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The University of Queensland
Brisbane, Australia
"Queensland's leading research university"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#40 (QS)
PSW VISA
2-3 years (subclass 485)
About The University of Queensland
The University of Queensland (UQ) was founded in 1909 and is the only Queensland university in the Group of Eight. Its main campus is at St Lucia in Brisbane, with campuses at Gatton and Herston. UQ teaches around 325 undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across science, engineering, business, health, law and the arts. It ranks =40 in the QS World University Rankings 2027, up two places from =42.
Rankings & Recognition
#40
Ranked =40 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (up from =42) and 6th in Australia.
Accreditations & Memberships
Group of Eight
Universitas 21
edX charter member
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with The University of Queensland's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
94.30#46
Employer Reputation
79.50#105
Faculty Student Ratio
26.50#705
Citations per Faculty
94.20#94
International Faculty Ratio
100.00#100
International Student Ratio
100.00#60
International Student Diversity
100.00#28
International Research Network
97.00#97
Employment Outcomes
66.60#36
Sustainability
92.50#233
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Key Facts
1909
Established
55,441 (2023)
Total Students
21,574 (2023)
International Students
7,504 (2023)
Staff (FTE)
11
Residential Colleges
=40
QS World Rank 2027
Popular Programs
Engineering
Information Technology
Business and Commerce
Medicine and Health
Science
Law
Application Details
Application Route
Online or via agent
IELTS
6.5, no band under 6.0
TOEFL iBT
87 (L19, R19, W21, S19)
PTE Academic
64, no band under 60
Intakes
February, July
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
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IELTS Academic
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6.5, no band under 6.0 |
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TOEFL iBT
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87 (L19, R19, W21, S19) |
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PTE Academic
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64, no band under 60 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
N/A
I-20 Processing
Student visa (subclass 500)
Post-Study Work
2-3 years (subclass 485)
Green Card Pathway
Skilled migration (points test)
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
Full CSC scholarship
Career Outcomes
88%
Placement Ratio
2-3 years (subclass 485)
Post-Study Work
48 hrs/fortnight
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Staff (FTE) — 7,504 (2023)
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
The main campus is at St Lucia, on the Brisbane River. UQ also has the Gatton campus (agriculture and vet science) and the Herston campus (health and medicine).
Campus Details
3
campuses: St Lucia
Gatton
Herston
Campus Forecast
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
11 residential colleges and private rentals
Dining
Campus cafes and food courts
Health & Wellness
OSHC required; campus health and counselling services
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports teams
Cultural festivals
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
55,441 (2023)
International Students
21,574 (2023)
Undergraduate
34,338
Postgraduate
20,957
Cost Deep-Dive
Example: BBiotech (Hons) tuition
approx. AUD 48,160 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
UQ has two main intakes, Semester 1 in February and Semester 2 in July. Check future-students.uq.edu.au for deadlines for your program.
Scholarships at The University of Queensland
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Year 12 or equivalent. English: IELTS 6.5 (no band under 6.0), TOEFL iBT 87 or PTE 64. Some programs ask for more.
Postgraduate
Recognised bachelor's degree with the GPA set by each program. English: IELTS 6.5 (no band under 6.0).
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
6.5, no band under 6.0TOEFL iBT
87 (L19, R19, W21, S19)PTE Academic
64, no band under 60Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
Highest degree certificate
English test result (IELTS / TOEFL / PTE)
Statement of purpose
Updated CV
Reference letters
Work experience letters (if any)
Genuine Student statement
Financial documents
OSHC health cover proof
Application Process
1
Choose course
Check courses, entry rules and intakes on future-students.uq.edu.au.
2
Apply online
Apply on future-students.uq.edu.au or through an authorised agent and upload your documents.
3
Get offer
Receive your offer letter; some courses ask for an interview or portfolio.
4
Accept & pay
Accept the offer, pay the deposit and receive your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE).
5
Student visa
Apply for a Student visa (subclass 500) with eCoE, OSHC and the Genuine Student statement.
6
Arrive & enrol
Arrive in Australia, attend orientation and enrol in your units.
Campus & Location
The main campus is at St Lucia, on the Brisbane River. UQ also has the Gatton campus (agriculture and vet science) and the Herston campus (health and medicine).
Bachelor's
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