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- CQUniversity US News & World Report Ranking 2025
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- CQUniversity THE (Times Higher Education) Ranking 2025
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CQUniversityCentral Queensland University Ranking
Central Queensland University located in Australia. The university has been ranked by various ranking bodies globally for its academic excellence, student diversity, job outcomes, and teaching pedagogy.
The university is recognized by Shiksha Popularity Ranking in 2025, listing it at #608, among the top universities in the world. The Shiksha Popularity Ranking also ranks Central Queensland University at #36 for the same year among universities in Australia.
The global ranking of the university has showcased dropped trend from 2025, moving from its previous rank of #594. In 2025, the Central Queensland University also secured a rank of #499 from QS and a rank of #501 from THE (Times Higher Education).
Here are the three-year trends for Central Queensland University rankings from various bodies:
Ranking Body | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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QS | Not Ranked | 551 | 495 | 499 |
THE | 601 | 501 | 501 | Not Ranked |
US News | 1095 | 986 | 827 | Not Ranked |
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#827CQUniversityCentral Queensland University Course Ranking
Central Queensland University offers a variety of UG and postgraduate programs for international students. Known for its academic rigour, the university courses in fields such as Engineering, Business and Management Studies, Medicine and Health Sciences, Science and Nursing, are also highly ranked and top-rated globally. The Shiksha Popularity Ranking ranks Central Queensland University courses in the field of Engineering at #414 in 2025. This ranking has witnessed declined trend in comparison to its 2025 ranking of #382.
The Central Queensland University courses in the field of Business & Management Studies are also ranked by Shiksha Popularity Ranking at #524. Also THE ranks its courses in Business & Management Studies at #401.
Here are some of the top Central Queensland University courses as per Shiksha Popularity Rankings 2025:
Course Category | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
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Engineering | #438 | #382 | #414 |
Business & Management Studies | #447 | #417 | #524 |
Medicine & Health Sciences | #377 | #331 | #378 |
Science | Not Ranked | #503 | #542 |
Nursing | #227 | #128 | #133 |

CQUniversityUS News & World Report Ranking 2025
Ranked by | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
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Global Universities | 1095 | 986 | 827 |

CQUniversityQS Ranking 2026
Ranked by | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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World University | 551 | 495 | 499 |
Medicine | 601 | 601 | – / – |
Nursing | 151 | 151 | – / – |

CQUniversityTHE (Times Higher Education) Ranking 2025
Ranked by | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
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University | 601 | 501 | 501 |
Clinical and Health | 401 | 401 | 401 |
Engineering | 601 | 601 | 501 |
Life Sciences | – / – | 301 | 301 |
PG Business and Economics | 401 | 301 | 401 |
PG Computer Science | – / – | 601 | 601 |
Psychology | 126 | 201 | 301 |

CQUniversityARWU (Shanghai Ranking) Ranking 2024
Ranked by | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
---|---|---|---|
Nursing | 151 | 201 | 151 |
CQUniversityStudents Ratings & Reviews
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Student Forum
Answered a month ago
Central Queensland University, Melbourne, is a renowned university in Australia. This university has a reputation for offering high-quality courses. As per the QS World University Rankings 2026, the university is ranked #499 in the world.
· Central Queensland University is Queensland's only du
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Beginner-Level 3
Answered a month ago
It is possible to get the English language requirement waived off for international students if the following requirements are met:
Waiver Criteria | Documentation Required |
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Completed 5+ years of full-time study in English | Certified transcripts and the Medium of Instruction (MOI) certificate |
Previous qualifications taught in English | Academic transcripts and confirmation of language of instruction |
Secondary or higher schooling in an approved country | School leaving certificates and transcripts |
English test exemption countries | Proof of residency or nationality may be required |
Work experience in English | Employment letters detailing language requirements |
Special Consideration | Supporting documentation as required by admissions |
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
International applicants must meet certain admission eligibility requirements for the MBA at Central Queensland University. Some of the most common eligibility criteria include a bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA, work experience, and English language proficiency.
Refer to the table given below f
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
The Master of Business Administration programme in Leadership lasts for 12 to 18 months in general. It is a full-time course, although it is designed with high flexibility and allows international students to take up to 5 years to finish at their own pace.
Mentioned below are the key details of the M
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
It is not required to show the work experience for all the CQU courses offered at the PG level; however, for the MBA, it is an important requirement. The students are required to have a minimum work experience of 5 years at CQU.
Work experience can enhance the PG application of a candidate further.
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