University of Queensland

The University of Queensland (UQ) is the oldest university in Queensland and a member of the Group of Eight research-intensive Australian universities. Its main campus at St Lucia sits on a peninsula bend in the Brisbane River, about 15 minutes from the CBD by ferry or bus.

Why students choose UQ

• Group of Eight membership — internationally recognised research and teaching.
• Strong programs across medicine, engineering, business, agriculture, and the sciences.
• Large international community drawn from over 130 countries.
• Brisbane offers a lower cost of living than Sydney or Melbourne while delivering Group of Eight quality.

What students say

Students commonly describe Brisbane itself as a big part of the appeal — friendly, multicultural, and easier on the budget than Sydney or Melbourne. Academics, faculty, and campus facilities tend to get strong reviews, with the St Lucia riverside setting frequently mentioned as a pleasant place to study. Scholarship availability and research support are generally seen as strengths too.