CQ University

About CQ University

CQ University is a recognized university since 1974 being among the best Australian public universities in the innovation and student-focussed education as well as creating industry-ready graduates. This university has its main office in Burwood, Victoria, with campuses across the state.

Main Address: CQ University, 221 Burwood Highway, Burwood VIC 3125, Australia

Undergraduate studies, postgraduate specialization-any educational opportunity at CQ University assures global opportunities and future-ready education.

CQ University Campuses

CQ offers an unforgettable learning experience across four glorious campuses:

• Melbourne Burwood Campus – The largest campus of the university, with state-of-the-art facilities.
• Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus – Best known for engineering and medical courses.
• Geelong Waterfront Campus – Preferred location for architecture and design.
• Warrnambool Campus – Regional campus with small class sizes and lots of community involvement.
• Cloud Campus – CQ's No.1 ranked online study platform.

CQ University Rankings (2026)

As per the QS World University Rankings 2026:

• Ranked #222 worldwide
• Top 1% of universities in the world
• CQ in the top 50 worldwide for sport-related courses
• #1 in Victoria for overall student satisfaction (10 consecutive years)

Courses and Popular Faculties

CQ University provides more than 300+ undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and PhD courses through four faculties of studies:

Popular Faculties:

• Faculty of Business and Law
• Faculty of Health
• Faculty of Arts and Education
• Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment

In-demand Courses:

• Bachelor of Nursing
• Master of Data Science
• Bachelor of Cyber Security
• Master of Business Analytics
• MBA (International)
• Bachelor of Sport Development
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in all streams

Course Levels at CQ University

• Bachelor's: 180+ dynamic undergraduate courses
• Master's: 140+ career-focused specialisations
• Research/PhD: 90+ research fields across faculties
• Diploma & Pathway Programs: Customized entry pathways for direct university progression

Tuition Fees at CQ University

• Undergraduate: AUD 34,000 – 39,000
• Postgraduate: AUD 36,000 – 42,000
• PhD (International) : AUD 34,000 – 40,000

Note: Fees are subject to the program. Always reference specific course pages.

Preferred Intakes

CQ University provides several intakes each year to accommodate flexibility for international students:

• Trimester 1: March
• Trimester 2: July
• Trimester 3: November

Early application is recommended for sought-after programs and visa processing.

Employability Rate & Graduate Outcomes

CQ boasts a high employability rate of over 87% (within 6 months of graduation), attributed to:

Access to:

• Industry-connected internships
• Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) programs
• Graduate employment support services
• Alumni network of over 300,000 professionals across the globe

Scholarships for International Students (2025–2026)

CQ provides generous scholarships for assisting international students in pursuing their dreams:

• CQ International Scholarship – Up to 25% reduction in tuition fees
• Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship - Waives 50%–100% of tuition fees
• STEM-oriented scholarship - For students pursuing tech and engineering programs
• Country-specific Indian, Sri Lankan, and Southeast Asian scholarships for students

Why Choose to Study in Australia at CQ University?

• Globally top-ranked across disciplines
• Wide range of research and industry-integrated programs
• Scholarships and work-rights post-graduation (up to 4 years for Master's)
• Dynamic, multicultural student environment in Melbourne – ranked among the world's most liveable cities