Duchesne College, a Catholic College for women, is located in pleasant surrounds within the University of Queensland campus; both undergraduate and postgraduate students of all faiths and cultures are welcome.

The College provides an environment which fosters the development of the individual in relation to the community, and promotes an atmosphere conducive to the living of academic and Christian values.

The College encourages its students to shape their lives by an active faith.

Students learn to appreciate that they are part of a University community through participation in a wide variety of cultural, sporting and social activities organised by the Student Club.

The College is also available for conferences, seminars, retreats and special events during University vacations.

Duchesne was opened in 1937 under the direction of the Religious of the Sacred Heart. The College was named in honour of Saint Philippine Duchesne, a French woman, who was instrumental in bringing the Society of the Sacred Heart to America in 1818.

Duchesne is committed to the development of the student’s full intellectual potential. It is the aim of the College to monitor the progress of students, provide help where necessary and promote awareness and appreciation of academic achievement.