Undergraduate entry requirements

For domestic students (Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens) the majority of CQU undergraduate programs are offered via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC). Entry requirements for each program can be located via the QTAC website.  Some programs have prerequisites that are specific requirements that must be satisfied in order to be eligible for entry.  Information on prerequisite subjects and other admission requirements can be found in the publication QTAC Guide (available for purchase from most Queensland newsagents), or in this handbook.

School leavers

This includes Year 12 applicants completing the Queensland Senior Certificate and have gained an Overall Position (OP)  (including OP Ineligible students) or equivalent interstate rank (TER, UAI, ENTER). OP details and prerequisites for CQU are given in the QTAC Guide and on the QTAC website.  Queensland Study Authority (QSA) is the government agency responsible for issuing Queensland students with their Overall Positions (OPs). The QSA site has helpful information for Queensland school students.

Non-school leavers

Completing Year 12 is not the only way to enter into university.  There are many other pathways.  At CQU we recognise that you have valuable skills and knowledge that were not taught in the classroom.  Work experience and other  studies can help you gan admission.  There are also bridging and access programs designed to help you gain the knowledge, skills and confidence you'll need to succeed.  For further information, go to Bridging and Access programs in this handbook.

International applicants

International applicants for undergraduate programs should contact CQU’s Student Administration for all entry requirements, including country requirements, language requirements, and application procedures. Or visit the International Student website at www.international.cqu.edu.au.

Postgraduate entry requirements

Coursework programs

Postgraduate programs will usually require completion of an appropriate undergraduate degree for entry. Certified copies of qualifications and academic transcripts are included with the application. For some programs, appropriate work experience or equivalent qualifications will be considered.  Entry requirements are given for individual programs in this handbook.

Research higher degrees

An application for admission to a research higher degree can be made at any time of the year. A brief outline of the proposed research project must be submitted with the application.  It is useful to establish suitable supervisors are available before you submit your application. To find a potential supervisor, visit www.research.cqu.edu.au or contact the Office of Research for assistance.  

International applicants

International applicants for postgraduate programs should contact CQU’s Student Administration for all entry requirements, including country requirements, language requirements, and application procedures.  Or visit the International Student website at www.international.cqu.edu.au.