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Undergraduate study

Kickstart your future career and own the unknown with an undergraduate degree.

Own the unknown

An undergraduate degree prepares you for your dream career. It’s often your entry point to university education, where you begin building your skills and knowledge, and shaping your future.

An undergraduate degree at UQ is where you become part of something bigger than yourself. It’s where you join a community, make friends, find your voice and learn how you can create change.

Undergraduate programs

Bachelor's degree

A bachelor’s degree is often the first university qualification you will undertake in higher education. It typically takes 3 to 5 years to complete (full time) and will provide you with the knowledge and skills to work in a specialist area.

Double degree

Get 2 qualifications in less time and achieve greater flexibility in your career options with a double degree (also known as a dual degree). You’ll be studying 2 bachelor’s degrees without increasing your workload, typically over the course of only 4 years.

Honours

Gain research experience and prepare for postgraduate study with an honours degree. Choosing a bachelor’s degree with an embedded honours year or undertaking honours after completing your undergraduate degree will give you a competitive edge among other graduates.

Diplomas

Study a Diploma in Languages alongside your bachelor’s degree, or undertake a Diploma in Science or Diploma in Arts after completing your degree. These undergraduate diplomas can broaden your knowledge and increase your employability.

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Why choose UQ?

Graduate employability

UQ graduates have the highest employability rate of any Queensland university.

Teaching excellence

Learn from Australia’s most awarded academics.

World-class facilities

Groundbreaking learning and research spaces and campuses that are easy to get to with great public transport links.

Scholarships

Access university with financial support by securing a scholarship. UQ offers a huge range of scholarships for students from a variety of backgrounds.

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Eligibility

There are many pathways to an undergraduate degree.

Do I need an ATAR to apply for undergraduate study?

Whether you completed high school months or years ago, or not at all, there’s a pathway to university for you. While an ATAR may be the most common way to access undergraduate studies, it isn’t by any means the only way.

Do undergraduate degrees have entry requirements?

All our undergraduate programs have subject prerequisites. These are specific subjects you must have studied to be eligible for an offer. Prerequisites ensure you have an appropriate level of subject area knowledge when you start your program.

Eligibility

There are many pathways to an undergraduate degree.
 

Do undergraduate degrees have entry requirements?

All our undergraduate programs have subject prerequisites. These are specific subjects you must have studied to be eligible for an offer. Prerequisites ensure you have an appropriate level of subject area knowledge when you start your program.

What if I don't meet the entry requirements? 

To be offered a place in an undergraduate program, you need to have successfully completed Queensland Year 12, or a qualification equivalent to Queensland Year 12, with the required minimum entry score for the program you're interested in studying. If you don't meet the requirements, pathway options are available.

 

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Apply for an undergraduate degree

Discover your pathway to university and find out if you're eligible for admission schemes. Applying to university involves several steps, but we're here to guide you along the way.
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Download a study guide

Our printable guides and brochures give you the full details about study options, accommodation and how you can make the most of your time at UQ.

What to expect

When you study an undergraduate degree, you can enjoy university life while working towards you career goals. 

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Uni life

Welcome to your new and vibrant student life. From live music to cultural festivals, parties, sporting challenges and more, there are plenty of ways to immerse yourself in the UQ community.
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Employability

Get ready to stand out from the crowd. Our students undertake internships with industry leading companies, participate in global experiences and have access to dedicated resumé and job interview workshops.
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Support services

Access a range of programs and counselling services to help improve your confidence and overall physical and mental wellbeing. 

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