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 40th 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.
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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.
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:
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.
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.
Streams include:
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.
Applications for UQ College’s Online Bridging Courses in Pure Mathematics (Mathematical Methods) and General Mathematics are now open.
Courses commence on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month and students have up to 12 months from the commencement date to complete the course.
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.
A$32,028 Undergraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
UQ College recognises the financial challenges faced by many students and works hard to provide accessible pathways into higher education for students.
To support international students from diverse backgrounds to pathway to The University of Queensland, UQC offers the Foundation Program High Achiever Diversity Scholarship. The scholarship is granted automatically, so students do not need to apply directly.
This scholarship offers eligible students a 20 percent reduction in tuition fees for the semester two (2025) and semester one (2026) intakes. To qualify for the scholarship, students must meet the eligibility criteria, which include:
UQC offers a range of pathways for students aiming to progress to UQ, as well as standalone English study. Entry requirements vary between programs:
Applicants need to meet both academic and English language entry requirements. A minimum overall IELTS score of 5.5 with no sub-score lower than 5.0 (or an equivalent qualification) is required.
If students do not meet the English language proficiency requirements, they may have the opportunity to package an Integrated English program with the Foundation Program or complete the standalone Integrated English program.
Students need to meet the academic requirements for their UQ program and have a minimum overall IELTS score of 5.0 with no sub-score lower than 5.0 (or an equivalent qualification).
International students must:
Students need a minimum overall IELTS score of 3.5 with no sub-score lower than 3.5 (or an equivalent qualification).
If students have not completed an English language proficiency assessment at the time of application, they can take the UQC placement test so that they can be placed in the correct class level.
The UQC Foundation Program enables international students to meet the entry requirements for their chosen UQ undergraduate program. When students are accepted into their Foundation Program, they receive a conditional offer for their chosen undergraduate program.
Students can choose between the Standard Foundation Program (10 months) or the Accelerated Foundation Program (4 months).
Both programs include 20 to 25 hours of class contact per week. Students study five courses for the duration, including two core courses (Academic English and mathematics) and three electives based on the target undergraduate program.
If students meet the academic requirements for entry into a UQ program but still need to meet the English language proficiency requirements, they can package bridging English with their program.
Depending on their existing level of English and the entry requirements for their program, students may be required to study bridging English from anywhere between 10 and 30 weeks.
Bridging English offers two options:
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