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  • a citizen of Australia or New Zealand,
  • an Australian permanent resident, or
  • a holder of an Australian permanent humanitarian visa.

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  • intending to study on a student visa,
  • not a citizen of Australia or New Zealand,
  • not an Australian permanent resident, or
  • a temporary resident (visa status) of Australia.
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Submit your application

Ready to apply? You need to apply online directly to UQ.

We recommend applying well before the closing date – places in some programs fill up quickly.

You can complete your application yourself or apply through an approved UQ agent near you. Applicants from certain countries must apply through an agent – our online application system will let you know if you need to do this.

We can consider applications up to 2 years in advance, so we recommend applying early. You must leave enough time for UQ to process your application and issue an offer, and for you to organise your student visa.

Step 1: Contact the relevant school or faculty

Consult with the faculty and/or school about:

  • any specific application requirements
  • closing dates
  • research projects
  • potential honours supervisors.

Step 2: Create an account

Register to create an account in UQ applications. If you've registered before, you can log in using your existing email address and password.

If you can't access UQ applications, send us an enquiry to request help.

Citizenship

If you hold citizenship of Australia or New Zealand (including as a dual citizen), select Australian or New Zealand citizen as your citizenship status.

If your citizenship status is international student, you will also need to select your citizenship. If you hold dual citizenship, select the one you will use for your Australian visa application.

Step 3: Start your application

Select 'Start an application'.

Search for the program you want to apply for. Make sure you select the correct program from the results. You can check the program page to confirm the correct program name and code.

Click 'Apply now'.

Step 4: Complete your application 

Complete all details on the application form and upload all required documents. You can save an incomplete form and return later if needed.

On your application, let us know if:

You will need to provide:

  • evidence of your previous study, such as certified copies of complete academic transcripts and/or testamurs for any non-UQ studies
  • a copy of your passport or national ID card
  • evidence that you meet our English language requirements.

Upload documents as PDFs to reduce their file size.

Personal details

Make sure your name, gender and date of birth match your official government documentation.

(You can also provide a preferred name when you apply. If you're accepted to UQ you’ll be able to add or update your preferred name and gender later.)

Program of study

Select your preferred study option. Check the start date to ensure you select the correct intake semester for when you want to start at UQ.

For some programs, you must select a specific major or field of study. Depending on the program, you may be able to select 'Undeclared' if you're not sure what you want to focus on yet.

Programs will be listed as 'full time' if they offer a full-time study option. To see whether the program also offers part-time study, check the duration on the program page. If it's possible to study part time, you will be able to select this if you are offered a place in the program.

For some programs you must select a specific major or field of study. This is also required if you want to be assessed for credit or exemptions as part of your application.

You can also add up to 2 other preferences to be considered for if you're not accepted into your first preference.

Previous study

You will need to provide certified copies of complete academic transcripts for any non-UQ studies.
You only need to submit academic transcripts for non-UQ studies.


Transcripts should list:

  • all courses you studied
  • any degrees or diplomas you received, and the date they were awarded.

If you have completed your studies and the transcript does not state your degree or diploma and the date it was awarded, you must also provide an award certificate or testamur.

If you have not completed your studies, you can provide a current transcript or other evidence (such as a letter of enrolment) when you apply. You'll need to provide a complete transcript as soon as possible.

You must provide a certified copy of each transcript. Transcripts can be certified by an approved UQ agent or other appropriate parties.

If your previous tertiary studies were in Australia or New Zealand, you may be able to share your transcripts online via My eQuals. Otherwise, upload documents as PDFs to reduce their file size.

Step 5: Submit your application

When you're satisfied your application is complete, submit it.

You'll need to pay a A$150 fee for each application you submit. This fee can't be refunded.

You'll receive an email confirming your application has been submitted. Keep this email – you can reply to it if you have questions about your application.

Closing dates

Make sure you submit your application by the closing date:

  • Semester 1: 31 January
  • Semester 2: 30 June.
  • Semester 1: 30 November of the previous year
  • Semester 2: 31 May of the same year.

Some programs have different closing dates – these will be listed on the program page.

We may consider late applications, but this can't be guaranteed.

Step 6: Track or update your application

We will assess your application. We'll contact you if you need to provide any additional information.

After you've submitted your application, you can log in to UQ applications to:

  • track the status of your application
  • upload documentation
  • provide referee details
  • change your preferences
  • withdraw your application
  • accept, decline or defer an offer.

Enquiries

Before you apply, if you have any questions or you would like help with your application, contact us.

Before you apply, if you have any questions or you would like help with your application, you can contact UQ or an approved UQ agent.

After you've submitted your application:

  • For questions directly related to your application (such as questions about updating details, application outcomes or responding to an offer), reply to the confirmation email you received when you submitted your application. If you don't have that email, see how to contact us about your application.
  • For questions about any other aspect of studying at UQ, including program details and study plans, fees and scholarships, or starting study after accepting an offer, contact us.

How we assess applications

We assess each application on a case-by-case basis. Our International Admissions team will review your qualification to check that it meets the requirements of the program you're interested in.

We also refer to the reputation or ranking of your institution and the Department of Education, Skills and Employment (DESE) Qualifications Recognition Service. This ensures your academic background meets Australian standards as well as the subject or discipline requirements of a UQ program.

All UQ qualifications are aligned to the Australian Qualifications Framework.