A recognised leader in online and blended education, we are renowned for our supportive environment and student-focused commitment to learning and teaching.
- #301 Ranking
- 211 Bachelors
- 447 Academic Staff
- 11,841 Students
- 2,131 Students (int'l)
- 7,223 Students (female)
- Public Institution Type
Bachelor's programmes
Social Sciences (49)
- BSCI Counselling
- BHMS Counselling
- Bachelor Geographic Information Systems
- BCNM Journalism
- B.A. Journalism Studies
- BSCI Psychology
- BPHS Psychology (Honours)
- BSCH Psychology (Honours)
- BCNM Public Relations
- Bachelor Surveying
- BCNM Television and Radio
Business & Management (40)
- Associate Degree Construction Management
- BCNM Journalism Extended
- BCNM Marketing
- MRES Master of Research
Medicine & Health (39)
- BBSC Biomedical Sciences
- BSCI Counselling
- B.Sc. Food Science
- BSCI Human Physiology
- Bachelor Human Services (Honours)
- BHEH Midwifery (Honours)
- BNSG Nursing
- BHEH Nursing (Honours)
- BPSC Paramedicine
- BSCI Psychology
- BPHS Psychology (Honours)
- BSCH Psychology (Honours)
- BSES Sport and Exercise
Engineering & Technology (35)
- BBSC Biomedical Sciences
- B.Eng. Civil Engineering (Honours)
- Associate Degree Construction Management
- B.Eng. Environmental Engineering
- Bachelor Environmental Engineering (Honours)
- B.Eng. Mechanical Engineering
- B.Eng. Power Engineering (Honours)
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (32)
- B.Sc. Biology
- B.Sc. Biology (Honours)
- BSCH Chemistry (Honours)
- BSCH Computing (Honours)
- Bachelor Geographic Information Systems
- B.Sc. Mathematics
- B.Sc. Physics (Honours)
- BSCH Psychology (Honours)
- Bachelor Wildlife Management
- BSCI Wine Science
Humanities (30)
- BGEN General Studies
- B.A. Journalism Studies
- B.A. Legal Studies
- Bachelor Music Major Music Practice
- BCAH Theatre (Honours)
- Bachelor Theatre Major Theatre Making
Arts, Design & Architecture (26)
- BCAH Music (Honours)
- Bachelor Music Major Music Practice
- Bachelor Music Major Musical Communication
- BCAH Theatre (Honours)
- Bachelor Theatre Major Acting
- Bachelor Theatre Major Theatre Making
Computer Science & IT (24)
- BSCI Computing
- BSCH Computing (Honours)
- Bachelor Geographic Information Systems
- MRES Master of Research
- Bachelor Surveying
- Bachelor Surveying (Honours)
Journalism & Media (22)
- BCNM Journalism
- BCNM Journalism Extended
- B.A. Journalism Studies
- BCNM Marketing
- BCNM Public Relations
- BCNM Television and Radio
Law (14)
- L.L.B. Bachelor of Laws
- L.L.B. Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
- B.A. Legal Studies
Education & Training (11)
- BECH Early Childhood
- BEDU Education - Primary
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (10)
- BSCI Animal Science
Agriculture & Forestry (8)
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (4)
Applied Sciences & Professions (2)
- B.Sc. Food Science
Pre-Bachelor's programmes
Applied Sciences & Professions (1)
- Pre-Bachelor Diploma of Human Services and Development
Social Sciences (1)
- Pre-Bachelor Diploma of Human Services and Development
About
History
- Woven into the fabric of USQ is the vision and determination of many University and community members who, over the years, have contributed to the expansion and growth of the University.
- The USQ Historical Archives play an important role in preserving the history and memory of the University. Members of the public are welcome to view the various exhibitions and displays available.
Education
USQ successfully blends access with excellence and is a leading university for student experience and graduate outcomes. USQ aims to demonstrate leadership and innovation in the quality of the student experience and to be a source of graduates who excel in the workplace and develop as leaders.
Research
- Our vision is to employ world-leading research to help create world-changing results. From driverless tractors that help farmers to do more with less, to discovering new planets that will help us better look after our own, we're proud to deliver thinking that works.
- We are committed to performing research that is not only of academic relevance, but is engaging with industry and our stakeholders and contributing to innovation that benefits our communities and the nation.
- Our research is focused on tackling national and global challenges affecting agriculture, natural resource management, and people living and doing business in regional areas.
Career
The Careers & Employability Team offer one-on-one career planning sessions. We can help you to understand how your values, attributes and life experiences contribute to your career goals.
Within our sessions, we can help you to:- develop career management skills
- set goals and strategies to help you with your career decisions
- make sound career decisions and set directions
- discover resources to support career decisions and actions
- plan for employment after graduation.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2021
GSSA 2021
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2021. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
University Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2023
301 100
2022
401 100
2021
501
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2023
452 155
2022
607 129
2021
736
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2022
501 100
2021
601 200
2020
801
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2023
651 50
2022
701
2021
701
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
Academic Board, the principal advisory committee to Council on academic matters, is concerned with monitoring the academic activities of the University’s faculties, and the promotion and encouragement of teaching, scholarship and research. Underpinning this is the role of academic policy development and review. Academic Board is supported by a number of standing committees.
Housing services
- Toowoomba: Our Residential Colleges are located on-campus at USQ Toowoomba. Whether you want the whole package with meals included or to share a kitchen, USQ Residential Colleges offers a great uni experience.
- Springfield: The Education City Residential Village located just 100 metres from USQ Springfield provides a friendly residential community environment. The modern four to seven bedroom townhouses are fully furnished and include appliances. The Education City Residential Village is independently provided and managed by Hive on behalf of Education City.
- Ipswich: Off-campus accommodation at the USQ Ipswich campus is independently owned and operated
Library services
USQ Library provides a supportive, connected and intuitive experience that enables:
- students to develop the confidence, resilience and skills required to reach their potential as engaged, informed and productive citizens, and
- staff to access the tools, supports and systems required to reach their potential as world-class teachers, researchers and professionals.
ICT services
The USQ Wireless Network, run on eduroam, provides staff and students, as well as our guest from participating institutions with internet access across all campuses.
Medical services
- Health and Medical Service
A confidential, accessible, and affordable health service is available to current students and employees. Services include medical services and appointments, pathology services and vaccinations.
- Health and Wellbeing Network
Student Life
Campus life
- USQ Toowoomba
- USQ Springfield
- USQ Ipswich
- USQ Hub@Stanthorpe
Sports facilities
The Works health and recreation club located at each campus, offers an extensive free weights area, large cardio area, skills zone area, creche and a variety of classes as well as Personal Trainers to assist with fitness and health needs.
Student clubs
Clubs and societies are a core part of student life at USQ, bringing together vibrant and diverse communities and providing opportunities for current USQ students. Each of our clubs has a purpose and it is likely there is one focused on something you are passionate about. By joining even one of the many clubs available, you will not only have the opportunity to create great friendships, capture lasting memories and have a blast, but you can also build skills that will help further your career.
Accreditation
The University of Southern Queensland is accredited by the US based Distance Education Training Council (DETC), US Department of Education and Council of Higher Education (CHEA) and the US Department of Education.
Student Reviews
A roller coaster
Anonymous rated 1 out of 5 stars
Before Covid we were allowed on campus like all university and I throughout my first year I passed all my subjects didn’t fail anything but as Covid hit and things became online I began to struggle and especially with the lockdowns I found myself barely studying but when I did get the chance to I studied but what I found lacking was communication between the uni and myself...
Good experience
Bhawna Kapoor rated 4 out of 5 stars
All over it is a good experience. Just facing some issues when start enrolling. Even not getting fast revert from support.
Creative Art at USQ
Janice Mills rated 4 out of 5 stars
I had fantastic, enthusiast and informed supervisors who did their best to ensure that I produced an academically rigourous and creative body of work and exegesis. The only thing I would have liked is a bit more Zoom time with them.
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