As Australia’s first private non-profit university, Bond University seeks to be recognised internationally as a leading independent university, imbued with a spirit to innovate, a commitment to influence and a dedication to inspire tomorrow’s professionals who share a personalised and transformational student experience.
Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
Bachelor's programmes
Social Sciences (14)
- Bachelor Business-Social Science
- B.Sc. Communication
- B.Sc. Communication (Business)
- B.Sc. Communication-Laws
- B.Sc. International Relations
- B.Sc. Psychological Science
- B.Sc. Social Science
Business & Management (13)
- B.Sc. Actuarial Science
- B.Sc. Business
- B.Sc. Business-Commerce
- B.Sc. Business-Laws
- Bachelor Business-Social Science
- Bachelor Commerce
- Bachelor Commerce (3 Year Program)
- B.Sc. Commerce-Laws
- B.Sc. Communication (Business)
Law (12)
- B.Sc. Business Law
- B.Sc. Business-Laws
- B.Sc. Commerce-Laws
- B.Sc. Communication-Laws
- B.Sc. Jurisprudence
- L.L.B. Laws
Medicine & Health (5)
- B.Sc. Biomedical Science
- B.Sc. Health Sciences
- B.Sc. Medical Studies
Arts, Design & Architecture (4)
- B.Sc. Architectural Studies
- B.A. Creative Arts
- B.Sc. Film and Television
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (4)
- B.Sc. Actuarial Science
- B.Sc. Biomedical Science
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (3)
Engineering & Technology (2)
Humanities (2)
- B.A. Arts
- B.A. Creative Arts
Journalism & Media (2)
- B.Sc. Journalism
Applied Sciences & Professions (1)
- B.Sc. Property
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (1)
About
History
On May 15, 1989, Bond University welcomed its first cohort of 322 students at its brand new, state-of-the-art campus on Queensland’s Gold Coast. Modelled on the traditions of the world’s most elite educational institutions, the vision for Australia’s first private, not-for-profit university was to provide an exclusive educational experience of the highest international standards.
Education
At Bond, you will not become just another student in the background. You are always visible. Your lecturers will know you, your tutors will invest time in you, so your learning will get the attention it deserves. It’s what sets us apart. An individual approach to learning that makes us different from the rest. And it’s why we produce graduates who get noticed above others.
Research
Bond University has established University Research Centres to enhance the University's reputation for quality research output and research training.
Our University Research Centres are interdisciplinary and will substantially enhance the University's research base, research income and profile. We also aim to build strategic relationships with other academic institutions and external partners.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsUniversity Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2020
401 100
2019
501
2018
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.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2020
442 1
2019
443 -12
2018
431
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.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2019
901
2018
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2017
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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.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2020
1133
2019
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2018
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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.
Services
Housing services
Bond University Student Housing caters for both domestic and international students. You may be far from home, but you will never feel alone, surrounded by fellow students who are also getting used to life away from their families.
Students have two options for accommodation while studying at Bond:
- On campus (On campus accommodation is not available to Bond University College English students)
- Off campus
- Studio rooms and apartments- Homestay (Bond University College English students who are under 18 years of age must use homestay)
- Couple, family and share accommodationLibrary services
Bond University Library provides customer-focused, quality innovative services, information resources and programs to support the teaching, learning and research needs of the University community.
Student Life
Campus life
Bond University is the only university campus on the Gold Coast that is located right in the heart of a genuine residential neighbourhood. For students wanting to live nearby, this means there is a wide range of rental accommodation available within walking distance.
Bond University is nestled on the cusp of Robina abutting surrounding suburbs including Varsity Lakes, Burleigh Waters and Mermaid Waters. Getting around is easy with public transport options available including buses, trains, taxis including Uber, and bicycle lanes on most roads.
Sports facilities
Bond University Sports Centre is open seven days a week and membership is included in your Student Activity Fee. In addition to the weights and boxing circuit rooms, they offer a weekly timetable of aerobics, TRX, pilates and yoga classes or you can soothe away the study stress with a spa, sauna and swim in the 50m pool.
Student clubs
The Bond University Student Association (BUSA) makes student life at Bond more rewarding - ranging from enhancing academic pursuits, facilitating sporting involvement and satisfying social necessities. BUSA is a voluntary, apolitical group of elected students here to represent you. BUSA offers a number of services, including clubs and societies, events, student support and external engagement.
Student Reviews
Bond University Review
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
Bond University's small scale class sizes and specialised attention to learning ensured I had ample opportunities to maximise my learning experience.
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
My overall experience was amazing.
Schlorship programme
Anonymous rated 3 out of 5 stars
I have cleared schlorship programm help me finacially to commerce my education. Moreover online which is great convenient for me
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