Print versionThere is a range of support and services for UQ's international students.
Student Services produce a guide for UQ international students which covers topics such as studying at UQ, living in Queensland, through to completing your studies and returning home. View the guide here.
Click here for information on changing status from fee paying international to fee paying domestic.
The following services are located on the St Lucia campus but are available to all UQ international students.
- UQ International
- UQ International provides advice on all matters relating to program admission at the University. Click here for information on how to apply for admission to another program at UQ.
- If you are an AusAID student, please visit the International Scholarships Unit within UQ International on Level 2 of the JD Story Building [Building 61 -see map] or email Ausaid@uq.edu.au for assistance and information.
- For all other international student enquiries, including Study Abroad and exchange students, you should visit a student centre for information and assistance.
- UQ International provides advice on all matters relating to program admission at the University. Click here for information on how to apply for admission to another program at UQ.
- International Student Support (ISS)
- The International Student Advisers (ISA) in Student Services understand the needs, concerns and interests of International Students, and provide information and assistance to students from before their arrival to Australia through to their returning home. For further information on how ISA can assist you please visit the Guide for International students website.
- The international student advisors can also put you in touch with University and community national and ethnic associations.
- The International Student Advisers (ISA) in Student Services understand the needs, concerns and interests of International Students, and provide information and assistance to students from before their arrival to Australia through to their returning home. For further information on how ISA can assist you please visit the Guide for International students website.
- Jump Start Academic Preparation Program (JSAPP)
- Student Services runs the JSAPP before the start of each semester for new international students. The program is designed to prepare students academically, socially and environmentally so that they can successfully transition into their degree programs and enjoy their study experience at the University. For more information on the program and registration, please visit the JSAPP page on the Student Services website.
- Learning assistance staff from Student Services will also help you adjust to a different approach to education and provide assistance for effective study and academic writing.
- Student Services runs the JSAPP before the start of each semester for new international students. The program is designed to prepare students academically, socially and environmentally so that they can successfully transition into their degree programs and enjoy their study experience at the University. For more information on the program and registration, please visit the JSAPP page on the Student Services website.
- English language support
- If you require English language support, you are eligible to attend the English for Academic Communication (EAC) courses held each semester by the Institute of Continuing and TESOL Education. Attendance is free-of-charge for international students on all campuses for the duration of their UQ study program.
- The English Conversation Club is a free support service for UQ international student family members, visiting professors, international staff members and research fellows.
English conversation sessions are held at 50 Walcott St, St Lucia, 10am to 12pm Monday, Wednesday and Friday (during school terms only).
For more details, email: englishconversationclub@uq.edu.au
- If you require English language support, you are eligible to attend the English for Academic Communication (EAC) courses held each semester by the Institute of Continuing and TESOL Education. Attendance is free-of-charge for international students on all campuses for the duration of their UQ study program.
- The UQ Union (Contact details)
- An international student representative is available to discuss matters of interest to all international students.
- International students have representation through the UQ Union's International Student Committee.
- An international student representative is available to discuss matters of interest to all international students.
The following services are located at UQ Gatton:
- Student Services
- Student Services at UQ Gatton provides a full range of support services for international students including counselling, learning advice, general support, support for students with a disability and financial assistance.
- UQ Gatton Student Services is located on Level 1, Morrison Hall and is open between 8.30am and 4.30pm, Monday to Friday, telephone (07) 5460 1046.
- Student Services at UQ Gatton provides a full range of support services for international students including counselling, learning advice, general support, support for students with a disability and financial assistance.
- Gatton International Students Association (GISA)
- GISA is a voluntary association made up of community members, staff and students. GISA's objectives are to initiate services and co-ordinate and assist interested organisations in providing services for international students' welfare.
- The Association places particular emphasis on the reception, accommodation, orientation, hospitality and recreational needs of international students and raises awareness of other cultures among international students.
- For more information, contact Vijendra Kumar on telephone (07) 5460 1346.
- GISA is a voluntary association made up of community members, staff and students. GISA's objectives are to initiate services and co-ordinate and assist interested organisations in providing services for international students' welfare.
- English language support
Free English conversation classes are offered to the partners of international students studying at UQ Gatton. Please contact an international student advisor in Student Services for details.
The following services are located at UQ Ipswich:
- Student Services
- Student Services staff at UQ Ipswich provide a full range of support services for international students including counselling, learning advice, welfare assistance, general support and support for students with a disability.
- Located in room 223, Building 8, it is open 8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday, telephone (07) 3381 1011.
- Student Services staff at UQ Ipswich provide a full range of support services for international students including counselling, learning advice, welfare assistance, general support and support for students with a disability.