University of Southern Queensland

 

University Overview

QS World University Rankings

 

#396

 

Number of international students

 

#more than 26,000

 

Number of courses

 

626

 

Campus

Toowoomba: Springfield, Ipswich

Class start time

 

Every February, July & November

Popular departments

 

Information Technology, Agricultural Engineering

The University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) , located in Toowoomba, Springfield, and Ipswich, Queensland, Australia, is a regional university known for its strong emphasis on distance education. The main campus in Toowoomba is 90 minutes from Brisbane and two hours from both the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast. 

UniSQ comprises five faculties: Arts, Business and Law, Education, Engineering, and Science, offering around 600 programs split evenly between undergraduate and postgraduate courses. The university's MBA program is one of Australia's largest and ranks in the top ten nationally. UniSQ uniquely offers agricultural engineering , the only program of its kind in Australia and New Zealand.

According to the Good Universities Guide , UniSQ graduates have an average starting salary of AUD $65,200, with engineering graduates earning around AUD $80,000. Impressively, 93.2% of graduates find full-time employment within four months, the highest rate in Australia.

MBA Program :

• Program Size and Ranking: One of the largest MBA programs in Australia & ranked in the top ten nationally.

• Curriculum and Focus: Comprehensive coverage of business management topics. And emphasis on leadership, strategic thinking, and practical business skills.

Agricultural Engineering :

• Unique Offering: The only agricultural engineering program in both Australia and New Zealand.

• Course Content: Focus on modern agricultural practices, technology, and sustainability. And hands-on training and fieldwork to prepare students for industry challenges.

• Career Prospects: High demand in agricultural and environmental sectors.

Engineering :

• Specializations: Various branches including civil, mechanical, electrical, and environmental engineering.

• Graduate Success: Average annual salary of AUD $80,000. And 93.2% of graduates find full-time employment within four months.

• Practical Training: Strong emphasis on practical skills and industry placements & access to cutting-edge labs and facilities.

Business and Law :

• Comprehensive Courses: Wide range of programs including accounting, finance, marketing, and law.

• Industry Connections: Strong links with industry professionals and organizations & Opportunities for internships and real-world projects.

• Accreditation: Programs are accredited by relevant professional bodies.

Education :

• Diverse Programs: Programs for early childhood, primary, and secondary education. Specializations in educational leadership, counseling, and special education.

• Practical Training: Extensive classroom experience and teaching practicums. Focus on contemporary teaching methods and inclusive education.

• Career Readiness: Graduates are well-prepared for careers in education, with strong employment prospects.