Submit your application
Ready to apply? You need to apply online directly to UQ.
You can complete the application yourself or apply through an approved UQ agent near you. Applicants from certain countries must apply through an agent – our online application system will let you know if you need to do this.
Study abroad and exchange
If you’re studying at university overseas and want to come to UQ as a study abroad or exchange student, don't follow the instructions on this page. See how to apply for study abroad and exchange.
Step 1: Create an account
Register to create an account in UQ applications. If you've registered before, you can log in using your existing email address and password.
If you can't access UQ applications, send us an enquiry to request help.
Citizenship
If you hold citizenship of Australia or New Zealand (including as a dual citizen), select Australian or New Zealand citizen as your citizenship status.
Step 2: Start your application
Select 'Start an application'.
Search for ‘non-award’ and select the relevant result, depending on whether the course you want to study is undergraduate or postgraduate. If you’re not sure, search for the course and check the course level.
Click 'Apply now'.
Step 3: Complete your application
Complete all details on the application form and include all required documents. You can save an incomplete form and return later if needed.
You will need to provide:
- evidence of your previous study, such as certified copies of complete academic transcripts and/or testamurs for any non-UQ studies
- a copy of your passport or national ID card
- evidence that you meet our English language requirements.
Upload documents as PDFs to reduce their file size.
Personal details
Make sure your name, gender and date of birth match your official government documentation.
(You can also provide a preferred name when you apply. If you're accepted to UQ you’ll be able to add or update your preferred name and gender later.)
Program of study
Select your preferred study option. Check the start date to ensure you select the correct intake semester for when you want to start at UQ.
Search for and select the courses you want to study.
Previous study
Transcripts should list:
- all courses you studied
- any degrees or diplomas you received, and the date they were awarded.
If you have completed your studies and the transcript does not state your degree or diploma and the date it was awarded, you must also provide an award certificate or testamur.
If you have not completed your studies, you can provide a current transcript or other evidence (such as a letter of enrolment) when you apply. You'll need to provide a complete transcript as soon as possible.
You must provide a certified copy of each transcript. Transcripts can be certified by an approved UQ agent or other appropriate parties.
If your previous tertiary studies were in Australia or New Zealand, you may be able to share your transcripts online via My eQuals. Otherwise, upload documents as PDFs to reduce their file size.
Step 4: Submit your application
When you're satisfied your application is complete, submit it.
You'll need to pay a A$150 fee for each application you submit. This fee can't be refunded.
You'll receive an email confirming your application has been submitted. Keep this email – you can reply to it if you have questions about your application.
Closing dates
Make sure you submit your application by the closing date:
- Semester 1: 31 January
- Semester 2: 30 June
- Summer Semester: 31 October.
- Semester 1: 30 November of the previous year
- Semester 2: 31 May of the same year.
We may consider late applications, but this can't be guaranteed.
Step 5: Track or update your application
We will assess your application. We’ll contact you if you need to provide any additional information.
After you've submitted your application, you can log in to UQ applications to:
- track the status of your application
- upload documentation
- provide referee details
- withdraw your application
- accept, decline or defer an offer.
Enquiries
Before you apply, if you have any questions or you would like help with your application, contact us.
Before you apply, if you have any questions or you would like help with your application, you can contact UQ or an approved UQ agent.
After you've submitted your application:
- For questions directly related to your application (such as questions about updating details, application outcomes or responding to an offer), reply to the confirmation email you received when you submitted your application. If you don't have that email, see how to contact us about your application.
- For questions about any other aspect of studying at UQ, including program details and study plans, fees and scholarships, or starting study after accepting an offer, contact us.
What happens next
If you receive an offer to study with us, congratulations!
Once you accept your offer, we'll send you an enrolment pack with information about enrolment, fees and studying at UQ.
If you receive an offer to study at UQ, congratulations! Your offer letter will tell you how to pay your fees and other information about studying at UQ.
Now that you're a UQ student, you should also familiarise yourself with UQ's academic integrity and student conduct policies.