Quick Summary
Public in Rockhampton, Australia — Central Queensland University Australia (CQUniversity), est. 1967. Ranked #495 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 30000 students including 35% from outside Australia. Known for strengths in Nursing, Hospitality and Leisure Management, Agriculture and Forestry, it maintains an acceptance rate of 75%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Highly flexible study options, high graduate starting salaries, and multi-city campus locations
Subject Strengths
NursingHospitality and Leisure ManagementAgriculture and ForestryEnvironmental Sciences
Founded1967
TypePublic
Total Students30000
Intl Students35%
Faculty Ratio28
CampusMulti-campus
Campus Size300 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsCentral Queensland Hospital and Health Service
AccreditationTEQSA, AACSB, Engineers Australia, Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#495
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601-800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801-900
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, TAFE, Research, Certificates, Diplomas
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Centre for Intelligent Systems, Centre for Railway Engineering, Appleton Institute
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
TEQSA, AACSB, Engineers Australia, Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate75%
IELTS6
TOEFL75
Min GPA2
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · October 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · February 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Highlight work experience for postgraduate applications and ensure all English proficiency documents are certified.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Australian Dollar
UG Tuition
A$31,500/yr
per year · AUD
Living Cost
A$24,505/yr
per year · AUD
PG Tuition
A$36,800/yr
per year · AUD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
A$56,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · AUD
Scholarships AvailableInternational Student Scholarship, Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship, Destination Australia Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$5,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Postgraduate, TAFE, Research, Certificates, Diplomas programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Information Technology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Business Administration | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Physiotherapy | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$58,000
Average Salary After Graduation
86%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementYes
Industry Connections
Strong links with Rio TintoQueensland Railand various healthcare providers
Notable Alumni
Wayne Blair, Julian Assange, Anna Meares
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Gymnasiums, swimming pools, tennis courts, basketball courts
Student Clubs
CQUni Student Association, over 50 registered clubs
Library Resources
Extensive digital collection and physical libraries across 10 campuses
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available