Information about Central Queensland University, Australia

1. Website: www.cqu.edu.au/

2. Campuses & Locations: 11 campuses 

CQU is one of Australia’s universities with the most extensive campus network:

• Brisbane (QLD): CBD location, approximately 20–30 minutes from Brisbane Airport
• Sydney (NSW): CBD location, approximately 20–30 minutes from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport
• Melbourne (VIC): CBD location, approximately 25–35 minutes from Melbourne Airport
• Perth (WA): city centre, approximately 20–25 minutes from Perth Airport
• Adelaide (SA): city centre, approximately 15–20 minutes from Adelaide Airport
• Rockhampton (QLD – main campus): approximately 10–15 minutes from Rockhampton Airport (domestic)
• Mackay (QLD): approximately 10–15 minutes from Mackay Airport
• Cairns (QLD): approximately 10–15 minutes from Cairns Airport (international airport)
• Townsville (QLD): approximately 10–15 minutes from Townsville Airport
• Bundaberg (QLD): approximately 10–15 minutes from Bundaberg Airport
• Gladstone (QLD): approximately 10–15 minutes from Gladstone Airport

3. Type of Institution: Public university

4. Rankings – Quality Assurance:

• Ranked #499 globally (QS World University Rankings 2026)
• Top 25 globally for commitment to sustainable development (THE University Impact Rankings 2025)
• 5-star rating for student support (Good Universities Guide 2025)
• Ranked #3 in Australia for first-generation student participation (Good Universities Guide 2025)

5. Total Student Population: Over 30,000 students

6. International Students: Over 5,000 students

7. Key Strengths:

• Achieved the highest 5-star ratings for teaching, employability, and facilities (QS Stars Ratings 2024);
• Top 4 in Australia for graduate employment outcomes (Good Universities Guide 2026);
• Top 8 in Australia for employer satisfaction (QILT 2023);
• Extensive campus network → flexible study location options aligned with budget and migration pathways;
• Strong focus on practical, industry-relevant training;
• Among the leading universities in Australia for graduate employability;
• Wide range of programmes aligned with skill shortage occupations;
• Highly affordable tuition fees;
• Strong support services for international students: academic, employment, and wellbeing.

8. Training-related Information

a. Training programs: View details here

• English Language Programmes
• Certificate
• Diploma
• Bachelor’s Degrees
• Master’s Degrees
• Doctoral (PhD) Programmes

b. Schools / Faculties: View details here 

• School of Access Education
• School of Business and Law
• School of Education and the Arts
• School of Engineering and Technology
• School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences
• School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Sciences
• School of Trades
• School of Graduate Research

c. Training courses: View details here 

• Allied Health
• Business and Accounting
• Creative, Performing and Visual Arts
• Digital Media, Communication and Arts
• Education, Teaching and Childcare
• Engineering, Built Environment and Aviation
• Information Systems and Technology
• Law, Criminology and Justice
• Nursing, Paramedicine and Health
• Psychology, Social Work and Community Services
• Safety Sciences
• Science, Environment and Agriculture

9. Study pathways for students:

• After Grade 12, students may choose:
  • Diploma + Bachelor’s (entry to Year 2);
  • Direct entry to Bachelor’s degree (from Year 1);
• After completing a Bachelor’s degree: Progression to Master’s or PhD programmes;
• After completing a Master’s degree: Progression to a PhD programme.

10. Entry Requirements: View details here 

• English Language Programmes
• Diploma: Completion of High School, GPA ≥ 6.0, IELTS ≥ 5.5 (no band below 5.0)
• Bachelor’s Degree: Completion of High School, GPA ≥ 7.0, IELTS ≥ 6.0 (no band below 5.5)
• Coursework Master’s: Completion of Bachelor’s degree, IELTS ≥ 6.0 (no band below 5.5)
• Research Programmes: Completion of Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, IELTS ≥ 6.5 (no band below 6.0)

11. Intakes: March – July – November

12. Application Documents:

General:

• Highest qualification certificate
• Academic transcripts for the most recent 2 years
• English language certificate (if available)
• Passport (photo & signature page), if available
• Academic achievements / extracurricular activities (for scholarship consideration)

For Master's programs: 

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Two (02) letters of recommendation

For Master of Research’s / PhD programs: 

• Research proposal
• Published academic papers (if any)

13. Tuition Fees: Approximately AUD 25,000 – 35,000 per year

14. Scholarships: View details here 

• International Merit Scholarship: 25% tuition fee for the entire programme
• Southeast Asia Excellence Scholarship: 25% tuition fee for the entire programme
• Live, Earn, Learn Scholarship: 35% accommodation support at Capricornia College (terms and conditions apply) + part-time work opportunities on campus or in the local community
• International Alumni Scholarship: 30% tuition fee for the entire programme (for alumni)
• Fully funded research scholarships: valued at AUD 38,000 per year

15. Living Expenses: Approximately AUD 24,000 – 29,000 per year

16. Accommodation and Other Services: View details here 

Students may choose:

• On-campus accommodation
• Homestay
• Shared housing

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