Why students choose this institution
World Top 2%
Globally recognised university
AU #1 in Tourism & Hospitality
ShanghaiRanking's GRAS 2025
AU #1 in Nursing and Midwifery
ShanghaiRanking's GRAS 2025
Scholarships Available
Tuition fee reductions and pathway scholarships
Popular Study Fields
Nursing
Medicine, Dentistry and Oral Sciences
Hospitality and Leisure Management
Criminology & Law
Education
Marine/Ocean Engineering
Pathways
Foundation
Standard Program 8 months, progress to eligible Griffith Bachelor degrees.
Minimum requirement: F.5 / Year 11, IELTS 5.5 (5)
Diploma
8-12 months diploma in 11 study areas (such as business, health sciences, education, tourism, engineering, nursing and IT), progression to Year 2 of your Griffith degree.
Pre-Master
4 months Master Qualifying Program with progression to Griffith Master degrees.
English Program
Students who do not yet meet the English entry requirement may study Direct Entry Program before progressing to their Griffith program.
Scholarship Details
Vice Chancellor’s International Scholarship
50% of tuition fees for the duration of the program
Undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degree programs
GPA 6.0 (out of 7) or above, requires a separate application
International Student Academic Excellence Scholarship
25% of tuition fees for the duration of the program
Undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degree programs
GPA 4.5 (out of 7) or equivalent (i.e. HKDSE 15 best 5), does not require a separate application (check GPA conversion here)
GELI Direct Entry Program Scholarship
$1000 AUD wavier for the first semester
*Griffith University has the final decision rights on all matters related to scholarships.
About Institution
Griffith University is a future-focused Australian university based in Queensland, with major campuses in Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Since its establishment in 1975, Griffith has built a strong reputation for innovation, sustainability, social responsibility and practical, globally relevant education.
Griffith is ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide and is especially strong in several professional and career-focused fields. It is ranked Australia #1 for Nursing and Midwifery and Australia #1 for Tourism and Hospitality Management in ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2025, making it a particularly strong choice for students interested in health, tourism, hospitality and service industries.
The university offers a broad range of programs across business, law, criminology, education, engineering, IT, aviation, architecture, health, medicine, dentistry, nursing, midwifery, science, environment, music and creative arts. Many Griffith degrees are developed with industry input and include practical learning, placements, internships or professional accreditation.
Griffith’s campuses are located across Brisbane, Logan and the Gold Coast, offering students a flexible study experience in one of Australia’s most liveable regions. The Gold Coast campus is especially popular for health, medicine, dentistry, hospitality and tourism, while Brisbane campuses provide strong options across business, law, education, engineering, IT and creative disciplines.
Griffith College provides foundation and diploma pathways into Griffith University, while Griffith English Language Institute (GELI) offers English language programs for students who need to meet English entry requirements. With strong rankings, practical programs, supportive campuses and excellent pathway options, Griffith is a popular choice for international students seeking a career-focused university experience in Queensland.
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