NCUK University Partner
Queensland University of Technology (QUT)
Queensland University of Technology (QUT) is a young, ambitious university with more than 50,000 students across inner-city campuses in Brisbane, Australia's third-largest city, and host of the 2032 Olympic Games. QUT emphasises practical, hands-on learning and strong real-world industry connections, shaping its curriculum around current industry trends to prepare graduates for their future careers.
Its main campuses are Gardens Point, in the heart of the city on the Brisbane River, and Kelvin Grove, a short distance away. Across its schools, QUT integrates sustainability into subjects as varied as science, engineering, fashion, architecture, business, law and urban development, working towards a low-carbon future.
The university operates an Education Precinct featuring study pods and a large Sphere LED display, along with "The Cube" interactive learning space inside its Science and Engineering Centre. Its Economics and Finance programmes include a Bloomberg Lab with real-time financial data, and faculty regularly hold industry consulting roles that draw students directly into live projects.
Top 1%
World university ranking (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026)
Top 26
Best student cities globally (QS Best Student Cities 2026)
1st
In Queensland for graduate employability, 111th–120th globally (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2024)
International Merit Scholarship
Covers 25% of tuition fees for the full programme, for students meeting minimum academic standards (selected countries and faculties only); recipients join the QUT College of Excellence.
International Talent Scholarship
Covers 20% of tuition fees per semester, for students meeting minimum academic standards (selected countries and faculties only).
Student support and student life
HiQ, the student support team, covers technology, academic and career help, including Student Learning Advisers, free workshops and study hubs, with 24/7 library access. The QUT Medical Centre provides confidential counselling and mental health support on campus, welfare officers offer financial guidance, and free confidential disability advisers are available to all students.
International Student Services arranges welfare support for students under 18 and helps with accommodation.
Accommodation
Student accommodation complexes near Gardens Point and Kelvin Grove include Iglu, Scape, Student One and UniLodge, with pricing and room sizes varying by provider. Residential colleges include meals and pastoral care, and rental options such as shared houses and private apartments are also available.
Facilities
Facilities include collaborative learning spaces, workshops and simulation centres, the Education Precinct with its study pods and Sphere LED display, and "The Cube" in the Science and Engineering Centre. The Economics and Finance Bloomberg Lab gives access to real-time market data, and the university also runs on-campus health clinics and a QUT Moot Court for mock trials.
Careers and industry links
QUT integrates placements, internships and industry projects directly into its courses, and faculty who hold industry consulting roles often bring students into that work.
Sports and sustainability
More than 120 clubs cover sport, culture, music, politics, religion and special interests, with sports including netball, tennis, football, esports, motorsport and swimming, plus a Peer Mentor Program and volunteering opportunities.
Sustainability is woven into the curriculum across science, engineering, fashion, architecture, business, law and urban development, reflecting QUT's stated aim of a low-carbon future.
Veritas Pathways students on the International Foundation Year may progress to Queensland University of Technology (QUT), subject to meeting its academic, English language, attendance and non-academic entry requirements.