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Central Queensland University

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Overview

Founded in 1967, the Central Queensland University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the rural setting of the small city of North Rockhampton (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Queensland. This institution also has branch campuses in Mackay, Gladstone, Emerald, Bundaberg, Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sydney, Melbourne, Fiji, Singapore, Hong Kong and Shanghai (CN). Officially recognized by the Department of Education and Training of Australia, Central Queensland University (CQU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational Australian higher education institution. Central Queensland University (CQU) 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 57-year-old Australian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this Australian higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. CQU 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

Central Queensland University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Central Queensland University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Central Queensland University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Central Queensland University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym CQU
Founded 1967
Motto Doctrina Perpetua
Forever Learning
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University Location

Address Bruce Highway
North Rockhampton
4702 Queensland
Australia
Central Queensland University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Central Queensland University Phone Number +61 (0)7 4930 9777
Central Queensland University Fax Number +61 (0)7 4936 1691
Other locations Mackay, Gladstone, Emerald, Bundaberg, Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sydney, Melbourne, Fiji, Singapore, Hong Kong and Shanghai (CN)

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

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




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Central Queensland University's Tuition Fees 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 Central Queensland University.

Central Queensland University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for 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. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Central Queensland University's admission information.

Central Queensland University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Central Queensland University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Central Queensland University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Central Queensland University's acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.


Central Queensland University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

Central Queensland University has more than 4000 international students.

Central Queensland University's Admission Office Admission Office

Bruce Highway
North Rockhampton 4702
(0)7 4930 9000
1300 360 444

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Central Queensland University.

Central Queensland University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Central Queensland University has an enrollment range of 15,000-19,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Central Queensland University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 700-799 academic employees (Faculty).


Central Queensland University's Control Type Control Type

Central Queensland University is a public higher education institution.


Central Queensland University's Entity Type Entity Type

Central Queensland University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Central Queensland University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Central Queensland University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

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Religious Affiliation

Central Queensland University does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Central Queensland University's main facilities:


Central Queensland University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Central Queensland University's Library


Central Queensland University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Central Queensland University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

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



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Central Queensland University's main services:


Central Queensland University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Central Queensland University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

Central Queensland University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


Central Queensland University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Central Queensland University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Central Queensland University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Central Queensland University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • CPA Australia
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA)
  • Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI)
  • Australian Computer Society (ACS)
  • Engineers Australia
  • National ELT Accreditation Scheme Limited (NEAS)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Central Queensland University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Universities Australia

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Central Queensland University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Central Queensland University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Central Queensland University's Facebook page Central Queensland University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Central Queensland University's X (formerly Twitter) page Central Queensland University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Central Queensland University's YouTube channel Central Queensland University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Central Queensland University's Instagram page Central Queensland University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Central Queensland University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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