Study in Queensland

Studying in Queensland can be an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Overseas students have the options of English Language courses, Foundation (University Preparation) courses and both undergraduate and post graduate courses.

Queensland is in the north-east of the continent, bordering the Northern Territory to the west and NSW to the south. Australia's fastest growing state is home to over 4 million people, taking up around 25% of the continent's area. The state is known as the sunshine state and is situated mostly in the tropics.

Brisbane, the capital, is a cosmopolitan city in the south of the State.The population of Brisbane is estimated at 1.9 million.

The population is culturally diverse. Currently over twenty-six percent of Brisbane's population was born overseas.

Here is some brief information on Queensland

Gold Coast

Queensland's Gold Coast is synonymous with action and adventure. Australia's single most popular vacation playground, the Gold Coast is a resort destination an hour's drive south of Brisbane, tucked between 25 miles of Pacific coastline and a "hinterland" of sub-tropical rain forest, national parks, mountain lodges and the "Koala Corridor," one of the best places in Australia to see a wild koala.

The Outback

Queensland's Outback covers a vast area of sunbaked country in the heart of Australia. Often referred to as the heart and soul of Australia, this vast, red expanse is the oldest part of the Earth's crust.

The Great Barrier Reef

The largest and most complex collection of coral reefs and islands on Earth, the Great Barrier Reef extends for more than 1,250 miles along the Queensland coast. The Reef, as it is known in Australia, covers an area of approximately 100,000 square miles and is comprised of more than 2,000 individual coral reefs and 71 coral islands. It is the largest marine park in the world and in every respect, a natural wonder

Tropical Wilderness

More than half of Australia's rain forest acreage is located in Queensland, ranging from cool, temperate rain forests in the Gold Coast hinterland to wet tropical rain forests in the north. Cairns is the hub for the many attractions and activities of the "Tropical North".

Study in Queensland

It is obvious that Queensland is a provocative location. Fortunately, there is a plethora of schooling options for those who study in Queensland. Students can pick from schools of all sizes and specialties. The University of Queensland is commonly considered one of the top five universities in the country, often appearing in the top fifty of international rankings such as the Times Higher Education Supplement.

With such a distinctive assortment of nature's treasures in the area, the universities in Queensland have a unique appeal. Those who study in Queensland not only benefit from these natural wonders in their free time, but in their studies as well. Many of the universities in Queensland feature innovative environmental programs. Some of the marine studies in particular are noted world wide since students have the option to do first hand work in the Great Barrier Reef. James Cook University is especially well suited for this type of study, with a campus in Townsville, which is often considered to be the gateway to the Reef.

Along with these academic perks, the institutes in Queensland have much to offer in terms of student life as well. Many campus groups take advantage of the fantastic climate and location, with a heavy focus on outdoor activities. For example, the Queensland University of Technology has over seventy student groups, including options for rollerblading, bushwalking, and abseiling. For those who study in Brisbane, the night life is of particular interest, with one of the best music scenes to be found anywhere. Many students who study in Queensland appreciate Fortitude Valley, which host a good assortment of clubs. Queensland has it all and studying in Queensland is one experience that will last a lifetime.