University of Queensland entry requirements for international students

English language

IELTSAll levels

Overall IELTS 6.5 with minimum 6.0 in each sub-band (including IELTS One Skill Retake) for most programs.

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To be eligible for entry to most UQ programs, you need to meet our minimum English language requirements (overall IELTS of 6.5 and 6.0 in all sub-bands or equivalent, including IELTS One Skill Retake).

English language requirements at UQ

IELTSAll levels

Accepted IELTS: Academic test, IELTS One Skill Retake with original Academic test, IELTS for UKVI Academic; IELTS Online not accepted.

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Attach a copy of the IELTS test result to your application, or IELTS One Skill Retake together with the original IELTS Academic Test. UQ also accepts IELTS for UKVI Academic. IELTS Online is not recognised by UQ.

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How recent a test must beAll levels

English language tests must have been taken within 2 years of commencing study at UQ.

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To be valid, English language tests must have been taken within 2 years of commencing study at UQ.

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Other ways to show EnglishUndergraduate

Non-English speaking background applicants must meet English language requirements.

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If you're from a non-English speaking background, you'll also have to meet our English language requirements.

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Other ways to show EnglishPostgraduate

If you're from a non-English speaking background, you'll also have to meet our English language requirements.

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If you're from a non-English speaking background, you'll also have to meet our English language requirements.

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Academic entry

Academic entryUndergraduate

All undergraduate programs have subject prerequisites; need grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 of Queensland Year 12 General subjects or equivalent.

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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. Subject prerequisites are listed as Queensland Year 12 General subjects. You need to achieve a grade of C or higher in Units 3 and 4. However, you can also meet the prerequisites if you've passed equivalent subjects through high school (interstate or overseas) or tertiary study (including bridging and preparatory) programs.

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Academic entryUndergraduate

If you have completed 2 years full-time higher education study at bachelor level or higher, your selection rank will be based on this study only.

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If you've completed 2 year full-time (or equivalent) of higher education study at bachelor level or higher, your selection rank will be based on this study only – even if your rank from another qualification is higher.

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Academic entryUndergraduate

Some programs have program-specific entry requirements such as entry tests, auditions or interviews.

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Some programs have program-specific entry requirements, such as entry tests, auditions or interviews. Check your program entry requirements for details.

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Academic entryUndergraduate

Some programs have inherent requirements that must be met to graduate.

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Some programs also have inherent requirements you must meet to be able to graduate. These requirements are core activities, tasks or skills that are essential to the program.

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Academic entryPostgraduate

For most programs, you'll need to have completed an approved degree equivalent to an Australian bachelor's degree. However, for some programs we'll consider other relevant experience, such as work experience.

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For most programs, you'll need to have completed an approved degree equivalent to an Australian bachelor's degree. However, for some programs we'll consider other relevant experience, such as work experience.

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ATARUndergraduate

Selection ranks range from 30.00 to 99.95, with 99.95 being the highest score.

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Selection ranks range from 30.00 to 99.95, with 99.95 being the highest score.

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ATARUndergraduate

Minimum ATAR guarantee: if you meet the guaranteed minimum ATAR you could secure an offer for your preferred program.

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If you meet our guaranteed minimum ATAR you could secure an offer for your preferred program.

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Applying

How to applyUndergraduate

Apply online through QTAC for all undergraduate programs.

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You need to apply online through QTAC for all undergraduate programs.

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DocumentsAll levels

Include certified copies of academic transcripts and award certificates with your application to demonstrate English proficiency.

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When you apply to UQ, include certified copies of academic transcripts and award certificates to help to demonstrate your English language proficiency.

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Dates

DatesUndergraduate

QTAC applications close for major offer round: 7 December 2026

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QTAC applications close for major offer round: 7 December 2026

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Pathways

Foundation and pathwaysUndergraduate

Pathway options can help meet subject prerequisite or entry score requirements.

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Our pathway options can help you meet the subject prerequisite or entry score requirements for your preferred program.

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Foundation and pathwaysPostgraduate

Our pathway options can help you meet the previous study and GPA requirements for your preferred program.

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Our pathway options can help you meet the previous study and GPA requirements for your preferred program.

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Course scores

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