# =436QS World University Rankings
119Undergrad & Postgrad Programmes
60 % International students
About Central Queensland University (CQUniversity Australia)
CQUniversity Australia is the largest regional university in Australia. Across our 20+ locations nationally, we offer an excellent range of vocational, higher education and research courses, offering exceptional choice to students from within Australia and from more than 50 countries around the world.
We offer a world-class education, are ranked in the top two per cent of universities worldwide for graduate employability, and are recognised as Australia’s first and only Changemaker Campus by social innovation group Ashoka U. Plus, with locations across Australia , you’re sure to find one that suits your lifestyle.
Our courses are designed alongside industry and many include hands-on, practical learning experiences such as field and laboratory work, project-based learning and work placements. Our commitment to making real-world knowledge and skills accessible to all has seen us being awarded five-star ratings for full-time employment, social equity, student support, student experience, starting salary and first-generation student ratio, placing us in the top 20 per cent of universities in Australia in these categories. No matter whether you’re just finishing school or thinking of taking up a new challenge, CQUniversity can help you be what you want to be.
AN INTERNATIONAL OUTLOOK
International students have contributed greatly to CQUniversity over the years, enriching the university culturally, academically, and contributing to its long-term growth. The concept of international activity is not new to CQUniversity. Over the past 25 years, CQUniversity has grown from a small institution focused on education and industry in regional Queensland, to a multi-campus, multi-city university focused on preparing highly diverse learners for internationally-engaged and effective professional practice wherever they may be situated.
QUALITY EDUCATION FOR EVERYONE
We welcome students from diverse cultural backgrounds, geographic locations and social-economic contexts. We continue to be Australia’s most accessible and inclusive university, ensuring that quality education is accessible to everyone by offering seamless pathway options for career progression with competitive and affordable fees.
RESEARCH WITH REAL-WORLD OUTCOMES
Our industry, government and community ties, along with collaboration with national and international research networks helps us produce research that answers real-world challenges. Our range of research higher degrees allow you to undertake research focused on a particular area of interest, and our research outcomes are both applied and have practical impacts on the communities we serve.
We’re rated as conducting world-class research in 22 different research categories , which includes the highest rating 'well above world standard' in Mathematical Sciences, Applied Mathematics, Horticultural Production, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Psychological and Cognitive Sciences and Other Psychology and Cognitive Sciences.
GLOBAL CONNECTIONS
CQUniversity has over 140 000 registered alumni across the globe so, no matter where you are in the world, you can enjoy the opportunity to connect and expand your personal and professional networks.
FLEXIBILITY
At CQUniversity, you can study courses online, on-campus or a combination of both. We are a leading distance education provider and one of the first Australian universities to offer flexible, mixed-mode study so you can study where and how it suits you.
We currently have more than 33 000 students spread across more than 20 locations Australia-wide. Whether you prefer the bustling city life or the relaxed pace of a regional location, we offer more than 20 study locations including campuses and study centres/hubs in Adelaide, Biloela, Brisbane, Broome, Bundaberg, Busselton, Cairns, Emerald, Gladstone, Mackay, Melbourne, Rockhampton, Sydney and Townsville.
Explore how you can be with CQU.
Visit cqu.edu.au .
About Central Queensland University (CQUniversity Australia)
CQUniversity Australia is the largest regional university in Australia. Across our 20+ locations nationally, we offer an excellent range of vocational, higher education and research courses, offering exceptional choice to students from within Australia and from more than 50 countries around the world.
We offer a world-class education, are ranked in the top two per cent of universities worldwide for graduate employability, and are recognised as Australia’s first and only Changemaker Campus by social innovation group Ashoka U. Plus, with locations across Australia , you’re sure to find one that suits your lifestyle.
Our courses are designed alongside industry and many include hands-on, practical learning experiences such as field and laboratory work, project-based learning and work placements. Our commitment to making real-world knowledge and skills accessible to all has seen us being awarded five-star ratings for full-time employment, social equity, student support, student experience, starting salary and first-generation student ratio, placing us in the top 20 per cent of universities in Australia in these categories. No matter whether you’re just finishing school or thinking of taking up a new challenge, CQUniversity can help you be what you want to be.
AN INTERNATIONAL OUTLOOK
International students have contributed greatly to CQUniversity over the years, enriching the university culturally, academically, and contributing to its long-term growth. The concept of international activity is not new to CQUniversity. Over the past 25 years, CQUniversity has grown from a small institution focused on education and industry in regional Queensland, to a multi-campus, multi-city university focused on preparing highly diverse learners for internationally-engaged and effective professional practice wherever they may be situated.
QUALITY EDUCATION FOR EVERYONE
We welcome students from diverse cultural backgrounds, geographic locations and social-economic contexts. We continue to be Australia’s most accessible and inclusive university, ensuring that quality education is accessible to everyone by offering seamless pathway options for career progression with competitive and affordable fees.
RESEARCH WITH REAL-WORLD OUTCOMES
Our industry, government and community ties, along with collaboration with national and international research networks helps us produce research that answers real-world challenges. Our range of research higher degrees allow you to undertake research focused on a particular area of interest, and our research outcomes are both applied and have practical impacts on the communities we serve.
We’re rated as conducting world-class research in 22 different research categories , which includes the highest rating 'well above world standard' in Mathematical Sciences, Applied Mathematics, Horticultural Production, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Psychological and Cognitive Sciences and Other Psychology and Cognitive Sciences.
GLOBAL CONNECTIONS
CQUniversity has over 140 000 registered alumni across the globe so, no matter where you are in the world, you can enjoy the opportunity to connect and expand your personal and professional networks.
FLEXIBILITY
At CQUniversity, you can study courses online, on-campus or a combination of both. We are a leading distance education provider and one of the first Australian universities to offer flexible, mixed-mode study so you can study where and how it suits you.
We currently have more than 33 000 students spread across more than 20 locations Australia-wide. Whether you prefer the bustling city life or the relaxed pace of a regional location, we offer more than 20 study locations including campuses and study centres/hubs in Adelaide, Biloela, Brisbane, Broome, Bundaberg, Busselton, Cairns, Emerald, Gladstone, Mackay, Melbourne, Rockhampton, Sydney and Townsville.
Explore how you can be with CQU.
Visit cqu.edu.au .
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CQUniversity Australia offers a wide variety of university qualifications with seamless pathways between short courses, certificates and diplomas, through to undergraduate, postgraduate and research higher degrees to help you be with CQU.
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- Co-working and Meeting Space with Internet Access
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CQUniversity Australia has one of the largest national footprints of any university in Australia, providing you with the opportunity to study at one of our many locations across the country, with a range of state-of-the-art facilities available. We’re also one of Australia’s leading providers of online learning, with the resources and support to help you succeed from wherever you are based.
STUDY ONLINE
CQUniversity provides you with the flexibility to tailor your study to suit your lifestyle. Benefit from the support and expertise of a university with over 40 years’ experience delivering distance education. As one of Australia’s largest online learning providers, we offer over 200 courses online, allowing you to balance study with family and work commitments. With over half of our Australian students regularly choosing to study online, we are committed to providing a quality virtual experience.
Online students have the added benefit of accessing services and support at any of our national locations. Plus, many of our courses are designed to allow you to move between on-campus and online delivery so you can expect a seamless transition between the two.
STUDY ON CAMPUS
Each campus is unique and offers an assortment of on- and off-campus facilities and services, coupled with carefully-planned program and course offerings. If you want to live, study and play while taking in the bustling and diverse nature that is a city, look at our metro campuses spread across four of Australia’s capital cities. Alternatively, if you prefer the lower-key, relaxed pace of the countryside, we’ve got a regional campus that will suit you.
LIVE AND STUDY IN OUR CAPITAL CITIES
Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney CBD locations offer state-of-the-art multi-storey study and recreational environments, the convenience of public transport options, and a multitude of dining, shopping and entertainment venues.
REGIONAL AUSTRALIA LIVING AND STUDYING
Our regional Queensland campuses in Bundaberg, Emerald, Gladstone, Mackay and Rockhampton boast some of Queensland’s most scenic locales, plus strong community and industry connections. Northern Queensland locations in Cairns and Townsville offer you the perfect mix of regional living and city amenities with convenient CBD campuses.
Student life
With a strong focus on student experience, CQUniversity helps you build study into your desired lifestyle. The latest student survey results also show the majority of CQUniversity students rate their overall student experience positively. Each location has its own personality and range of social activities, giving you lots of opportunities to network with your fellow students and make new friends.
SOCIAL LIFE
CQUniversity offers a vibrant and active campus life for students right across our entire campus network. Campus activities include live music, networking events, exercise classes, free coffee days, outdoor movies and more. Many of our locations also offer a range of student recreation facilities such as gyms and sports areas, food outlets, cafés, bars, games areas, and lounge and entertainment zones.
STUDENT SUPPORT
Services include orientation to assist your transition to university life, assignment and exam preparation and support evenings, ongoing assistance through the Student Mentor Program, counselling services, support for students with a disability or medical conditions, career planning services.
Students can also access our Academic Learning Centre, which offers information, support, advice, and resources related to many of the academic communication, mathematics and statistics, science and computing requirements of the study.
INTERNATIONALSTUDENT SUPPORT
Together with the Campus Life Committees and Student Experience teams across the University, we aim to provide ongoing support for all international students from arrival to graduation. Support services include:
· pre-arrival information
· accommodation assistance orientation
· information on Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
· student mentor and leadership programs
· career services
· confidential counselling and welfare services
· social activities and student forums
· care arrangements for students under 18 years of age
· students with families
· going home program after completion of studies.
INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
The CQUniversity International Merit Scholarship awards successful recipients with up to 25% of total tuition fees throughout their studies. Other scholarships are available through the Australian government and external organisations:
· Australia Awards
· LPDP-Australia Awards
· Research Training Program (RTP)
Find out more at cqu.edu.au/study/international/international-scholarships.
ACCOMMODATION
It is important to find the right place to live so you can focus on your studies. You can choose from a range of accommodation options to suit your needs and budget.
Homestay
Our preferred homestay provider is the Australian Homestay Network who will facilitate the arrangement and ensure you have a welcoming, safe and enjoyable experience.
Student Accommodation
Student One is the preferred accommodation provider for CQUniversity students in Brisbane. Our students can choose from Adelaide Street, Wharf Street or Elizabeth Street.
Private Accommodation
Off-campus accommodation such as flats, houses and shared accommodation can be found in the private rental market. You may look for these rental properties through property websites such as realestate.com.au and domain.com.au .
On-Campus Residence
Living on campus provides a great environment to live and study in. It offers ease and convenience to your university life.
Benefits include:
· opportunity to make friends from all over the world and local Australian students
· learn about different cultures
· save money and time on travelling to campus– no car or public transport is required
· increased safety with campus security and individually keyed rooms
· opportunity to get involved with social, community and cultural activities
· on-site manager and 24-hour live-in staff
· access to Residential Life team for ongoing pastoral care
· reduced fees for gym memberships.
Find out more about student life at CQUniversity Australia at cqu.edu.au/int-accommodation .
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At CQUniversity Australia, our courses are designed in collaboration with industry, allowing you to graduate work-ready. Our alumni experience outstanding graduate outcomes year-on-year, with more CQUniversity students finding full-time employment and earning higher salaries compared to national averages.
CQUniversity’s career services offer regular career support workshops and other careers-focused services including CQUni Career Connection, CQUni Careers and CareerHub to help prospective and current students and graduates of the University in their job search and career development.
GRADUATE OUTCOMES
CQUniversity continues to be recognised as one of the top five universities in Australia for full-time employment and starting salary for undergraduate alumni. We also rank second in Australia for postgraduate starting salaries.
CQUniversity postgraduate alumni earn 12 per cent more than the national average, with median salaries for full-time employees at $109 900 (national average $97 000) within four months of graduating.
The QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022 ranks CQUniversity as one of the top 500 universities globally. With more than 28 000 universities globally, this places us among the top two per cent for graduate employability. These rankings are based on graduate employment rates, employer-student connections, university-employer partnerships, alumni outcomes and a university's reputation among employers.
Rankings & Ratings
Central Queensland University (CQUniversity Australia) is one of the top Public universities in Norman Gardens, Australia. It is ranked #=436 in QS World University Rankings 2027.
QS World University Rankings
- 2017#601-650
- 2018#601-650
- 2019#601-650
- 2020#601-650
- 2021#591-600
- 2022#601-650
- 2023#651-700
- 2024#=590
- 2025#=495
- 2026#=499
- 2027#=436
QS World University Rankings
- 2017#601-650
- 2018#601-650
- 2019#601-650
- 2020#601-650
- 2021#591-600
- 2022#601-650
- 2023#651-700
- 2024#=590
- 2025#=495
- 2026#=499
- 2027#=436
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