Queensland University of Technology is located in Brisbane and is one of the most modern universities in Australia. The university is highly recognized nationally and internationally, both for its high level of education, as well as for its strong focus on preparing students for the realities of working life. We help you apply to QUT and we answer all of your questions about studying in Australia. Reach out to us and receive our free study counseling and help with all the practicalities such as financing, housing, scholarships and the application. We help you with:
- Semester (Study Abroad)
- Bachelor
- Master
- Postgraduate Certificates/Diploma
...at the Queensland University of Technology. At Queensland University of Technology you can study practically anything e.g Finance, IT, Nursing, Design, Marketing or what about Dance or TV/Film. Anything is possible, and we help you find your dream studies and courses at QUT.
Who can study at QUT?
If you have completed an Upper Secondary Education with satisfactory results, you are eligible to apply to study at QUT. Studies at QUT are for those who:
- take a gap year and wish to live in Australia - study for a semester or two and take courses of your interest
- are already enrolled in a university in your home country and wish to study a semester or two in Australia and transfer the ECTS-points to your education at home (also called Study Abroad/Freemover)
- dream of studying an entire Degree abroad e.g. your Bachelor or Master
- have completed a shorter higher education and wish a 'top-up' to obtain a Bachelor's Degree
- who wish to study their Ph.d. in Australia
We give you the best arrival package in Brisbane
Through us, you can be sure to have the best start to your studies in Brisbane with an arrival package.
Read more about our arrival package for students in Brisbane.
7 Reasons why you should study at Queensland University of Technology
- QUT is known for its surname: 'A university for the real world'. The name comes from the university's close relationship with the community, its relevant work related teaching and its applied research. Perfect for students looking for a more practically oriented education!
- QUT is located in Brisbane, which has 24 parks and 261 days of sunshine each year. Life in Brisbane is awesome!
- The lecturers at QUT are leaders in their field, ensuring you a top level, state of the art education.
- The university has a Career Mentor scheme, linking students with industry professionals, so you can get a foot in the door in the industry.
- The university makes great efforts to ensure that international students feel at home. At QUT you are not just a person in the crowd, you are seen for who you are. Social events and excursions to nearby attractions are organized throughout the semester.
- You can choose among more than 600 courses, so you are guaranteed to find something that interests you.
- QUT's main campus is located in the heart of Brisbane's Central Business District, with easy access to shopping, nightlife and the city's cultural districts.
Campus at Queensland University of Technology
QUT has two campuses: Gardens Point and Kelvin Grove.
Garden Point campus is located by the Brisbane River in the city center - right next to the Botanical Gardens and the Parliament House. From here, there's easy access to shopping, restaurants, theaters, galleries and public transport (including free shuttle buses, city buses, trains and ferries).
The Kelvin Grove campus is located in a beautiful area just 2 kilometers from downtown Brisbane. The campus has good access to public transport, with buses running to the city center and Gardens Point Campus every 10 min.
Student accommodation in Brisbane
QUT offers accommodation options close to both the Gardens Point and Kelvin Grove campuses. Choose from a range of share apartment options offered by the university's housing partners Iglu, Urbanest, Student One or Unilodge; if you are a study abroad student, you are guaranteed accommodation at one of their housing partners.
Otherwise, the QUT Housing Office is happy to help you find accommodation on the private market.
Student life at QUT
Campus life at QUT is great both inside and outside the classroom. The lecturers are good, the learning facilities great and atmosphere is friendly and welcoming.
QUT offer a broad range of facilities that are available to the students, including an art gallery, swimming pools, sporting facilities and fitness centers. However, it's not the facilities, but the people you meet, that will make your time at QUT truly memorable. In this aspect, QUT is really great; they put everything in place for you to meet as many new people as possible, by organizing social events and festivities throughout the year. On top of that, the university has more than 80 student clubs for you to join, whether you are into sports, politics, religion, gaming, movies, cooking, culture you name it!
Apply to Queensland University of Technology
Since Queensland University of Technology has continuous admission, we recommend that you send your application as soon as possible. To ensure that you have enough time to apply for visas etc., we recommend that you apply at least 3-4 months before the semester begins. Being admitted to QUT requires good academic average from your previous education, as the admission office will evaluate your application in relation to your past and current studies.
The English admission requirement is a passed high school diploma with a minimum grade above average or that you have obtained the required score from a TOEFL or IELTS test:
TOEFL (International) Test Score Requirements
Minimum score 79 (different minimum scores in each section - reach out if in doubt)
IELTS (Academic) Test Score Requirements
Minimum score 6.5 (min. 6.0 in each section)
Please be aware that some courses and programs may require a test score higher than the ones stated above. Your test score cannot be more than 2 years old. Also, note that QUT requires all applicants to postgraduate programs to take an English language test.