mq.edu.au |
| Jo Aboud | Admin and Outreach Coordinator | Office: E6A 364 Phone: 9850 6331 Email: jo.aboud@mq.edu.au |
| Sylvian Chow | Administrator Academic | Office: E6A 359 Phone: 9850 9105 Email: sylvian.chow@mq.edu.au |
| Karen Leung | Administrative Assistant | Office: E6A 360 Phone: 9850 9563 Email: karen.leung@mq.edu.au |
| Jackie Walsh | Administrative Assistant | Office: E6A 360 Phone: 9850 9514 Email: jackie.walsh@mq.edu.au |
| Grace Zhao | Administrator Finance and Staff | Office: E6A 364 Phone: 9850 9526 Email: grace.zhao@mq.edu.au |
Research
The Department of Computing’s research develops computational methods that solve real-world problems by collaborating with industry, government and research agencies. Research at the Department is classified into three broad themes. Under which there are research groups where various activities are carried out.
Our areas of research excellence include:
Intelligent and Data Intensive Computing
Secure and Reliable Systems
- Information Security and Privacy
- Security, Communications and Networks
- Programming Language and Verification
Human Computer Interaction
Faculty & University Research Centres and Hubs
Research funding support
The Faculty of Science and Engineering Research Office can help you with research-related questions, and should be your first point of contact. Further information can be found on Macquarie’s research web pages, including information on grants and funding.
If you have travel requirements for your research, Macquarie does offer travel support.
In addition, when it comes time to present your research, our marketing and communications team can help you understand our brand and media engagement guidelines.
Engage with us
If you are interested in getting involved with our research, contact the Faculty of Science Research Office (sci.research@mq.edu.au). Or for more information on how to partner with us, contact our Research Partnerships Manager:
Mark Berlage
- Office: C5C-17 Wally's Walk 324
- Phone: +61-2-9850-4058
- Email: mark.berlage@mq.edu.au
Employee support
Macquarie wants to ensure that all staff enjoy a safe, happy, productive working environment. We offer support to get you started and are transparent about our employee benefits It is important to be aware of our Safety at work policies, as well as the University’s wellbeing services that range from employment support to childcare.