Quick Summary
Griffith University is a public founded in 1971, located in Brisbane, Australia. Ranked #255 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 50000 students including 25% from outside Australia. Known for strengths in Hospitality and Leisure Management, Nursing, Marine Science, it maintains an acceptance rate of 50%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Griffith is ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide and is a leader in sustainable development and social impact.
Subject Strengths
Hospitality and Leisure ManagementNursingMarine ScienceLaw and Legal StudiesEducationPerforming Arts
Founded1971
TypePublic
Total Students50000
Intl Students25%
Faculty Ratio24
CampusUrban/Suburban
Campus SizeMulti-campus
Affiliated HospitalsGold Coast University Hospital, Sunshine Coast University Hospital
AccreditationAACSB, Engineers Australia, Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#255
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#251-300
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#201-300
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Research, Diplomas, Short Courses
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Institute for Glycomics, Cities Research Institute, Menzies Health Institute Queensland, Griffith Institute for Drug Discovery
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
AACSB, Engineers Australia, Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate50%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL79
Min GPA2.8
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · June 3
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Submit all documents translated into English, apply early for the Remarkable Scholarship, and ensure your Genuine Student (GS) statement is thorough for visa purposes.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Australian Dollar
UG Tuition
A$33,500/yr
per year · AUD
Living Cost
A$29,710/yr
per year · AUD
PG Tuition
A$37,000/yr
per year · AUD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
A$63,210/yr
tuition + living + essentials · AUD
Scholarships AvailableGriffith Remarkable Scholarship, Vice Chancellor's International Scholarship, International Student Academic Excellence Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$7,500
Financial AidHECS-HELP (for domestic), OS-HELP, Bursaries
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Research, Diplomas, Short Courses programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Hotel and Tourism Management | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Criminology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Dentistry | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Environmental Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Business | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$55,000
Average Salary After Graduation
72%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh - Griffith Industry Pro program connects students with 2,000+ partners
Industry Connections
QantasMarriott InternationalQueensland HealthBrisbane City Council
Notable Alumni
Greg Clark, Katarina Carroll, Steven Bradbury, Sarah Court
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Griffith Sport, Aquatic Centres, Gyms, Athletics Tracks, Tennis Courts
Student Clubs
120+ clubs and societies including cultural, sporting, and academic groups
Library Resources
6 campus libraries, extensive digital repository, 24/7 online study support
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available