The University of Queensland

Yes, students can study at the University of Queensland without IELTS. The university accepts alternative test scores like <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/exams/toefl" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TOEFL</a> and <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/exams/pte" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PTE</a>. 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.

Yes, University of Queensland is among the top choices of international students. It is one of the top ranked university in the world, ranking at #40 in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Queensland University student body features 21,000+ international students.

On top of this, the University of Queensland guarantees accommodaion for students. For this, students have to apply as per the accommodation deadline too.  

The Foundation Program at the University of Queensland is designed to help students meet the entry and English requirements for the chosen UQ program. When students are offered a place in the Foundation Program of Uni of Queenland, students will be given a conditional offer for the desired UQ Undergraduate Program. 

A few unofficial sources cite that the University of Queensland acceptance rate is around 40%. This means that this university is selective at the time of admission. So Indian students must have a good academic score.

• For admission to the UG courses of Uni of Queensland, the students must have passed Class 12 with the required percentage for a particular course.
• Whereas for admission to the PG courses of Queensland Uni, the students must have completed a Bachelor's degree with a GPA of 4.5 - 5.0 (varies as per the courses). 

The Uni of Queensland is home to the largest no. of Engineering study options, with 6 core specializations and 12 majors.<a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/australia/universities/the-university-of-queensland/bachelor-of-engineering-honours-be-hons" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Bachelor's of Engineeing course of UQ</a> 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 Business School holds the triple crown accreditation from AMBA, AACSB, and EQUIS. Due to this accreditation, UQ ranks among the Top 1% of the Business Schools worldwide. A few of the rankings for the courses offered by UQ's Business School are-

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

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.

Yes, UQ  provides dedicated support to Indian students to help them find-part time jobs. The university offers targeted services with regards to job searching, resume building, and interview prep.

Students can find several part-time and full-time job listings on the UQ Career Hub. The university also offers several flexible on-campus jobs to allow students work around their class schedule.

<a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/australia/universities/the-university-of-queensland/placement" target="_blank" rel="noopener">University of Queensland UG placement rate</a> 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 <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/australia/universities/the-university-of-queensland/placement" target="_blank" rel="noopener">University of Queensland placements</a>.

The average salary earned by the UQ Australia graduates varies depending on the role. Given below are the average salaries earned by UQ graduates as per their professions:

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-

English Proficiency Exam

Minimum Score Requirements

<a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/exams/ielts" target="_blank" rel="noopener">IELTS</a>  (International English Language Testing System)

6.5 & Above

<a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/exams/toefl" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PTE</a>  (Pearson Test of English)

64 & Above

<a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/exams/toefl" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TOEFL iBT</a>  (Test of English as a Foreign Language)

87 & Above

The University of Queensland MBA is a top-ranked course and in order to pursue this, all the international students must fulfill certain entry requirements listed below-

• Four years of full-time work experience post-graduation
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7-point scale
• <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/exams/gmat/results-and-scores" target="_blank" rel="noopener">GMAT score</a> (Recommended 550)
• At least 6.5 overall in the <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/exams/ielts" target="_blank" rel="noopener">IELTS</a> test (or equivalent test)

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. 

Yes, the University of Queensland offers more scholarships than any other <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/top-universities-in-australia-articlepage-408" rel="noopener">university in Australia</a>. 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:

Scholarships

Value

Earmarked scholarships scheme

AUD 32,192 per year

Destination Australia Scholarship

AUD 15,000 per year

<a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/scholarships/school-of-chemistry-and-molecular-biosciences-indian-scholarship" target="_blank" rel="noopener">School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences Indian Scholarship</a>

AUD 10,799 per year

The Archibald Scholarship

AUD 10,000 per year

Graduate School Scholarships

AUD 32,192 per year

Also, check out the <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/study-in-australia-scholarships-for-international-students-articlepage-471" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Australia Scholarships for International Students 2026-27</a>.

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, Indian students can get a full tuition refund only if they withdraw from their course before the official census date (usually the first few weeks of the semester) or if the university cancels the course.

After the census date, refunds are rarerly approved except in exceptional circumstances.

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.

For 2027, the University of Queensland Master of Interaction Design tuition fee is AUD 60,952 (Around INR 41 lakh). This is a fairly competitive course as I requires a Bachelor's degree with a 5.0 GPA. Bachelor's degree should be other than-

• Interaction Design
• Multimedia Design
• Human Interaction Design
• Human-Centered Design
• User Experience Design

Queensland Uni Master of Interaction Design course ranks at #1 for Computer Science and Information Systems for 2026. This course can be completed in 2 years. The students of this course will learn the skills that are required in the interaction design industry. A few career roles that students can take up are-

• User experience Designer
• Interaction Designer
• Multimedia Designer

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.

The University of Queensland LLB course is a 4-year program. Also, this university ranks at #1 in Queensland and #60 in the world for Law and Legal Studies in QS subject rankings for 2026. While studying this course, the students are going to learn via-

• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Seminars
• Research experience

The Uni of Queensland Master of Sustainable Energy is a 1.5 year long course. The tuition fee for this course is AUD 60,952. As per QS subject rankings, the UQ Master of Sustainable Energy ranks at #1 in Australia for Environmental Sciences and #18 in the world in 2026. For admission to this course, a Bachelor's degree is required with a 4.5 GPA. 

The Queensland University QS Ranking 2027 is #40 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 - 

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 -

In the QS Global MBA rankings for 2026, the University of Queensland ranking is #99. Whereas in Global ranking of academic subjects in 2025, the Uni of Queensland ranks at #16. While studying this course, students can gain international experience and expand network with optional short term exchanges to partner institutions like Harvard Business school.  

The 16 subjects of the University of Queensland are ranked in the Top 50 QS subject rankings 2026. These subject rankings are-

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.

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.