UQ College

About UQ College

UQ College (UQC) is an integral part of The University of Queensland (UQ), one of Australia's leading teaching and research institutions which is ranked 40^th in the world (QS World University Rankings, 2025). It supports international students to meet the entry requirements and pathway to UQ, and offers standalone English language programs and study tours. It also provides a portfolio of programs to support domestic students to pathway to UQ.

Located on UQ’s St Lucia campus, UQC students enjoy inspirational surroundings and access to all campus facilities. Students benefit from easy access to accommodation, transport, entertainment and sporting facilities in and around Brisbane, as well as being in close proximity to the famous Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and Great Barrier Reef.

UQC offers a supportive environment with a strong emphasis on academic excellence and skill-building. It has its own learning centre where students can receive one-on-one support from their teachers, learning advisors and student support services. Students have plenty of opportunities to make friends by joining the UQC activities program as well as any of the university’s more than 220 clubs and societies.

Furthermore, UQC offers a comprehensive calendar of extra-curricular activities and workshops to provide an enriching experience for students so they can easily meet people from all around the world. As such, students quickly make long-lasting friendships and connections while studying at a world-renowned university.

Program offerings

Integrated English

UQC offers a suite of English language classes focusing on practical reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.

Streams include General English, Academic English, and Business English. Students can add an elective such as IELTS preparation, Business English or Oral Communication Skills.

Taught in five-week blocks, there are nine start dates throughout the year. Students spend 20 hours in class each week, plus homework.

Online Bridging Courses: General Mathematics or Pure Mathematics (Mathematical Methods) 

Delivered online, these self-paced courses allow students to complete a maths prerequisite from their own home. They have access to weekly online check-ins and learning support from UQ College’s highly qualified teachers.  

While the pace of the learning is completely up to the student, if they invest 3-5 hours of study every week, they can expect to complete: 

• Pure Mathematics in approximately 30 weeks.  
• General Mathematics in approximately 20 weeks.

Study Tours

To enable students to have a taste of what it is like to study and experience life in Brisbane, UQC also offers a portfolio of two, three and five-week study tours. 

Graduate outcomes

UQC is a top provider of English language and pathway programs, and offers the most reliable pathway to The University of Queensland. Studying at UQC enables international students to transition smoothly into programs at UQ, and to markedly improve their English language proficiency.

All UQC students benefit from being fully immersed in campus life from day one of their program, while the college’s mindfully created transfer programs and academic support ensure every learner is well-prepared for further study.

For those who progress to UQ, student and graduate prospects are strong. The QS Graduate Employability Rankings (2022) highlighted UQ as producing the most employable graduates of all Queensland universities.

In 2023, 81 percent of graduates from the university’s undergraduate courses secured full-time employment within four to six months of completing their studies.

Curriculum and teaching quality

At UQC, curriculum and teaching excellence is a priority. Course content is designed with input from UQ academic staff. This ensures alignment with undergraduate and postgraduate program requirements and supports students to be well-prepared for the academic rigour of university studies after they complete their UQC program.

Teaching staff at UQC bring enthusiasm and expertise to their classes and are committed to helping students build confidence and strong academic foundations. All teachers are highly qualified, and many have postgraduate qualifications such as master’s degrees or PhDs. Several also teach in undergraduate and postgraduate programs at UQ.

UQC also emphasises continuous improvement, regularly reviewing course content, teaching methods and assessments to align with best practices. Its approach to tuition and assessment includes using the latest teaching technologies in addition to traditional classroom instruction.

Students regularly engage in hands-on learning and benefit from academic skill-building workshops and small class sizes, which foster personalised learning experiences and close mentorship from UQC’s teachers.

What's new

Integrated English

Streams include:

• General English helps build confidence and the ability to understand conversations, as well as speak and write with more fluency. It is ideal for those who want to learn English for travel.
• Academic English supports those who want to study at university. Students develop their ability to express facts, ideas and opinions in academic writing and presentations.
• Business English develops English skills for business. Students experience real-life business scenarios, become familiar with business terminology and practices, and learn to write real-world business documents.

Study tours

English and Entrepreneurship: 2 weeks

Designed to enhance English language proficiency and introduce students to entrepreneurship concepts. Ideal for business students, working professionals, or anyone with an interest in learning English with a specialisation in entrepreneurship.

Business Communication and Entrepreneurship: 3 weeks

Designed to help students to improve their business English and nurture entrepreneurial ideas and plans. Ideal for business students, working professionals, and those in international business.

English Language and Cultural Immersion: 5 weeks

Combining 20 hours a week of English with a cultural immersion program, students study general English in the mornings and spend afternoons doing cultural activities to get a taste of the Australian way of life. 

Online Bridging Courses

Applications for UQ College’s Online Bridging Courses in Pure Mathematics (Mathematical Methods) and General Mathematics are now open.

Courses commence on the 2^nd and 4^th Monday of each month and students have up to 12 months from the commencement date to complete the course.  

Foundation Program Field Trips

Studying biology as part of a Foundation program includes a multiple-day excursion to a UQ research station, either on the Great Barrier Reef or North Stradbroke Island.