University of Southern Queensland (USQ)

We are proud to be ranked Queensland’s number one university for graduates in full-time work^. In just over 50 years as a higher education provider, we have become internationally recognised for our practical, world-class research that delivers high impact solutions, and teaching excellence. 

Studying on-campus at one of our three locations is a rewarding way to undertake a university degree in an innovative and friendly environment. Or you can join more than 75 per cent of our students who study online with USQ, one of the top three Australian universities for online study*. 

In 2016, nearly 30,000 students from 92 countries studied a diverse range of programs through on-campus, online delivery or with overseas education partners. The University has earned an international reputation for the support it provides to overseas students and this was reconfirmed when the University was named the top university in Australia for international student satisfaction by the International Student Barometer survey. 

USQ also achieved the highest possible ratings in Australia for graduate salaries and in the important areas of student support and, for the second year in a row, social equity^.

Recognition

• USQ is ranked number one in Queensland for graduates in full-time work - Graduate Destinations Survey 2014-2016
• USQ is QLD’s number one provider of online postgraduate studies- Department of Education, 2015
• USQ is ranked in the top five MBA programs in Australia - Financial Review Group, 2015
• USQ has 3,500 engineering students with 87 per cent studying externally from 20+ countries.
• The Bachelor of Communications and Media (Public Relations) is accredited with the Public Relations Institute of Australia (PRIA) 
• The Bachelor of Information Technology (except the Data Analytics major) is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) 

Where are we located?

Toowoomba
USQ Toowoomba is the main campus. Offering television studios, a performing arts theatre, science and engineering laboratories and 24-hour access computer laboratories, USQ Toowoomba provides you with the professional experience and facilities your study deserves. USQ Toowoomba campus offers you the benefits of a city environment within a relaxed country atmosphere. Brisbane is approximately 90 minutes’ drive from Toowoomba.  If you are unsure about accommodation, USQ offers you the chance to experience living at the USQ Residential Colleges.

Springfield
With a state-of-the art television studio, a radio station and rehearsal spaces, as well as collaborative teaching rooms, USQ Springfield is a hub for digital production and performance. The Springfield campus also has brand new laboratories for science and engineering which give you opportunities to gain great hands-on experience during your study. Springfield is located just 35 minutes from the CBD of Brisbane.

Ipswich
USQ Ipswich offers facilities for the best experience while studying our Health and Community degrees. Study nursing, sport and exercise science, or psychology whilst experiencing Ipswich’s luxury grand vistas across the city, as well as the graceful mix of historical and modern buildings making up the campus. USQ Ipswich’s library contains one of the most stunning features, a living rainforest. USQ Ipswich is only 55 minutes from the CBD of Brisbane and is easily accessible via public transport.