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UQ College is the exclusive pathway provider Benefits of the UQ College Foundation Program
for The University of Queensland (UQ) - a top Be equipped with the skills and knowledge to
40 university in the world*. Together with the succeed at UQ.
University, we are committed to supporting Participate in small classes of up to 25 students.
you to achieve your educational goals and
Access the exclusive UQ College Learning centre to
make meaningful connections with other study and have one on one consultations with teachers,
students and staff. Learning Advisors, and Student Services.
Practical learning experiences which include laboratories,
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campus and all the facilities it offers. You’ll have easy access
Learn from teachers who are experts in their field,
to accommodation, transport, entertainment and sporting
many of whom teach undergraduate programs at UQ.
facilities in and around Brisbane.
Make new friends and immerse yourself in university life by
joining any of UQ’s 220+ clubs and societies.

* QS World University Rankings 2025

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The UQ College Foundation Program
The Foundation Program is designed to help you to meet the entry requirements for your
chosen UQ undergraduate degree program.

When you are offered a place in the Foundation Program, Program Options
you will also be given a conditional offer into your desired
Depending on your high school academic results and English
UQ undergraduate degree program.
Language Proficiency test results, you can apply for either the
Standard Foundation Program or the Accelerated Foundation
Program. Please check the following pages to ensure you have
met the required academic and English results.
Foundation Program Both the Standard and the Accelerated Foundation Programs
Standard or Accelerated contain 20 to 25 hours of class contact per week (depending

+
our course selection) at the UQ College campus within The
University of Queensland. You will study five courses (subjects)
for the duration of the Foundation Program, which is usually
UQ Undergraduate Program two core courses (Academic English and a Mathematics
Conditional offer course) and three elective courses, based on your target
undergraduate program.
In the semester after your graduation from the Foundation
Program, you will be eligible for entry into UQ*.

* Please note that entry into some undergraduate programs is only available
in Semester One

Standard Foundation Program

CRICOS 110742B

Duration: 10 Months
Commencement at Commencement
UQ College at UQ
17 February 2025 Semester 1 2026
8 September 2025 Semester 2 2026
9 February 2026* Semester 1 2027

Accelerated Foundation Program

CRICOS 110743B

Duration: 4 Months
Commencement at Commencement
UQ College at UQ
17 February 2025 Semester 2 2025
8 September 2025 Semester 1 2026
9 February 2026* Semester 2 2026

* Subject to change

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 Academic Entry Requirements
For entry into the Foundation Program, you must have achieved certain high school academic results.
Please see the relevant section below for the requirements from your specific region.

Region Standard Foundation Accelerated Foundation

Argentina Year 11: 7.0 in Top 4 academic subjects Year 11: 8.5 in Top 4 academic subjects
Australia - Year 11: Completion of Units 1 and 2 with min grade of C in 5 Year 12 – ATAR 55; Units 3 and 4 English/EAL or equiv. with
Queensland general subjects (or 4 general subjects & 1 applied subject); min grade of a high C (60%);
or Essential English is not accepted
Year 12: ATAR 50; Units 3 and 4 English/EAL or equiv. with a
min grade C (50%)
Essential English is not accepted
Australia - Other Year 11: Min 65% in Top 4 academic subjects; Year 12: ATAR 55, Min 60% in English/EAL or equiv.
Min 50% in English/EAL or equiv. Essential English is not accepted
Year 12: ATAR 50, Min 50% in English/ EAL or equiv.
Essential English is not accepted
Bangladesh Secondary Certificate: Secondary Certificate:
Grade A in Top 4 academic subjects Grade A+ in Top 4 academic subjects
Brazil Year 11: Min 5.0 in Top 4 academic subjects Year 12: Min 7.0 in Top 4 academic subjects
GCE O Levels Aggregate score 15 No GCE O level as entry for Accelerated
Min D in English*
GCE AS Levels Aggregate score 7 No GCE AS level as entry for Accelerated
Min D in English*
GCE A Levels Aggregate score 3 Aggregate score 4
Min D in English* Min C in English*
Brunei O Levels: C grades for Top 4 subjects and English* O Levels: B grades for Top 4 subjects and English*
Cambodia Secondary Certificate or O Levels: Secondary Certificate or O Levels:
Grade C in Top 4 academic subjects Grade B in Top 4 academic subjects
O Levels requires min C in English* O Levels requires min B in English*
Canada Grade 11: Grade 12:
70% in Top 4 academic subjects and 70% in English* 85% in Top 4 academic subjects and 85% in English*
Chile Grade 11: Min 4.7 in Top 4 academic subjects Grade 11: Min 5.5 in Top 4 academic subjects
China Senior 2: 70% in Top 4 academic subjects Senior 3: 80% in Top 4 academic subjects
Senior 3: 70% in Top 4 academic subjects
Colombia Year 11: Min 7.0 in Top 4 academic subjects Year 11: Min 8.5 in Top 4 academic subjects
Ecuador Year 11: Min 7.0 in Top 4 academic subjects Year 11: Min 8.5 in Top 4 academic subjects
Hong Kong HKDSE - 10 points (Total of Top 5 subjects from Category A, HKDSE - 12 points (Total of Top 5 subjects from Category A,
B and C) B and C)
or HKDSE English Lv 3*
Form 5: Passing grade average
HKDSE English Lv 2*
India Year 11: Year 12:
CBSE/CISCE: Minimum overall 70% CBSE/CISCE:
HSC: Minimum overall 75% Average 50% in Top 4 Academic Subjects and English
HSC: Minimum overall 55%
Indonesia SMA 2 / MA 2: 75% average of Top 4 academic subjects SMA 3 / MA 3: 70% average of Top 4 academic subjects
SMA 3 / MA 3: 65% average of Top 4 academic subjects
International Year 1 of Diploma: IB Diploma: Aggregate score 22
Baccalaureate (IB) Aggregate score 20 over 5 subjects Year 11 certificate: English grade 5*
or or
IB Diploma/Certificate: Year 12 certificate: English grade 4*
Aggregate score 12 over 4 subjects
Year 11 certificate: English Grade 4*

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 Region Standard Foundation Accelerated Foundation

Japan General Upper Secondary School General Upper Secondary School

Senior 2: Grade 3 in Top 4 academic subjects Senior 3: Grade 4 in Top 4 academic subjects
Senior 3: Grade 2 in Top 4 academic subjects
South Korea CSAT: Total score 260, including Korean Language, CSAT: Total score 270, including Korean Language,
Mathematics and the Top 2 subjects from Science Mathematics and the Top 2 subjects from Science
or Social Studies or Social Studies
Graduation Equivalency Examinations: Graduation Equivalency Examinations:
65% average of Top 4 academic subjects 70% average of Top 4 academic subjects
High School Year 2: GPA 3 (mi) in Top 4 academic subjects High School Year 3: GPA 4 (wu) in Top 4 academic subjects
Macau Form 5: 65% average of Top 4 academic subjects Form 6: 70% average of Top 4 academic subjects
Form 6: 60% average of Top 4 academic subjects
Malaysia SPM: Grade B average in Top 4 academic subjects STPM: Aggregate of 6 over Top 3 subjects
UEC: Grade C8 average of Top 5 academic subjects UEC: Grade C7 average of Top 5 academic subjects
Mexico Secondary High School: 7 in Top 4 academic subjects Secondary High School: 8.5 in Top 4 academic subjects

Middle East Year 12: 80% in Top 4 academic subjects Year 12: 85% in Top 4 academic subjects including one
countries: Mathematics subject and one Science subject
Bahrain, Kuwait,
Oman, Qatar,
Saudi Arabia, UAE
Mongolia Year 11: 70% in Top 4 academic subjects Year 12: 80% in Top 4 academic subjects
Myanmar O Levels: C grades in Top 4 academic subjects and English* O Levels: B grades in Top 4 academic subjects and English *
Matriculation certificate: 60% in Top 4 academic subjects Matriculation certificate: 75% in Top 4 academic subjects
Pakistan Completion of Higher Secondary with Completion of Higher Secondary with
C or 70% in Top 4 academic subjects B or 80% in Top 4 academic subjects
Philippines Senior High School Diploma: Senior High School Diploma:
C or 70% average of Top 4 academic subjects B or 80% average of Top 4 academic subjects
Papua New High School Certificate: High School Certificate:
Guinea C grade in Top 4 academic subjects and English* B grade in Top 4 academic subjects and English*
Russia Year 11: Year 11:
Grade 4 in Top 4 academic subjects Grade 5 in Top 4 academic subjects
Singapore O Levels: C grades in Top 4 academic subjects and English* A Levels: 5 points from Top 3 subjects
English B or above*
South Africa Senior Certificate: Senior Certificate:
Grade C in Top 4 academic subjects and English* Grade B in Top 4 academic subjects and English*
Sri Lanka O Levels: C grades in Top 4 academic subjects and English* O Levels: B grades in Top 4 academic subjects and English*
Taiwan Senior 2: Average 70% Senior 3: 75% average of Top 5 academic subjects
Senior 3: Average 65% GSAT: 30
Thailand Year 11: 3.0 in Top 4 academic subjects Year 12: 3.0 in Top 4 academic subjects
Turkey Year 11: Grade 4 in Top 4 academic subjects Year 11: Grade 5 in Top 4 academic subjects
USA Year 11: GPA 2.9 in Top 4 academic subjects and Year 12: GPA 2.5 in Top 4 academic subjects and
C in English* B in English*
Vietnam Year 11: 7 in Top 4 academic subjects Year 12: 7.5 in Top 4 academic subjects
Zambia Senior Certificate: Grade C in Top 4 academic subjects Senior Certificate: Grade B in Top 4 academic subjects
Zimbabwe O Levels: C grades in Top 4 academic subjects and English* O Levels: B grades in Top 4 academic subjects and English*

GCE Levels: Total 4 (A* = 5, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1) HKDSE Grading Scale: 5*/5**=6, 5=5, 4=4, 3=3, 2=2, 1=1

* Meeting this English requirement waives the ELP requirements listed on page 6.
Conversely, meeting the IELTS requirement listed on page 6 will waive this English requirement.

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 English Level Entry Requirements
In addition to the academic entry requirements, you will need to meet the minimum
English Proficiency Level (ELP).

Minimum Entry Requirement

IELTS TOEFL IBT PEARSON   CAMBRIDGE Option

6.0 (W: 6.0, no sub- 78 (SLR: 17 W:21) 60 (W: 60, no sub-score 169 (W: 169, no sub- Foundation Only: Accelerated
score <5.5) <49) score <162) Foundation Program* +
UQ Undergraduate

5.5 (no sub-score <5.0) 70 (S:15 LR:12 W:17) 49 (no sub-score <42) 162(no sub-score <154) Foundation Only: Standard
Foundation Program* +
UQ Undergraduate

5.0 (no sub-score <5.0) 56 (S:15 LR:12 W:17) 42 (no sub-score <42) 154 (no sub-score <154) Packaged IE Option: Integrated
English + Foundation Program*
(Accelerated or Standard) + UQ
Undergraduate Packaged Program

4.5 (no sub-score <4.5) 46 (S:13 LR:9 W:15) 36 (no sub-score <36) 147 (no sub-score <147) Stand-alone IE Option: Commencing
IE Level 2

4.0 (no sub-score <4.0) 36 (S:11 LR:6 W:13) 29 (no sub-score <29) 142 (no sub-score <142) Stand-alone IE Option: Commencing
IE Level 1

3.5 (no sub-score <3.5) 32 (S:9 LR:5 W:11) 23 (no sub-score <23) 130 (no sub-score <130) Stand-alone IE Option: Commencing
IE Level Prep

Foundation Only: IELTS 5.5 or above If you meet the minimum English and academic entry
(no sub-score <5.0) or equivalent requirements, you can apply directly for a Foundation
Program package with a UQ undergraduate degree.

Standard Foundation Program*

IELTS 5.5 (no sub-score <5.0)
or
Accelerated Foundation Program*
+ UQ Undergraduate Program
Conditional offer
IELTS 6.0 (W 6.0, no sub-score <5.5)

Key: S: Speaking, L: Listening W: Writing R: Reading

*Meeting Academic entry requirements

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Integrated English - Supporting you to meet ELP requirements
If you have achieved the necessary academic requirements You will be studying 20 hours a week, Monday to Friday,
but not met the minimum English requirements, you can plus homework. As part of the program, you will have an
start with our Integrated English program. This allows you opportunity to choose an elective*:
to improve your English at our St Lucia campus, while
receiving all the benefits of being a UQC student. • IELTS preparation   

Integrated English classes will help you improve your • Oral Communication Skills  
Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening skills to set • Business English  
you up for success in our Foundation Program.
* Dependent on student numbers

ENGLISH COMMENCE
LEVEL LEVEL
Package
Option

IELTS 5.0* IE Level 3 20 weeks

Standard
Foundation
Standalone Integrated

IELTS 4.5* IE Level 2 20 weeks Complete ELP

Program
Progress
English Option

or
test to meet
requirements
Accelerated to UQ
Foundation
IELTS 4.0* IE Level 1 30 weeks and apply for
Program
entry into the
Foundation
Program
IELTS 3.5* IE Prep 40 weeks

* Or equivalent Pearson, TOEFL IBT or Cambridge ELP score.

^ Students must be 18 years or older at time of the Integrated English program commencement.
All program durations indicated represent the minimum time needed. Some students may need more time in order to progress.

Package IE Option: IELTS 5.0

(no sub-score <5.0) or equivalent

If you have an IELTS 5.0 or equivalent, you will be able to You will start at IE 3. Depending on how you progress, this
package 20 weeks (minimum) of the Integrated English may also impact the length of time before you start your
program with your studies. Foundation Program.

+ +
UQ Undergraduate
Integrated English Foundation Program
Program
(min 20 weeks) Standard or Accelerated
Conditional offer

Standalone IE Option: IELTS 3.5 to 4.5 Follow these steps:

(no sub-score <3.5) or equivalent 1 Apply for our stand-alone Integrated English program and
notify UQ College in your application that you intend to
Due to the Under 18 supervision requirements, students will continue to the Foundation Program
need to be 18 years old for this option. 2 Progress through the levels to improve your English.
If you do not meet the English requirement for a Packaged 3 Complete an ELP test (e.g IELTS) and achieve the minimum
Option with the Foundation Program, you can still study requirements for entry into either the Standard or
Integrated English at UQ College. Once you have improved Accelerated Foundation Program
your English and have met the minimum entry requirements,
you can then apply separately for the Foundation Program. 4 Apply for the Foundation Program packaged with UQ
undergraduate degree

+
UQ Undergraduate
Integrated English Foundation Program
Program
(min 20 weeks) Standard or Accelerated
Conditional offer

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 Program Structure
All students will study five courses, with Academic English and a mathematics course being compulsory^.

CORE COURSE​S^
Academic English​

General Mathematics
Or
Mathematical Methods*
Note you can only choose one Mathematics course^

FACULTY Faculty of Faculty of Business Faculty of Faculty of Health, Faculty of Science​

Humanities, Arts Economics and Engineering Medicine and
and Social Sciences​ Law​ Architecture Behavioural
(HASS) (BEL) and IT​ (EAIT) Sciences​ (HaBS)
Choose three • Behavioural • Accounting​ • Chemistry​* • Behavioural • Biology​*
electives based Science​ • Business • Design Science​ • Chemistry​*
on undergraduate • Business Management​ • Biology​*
pre-requisite • ​Information • Physics​*
Management​ • Economics​ Technology​ • Chemistry​*
requirements. • Research
​• Humanities and • Research​ • Physics *​ • Health and
Social Sciences​ Nutrition
• Research
• Research​ • Research

Meet the Entry Requirements for your undergraduate degree program

Commence undergraduate study at The University of Queensland​

Core course Electives

Academic English* Generally, it is recommended that you choose courses
that will give you a taste of what to expect in your desired
This core course focuses on developing academic language undergraduate degree program.
skills required to successfully read, write, listen and speak
In addition, some UQ programs require you have completed
in academic contexts. As well as developing fluency
one or more Science courses. Please ensure you check the
and accuracy in each skill, learners will be introduced to
entry requirements at [Link].
core academic literacies including assignment writing,
referencing, critical thinking and oral presentations.
Accounting
General Mathematics This aim of this course is to introduce accounting concepts
and the role of accounting within business. Students will learn
Covering basic algebra, regression analysis, geometry,
how to use Excel to produce financial reports such as
measurement, financial mathematics, statistics, graphs
balance sheets and profit and loss statements.
and network analysis, this course gives you the every-day
maths skills needed for a non-mathematically based
tertiary program. Behaviour Science
As a general introduction to the social sciences, in this
Mathematical Methods* course you will examine human behaviour and the role
that the individual plays in the wider community. The course
In this course students will develop your understanding of
will also address the psychology of the individual, covering
the mathematical concepts of algebra, calculus and statistics
memory, social influence, learning and research.
that will equip you with the necessary skills to solve real-life
mathematical problems. Topics include linear equations, This course is recommended if you would like to pursue
computation, sequences and series, logarithmic functions, a program in the Faculty of Humanities, Arts and
trigonometry, differential and integral calculus, statistics Social Sciences.
and probability.
Business Management
To meet prerequisite entry requirements, this course
is recommended for students wishing to progress into Covering a broad range of management concepts and
Commerce, Science, Biomedical Science, Information business operations, this course helps you develop an
Technology and Engineering programs. appreciation of business principles, planning, marketing,
organisational behaviour and human resource management.
* These courses may be a prerequisite for UQ Undergraduate degree programs. You will apply the theory learnt in class to plan your
Please check the entry requirements own business enterprise in a group.
^ Some undergraduate programs do not require a mathematics course. In this
case, you will study four electives. Refer to [Link] for details.

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Biology* Health and Nutrition
Biology provides opportunities for students to develop their This course introduces the multidimensional nature of health
understanding of cells and multicellular organisms and how and wellbeing, and how it is influenced by diet and exercise.
they regulate their internal environment in response to stimuli. Students will gain an understanding of the function of nutrients
in the body, the challenges facing the food system and how
Students develop their understanding of DNA, patterns of
the body responds to exercise. Students will also apply this
inheritance and the processes and mechanisms of how life
knowledge to develop a personal diet and exercise plan to
on Earth has changed and diversified over time. Students
improve or maintain your own health and fitness.
learn about factors influencing biodiversity and have the
opportunity to investigate several local ecosystems by
attending a field trip to the UQ Moreton Bay Research Station Humanities and Social Sciences
on Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island) or Heron Island.
This course examines topics such as global strategies and
This course is recommended for students wishing to progress perspectives, and creative arts and history to develop skills
into Science, Medicine and Health programs. in critical and creative thinking, research and evaluation,
argument mapping, problem solving and reflective learning.
Chemistry* This course is recommended if you wish to progress to programs
This course introduces the foundational concepts of physical, within the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences.
inorganic and organic chemistry, with a focus on the study of
the structure and properties of materials. Information Technology
Students will develop valuable skills required for scientific In this course students will develop an understanding of the
investigation and critical evaluation and have opportunities to applications of information systems in organisations
experience laboratory techniques and analysis. and the workings of computer hardware and software,
networking, security, database management, and system
This course is recommended for students wishing to progress
development and programming.
into Science, Medicine, Health and Engineering programs.
This course is recommended if you wish to progress to
Design programs related to Information Technology, Information
Systems, Computer Science or Data Science.
This course is an introduction to the fundamental processes
and methods of design that are applied to build environments,
engineering and business disciplines. Students will examine Physics
the work of designers and how they evaluate problems and This course provides the theoretical and experimental basis to
generate solutions. engage in classical and modern understandings of the universe.
Design is recommended for students wishing to progress into You will study force and motion, thermodynamics, electricity,
Architecture, Design, Engineering and Arts programs. gravitational and electromagnetic fields, waves, radioactivity and
modern physics. The practical work in the course will give you
experience in laboratory techniques and analysis.
Economics
This course is recommended if you wish to progress to
In this course you will explore macroeconomic and
Engineering or Science programs.
microeconomic issues and develop an understanding
of how decision makers within the economy (consumers,
firms, governments) use limited resources to satisfy the Research
level of demand. This course gives students the opportunity to research an agreed
Students will also develop an ability to make economic topic of your own choice within a chosen discipline. You will
decisions based on an analysis of economic information. develop practical skills and apply key terminology and principles
that will be able to utilise throughout your tertiary studies.

“Going on the Biology field trip to Minjerribah (North

Stradbroke Island) was an absolute highlight, particularly
as I am planning to study a Bachelor of Wildlife Science at
UQ. We were able to see whales, wallabies and examine the
human impact on the environment. The hands-on activities and
experiments at the UQ Moreton Bay Research
Centre were the best activities.”
Sayuki Kawabata – Japan
Foundation Program Student
 UQ Undergraduate Program
Entry Requirements

Degree Entry Requirement from Foundation Program Prerequisite Courses

Business, Economics and Law

GPA ELP

Bachelor of Business Management GPA 4.0 Academic English min. 5 or equiv. General Mathematical or Mathematical Methods
Bachelor of Commerce GPA 5.0 Academic English min. 5 or equiv. Mathematical Methods
Bachelor of Economics GPA 5.0 Academic English min. 5 or equiv. Mathematical Methods
# Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy GPA 6.0 Academic English min. 5 or equiv. Mathematical Methods
and Economics (Honours)
Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality GPA 4.0 Academic English min. 5 or equiv. General Mathematical or Mathematical Methods
and Event Management
Bachelor of Advanced Business (Honours) GPA 6.0 Academic English 7; or Mathematical Methods
IELTS overall 7 (all bands 6.5) or equiv.
# Bachelor of Laws (Honours) GPA 6.4 Academic English 7; or
IELTS overall 7 (L6, R6, W7, S7) or equiv.
# Bachelor of Advanced Finance GPA 6.4 Academic English 7; or Mathematical Methods
and Economics (Honours) IELTS overall 7 (all bands 7) or equiv.
Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology

# Bachelor of Architectural Design GPA 5.0 Academic English min. 5 or equiv.

Bachelor of Design GPA 5.0 Academic English min. 5 or equiv.

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) GPA 5.0 Academic English min. 5 or equiv. Mathematical Methods and either Physics or Chemistry

Bachelor of Computer Science GPA 5.0 Academic English min. 5 or equiv. Mathematical Methods

Bachelor of Information Technology GPA 5.0 Academic English min. 5 or equiv. Mathematical Methods

Bachelor of Regional and Town Planning GPA 4.6 Academic English min. 5 or equiv.

Health & Behavioural Sciences

# Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology GPA 5.4 Academic English 7; or Min. grade of 5 in one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics
(Honours) IELTS overall 7 (all bands 7) or equiv.
# Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Sciences GPA 5.2 Academic English 7; or Min. grade of 5 in one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics
(Honours) IELTS overall 7 (all bands 7) or equiv.
# • Bachelor of Health, Sport and Physical GPA 4.2 IELTS overall 7.5 (L8, R7, W7, S8) Min. grade of 5 in either General Mathematics or
Education (Honours) Mathematical Methods and a passing grade in one
of Biology, Chemistry or Physics
Bachelor of Human Movement and Nutrition GPA 4.4 Academic English min. 5 or equiv. Min. grade of 5 in either General Mathematics or
Sciences Mathematical Methods and in one of Biology, Chemistry
or Physics

# Bachelor of Midwifery GPA 6.0 IELTS overall 7 (all bands 7) or equiv. Biology, Chemistry or Physics strongly recommended

# Bachelor of Nursing GPA 5.0 IELTS overall 7 (all bands 7) or equiv. Biology, Chemistry or Physics strongly recommended

# Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Midwifery GPA 6.0 IELTS overall 7 (all bands 7) or equiv. Biology, Chemistry or Physics strongly recommended

# Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) GPA 6.0 Academic English 7; or One of Biology, Chemistry or Physics
IELTS overall 7 (all bands 7) or equiv.
Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) (offered at UQ’s GPA 5.0 Academic English min. 5 or equiv. General Mathematical or Mathematical Methods,
Pharmacy Australia Centre of Excellence) Chemistry; Biology also recommended
# Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) GPA 5.8 Academic English min. 5 or equiv.

# Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) GPA 6.6 Academic English 7; or One of Biology, Chemistry or Physics
IELTS 7 overall (all bands 7) or equiv.
# Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) GPA 4.4 Academic English 7; or
IELTS 7 overall (all bands 7) or equiv.
# Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) GPA 6.0 Academic English 7; or One of Biology, Chemistry or Physics
IELTS 7 (S8 and all other bands 7) or equiv.

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking • Students undertaking these programs must obtain ^ Students undertaking this program must complete a
# Programs that commence in Semester 1 only. the higher English Language proficiency as per UQ’s situational judgement test: please refer to [Link]
requirements.

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What do you want to study at UQ? three elective courses. Some undergraduate programs do not
require mathematics.
You can use this table to find out the GPA, English language
requirements, and courses required to progress to your chosen Refer to [Link] for details.
program.
A a passing grade in all courses is the minimum entry
All courses are graded from 1-7, with 7 being the highest. GPA requirement for entry to UQ. For additional requirements, refer
refers to the Grade Point Average of all five courses: Academic to individual degrees below.
English, General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods plus

Degree Entry Requirement from Foundation Program Prerequisite Courses

Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences

GPA ELP
Bachelor of Advanced Humanities (Honours) GPA 5.8 Academic English min. 5 or equiv.
Bachelor of Arts GPA 4.0 Academic English min. 5 or equiv.
Bachelor of Communication GPA 4.4 Academic English min. 5 or equiv.
Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice GPA 4.4 Academic English min. 5 or equiv.
# Bachelor of International Studies (includes a GPA 4.8 Academic English min. 5 or equiv.
compulsory study abroad semester at one of UQ’s
international partner institutions)
Bachelor of Journalism GPA 4.4 Academic English min. 5 or equiv.
# Bachelor of Music GPA 4.0 Academic English min. 5 or equiv. + music audition/interview, a pass in a test of practical
ability and musicianship skills. For an audition to be at a
competitive standard, the repertoire performed should be
comparable to Grade 7 AMEB
Bachelor of Social Science GPA 4.0 Academic English min. 5 or equiv.
# • Bachelor of Education (Primary) GPA 4.4 IELTS overall 7.5 (L8, R7, W7, S8) General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods,
one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics
# • Bachelor of Arts/Education (Secondary) GPA 4.4 IELTS overall 7.5 (L8, R7, W7, S8) General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods
# Bachelor of Mathematics/Education (Secondary) GPA 5.6 IELTS overall 7.5 (L8, R7, W7, S8) Mathematical Methods with min. grade of 5
# Bachelor of Science/Education (Secondary) GPA 4.6 IELTS overall 7.5 (L8, R7, W7, S8) General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods,
one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics
# Bachelor of Business Management/ Education GPA 4.0 IELTS overall 7.5 (L8, R7, W7, S8) General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods
(Secondary)
# ^ Bachelor of Music/Education (Secondary) GPA 4.4 IELTS overall 7.5 (L8, R7, W7, S8) General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods
+ music audition/interview, a pass in a test of practical
ability and musicianship skills. For an audition to be at a
competitive standard, the repertoire performed should be
comparable to Grade 7 AMEB
Medicine

Bachelor of Biomedical Science GPA 5.0 Academic English min. 5 or equiv. Mathematical Methods and one of Biology, Chemistry
or Physics
Bachelor of Health Sciences GPA 4.6 Academic English min. 5 or equiv. Biology, Chemistry or Physics strongly recommended
Pathway to graduate course in Medicine^ ^ For current information, please contact Admissions on
admissions@[Link]
Science

Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) GPA 6.0 Academic English min. 5 or equiv. Mathematical Methods plus two courses from Biology,
Chemistry or Physics
# Bachelor of Agribusiness GPA 4.0 Academic English min. 5 or equiv. General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods
# Bachelor of Agricultural Science GPA 4.0 Academic English min. 5 or equiv. General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods
Bachelor of Biotechnology GPA 4.6 Academic English min. 5 or equiv. Mathematical Methods and one of Biology, Chemistry
or Physics
Bachelor of Environmental Management (Honours) GPA 4.4 Academic English min. 5 or equiv.
Bachelor of Mathematics GPA 5.6 Academic English min. 5 or equiv. Min. grade of 5 in Mathematical Methods
Bachelor of Science GPA 4.6 Academic English min. 5 or equiv. Mathematical Methods and one of Biology, Chemistry
or Physics
^ # • Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours) GPA 6.0 IELTS 7 overall (all bands 7) or equiv. Chemistry, Mathematical Methods and one of Biology
or Physics
# Bachelor of Veterinary Technology GPA 4.0 Academic English min. 5 or equiv. General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods
# Bachelor of Wildlife Science GPA 4.0 Academic English min. 5 or equiv. General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods

Entrance to dual degrees must meet the requirements of If the higher English proficiency requirement is not met prior Please see the English Language Proficiency requirements
both individual degrees. There are limited places in Bachelor to enrolment or if a finalised Academic English grade of 7 is on the UQ Future Students Website , [Link]/
of Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Midwifery, Speech not achieved, an accepted English language test that meets admissions/English-language-requirements.
Pathology and Veterinary Science. Academic English the UQ program’s requirements will need to be taken and Entry requirements are subject to change.
proficiency requirements for the Foundation Program may the required score achieved to meet UQ program admission For up to date information on UQ program offerings please
be higher for students seeking entry to these programs. requirements. refer to [Link]

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Learning Support
UQ College offers a wide range of support services to help you at every step of your journey.
From free learning support to weekly social activities, our services are designed to help you
succeed in the classroom and beyond.

Under 18 International Student Supervision Program Personal support

If you are under 18 and are not living with a parent or UQ Student Services has advisers specifically for
approved legal guardian, you must maintain suitable international students to help you overcome some of the
accommodation as part of your visa requirements. challenges of studying in a foreign country. The Student
UQ offers a Supervision Program that approves your Advice Team can help you with everything from finding
accommodation, support and general welfare. part-time work and advice on extending your visa, to legal
We will help you make appropriate arrangements with advice, dealing with financial pressures, and general support.
UQ-approved accommodation providers. To make a private appointment with a Student Adviser or
a Counsellor, contact Student Services. There is a 24-hour,
The program includes orientation sessions, study
7-day-a-week telephone hotline with dedicated international
workshops, social activities, regular face-to-face check-ins
student advisers and counsellors available to you.
with the supervision team, extra support to help you to
settle, ongoing monitoring and assistance with your studies, [Link]/student-support/international-
and regular inspections of your accommodation to ensure student-support
that it is meeting your needs.
This program is compulsory for international students who: Activities and workshops

• are under 18 years of age when they enter Australia and Discovering a new culture, make friends from around the
commence their program at UQ, world and learn in exciting new ways. We organise a range
of free or low-cost activities and workshops for you to enjoy
• are not living with a parent, or legal custodian, and during the week, both on-campus and around Brisbane.
• need approved accommodation and welfare arrangements
to meet visa requirements. Libraries
[Link]/university-life/getting-prepared-to-come-to- The six libraries on campus have computers, 24-hour study
australia/under-18-international-student-supervision-program spaces, quiet areas, and friendly staff that UQ College students
can access. Workshops and online learning guides can
Orientation enhance your studies, develop your assignment strategies,
and help you prepare for exams. Interact with other students
Begin your program with an orientation session where you through our online communities. We have opportunities
will learn important information about your studies and life for you to socialise, access support, discover Brisbane and
UQ College. This includes program information and details develop English through apps and web-based programs.
of the services available to assist you.
[Link]
[Link]/student-life/orientation
Bring Your Own Device
Learning support
UQ College is a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) college.
Our Learning Advisers are always there to support you Students must bring a suitable device to complete
with your studies. From dedicated workshops to free one-on coursework, assessment, and self-directed learning activities.
-one tutoring sessions, we offer practical help in a friendly
environment. Areas of support include English language, Refer to the UQ College BYOD technical requirements at
academic writing skills, and practical help with planning and [Link]/technical-requirements
organisation. You can make an appointment to see how we
can help you succeed in your studies.
[Link]/student-support/learning-advice
Life at UQ UQ Student Advisers
A dedicated UQ Student Adviser is available to meet
UQ has a welcoming community of 55,000 with students confidentially and provide individualised
students from more than 135 countries. support. This may involve guidance in transitioning
to life in Brisbane, linking to services on campus
or within the community or during a time of crisis.
Student communities, clubs and societies Student Advisers provide assistance to students living
Do you want to expand your social network or pursue a new with a disability, mental health or medical condition
hobby? Join one of our 220+ clubs and societies. From anime (temporary or on-going) or facing challenging
to yoga, gaming to table tennis, and hockey to dancing, you circumstances. Student Advisers discuss with students
are certain to find like-minded people. how their condition impacts their studies and possible
[Link]/connecting-u/clubs-societies support options. This may include a Student Access Plan
(SAP) which is an important support tool both at UQ
Discover UQLife College and UQ.
Appointments can be made directly with the Student
Discover your UQLife with events, experiences and programs Adviser or referred by UQ College.
throughout the year. Enjoy O-Week, BLOOM Festival, K-Pop,
Theatre Festival and much more. [Link]/student-support/mental-health-
wellbeing
[Link]

Cafes and eateries

The UQ campus is full of different cafe and food options, Spiritual practice
from great coffee and bakery food to healthy sandwiches Our Multi-Faith Chaplaincy caters to all religions. The venue also
and wraps, pizza, noodles, bubble tea, and juice bars. offers yoga and meditation classes, and it hosts community
[Link]/information-and-services/shops/food- celebrations. It is a great place to meet people from all
retail/on-campus-shops-services different cultures and faiths.
[Link]/information-and-services/
Fitness student-support/religion
You can access UQ Sport’s venues – these include a gym;
an Olympic standard track and field facility; swimming pools; Safety on campus
tennis, squash and netball courts; hockey and soccer fields;
Our campus is a safe place for students and staff. The St
and cricket nets.
Lucia campus offers 24-hour security and a safety escort
[Link] service, if you would like someone to accompany you to
public transport or your car. There is also a Safety Bus that
Healthcare runs from 6pm onwards around the campus on weekdays.
If you need to see a doctor, visit the friendly team at the UQ Download the free UQ SafeZone app, which connects students
Health Clinic. There is also a pharmacy, physiotherapist, and a directly with security officers or emergency services.
dental clinic on campus. [Link]/information-and-services/security/
[Link] campus-safety

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Accomodation
There are several options you can explore to find accommodation that suits your needs.

The below options are available. Hotel Accommodation On-campus colleges

Hotels offer a variety of accommodation Do you want a traditional, immersive
Homestay accommodation
options perfect for both short-term and university experience? You can live in
Find out what it’s like to live in long-term stays. Enjoy the convenience one of our 10 colleges at UQ St Lucia.
an Australian home. Homestay of hotel living with easy access to You can walk to class, enjoy services
accommodation offers a unique all the city’s amenities. Choose from like academic support and social and
opportunity to live with a host family. well-appointed studio apartments to sporting activities, and your meals are
You’ll enjoy a comfortable, home- spacious one and two-bedroom units, provided. Apply before you arrive to
like environment with the added all designed to provide a home-away- secure a room.
benefit of daily English use and from-home experience.
[Link]/student-support/
cultural immersion. Included in this
accommodation/uq-residential-colleges
accommodation option is three meals Private housing
a day and board in either a private
Brisbane’s rental market features Living in Brisbane
room or shared with other students
everything from share houses to
high-rise apartments. To find a For more information about living
Off-Campus Student Apartment room, apartment or house, first in Brisbane including cost of living,
Do you want to experience living in a check our UQ Rentals database. transport and health and safety visit:
student community? Brisbane offers There are also private rental [Link]/university-life/living-in-
a range of temporary or long-term accommodation websites, and you queensland
options, ranging from studio to can rent directly from real estate
share apartments. agents. It is important to inspect
For more information visit: the room and meet all the people
[Link]/student-support/ you will be sharing with before
accommodation/off-campus-living paying money or signing anything.
For more information:
[Link]/accommodation
How to Apply
Accelerated Program:

Intake 1 2025 Intake 2 2025

Applications Close: 6 January 2025 Applications Close: 28 July 2025

Start Date: 17 February 2025 Start Date: 8 September 2025

Completion Date: 11 July 2025 Completion Date: 13 February 2026

Pathway to UQ: Semester 2, 2025 Pathway to UQ: Semester 1, 2026

For pricing information, please visit: [Link]/study-options/foundation-program

Standard Program:

Intake 1 2025 Intake 2 2025

Applications Close: 6 January 2025 Applications Close: 28 July 2025

Start Date: 17 February 2025 Start Date: 8 September 2025

Completion Date: 5 December 2025 Completion Date: 10 July 2026

Pathway to UQ: Semester 1, 2026 Pathway to UQ: Semester 2, 2026

For pricing information, please visit: [Link]/study-options/foundation-program

For both Accelerated

and Standard Foundation programs: Go to [Link]/study-
Step 1 options/foundation-program to
To make sure you have a smooth application process,
submit your application.
please ensure you have the following certified documents
at the time of your application:
Receive your Letter of Offer and
Step 2
student portal activation link.

1 Passport or Government ID

Step 3
Activate your account on the student
portal, then accept and pay the fees.
Detailed instructions on how to pay

2 English Proficiency Test Results are included in your Letter of Offer.

(e.g. IELTS or equivalent)
Receive your Certificate of Enrolment
Step 4
(CoE) and apply for your student visa.

3 Most recent certified high school

results translated in English Step 5
Receive your orientation information
via email and prepare for departure.

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For further information
[Link]

UQ College
Level 4, Sir Llew Edwards Building (14)
University Drive
St Lucia, Queensland 4072
Australia

(07) 3346 6770

uqcenquiries@[Link]
[Link]
[Link]/[Link]
[Link]/uqcollege

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no obligation on the part of UQ College to teach it as or when described. education institutions is governed by the Education Services for Overseas
UQ College may discontinue or vary programs and courses at any time without Students (ESOS) Act 2000 and the National Code of Practice for Providers of
notice. Information in this guide is accurate as of October 2024. While care has Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018. The ESOS Act and related
been taken to provide accurate information in this guide, it is the responsibility legislation is designed to protect the interests of students coming to Australia
of students to check and confirm the specific details of programs, courses on student visas. The legislation aims to protect and enhance Australia’s
and enrolment. reputation for quality education, to provide tuition protection and support
the integrity of the Student Visa Program. UQ College, in providing education
Visit [Link] for up-to-date UQ program information and visit services to overseas students, complies with the National Code of Practice of
[Link] for up-to-date UQ College program information. the Department of Education and Training.
Any agreement with UQ College does not remove the right to take action
under Australia’s consumer protection laws. ESOS Act
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registered provider of the ELICOS and Foundation Programs for the University
of Queensland.

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