Why students choose this institution
World #40
QS World University Rankings 2026
90% +
Employment within 6 months
Group of Eight
Australia’s leading research universities
Scholarships Available
Tuition fee reductions and English program support
Popular Study Fields
Business Economics & Law
Engineering
Medicine, Dentistry & Health Science
Psychology
Science & Veterinary Science
Agriculture and Forestry
Pathways
Foundation
Standard Program 10 months / Accelerated Program 8 months, progress to eligible UQ undergraduate degrees.
Minimum requirement: F.5 / Year 11, IELTS 5.5 (5)
Diploma
UQ does not offer diploma pathway.
Pre-Master
UQ does not offer pre-master pathway
English Program
Students who do not yet meet the English entry requirement may study a Bridging English Program before progressing to their foundation program or UQ degree.
Scholarship Details
UQ English Language Scholarship
For eligible students enrolling in the Bridging English Program.
Scholarship value: Up to 15 weeks of English tuition fee waiver.
UQ International Excellence Scholarship
For high-achieving international students commencing eligible UQ programs.
Scholarship value: 25% tuition fee reduction for the full duration of the program.
UQ International High Achievers Scholarship — First Year
For eligible international students commencing selected UQ programs.
Scholarship value: 15% tuition fee reduction for the first year of study.
*UQ has the final decision rights on all matters related to scholarships.
About Institution
The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of Australia’s leading research and teaching universities, founded in 1909 and based in Brisbane, Queensland. As a member of the Group of Eight, UQ is recognised for academic excellence, world-class research and strong graduate outcomes.
UQ is ranked #40 in the QS World University Rankings 2027, placing it among the world’s top universities. It is also consistently recognised as one of Australia’s strongest institutions for research, innovation and teaching quality, with a broad range of highly regarded programs across health, science, business, law, engineering, agriculture, veterinary science, psychology and environmental studies.
The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across areas such as business, economics, law, engineering, computer science, medicine, dentistry, health sciences, psychology, biomedical science, science, veterinary science, agriculture and environmental management. UQ is particularly attractive for students seeking strong professional pathways, research opportunities and globally recognised qualifications.
UQ has three main campuses: St Lucia, Gatton and Herston. The St Lucia campus is one of Australia’s most beautiful university campuses, located close to Brisbane city and surrounded by green space and river views. Gatton is known for agriculture, animal science and veterinary science, while Herston is located in Brisbane’s health and medical precinct.
For students who need academic or English preparation, UQ College provides foundation and English language pathway programs into eligible UQ degrees. With its strong global ranking, Group of Eight status, broad course offering, specialist campuses and excellent student support, UQ is a leading choice for international students seeking a high-quality university experience in Queensland.
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Preferred Education Agent in Australia
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We help students from the 60+ schools under the HKDSSSC umbrella to study in Australia to achieve their academic goals.
Why City Smart?
We bring the SPARK.
Because your journey deserves more than just paperwork — it deserves heart, clarity, and lifelong support.
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We help students think long term — from study choices to PR pathways, career planning, and beyond. Our mission is to see students graduate with the clarity and confidence to take on the world — not just start a course, but finish strong.