University of Queensland

Consistently ranked among the world’s top universities, the University of Queensland (UQ) offers award-winning teaching, world-class indoor and outdoor learning environments, and outstanding facilities. With more than 4,000 high-quality courses on offer, UQ is one of the most comprehensive universities in Australia. Many of these courses offer theoretical or practical components unique to UQ.

UQ is located in Brisbane, the capital city of Queensland, and an economic and cultural hub. Young and progressive, the city is fast becoming a centre in the Asia–Pacific for business, investment, major events and education. It is also home to over 200 nationalities and 220 languages.  Queensland is Australia’s second-largest state by area, and is home to some of the most important natural sites in the world, including the Great Barrier Reef. The state boasts pristine beaches, coral reefs, rainforests, mountain ranges, and outback towns.  

Available exchanges

The University of Queensland hosts the following exchanges:

  • University-wide exchange
  • Subject-specific Business exchange
  • Subject-specific Law exchange

Restrictions

Direct entry students are not eligible for the exchange at the University of Queensland.

Some courses are not available to study abroad and exchange students. This will be indicated in the on-line Course Description, which will state that it is “Restricted” to a particular cohort of students.    

Most Clinical Health Science courses (Medicine, Dentistry, Physiotherapy, Occupational and Speech Therapy and Vet Science) are not available for Study Abroad or Incoming Exchange students.

All students must meet the pre-requisite requirements for courses they wish to take. It is understood that quota limitations, normal timetabling and scheduling constraints apply to all students.   

UQ is listed by the School of Economics as a possible institution to consider. 

UQ do not accept direct-entry students. 

Your responsibilities

  • The information provided here serves as a guide.
  • It is your responsibility to research whether the partner provides appropriate courses for your degree programme.
  • Even if there are no restrictions on your degree subject, this does not mean that there are appropriate courses for you.

You should refer to the online course database for current offerings:

University of Queensland Study Options

The course description has all the information you need to make an informed choice. See Course Profiles for detailed information. Use the most recent version if there is not yet one available for your semester. 

University of Queensland Programmes & Courses

Some courses are not available to exchange students. This will be indicated in the online Course Description, which will state that it is “Restricted” to a particular cohort of students. Do not choose these courses. 

It is important to note that: undergraduate level course codes generally run from 1000 to 3999 and postgraduate level course codes are 7000 and up. Most 4000 and 6000 courses are Honours level and are not available to Exchange students. 


Guaranteed accommodation? 

Yes 

University accommodation 

When you apply through UQ Guaranteed Accommodation, you’re able to secure your accommodation before arriving in Brisbane and commencing studies at UQ. The UQ Residential Colleges (on campus) and UQ-approved providers (off campus) set aside a guaranteed number of rooms so you’re easily able to compare, choose and secure the most appropriate accommodation.  

Information about the accommodation guarantee   

UQ Living: Accommodation for every journey

Private accommodation  

From city living to suburban share houses, find a place that suits your lifestyle.  

Purpose-built student living - A variety of studio, single-bedroom and twin share options is available. 

Private housing - Brisbane’s rental market features everything from share houses to high-rise apartments, while Gatton offers a range of affordable share houses. To find a room, apartment or house, first check the UQ Rentals database.

UQ Rentals database


How much will it cost to go on exchange to UQ? 

Student visa applicants will need to show they have a minimum of AUD 29,710 to cover the cost of living for a year in Australia. 

In addition to this amount, you'll also need to consider establishment costs such as buying furniture, paying a rental bond and setting up electricity, gas and mobile phone accounts, as well as other expenses such as visa and medical fees, tuition fees, return airfares, and Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC). Remember that exchange rate variations may also affect your budget. 

UQ-provided cost of living estimates 

You may also wish to refer to the Study Australia Cost of Living Calculator to get an estimate on how much it could cost to have the lifestyle you choose in Australia. 

Study Australia Cost of Living Calculator

Health insurance

An Australian student visa requires you to have Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the full duration of your exchange (though students from Belgium, Norway, and Sweden may be exempt). OSHC is a government requirement and cannot be waived with off-shore health insurance and/or comprehensive travel insurance. 

Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)

Additional information on the Overseas Health Cover


UQ has provided their most recent exchange guide, which includes semester dates.


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