Applying to USQ

Deciding to study overseas is a life changing decision and our team of agents are ready to guide you throughout your application to study at USQ. If you would like assistance with your study application, or the Australian study visa process, you can find a USQ agent in your region.

• Find the entry requirements for your degree or country specific entry requirements
• Check that you meet our English language requirements
• If you are considering a research degree, check the application steps.

• Learn more about tuition fees, study and living costs.
• Explore our Scholarships offered just for USQ's International students. You can find the list of scholarship for International students, eligibility criteria and closings dates by selecting 'International students' from the 'Scholarship category' drop box on the Scholarships page.

If you have studied or worked previously, you may be eligible for credit or recognition of prior learning. 

You can apply for credit using the online application form.

If you’re applying for credit, you will need to provide further supporting documentation including:

1. A copy of an approved course synopsis for the year in which the subject was successfully completed.
2. If your documents are in a language other than English, you'll need to supply an English translation.  

To support your application to study, you will also need to submit certified copies of: 

• identity documents (passport)
• English language proficiency: if you are from a non-English speaking country, we require evidence of your English language proficiency
• senior high school (A levels / Year 12) certificate and academic transcripts
• all post-secondary study certificates and academic transcripts (if any)
• evidence of work experience (if any).

To avoid any delays in assessment of your application, please submit your supporting documents in scanned colour copies.

There is no application or assessment fee to apply to study with USQ. 

Please note: for African, Middle East and sub-continent countries we only accept applications through agents. For applicants from all other countries, while we still encourage you to apply through one of our agents, you are welcome to apply directly.

Application dates

Semester start dates are:

• Semester 1, 2021 - 22 February 2021
• Semester 2, 2021 - 12 July 2021
• Semester 3, 2021 - 15 November 2021

It is important to apply early, to make sure you secure a place and to allow time for you to make your necessary study arrangements (e.g. visa application, and organise family and work commitments).

Application processing times

Ensuring you have supplied certified and complete information at the time of your application will mean your application to study is processed as soon as possible. 

As a guide, typical application processing times are: 

• Undergraduate and postgraduate applications: allow two weeks from the time all supporting certified documentation is submitted. Where additional assessment is required for course credits and exemptions, this may take longer. 
• Postgraduate research applications: allow a minimum of 25 working days for assessment. This can be impacted by the availability of an appropriate supervisor.

Under 18 applicants

If you are under the age of 18 and applying to study on-campus, you will need to familiarise yourself with our Under 18 International Students Policy before you submit an application. You will also need to submit an Under 18 Accommodation and Welfare Application Form (PDF 177KB) with your USQ application.