The University of Queensland Courses 2027: Popular UG, PG, & Certificate Courses

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

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.

The duration of the University of Queensland MBA program is 1 year (full-time). International students can apply for the programme by 31 Oct, 2026 for semester 1.

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

The level of English required depends on the programme in which students are applying. To be eligible for entry to most UQ programs, you need to meet our minimum English language requirements (overall IELTS of 6.5 and 6.0 in all sub-bands or equivalent). For some programs, you must meet higher than usual English requirements.

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 - 

• Graduation rates 
• Peer assessment 
• First year retention rates 
• Student faculty ratio 
• Standardized tests and more 

University of Queensland is ranked #5 at national level and #56 in world by Shiksha Popularity Ranking. The university is ranked #43 under Best Global Universities and #5 in Best Global Universities in Australia by US News and World Report. Times Higher Education has ranked the university #77 in world university ranking and #5 in Australia ranking. Apart from this, QS World University Rankings 2025 is #40 which is slightly better than the 2024 rankings.

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. 

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:

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.

The Uni of Queensland is home to the largest no. of Engineering study options, with 6 core specializations and 12 majors. Bachelor's of Engineeing course of UQ is 4 years.

• In terms of rankings, the University of UQ ranks at #1 in Queensland for Engineering and Technology. 
• The tuition fee for this course is AUD 60,952 (Around INR 41 L)
• After this course, students can opt for varied job roles like Civil Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Mining Engineer, etc. 

The University of Queensland University rich alumni network include more than 350,000 members all over the world. Queensland University alumni network include famous personalities, mentors, innovators, and more. Some most popular notable alumni at QU are Quentin Bryce, Geoffrey Rush, Kate Morton, etc.

University of Queensland has a rich alumni network all over the world. Some popular names to have studies at Uni Queensland are mentioned below:

• Bernard Fanning
• Bill Hayden
• Kate Morton
• Madhan Karky
• Dami Im
• Clive Palmer
• Geoffrey Rush
• Elton Mayo

University of Queensland UG placement rate is 81%, and the graduates found employment within few months of graduation. The University of Queensland PG placement rate is 86%. A lot of companies functioning within Australian boundaries or internationally hire UQ graduates annually. For more employer and salary-related details, students can check out the University of Queensland placements.

Women in Engineering Program, formed in February 2013 in partnership with Rio Tinto and members of the Australian Power Institute (API) and the Australian Petroleum Production and Exploration Association (APPEA), is an initiative taken by the University of Queensland. The programme encourages women to pursue Engineering and build an impactful career for themselves. Currently, the programme is supported by 10 partners.

The scholarship application for MBA scholarship at the Uni of Queensland is closed. This scholarship is for international students. This is offered as per the academic merit. Duration of the scholarship is 18 months. The scholarship value is 25% off the tuition fees. 

Yes, the University of Queensland offers more scholarships than any other university in Australia. UQ also provides country specific scholarships for Indian students and this makes their studies much more easier as a significant portion of tuition fee gets reduced. Students are advised to check out the table below for the University of Queensland scholarships for Indian students:

Also, check out the Australia Scholarships for International Students 2026-27.

Those who want to apply to the Uni of Queensland can either submit the application directly or via approved agent. For admission to the UG courses, the studens must have completed Class 12. Whereas for admission to the PG courses of Queensland Uni, the students must have a Bachelor's degree. 

Uni Queensland assesses each application on a case-by-case basis. The time it may take to receive an admission decision may vary depending on the program.

Most applications at Uni Queensland are processed within 4 weeks. Students can check the status of their application via the Uni Queensland online portal or contact a Shiksha Study Abroad counsellor.

At the University of Queensland, all Indian students are required to submit their English proficiency exam scores as an admission requirements, in order to get enrolled in the university. UQ accepts all the major English exam scores and students can refer to the table listed below for minimum score requirements-

Yes, tuition fees for Indian students does change annually at Queensland Uni. The fee is adjusted to make up for inflation and rising costs. The overall tuition costs of a programme can change if the course load varies or if specific courses have different tuition rates.

Check the course page of Queensland Uni on Shiksha Study Abroad for the latest tuition costs.