University of Queensland
Top 50 huge fully serviced campus surrounded by the Brisbane river beside the CBD with sports facilities, campus accommodation - a mini city with 300 days of sunshine per year. https://uq.youtour.com.au/#uqstlucia
About the institution
Situated on 114 hectares of Brisbane River-bound land, UQ’s main campus is a vibrant mix of majestic sandstone buildings and contemporary architecture, landscaped gardens and lakes. UQ also has three other campuses and research stations on two islands. Fanning out from the heritage-listed Great Court, you’ll find modern teaching and research facilities, including laboratories, lecture theatres, and Queensland’s largest research library. The expansive grounds are also home to a variety of sporting facilities, museums, cafes, and those famous Jacaranda trees.
UQ ranks among the world’s top universities, as measured by several key independent rankings, including the U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings 2023 (36), the Performance Ranking of Scientific Papers for World Universities 2023 (37), CWTS Leiden Ranking 2024 (41), QS World University Rankings 2025 (40), Academic Ranking of World Universities 2024 (63), and Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025 (77).
Number of Undergraduate Students
28000
Size of Instituition
Very Large Institution > 30,000
Selectivity
Selective (25-50% admitted)
Campus Style
City Island Campus
Education Model
You'll be inspired by passionate and engaging lecturers who are ready to empower you with the skills, confidence and knowledge you need to face a future of unknowns. At UQ, we're committed to enriching your studies and developing your employability to prepare you for a career you'll love. We support you to gain knowledge, leadership skills and adopt an innovative mindset.
Are there internship opportunities?
Some courses only - Work Integrated Learning forms part of some degree programs whilst other programs have compulsory internships and work experience/projects.
Are there study abroad options?
Yes - Students can study abroad at one or more of our partner universities across twenty countries.
Cost of Tuition
Funding
Merit scholarships are available across different countries and disciplines. https://scholarships.uq.edu.au/
IB Grade Requirements
30-42
UFP Grade Requirements
Subjects
Subject Name | Degree Area |
|---|---|
Physics
| Sciences |
Physiotherapy
| Medicine & Healthcare |
Politics
| Society & Social Sciences |
Psychology
| Society & Social Sciences |
Social Policy | Society & Social Sciences |
Sociology
| Society & Social Sciences |
Software Engineering | Computing & ICT |
Speech and Language Therapy
| Medicine & Healthcare |
Sport Science
| Sciences |
Statistics
| Mathematics |
Urban Planning | Society & Social Sciences |
Veterinary Medicine
| Sciences |
Accommodation