Information about Central Queensland University, Australia

1. Parents and students are kindly advised to check the most up-to-date information on the official website: www.cqu.edu.au/

2. Location:

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. Academic Programmes:

a. Levels of Study:
(See details: www.cqu.edu.au/courses)

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

b. Schools / Faculties:
(See details: www.cqu.edu.au/about-us/our-schools)

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. Fields of Study:
(See details: www.cqu.edu.au/study/university)

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 Vietnamese 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:
(See details: www.cqu.edu.au/study/international/entry-requirements)

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 programmes:

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

For Research Master’s / PhD programmes:

Research proposal
Published academic papers (if any)

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

14. Scholarships:
(See details: www.cqu.edu.au/study/international/international-scholarships)

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:
(See details: www.cqu.edu.au/study/international/planning-your-arrival/accommodation)

Students may choose:

On-campus accommodation
Homestay
Shared housing

17. Support from Duc Anh EduConnect:

A large number of students choose Duc Anh EduConnect for their study abroad applications, as we are official representatives of many institutions worldwide. We are committed to providing professional – transparent – dedicated – effective services and are widely recognised as one of the most effective channels for securing high-value scholarships.

We provide direct support in:

Comprehensive student assessment to design suitable study pathways;
Identifying scholarship opportunities and preparing competitive applications;
Handling applications for admission, scholarships, and student visas;
Accompanying students throughout the entire journey: application, visa processing, accommodation arrangements, pre-departure guidance, and ongoing support (academic issues, health, personal matters, etc.);
Career guidance and migration consultation;

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