Parents and guardians guide to university
Choosing a university and career path is a big decision. We're here to support you and your teen through the transition from high school to university through a range of helpful videos.
UQ is an inclusive, supportive university where students from all backgrounds will thrive. Our graduates enjoy the best career outcomes in the state, and our teachers are the most awarded in Australia.
Choose the right university
If your teen is going overseas to study, you want to make sure they choose the right university.
UQ's diverse study options, and safe and supportive learning environment will encourage your teen to find their future success
- Ranked in the world's top 50
- One of only 3 Australian members of Universitas 21
- Member of Universities Australia
Advice for parents
Watch parents of UQ students discuss their experience and provide advice on how you can support your teen through big decisions.
Financing study and scholarships
A big part of preparing your teen for university is understanding the costs. Questions to consider include whether they should live on or off campus, as well as whether they should look for part-time work while studying.
UQ students have access to both FEE-HELP and HECS-HELP loans to make studying affordable. We also offer a wide range of scholarships.
Programs that suit their goals
With the largest range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Queensland, your teen will find a program to interest them at UQ.
Undergraduate
Postgraduate coursework
Higher degree by research
Steps to apply
If your teen knows what they want to study, we'll walk you through what you need to know before they apply for our programs.
Download our guides
Our guides provide an overview of UQ's undergraduate and postgraduate programs, as well as information about English language courses at UQ.
Discover study options
Search for a specific degree or browse by study area to match your teen's interests, passions and career goals.
How UQ will support your teen
When your teen chooses UQ, you’ll know they’re in good hands. While there are still things you can do to support them at university, they’ll also receive dedicated support from our staff – emotionally, academically and financially.
This support comes in the form of mental health events, disability support, accessible student services and much more. Going to university looks like a daunting and solitary experience to many teens, but every student at UQ is welcomed and supported from day one.
Navigating the QTAC application process
Your teen’s application and offer to study at UQ will go through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC).
The QTAC process is important, but it can be a little intimidating at first. Watch our video for insights into how other parents have helped their teens through this application.
You can also check key QTAC dates (and fixed closing dates for some courses) to make sure they doesn’t miss any deadlines.
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Your teen’s transition from high school to university
UQ is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS). Our CRICOS Provider Number is 00025B.
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