Queensland in brief
- 135,000 international students
- 5 million population
- 10 universities and 32 campuses statewide
- 5 World Heritage Sites
- 5 international airports
- Focus on global innovation
Queensland is 6 times the size of the United Kingdom and home to more than 5 million people.
With more than 280 schools and education providers spread across the state, you can choose from a range of unique destinations and experiences, many only available in Queensland. You can live and study in large, cosmopolitan cities, major regional towns close to Australia’s world-famous natural treasures, or in regional centres where you can experience authentic Australian country life.
Queensland has 10 universities across 32 campuses and more than 100 private registered training organisations. The state offers Vocational Education and Training in-school projects that allow students to study for a diploma qualification while at school and there are many English language courses available to suit different skill levels and lengths of stay.
Queensland is affordable with two Queensland cities ranked amongst the top 5 most affordable student cities in Australia. Gold Coast is ranked as the most affordable student city in Australia with average rental prices 40% lower than Sydney. Brisbane is ranked as Australia’s 4th most affordable student city with Queensland students receiving a 50% discount on public transport across the state.
No matter what your chosen discipline, study area, level of study or career interest, you’ll find it in Queensland.
A focus on talent, employability and the future
Queensland attracts and develops the world’s most talented students and launches them into global careers.
In Queensland, education and industry leaders work together and collaborate with global networks to stay up to date and prepare students for future success. Queensland education providers are continuously adapting to new technology and emerging industries, meaning students are exposed to new ways of thinking, innovative teaching and jobs of the future. The state is backed by a pro-innovation government that encourages education providers and organisations to put innovation and entrepreneurship at the heart of what they do. This has seen education providers design their courses to focus strongly on helping students think entrepreneurially and adapt to change as their careers progress.
Queensland offers a variety of initiatives and experiences that support and encourage students to develop their professional skills and become more employable. The Study Queensland Talent Program is Australia’s largest student employability initiative focused on developing students’ employability skills and connecting them with alumni and employers. The program is run by the Queensland Government and provides endless opportunities to make connections and gain the skills, knowledge and experiences you need for your career to thrive.
It’s an exciting time to study in Queensland if you want to learn how to take on the world.
Supporting students
Queensland students are confident to achieve whatever they set out to do. With a wide range of support services, Queensland encourages students to be their best and achieve their academic, social and personal goals.
The Queensland Student Hub Network provides safe and welcoming spaces for students to make new friends, host their own events and access free counselling, careers advice, English language lessons and workshops.
The Brisbane Rainbow Hub is a dedicated space for LGBTQI students and their friends to meet and connect. The Rainbow Hub supports and empowers students to embrace their identity and become active in the local community.
1800QSTUDY is Queensland’s international student hotline providing phone support and information related to studying in Queensland. The hotline is available 24/7 and free when you call from an Australian landline or mobile provider so you will always have access to support when you are studying in Queensland. Members of your family, your legal guardian, agent or other persons may also call the service regarding issues concerning studying in Queensland. The hotline offers accredited translation and interpreter services for most languages free of charge.