CQUniversity Australia (Central Queensland University — CQU)
Rockhampton, Australia
- 1967
- Founded
- Top 600
- Global Rank
- 30,000+
- Total Students
- 18%
- International Students
- 500
- Programs
About CQUniversity Australia (Central Queensland University — CQU)
CQUniversity Australia (Central Queensland University — CQU) is one of Australia’s most geographically diverse, progressive, and inclusive dual-sector public universities. Established in 1967 as the Queensland Institute of Technology (Capricornia) and awarded full university status in 1992, CQU expanded dramatically in 2014 by merging with Central Queensland TAFE. Today, it offers seamless pathways from vocational apprenticeships and certificates to undergraduate, postgraduate, and research doctoral degrees across 11 vibrant campuses in Rockhampton, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Cairns, Mackay, Bundaberg, Townsville, Gladstone, and Emerald.
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Tuition & Costs
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AUD 28,000 – AUD 39,360/yrFees vary by course and degree level.
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- Application fee: Free (AUD 0 via CQU Direct International Application Portal)
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Rockhampton, Australia
CQUniversity Australia (Central Queensland University — CQU) is located in Rockhampton, Australia.
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2026
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