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University of Queensland application deadline for international students is May 31, 2026 (tentative), for semester 2.

The University of Queensland Courses & Fees 2026

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(56 courses)
INR 22 L - 49 LGet Fee Details
Duration12 months-24 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, TOEFL: 87 - 100, PTE: 64 - 72
MBA/PGDM(34 courses)
INR 21 L - 45 LGet Fee Details
Duration1 year-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, TOEFL: 87 & Above, PTE: 64 & Above, GMAT: 550 & Above
MIM(33 courses)
INR 21 L - 38 LGet Fee Details
Duration1 year-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, TOEFL: 87 & Above, PTE: 64 & Above
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Q:   What is the minimum IELTS score for University of Queensland?
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The minimum IELTS scores depend on the level an international student is applying for at the University of Queensland. However, to become eligible for most of the UQ courses, the students would generally need an overall IELTS score of 6.5  and a  6.0 in all the other strands which are Reading, Listening, Reading and Writing. 

Other than IELTS, international students can also opt to go for exams given below, they would require minimum scores in these as well -

 

Q:   What is the acceptance rate for University of Queensland for Indian students?
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The University of Queensland does not specifically mention its acceptance rate but as per an unofficial source, it stands at 40%. It makes it a little competitive for Indian students. 

To get admission, international students will require a really good academic background, English language proficiency like a IELTS score of 6.5 at least, a UG degree and a good performance in entrance exams. 

Q:   Is UQ easy to get into?
A: 

The University of Queensland acceptance rate is only 40%. This means that out of every 100 applications, the university has rolled out offers to only 40 students. 

So, No! UQ is not easy to get into. International students are required to have a strong academic background along with good English langauge proficiency to get in. 

Q:   What is the minimum GPA for University of Queensland?
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Queensland University is one of the top universities for higher education in the Australia. International students must meet all the admission requirements at the university. International students must have a minimum GPA of 4 to enrol at the university. International students whose native language is not English must submit proof of English language requirement at the university.

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The University of Queensland Fee Breakdown 2026

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Q:   Is the University of Queensland ranked in 2026 recently?
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Yes, QS has ranked the University of Queensland in the year 2026. As per the Quacquarelli Symonds Rankings, UQueensland has been ranked #42 in 2026. The ranking has declined two places from #40 in 2025.

As per the 2025 rankings, the UQueensland is among the top 50 ranked courses for Art and Design, Engineering and Technology, Global MBA, Architecture and Built Environment, and Mathematics.

Many courses offered by the University of Queensland are among the top 50 ranked courses

Q:   How much does the University of Queensland cost for international students?
A: 

The University of Queensland costs depend on the students lifestyle preferences and programme fees.  The tuition fees at the university vary from INR 8 L to INR 54 L for first-year.

Applicants must have a minimum of AUD 29,710 or INR 16.12 L to cover the cost of living for a year in Australia. Fully catered accommodation, including utilities (gas, electricity, water) and meals at St Lucia costs vary from AUD 559 to AUD 752 per week.

 (AUD 1 = INR 59.63)

Q:   How much does it cost to study MS in Data Science at the University of Queensland?
A: 

The University of Queensland fees for MS in Data Science is around INR 33 L for first-year. The table below includes complete first-yaer cost of stuyding MS in Data Science at the university - 

Fees componentsAmount (for 1 year)
Tuition FeeINR 33,21,964
Hostel & MealsINR 16,90,050
InsuranceINR 37,307
TransportationINR 72,097
Application FeeINR 8,583
Mandatory FeesINR 65,860
OtherINR 18,883
Personal/Miscellaneous ExpensesINR 58,364
Total approximate feesINR 52 L (Approx)
Q:   Why study MBA at the University of Queensland?
A: 

The University of Queensland MBA programme is ranked as one of the leading MBAs worldwide and number one in the Asia Pacific region. The UQ Business School ranked among the top 100 MBA schools in the world and among the top 10 MBA schools in Australia. The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a Masters-level general business degree that helps to become a successful business leader.

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4.3/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 50% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Academically oriented
Friendly
Multi-dimensional
Fun loving
Internships3.7
Part time work4.2
Post study jobs3.9
Quality of faculty4.5
Student Life4.6
Value for money4
Public transportation4.6
Safety4.9
Indian Food4.1
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Master of Business (2 year) - Batch of 2025
4.3
Very safe and secure campus.
Tips: Before coming they should know how to manage time, case opportunities and ask for help when needed, as the first few months would be really stressful. The excess number of facilities can be overwhelming; however previous research on facilities, cost, transportation and accommodation can help lessen the burden. I got an International High Achievers scholarship which roughly helped reduce the burden by 25%. I am satisfied with the growth as an individual however, comparing with other courses, I definitely feel that the lack of internship or real-life learning definitely hurt in the long-term.
Dislikes (Internships): There are very few opportunities for internships in this course; getting paid or unpaid internships is really hard. One can try for external internships; however, without proper past experience, it is really tough to get any. Due to visa limitations and future rights uncertainty, companies hesitate to choose students at first glance.
Total Monthly ExpenseAUD 2500
Prepping time for classes16 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryAUD 6600
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Master of Food Science and Technology (2 year) - Batch of 2025
4.7
The university of Queensland is very student-friendly and has lots of clubs and events.
Tips: The University of Queensland is mainly research-based, but it also teaches you to be industry-ready. There is a high achievers' scholarship available for Indian students, and a professional experience course that is basically an internship placement course that can really help you step into the industry. You should check to see if your course has it for better post-study placement options.
Likes (Public transportation): The public transportation is nearly free, which is the cheapest in Australia, but bus frequency and range are an issue. You might have to change multiple buses if you live in a cheaper location away from the city. I recommend staying near the campus, so you don’t miss out on campus activities.
Dislikes (Student Life): The campus is open 24 hours for students. We also have good libraries and tons of research materials. Also, the university is very beautiful. They have student activities, wellness sections, and free food. Multicultural events are organised, and there are over 200 clubs for students who enjoy different sports and ethnicities.
Total Monthly ExpenseAUD 1500
Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryAUD 70000
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Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) - Batch of 2027
4.8
There are lots of events too, and they even celebrate Indian festivals.
Tips: I have had a great transition. I have become so self-independent. I try to do all my work by myself. I didn't experience a cultural shift as I found people like me. Their company never makes me feel like I am far away. I did not get any scholarship.
Likes (Student Life): I love spending time at the college; the campus is beautiful and the library is the best. There are lots of events too, and they even celebrate Indian festivals. I performed an Indian ghoomer, and I also volunteer. There are over 100 clubs there.
Dislikes (Indian Food): The restaurants around provide more Thai and Mexican food, with less Indian food to be found. Food costs at least $10. I prefer to cook my own food, as I love cooking, and I can get Indian groceries easily. It saves me money and gives me the taste of India, so I don't have to adjust to new cuisine.
Total Monthly ExpenseAUD 1775
Prepping time for classes19 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryAUD 68850
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Master of Biotechnology Research Extensive - Batch of 2023
4.4
An academically focused university with a fun campus life.
Tips: There are multiple scholarships that can best suit you if you are looking for one. Keep an eye out for the right one for you. The bit that was challenging was food. You get Indian options here, though not every place is as nice as home. You need to keep pace with it and make your own stuff. The university campus life is great. We have many activities and events on campus. We also have student bodies that look after those events.
Likes (Safety): UQ has a dedicated service for campus security that runs safety buses around the campus. They also offer a chauffeur in case you need someone to walk you to a place where the safety bus does not go. On-campus accommodation is fully secure, and so is the library.
Dislikes (Internships): The help available is limited to how the application goes, but it doesn't assist in securing one. My field of study is currently experiencing a setback, and is mostly selective hiring from the current employee network only. The number of graduates far exceeds the number of jobs.
Total Monthly ExpenseAUD 1750
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryAUD
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Master of Biotechnology (2 year) - Batch of 2026
4.5
UQ - a well rounded university with great faculty.
Tips: When you're transitioning from India's universities to Australia's, it takes time. Once you're settled in, though, it gets easy. You just get used to the things around you. Be smart. Be organised, have a rounded personality, and everything will be fine. For international students, you can use the IAS scholarships. The student fees are very expensive, but the quality of the education is great. The professors and the teaching staff are well-experienced, so they're really helpful. The assignments, while practically oriented, can be boring. The country and the universities have made me happy. Getting a part-time job will be tough initially, but networking is the key. It also helps to get to know more people. I took advantage of being in another country, and now I've mingled with people from all over the world who are in all kinds of courses. Don't stick to your friends from home or anyone who's Indian.
Total Monthly ExpenseAUD 2650
Prepping time for classes27 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryAUD 85475
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Master of Data Science (2 year) - Batch of 2026
3.9
Great university to study in, good crowd too.
Tips: When you come to this university be willing to do everything yourself. You'll be better off if you come here with no expectations but you should know that if you put your mind to it there’s a lot you can accomplish. Also prepare to move around if you are an international student. There are many student jobs but don’t expect to live luxuriously. Student accommodation is expensive so you might consider moving to an inexpensive locale for six months before moving into the university.
Total Monthly ExpenseAUD 2400
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryAUD 73650
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Q:   How much does University of Queensland cost to international students?
A: 

The cost of attending University Of Queensland can vary depending on the main factors, such as course level of study (UG and PG), individual spending and many more. However, International students considering this university could be a little higher than compared to Australian citizens. Below is the cost of tution fees of it's courses. For Undergraduate the 1st year tution fees is INR 18L- 23.6L ( this is for bba, might change for other courses). The cost of 1st year tution fees for postgraduate students is INR 14.6L- 35.7L

Q:   What are the popular programs at University of Queensland?
A: 

The US news has ranked  University of Queensland courses among the top 100 programs in the world. Below are some of the popular courses at the University of Queensland for students who wish to study in Australia at the university.

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Popular courses (top 100 in the world)

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Arts and Humanities

Chemical Engineering

Clinical Medicine

Computer Science

Economics and Business

Social Sciences and Public Health

Q:   How long is the University of Queensland MBA?
A: 

The duration of the University of Queensland MBA program is 1 year (full-time). International students can apply for the programme by 10 Jul, 2026 for semester 2.

The PG Diploma and PG Certificate offer students alternative pathways to the MBA. Students can apply for the programme by meeting the admission criteria.

Q:   What months are the University of Queensland intakes?
A: 

For international students, there are 2 main intakes at the University of Queensland. They begin in the months of February and July per year. These two intakes are considered the major ones when most of the UQ courses get available for students to apply. 

International students should start applying for all the UG programs in semester one. The university starts accepting applications a year in advance, also for honors and PG courses. 

Q:   What are the course rankings at the University of Queensland?
A: 

University of Queensland offers a range of undergraduate and graduate degree courses for international students every year. Some of the most popular courses offered at the university include MS, Biology, Mechanical Engineering, and MBA among others. The rankings of some of the top ranked courses by Shiksha Popularity Rankings and Quacquarelli Symonds are given in the table below:

Course Name Shiksha Ranking 2025Quacquarelli Symonds Ranking 
MS#6#28
Biology #2#59
Mechanical Engineering#5#99
MBA/PGDM#4#81
Q:   Can I study at the University of Queensland without IELTS?
A: 

Yes, students can study at the University of Queensland without IELTS. The university accepts alternative test scores like TOEFL and PTE. Students can also get in if they have a Medium of Instruction (MOI)

Students who have taken IELTS will need a minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 for entry to most courses.

Q:   What is the application fee of the University of Queensland?
A: 

University of Queensland offer admission for Indian students in two semester namely Semester 1 and Semester 2. Queensland University application fee for international students is AUD 150 (INR 9.8 K) for both UG and PG program.

1 AUD = INR 65.58

Q:   Can I change my major at UQ Australia?
A: 

Yes, students can change their major at Uni Queensland. To do that they can contact their academic department via email or phone. The academic advisor would then provide detailed information on how one can change their major at Queensland Uni Australia.

Q:   What is the University of Queensland QS Ranking 2026?
A: 

The Queensland University QS Ranking 2026 is #42 among universities globally. It has maintained its standing as one of the top 50 universities in the world for the 3rd year straight.

Here is how QS World has ranked Uni Queensland in recent years - 

Year202620252024
QS World Rank#42#40#43
Q:   Is the University of Queensland a good place to study Business or Law?
A: 

Yes, Queensland Uni is one of the best universities to study Business or Law in Australia. Here is how it ranks for Business and Law programs across platforms -

PlatformStream202620252024
THEPG Business and Economics#56#65#74
THELaw#101#95#74
QSGlobal MBA#99#81#75
QSLaw and Legal StudiesTBA#61#52
Q:   What is the ranking of Engineering specialised courses at the University of Queensland?
A: 

Engineering at the University of Queensland is ranked #6 by Shiksha Popularity Ranking, and #75 by THE (Times Higher Education). Ranking for specialised Engineering is given in the below table - 

Ranking Bodies

2024

2025

2026

THE (Times Higher Education) - Engineering

#58

#68

#75

QS - Engineering and Technology

#78

#68

TBA

QS - Mechanical Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering

#97

#99

TBA

THE (Times Higher Education) - PG Computer Science

#126

#101

#126

Q:   What facilities are available at the University of Queensland campus?
A: 

University of Queensland campus offers various facilities to international students. This includes transport and parking which consists of parking, public transport, campus buses, car sharing; student resources including computer facilities, transcription services, library support services; support services to disabled students campus safety measures such as safezone app to report any incident, after-hour safety bus, security patrols, CCTVs on the campus, Wifi; food, vending machines, shops; sport facilities, accommodation, community gardens, etc.

Q:   Is University of Queensland campus safe for Indian students?
A: 

Australia is generally considered a safe country for Indians.The University of Queensland ensures that they make the campus safe and secured for the students. Students have access to a Safezone app which will help them connect with security department in case of any emergency. The university also organises personal awareness safety program to educate students on safety.

Q:   What date does UQ start in 2026?
A: 

The students can apply for two semesters at the University of Queensland which are semester 1 (February) and semester 2 (July).  

International students are advised to apply early, as the seats for UQ admissions fill really fast

The dates for UQ admissions are given below - 

The University of Queensland UG Semesters

Admission Deadline

Semester 2

May 31, 2026

Semester 1

Nov 30, 2026 for 2027 admissions

Q:   Does Queensland University offer scholarships?
A: 

International students wanting admission to UG or PG degrees can apply for the University of Queensland scholarships. There are around 11 scholarships at the university available for students. The table below includes the Queensland University scholarships for students -

University of Queensland ScholarshipsAwards
UQ International Student ScholarshipsLiving Expense, Accommodation, etc.
Destination Australia Scholarship (Queensland)Tuition & Fees
UQ International High Achievers Award - IndiaTuition & Fees
Women in Economics and Finance PGT ScholarshipTuition & Fees
Q:   How do I get into University of Queensland?
A: 

To get into the University of Queensland, Indian students are required to meet the UQ admission requirements. Those requirements are given below - 

  • A minimum GPA of 4.5 on a 7.0 scale for PG courses
  • A minimum score of 75 to 80% for UG courses. 
  • IELTS: 6.5 - 7,  PTE: 64 & Above,  TOEFL: 87 & Above
  • SAT with a typical score range of 1150 to 1350
  • Extracurricular activities may be helpful
Q:   What do you need to get into the University of Queensland?
A: 

International students would require a strong academic background, great English language proficiency by taking tests like IELTS, TOEFL or PTE and meet any other course specific admission requirements that UQ may ask for. Look at the list of UQ admission requirements given below - 

  • A minimum GPA of 4.5 on a 7.0 scale
  • IELTS: 6.5 - 7,  PTE: 64 & Above,  TOEFL: 87 & Above
  • SAT with a typical score range of 1150 to 1350
  • Extracurricular activities may be helpful
Q:   What is the hardest degree to get into at UQ?
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All the UQ courses can be considered a little competitive to get into but the the hardest ones are Dentistry and Veterinary Science. It is also a highly ranked program that requires a really good student profile. Given below are the admission requirements - 

  • High scores in the Indian class 12 
  • Prerequisite subject in previous education like Chemistry, Math B and Biology, or Physics 
  • English language proficiency with an IELTS being 6.5 overall band score
  • Application submission via the UQ International application portal
Q:   What GPA do you need for UQ?
A: 

To get into the University of Queensland, international students are required to meet the academic requirements, like having a good GPA or a percentage. These students would generally need -

  • A minimum of 75 to 80% in Class 12th for UG courses 
  • Around 4.5 GPA on a scale of 7.0 for the PG level course

Other than the mentioned requirements, Indian students are also required to meet the English language proficiency requirements

Q:   What documents are needed for the University of Queensland?
A: 

To apply to the University of Queensland, international students need to submit certain important documents. Those include the academic documents like the transcripts, the copy of the passport, GMAT or GRE score card, IELTS TRF and more. 

Look at the checklist given below - 

University of Queensland UG Application

University of Queensland PG Application

Academic Transcripts (Of all the completed courses and grades for all semesters)

Transcripts

A copy of a valid Passport

GMAT or GRE

English language proficiency tests (TOEFL and IELTS)

Work experience letter

Health Insurance

Letters of recommendation

A completed visa application

TOEFL or IELTS

Passport-sized photographs

Completed application

Documents like 2 LORs, essays and personal statement

Updated resume or a CV

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As per the US World and News rankings in 2025, the University of Queensland is ranked #43. This is a decline of 2 spots from the year 2024

These rankings have been constantly declining since the year 2023. To derive these rankings, the US World and News rankings use certain factors like - 

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Yes, as per the table given below, it can be seen that the University of Queensland is really popular among international students.

  • In 2024, there were over 57,000 students here out of which over 21,000 were international. 
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If an international student has applied successfully on the UQ Applications portal, then they would receive the decision on the application within 12 weeks. Given below are the important information - 

  • In the meantime, the students can keep checking their application via the portal.
  • The university sen

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Applying to the University of Queensland is not a difficult task but it requires great effort on part of the applicant. The students are required to apply via the official admission portal. Look at the UQ application process given below- 

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Yes, to get admission at UQ as an Indian student, there is a requirement of a Student Visa (Subclass 500) after receiving the Confirmation of Enrolment from the university.

The most important document required to apply for the Australian student visa is a proof of funds (AUD 29,710 or 17.7L per year)

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