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The University of Queensland

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world rank  110

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Founded in 1909, The University of Queensland is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of St Lucia (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Queensland. This institution also has a branch campus in Herston and Gatton. Officially recognized by the Department of Education and Training of Australia, The University of Queensland (UQ) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: over 45,000 students) coeducational Australian higher education institution. The University of Queensland (UQ) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 113-year-old Australian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this Australian higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UQ also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

public
Control Type

Entity

non-profit
Entity Type

Size

very large-sized
Total Enrollment

Selectivity

moderately selective
Acceptance rate

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University Identity

Name
Acronym UQ
Founded 1909
Motto Scientia ac Labore
Through knowledge and hard work
Colours Purple

University Location

Address Chancellor's Place
St Lucia
4072 Queensland
Australia
Tel +61 (0)7 3365 1111
Fax +61 (0)7 3365 1100
Other locations Herston and Gatton

The University of Queensland's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View

Study Areas and Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between generalist and specialized universities?

Generalist universities offer a broad range of subjects and courses that allow students to explore different fields of study, or study areas, before choosing a major. They also provide students with a well-rounded education that can be applied to many different careers. On the other hand, specialized universities focus on a specific field of study and offer more in-depth courses and training in that field. This can be beneficial for students who know exactly what they want to do and want to gain specialized knowledge and skills in their chosen field.
Most higher education institutions offer a range of degree levels, from undergraduate to postgraduate degrees. However, some universities may offer more degree levels than others. In particular, larger-sized universities usually offer a wider selection of undergraduate and postgraduate degree types and levels.


Study Areas and Degree Levels Matrix

The following uniRank Study Areas/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main study areas and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This uniRank table aims to help quickly identify the The University of Queensland's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and courses

Introduction

What are University programs and courses?

University programs and courses are academic programs of study offered by universities, colleges and other higher education institutions. These programs and courses are designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in a particular field of study or career. In many countries, the terms "university courses" and "university programs" are used interchangeably whereas in the US university programs usually consist of a set of required courses that cover the fundamental concepts and principles of a field of study, as well as a selection of elective courses that allow students to specialize in a particular area of interest.


Programs and courses

uniRank publishes the following list of The University of Queensland 's programs and courses or, if not available, the main fields of study for each level and type of degree offered; feel free to submit any missing course or program.

Associate Degree in Applied Science
  • Bachelor of Agribusiness
  • Bachelor of Agricultural Science
  • Bachelor of Applied Science
  • Bachelor of Architectural Design
  • Bachelor of Architecture
  • Bachelor of Arts
  • Bachelor of Behavioural Studies
  • Bachelor of Biomedical Science
  • Bachelor of Biotechnology
  • Bachelor of Business
  • Bachelor of Business Communication
  • Bachelor of Business Management
  • Bachelor of Commerce
  • Bachelor of Communication
  • Bachelor of Contemporary Studies
  • Bachelor of Creative Arts
  • Bachelor of Dental Science
  • Bachelor of Dental Studies
  • Bachelor of Design Studies
  • Bachelor of Economics
  • Bachelor of Education
  • Bachelor of Electronic Commerce
  • Bachelor of Engineering
  • Bachelor of Environmental Management
  • Bachelor of Environmental Science
  • Bachelor of Food Technology
  • Bachelor of Health Sciences
  • Bachelor of Human Movement Studies
  • Bachelor of Human Services
  • Bachelor of Information Technology
  • Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management
  • Bachelor of Journalism
  • Bachelor of Law
  • Bachelor of Laws
  • Bachelor of Marine Studies
  • Bachelor of Medicine Surgery
  • Bachelor of Midwifery
  • Bachelor of Multimedia Design
  • Bachelor of Music
  • Bachelor of Nursing
  • Bachelor of Occupational Health and Safety Science
  • Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
  • Bachelor of Oral Health
  • Bachelor of Pharmacy
  • Bachelor of Physiotherapy
  • Bachelor of Psychological Science
  • Bachelor of Regional and Town Planning
  • Bachelor of Science
  • Bachelor of Social Science
  • Bachelor of Social Work
  • Bachelor of Speech Pathology
  • Bachelor of Veterinary Biology
  • Bachelor of Veterinary Science
  • Doctor of Biotechnology
  • Doctor of Clinical Dentistry
  • Doctor of Clinical Pharmacy
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Agriculture)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Arts, Social Science, Education)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Chemical and Biological Sciences)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Commerce, Economics, Business, Law Management)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Dentistry)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering, Architecture, Design, Computer Science, Physics)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Medicine Clinical)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Therapies, Pharmacy, Speech Pathology, Health Sciences, Nutrition and Tropical Health)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Veterinary Science)
  • Doctor of Psychology
  • Graduate Diploma Agribusiness
  • Graduate Diploma Agricultural Studies
  • Graduate Diploma Animal Studies
  • Graduate Diploma Applied Law
  • Graduate Diploma Applied Science
  • Graduate Diploma Arts
  • Graduate Diploma Biotechnology
  • Graduate Diploma Business
  • Graduate Diploma Clinical Pharmacy
  • Graduate Diploma Commerce
  • Graduate Diploma Communication
  • Graduate Diploma Development Practice
  • Graduate Diploma Economics
  • Graduate Diploma Educational Studies
  • Graduate Diploma Engineering
  • Graduate Diploma Entomology
  • Graduate Diploma Environmental Management
  • Graduate Diploma Ergonomics
  • Graduate Diploma Food Studies
  • Graduate Diploma Geographic Information Science
  • Graduate Diploma in Applied Linguistics
  • Graduate Diploma in Arts in Chinese Translation and Interpreting
  • Graduate Diploma in Education
  • Graduate Diploma in Epidemiology
  • Graduate Diploma in Governance and Public Policy
  • Graduate Diploma in Health Economics
  • Graduate Diploma in Human Services
  • Graduate Diploma in Integrated Water Management
  • Graduate Diploma in International Hotel and Tourism Management
  • Graduate Diploma in International Public Health
  • Graduate Diploma in Mediation and Conflict Resolution
  • Graduate Diploma in Mental Health
  • Graduate Diploma in Museum Studies
  • Graduate Diploma in Research Methods
  • Graduate Diploma Information Technology
  • Graduate Diploma Interaction Design
  • Graduate Diploma International Studies
  • Graduate Diploma Journalism
  • Graduate Diploma Magnetic Resonance Technology
  • Graduate Diploma Marine Studies
  • Graduate Diploma Mineral Resources
  • Graduate Diploma Molecular Biology
  • Graduate Diploma Music
  • Graduate Diploma Natural Resource Economics
  • Graduate Diploma of Arts in Japanese Interpreting and Translation
  • Graduate Diploma Organisational Psychology
  • Graduate Diploma Plant Protection
  • Graduate Diploma Project Management
  • Graduate Diploma Property Studies
  • Graduate Diploma Public Health
  • Graduate Diploma Regional Development
  • Graduate Diploma Rural Systems Management
  • Graduate Diploma Science
  • Graduate Diploma Social Administration
  • Graduate Diploma Social Science
  • Graduate Diploma Social Work
  • Graduate Diploma Technology and Innovation Management
  • Graduate Diploma Urban and Regional Planning
  • Graduate Diploma Veterinary Studies
  • Postgraduate Diploma Natural Resource Studies
  • Postgraduate Diploma of Agricultural Economic Studies
  • Master of Agribusiness
  • Master of Agricultural Studies
  • Master of Animal Studies
  • Master of Applied Law
  • Master of Applied Linguistics
  • Master of Applied Psychology
  • Master of Applied Science
  • Master of Architectural Studies
  • Master of Architecture
  • Master of Arts
  • Master of Biotechnology
  • Master of Business
  • Master of Business Administration
  • Master of Business Economics
  • Master of Clinical Pharmacy
  • Master of Clinical Psychology
  • Master of Commerce
  • Master of Communication
  • Master of Counselling
  • Master of Development Economics
  • Master of Development Practice
  • Master of Dietetics Studies
  • Master of Economics
  • Master of Education
  • Master of Engineering
  • Master of Entomology
  • Master of Environmental Management
  • Master of Epidemiology
  • Master of Ergonomics
  • Master of Exercise Science
  • Master of Food Studies
  • Master of Geographic Information Science
  • Master of Governance and Public Policy
  • Master of Health Economics
  • Master of Health Studies
  • Master of Human Services
  • Master of Information Technology
  • Master of Integrated Water Management
  • Master of Interaction Design
  • Master of International Economics and Finance
  • Master of International Hotel and Tourism Management
  • Master of International Public Health
  • Master of International Studies
  • Master of Journalism
  • Master of Law
  • Master of Laws
  • Master of Magnetic Resonance Technology
  • Master of Mediation and Conflict Resolution
  • Master of Mental Health
  • Master of Mineral Resources
  • Master of Molecular Biology
  • Master of Museum Studies
  • Master of Music Studies
  • Master of Music Therapy
  • Master of Natural Resource Economics
  • Master of Natural Resource Studies
  • Master of Occupational Therapy Studies
  • Master of Organisational Psychology
  • Master of Physiotherapy
  • Master of Physiotherapy Studies
  • Master of Plant Protection
  • Master of Project Management
  • Master of Property Studies
  • Master of Public Health
  • Master of Regional Development
  • Master of Rural Systems Management
  • Master of Science
  • Master of Social Administration
  • Master of Social Science
  • Master of Social Work
  • Master of Speech Pathology Studies
  • Master of Sport and Exercise Psychology
  • Master of Sports Medicine
  • Master of Technology and Innovation Management
  • Master of Urban and Regional Planning
  • Master of Veterinary Studies
  • Yearly Tuition

    Introduction

    Yearly tuition refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study...

    However, the cost of yearly tuition can vary widely depending on the The University of Queensland's program of study, the specific type of degree, the student's residency status and other criteria. Moreover, tuition is just one component of the overall cost of attending university. Other expenses, such as room and board, textbooks and personal expenses can add significantly to the total cost of attendance and depends on Australia's cost of living.


    Yearly Tuition Range Matrix

    This uniRank Tuition Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students (local and international students) and 2 degree levels (undergraduate and postgraduate degrees) and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at the The University of Queensland.

    uniRank Tuition Range Matrix
    Undergraduate Postgraduate
    Local
    students
    over 20,000 US$
    (18,225 Euro)
    over 20,000 US$
    (18,225 Euro)
    International
    students
    over 20,000 US$
    (18,225 Euro)
    over 20,000 US$
    (18,225 Euro)

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    Admissions Info

    Introduction

    Admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer...

    Admission policies may change by country, type of higher education institution and the specific programs or majors offered by the institution. Prospective students should carefully review the admission policies and requirements of each institution they are considering to determine their eligibility and, if the institution is selective and does not have an open admission policy, prepare a strong application.


    Admission Info and stats

    uniRank publishes below an overview of the most important information about the The University of Queensland's admission policy and statistics.


    Admission Info

    uniRank publishes below some basic admission information for the The University of Queensland.

    Admission Gender

    This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


    Admission Selection

    Has the The University of Queensland a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


    Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

    The University of Queensland's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


    International Admissions

    International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


    Admission Office Admission Office

    JD Story Building, The University of Queensland
    Brisbane 4072
    (0)3 8676 7004
    1800 671 980

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    Size and Profile

    Introduction

    University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university or assessing its value. Here are some potential reasons why...

    • Resources: a larger university may have more resources available to its students, including research facilities, libraries, and extracurricular activities. However, a smaller university may offer a more personalized experience and smaller class sizes.
    • Diversity: the size and profile of a university can impact the diversity of its student body, faculty and curriculum. Larger universities may attract more international students and offer a wider range of academic programs, while smaller universities may have a more homogenous population.
    • Networking: a larger university may offer more opportunities for networking and building connections with other students and professionals in your field, but smaller universities may offer a tighter-knit community and more personalized networking opportunities.
    • Quality of Education: a university with a lower student-staff ratio typically means that students will receive more personalized attention from their instructors. This can lead to more individualized instruction, more opportunities for feedback and guidance and a better learning experience overall.
    • Location: campus setting can have an impact on students' access to resources, cost of living, transportation, social life and safety.
    • Religious affiliation: while it may not be the most important factor for everyone, understanding the religious affiliation of a university can help students determine if it aligns with their personal beliefs and provide a unique academic and spiritual experience.

    Overall, the importance of university size and profile can vary depending on the student's individual goals, beliefs and priorities. It is important to consider these factors along with other important criteria, such as academic programs, location, cost and university culture.


    Size and Profile

    uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for the The University of Queensland.

    Student Enrollment

    The University of Queensland has a student enrollment range of over 45,000 making it a very large-sized institution.


    Academic Staff

    This institution has a range of 1,500-1,999 academic employees (Faculty).


    Control Type Control Type

    The University of Queensland is a public higher education institution.


    Entity Type

    The University of Queensland is a non-profit higher education institution.


    Academic Calendar

    This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


    Campus Setting Campus Setting

    This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


    Religious Affiliation

    The The University of Queensland does not have any religious affiliation.


    Facilities and Services

    Introduction

    What are University facilities and services and what facilities and services does the The University of Queensland offer?

    University facilities and services refer to the physical infrastructure and resources provided by a university to support its academic and research activities, as well as the well-being of its students, faculty and staff. Some examples of university facilities and services are classrooms and lecture halls, libraries, laboratories, housing, dining services, health services, sports and fitness facilities, financial aids, career or academic counseling services, technology and computing resources, distance learning and study abroad services.


    Facilities and Services

    uniRank provides below an overview of the facilities and services offered by the The University of Queensland.


    Library

    This institution has a physical Library for its students. Go to the The University of Queensland's Library


    Housing

    This higher education institution provides on-campus residences or dormitories and/or off-campus accommodation to its students.


    Sport Facilities

    This institution has sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.


    Financial Aids

    This higher education institution offers one or more types of financial aid (i.e. scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid, etc.) for eligible students.


    Study Abroad

    This institution provides study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.


    Distance Learning

    This higher education institution offers a distance learning mode for some programs or courses.


    Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

    Not reported


    Career Services Career Services

    Not reported



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    Recognition and Accreditation

    Introduction

    There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system...

    • Institutional legal recognition: institutional legal recognition of a University refers to the formal recognition of the university's legal status by the government of a country. Legally recognized higher education institutions are chartered, registered and/or licensed by government bodies to be legal entities authorized to teach at the tertiary level.
    • Institutional accreditation: institutional accreditation is a type of additional quality assessment that evaluates the overall quality of an institution as a whole. Institutional accrediting bodies assess a University's overall mission, governance, leadership, faculty qualifications, student support services, financial stability and academic offering. Institutional accreditation is a concept that mainly exists in the US higher education system and a few other countries. So if you plan to study in the United States make sure that the University you choose is not only registered or licensed but officially accredited by a recognized accrediting body. In the US uniRank only includes accredited institutions.
    • Programmatic or specialized accreditation: programmatic or specialized accreditation, on the other hand, is a type of accreditation that evaluates and accredits specific academic programs within a University. Programmatic accreditation, granted by specialized national or international accrediting bodies, assesses the quality and rigor of a program's curriculum, faculty qualifications, student outcomes and resources and is focused on ensuring that a specific program or course meets industry standards and requirements.

    uniRank provides, for each University, the name of the organization that has officially granted institutional legal recognition or accreditation. For some Universities uniRank also provides a list of programmatic or specialized accreditations that, however, might be not complete or up-to-date.


    Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

    The The University of Queensland is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Department of Education and Training of Australia



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    Online Courses

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    This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing and supporting free open education.

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