OverviewCentral Queensland University is one of Australia’s most dynamic universities with a rich cultural diversity. Our students earn quality degrees and benefit from increased job opportunities. Our courses and programs are modelled on teaching and learning excellence, flexibility, and personal service.
CQU has over 24 000 students from over 100 countries. Students succeed because of the five-star quality and relevancy of teaching, learning, research and community programs and services. CQU’s personalised learning support, collaborative partnerships and dedicated staff provide pathways for people anywhere, with different learning styles to achieve, thrive and succeed.
At CQU you have access to the “Real Australia” – the bush and the beach at CQU’s headquarters in Rockhampton. CQU Rockhampton is where the academic management, main library and various sporting facilities of the university are based. The students have the opportunity to get up-close and personal with kangaroos, wallabies and other Australian wildlife that are found on-campus and explore one of the most unique environments offered anywhere in the world.
A leading provider of distance education, CQU also has campuses in Bundaberg, Gladstone, Mackay, and Emerald plus delivery sites on the Sunshine Coast. The University operates international campuses in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Gold Coast and also an offshore teaching site in New Zealand.General StatisticsCRICOS Provider Codes: QLD – 00219C
NSW – 01315F
VIC – 01624D
University location: Rockhampton, Queensland
Campus names: Rockhampton, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Sydney
Campus Names CQU in the cities above
Overseas Students 10,000 (includes all CQU campuses)
Staff 1,500
Total Enrollment 24,000 (includes all CQU campuses)LocationCQU's campuses are located in three Australian states – Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria in nine beautiful, yet diverse, cities. Whether you crave the 'big city' urban experience of our Australian International Campuses with a majority of international students (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Sydney) or prefer the more relaxed regional locations with traditional Australian populations (Mackay, Gladstone, Emerald, Bundaberg), or a combination of both (Rockhampton), at CQU we offer it all. Our Queensland campuses are located on Australia 's tropical east coast - 'where the outback meets the reef' - offering quality service and a multicultural lifestyle.Academic HighlightsCentral Queensland University offers more than 50 undergraduate and 30 graduate programs, including research from three faculties:
Faculty of Arts, Humanities, and Education;
Faculty of Business and Informatics; and
Faculty of Science, Engineering, and Health.
CQU has four research centers and one research institute with the majority of the research conducted is supported within the research centers:
Centre for Environmental Management;
Centre for Railway Engineering;
Centre for Social Science Research;
Primary Industries Research Centre; and
The Institute for Sustainable Regional Development.
Specialist bachelor, master, and doctorate degrees in areas such as business, management, arts, education, engineering, human movement science, and information technology;
Conservatorium of Music located in Mackay;
Three-term year option to help you ‘fast track’ your studies.Research and Internship OpportunitiesResearch
CQU has a commitment to excellence in research and innovation with a particular emphasis on issues that affect the region. CQU achieves relevance in its research goals through linkages with industry, business, government and the community and through collaboration with national and international researchers and research networks.
CQU provides a range of exciting and relevant research opportunities for Masters and PhD candidates and is committed to excellence and quality in the research training experience of its candidates.
CQU has four research centers with the majority of the research conducted is supported within the research centers:
•Centre for Environmental Management
•Centre for Railway Engineering
•Centre for Social Science Research and Primary Industries Research
•The Institute for Sustainable Regional Development
CQU is actively involved in two Cooperative Research Centres (CRCs)
•CRC for Cast Metals Manufacturing
•CRC for Railway Engineering and Technologies
CQU is also involved with community-based research centres
Queensland Centre for Domestic and Family Violence
Process Engineering and Light Metals (PELM) Centre
Koala Research Centre for Central QueenslandUniversity Services and HousingUniversity Services
Students are met by our reception service and transported to their accommodation. A full range of academic and welfare support services is available to international students through CQU Student Services.
A special Orientation program for all international students is conducted at the beginning of each semester. During this time, students are provided with information about living in Australia to help make the transition as easy as possible. Students are also taken on a tour of the local area. In addition, students are encouraged to take part in all the fun and frolics of ‘O’ Week for all students.
Computer labs available for student use 24/7, and email accounts are provided at no charge. An International Student Support Coordinator is available to provide personal assistance throughout the stay. Each new student will be required to attend an interview with the coordinator to assist with academic progression.
The University caters for the needs of students with on-campus facilities including several styles of food outlets, an ATM machine, post office, bookstore, cafeteria, hairdressing salon, library, computer labs, and fitness center.
Housing
Capricornia College located at CQU Rockhampton, offers on-campus accommodation in a safe, supportive and friendly environment. The College houses up to 320 male and female students in single rooms, with shared facilities and all meals provided. Benefits of College membership include academic support services, access to sporting facilities, formal and casual functions/dinners, and recreational and social outings. Other on-campus accommodation is available at CQU Mackay and Brisbane campuses.
If desired, assistance will be given to help students find off-campus rental accommodation close to the University, though transportation will need to be considered. To minimise costs, fully furnished rental accommodation would be preferable but you will need to consider added costs such as linen, crockery and cutlery, or a TV. We can also assist to find Homestay accommodation for students wishing to spend time with an Australian family.Financial Assistance• MBA Scholarship - available to students who wish to study at Rockhampton Campus. Approved candidates receive a 33% reduction to tuition fees for the duration of the program. Students articulating from the Graduate Certificate to the Graduate Diploma in Management through to the MBA, will also receive the same reduction in course fees.
• Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship - are available to newly commencing students for study at the University's Rockhampton and Gold Coast campuses. Each scholarship provides exceptional students with a 20% reduction in tuition fees for the duration of their degree.
• International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (IPRS) - covers tuition fees, Overseas Student Health Cover and living allowance to the value of A$19,616 (2007 rate) per annum for a two year Master or three year Doctoral program. Available at CQU Rockhampton.
• International Postgraduate Research Award (IPRA) - provides tuition free place and a living allowance to the value of A$19,616 (2007 rate) per annum, research support grant and thesis submission funds for a two year Master or three year Doctoral program. Available at CQU Rockhampton. |