The University of Queensland

Overview

The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of Australia's premier institutions, known for its leadership in teaching and research. With over a century of experience, UQ has educated exceptional individuals and contributed to global knowledge. Ranked among the world's top universities, UQ excels in teaching, having won more national teaching awards than any other Australian university.

UQ's vast alumni network spans 184 countries, comprising 332,000 graduates, including 17,000 PhD holders. The university supports over 55,000 students, including more than 20,000 postgraduates and approximately 21,500 international students from 141 countries, who study across its four campuses in South East Queensland.

The university's 6 faculties, 7 world-class research institutes, and over 100 research centres foster interdisciplinary collaboration, with over 2,500 researchers advancing UQ’s tradition of research excellence. UQ is Australia's leading recipient of Australian Research Council Fellowships, securing 452 awards worth more than AUD 339 million.

UQ is a founding member of the Group of Eight universities, a member of Universitas 21, and a prestigious partner in the global edX consortium, making it one of Australia’s foremost institutions for higher education and research.