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www.uq.edu.au

UQ INTERNATIONAL

Study enquiries

Online enquiries (fast response)www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry

Outside Australia Phone +61 3 8676 7004

Within Australia (freecall) Phone 1800 671 980

General office

Level 2, JD Story Building (61)The University of QueenslandBrisbane, Queensland 4072, Australia

Phone +61 7 3365 7941Facsimile +61 7 3365 1794Email [email protected]

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THE UNIVERSITY OF QUEENSLAND (UQ) IS AN INTERNATIONAL LEADER IN EDUCATION AND RESEARCH

Be part of a university internationally renowned for its highly awarded teaching staff, world-class facilities and outstanding campuses, and enjoy excellent career prospects.

Our graduates have exceptionally high employment rates and superior starting salaries.

– Global reputation– Tradition of success– Leading research– Excellent teaching– Quality programs– World-class facilities and services– Exciting lifestyle in an idyllic location– Lifelong learning

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UNDERgRADUATE PROSPECTUS

2011

UQ St Lucia campus, with Brisbane River and city centre in background

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UQ CELEBRATES ITS CENTENARYIn the 100 years since The University of Queensland was established, we are proud to have delivered teaching and research to not only the people of our State, but also to Australia and the world.

From a cancer vaccine and new generation jet technology, to winning an Academy Award and penning several best-selling works of literature – this is just a tiny fraction of the achievement and success from the many wonderful people who have worked and studied at UQ.

Be part of our second century, and join us as we continue to deliver learning and discovery that is making a difference, globally.

www.uq.edu.au/centenary

SEMESTER 1

Orientation 21-25 February

Semester 1 begins 28 February

Mid-semester break 25-29 April

Semester 1 resumes 3 May

Revision period 6-10 June

Examination period 11-25 June

Semester 1 ends 25 June

Mid-year break 25 June-25 July

Graduation week 18-22 July

SEMESTER 2

Mid-year Orientation 18-22 July

Semester 2 begins 25 July

Mid-semester break 26-30 September

Semester 2 resumes 3 October

Revision period 31 October-4 November

Examination period 5-19 November

Semester 2 ends 19 November

Graduation weeks 5-23 December

SUMMER SEMESTER

Summer Semester28 November- 11 February 2012

QUEENSLAND PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

New Year’s Day 3 January

Australia Day 26 January

Good Friday 22 April

Easter Monday 25 April

Anzac Day 25 April

Labour Day 2 May

Queen’s Birthday 13 June

Royal Queensland Show 17 August

Christmas Day 26 December

Boxing Day 27 December

STUDENTS AND STAFF

Academic staff 2408

Total students40,512 from more than 110 countries

International students 8813

Postgraduate students 10,643

Top three international source countries

China, Singapore, Malaysia

Top three programs by enrolment

Bachelor of Arts, Doctor of Philosophy, Bachelor of Engineering

Graduate job rate79.9% (average full-time rate for Bachelor degree); national average 77.1%

Graduate salary$42,000 (male/female average) ($40,000 national median)

Academic calendar 2011 University facts and figures

Rankings (2009)UK’s Times Higher Education-QS World University Rankings: 41st

Shanghai Jiao Tong University Academic Rankings of World Universities: top 20 in the Asia Pacific and top 150 worldwide

The Australian Good Universities Guide: maximum five-star rating for research grants and research intensity – the only Queensland university to receive this highest rating – and a further five stars for student demand, staff-student ratio, and toughness to get in (St Lucia campus). UQ also earned four stars for getting a job, positive graduate outcomes, graduate salaries, equity group access, and international enrolments.

On a variety of measures UQ is one of the top three universities in the country.

Above: UQ St Lucia – the historic Forgan Smith Building Cover photo (from left to right): students Berenice Tan (Bachelor of Journalism, New Zealand), Nicole Fernandini (Bachelor of Business Management, Peru) and Craig Henderson (Bachelor of Engineering, Kenya)

DisclaimerThe inclusion in this publication of details of a program or a course creates no obligation on the part of the University to teach it as or when described. The University may discontinue or vary programs and courses at any time without notice. Information in this prospectus is accurate as of March, 2010.

While care has been taken to provide accurate information in this prospectus, it is the responsibility of students to check and confirm the specific details of programs, courses and enrolment.

All costs and fees quoted in this publication are in Australian dollars (AUD$).

Any agreement with this University does not remove the right to take action under Australia’s consumer protection laws.

Australian Consumer Protectionwww.fed.gov.au

ESOS complianceThe provision of education services to international students by Australian education institutions is governed by the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2007 and the National Code of Practice for Registration Authorities and Providers of

Education and Training to Overseas Students 2007.The University of Queensland, in providing education services to overseas students, complies with the National Code of Practice of the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) and the Universities Australia code of ethical practice.

CRICOS Provider Number 00025B

ESOS Actwww.dest.gov.au/esos

PrivacyThe University complies with Australian and Queensland privacy laws and guidelines.

Privacywww.uq.edu.au/privacy

This publication was produced by The University of Queensland Office of Marketing and Communications, UQ International and Student and Administrative Services Division. Editor Jennifer Lofgren Design Geoffrey Burmester Photography Stewart Gould, Jeremy Patten, Chris Stacey

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BRISBANE 9.00AM 5.00PM

Auckland 12.00pm 8.00pm

Bangkok 6.00am 2.00pm

Beijing 7.00am 3.00pm

Berlin 12.00am 8.00am

Bandar Seri Begawan 7.00am 3.00pm

Dubai 3.00am 11.00am

Ho Chi Minh City 6.00am 2.00pm

Hong Kong 7.00am 3.00pm

Jakarta 6.00am 2.00pm

Johannesburg 1.00am 9.00am

Kuala Lumpur 7.00am 3.00pm

London 11.00pm 7.00am

Los Angeles 3.00pm 11.00pm

Manila 7.00am 3.00pm

Mexico City 5.00pm 1.00am

Moscow 2.00am 11.00am

New Delhi 4.30am 12.30pm

New York 6.00pm 2.00am

Sao Paulo 8.00pm 4.00am

Seoul 8.00am 4.00pm

Singapore 7.00am 3.00pm

Stockholm 12.00am 8.00am

Suva 11.00am 7.00pm

Taipei 7.00am 3.00pm

Tokyo 8.00am 4.00pm

Vancouver 3.00pm 11.00pm

World timeswww.worldtimeserver.com

UQ business hours (world times)

Business hours at UQ are between 9.00am and 5.00pm weekdays (GMT/UTC plus 10 hours).

Statistics are accurate as at April 2009. Monetary amounts are in Australian dollars.

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Welcome

The University of Queensland (UQ), Australia, gives you opportunities to learn from teachers who are informed by cutting-edge research, including many who contribute to the wealth of global knowledge.

The UQ advantage offers access to Australia’s most awarded teachers and a range of outstanding facilities. It provides an environment for you to build your time at university into one of life’s most rewarding experiences. Here, you can challenge your intellect, establish worldwide social and professional networks, and prepare to enter a career or advance in your profession.

Our range of study programs is one of Australia’s most comprehensive. It includes degrees, diplomas and certificates aimed at meeting the evolving expectations of employers, worldwide, and at empowering students to make positive contributions to their nations and the global community.

A combination of talented students, committed teachers and effective programs develops high-quality UQ graduates, who are sought after by employers.

UQ’s four campuses (St Lucia, Gatton, Herston and Ipswich) are safe, friendly and vibrant. The University is deeply multicultural, and almost 9000 international students from more than 110 countries enhance our 40,000-strong student community. Social, recreational and cultural activities create opportunities for enduring friendships and connections.

Our students ensure this a great university, and I would be delighted to welcome you to join UQ in 2011.

Professor Paul Greenfield AOVICE-CHANCELLOR ANd PREsIdENT

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The University of Queensland enjoys a long tradition of success. Here are 10 reasons to make UQ your university in 2011.

Why choose uq?

VIBRANT cAmPusesAs well as being a great place to study, UQ is a great place to meet new people, enjoy a range of sporting and cultural activities, and relax in a diverse and welcoming environment.

Our four main campuses, at St Lucia and Herston (in Brisbane), Ipswich, and Gatton, boast beautiful grounds in which you can relax, eat, drink and shop. Our campuses also offer:– 150 social and academic clubs and societies– 33 sports clubs– world-class sporting facilities– cultural activities and performances, including

theatre, dances, concerts, movies, debates, barbecues, markets, and art exhibitions.

quAlITy PRoGRAmsUQ has the most comprehensive range of high-quality programs in Queensland, with over 350 programs and 4000 courses offered at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

UQ degrees equip students with the skills and knowledge required to meet emerging workplace and career challenges across a range of disciplines.

Some UQ courses offer field trips to unique locations in south-east Queensland, including the Great Barrier Reef, Moreton Bay, Lamington National Park, and outback Australia, which are designed to build knowledge in an out-of-classroom setting.

Other courses offer internships and industry placements, giving students an opportunity to experience their discipline in a real world setting.

eXcelleNT TeAcheRsIn 2009, UQ’s National Teaching Awards and Citations totaled 53, cementing UQ’s record of winning more national awards for teaching than any other Australian university since the national awards system began in 1997.

UQ has:– a 100% success rate in the Australian

Teaching and Learning Council’s Citations for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning, which recognise teaching excellence in higher education

– a student-centred approach to learning, enhanced by flexible options, a strong online program, and innovative teaching modes

– more than 2600 highly qualified academic staff dedicated to teaching and research, many of whom are recognised internationally as leaders in their fields.

GloBAl RePuTATIoNWhen you choose UQ you are choosing a truly world-class university.

In 2009, UQ was ranked as one of the top 50 universities in the world by the United Kingdom’s prestigious Times Higher Education Supplement-QS. It was also ranked among the top 20 universities in the Asia Pacific and the top 150 worldwide by the 2009 Academic Rankings of World Universities study conducted by Shanghai Jiao Tong University.

As a founding member of the Group of Eight and one of only three Australian members of Universitas 21, UQ prides itself on its long-standing reputation for quality and excellence and is at the forefront of tertiary education.

“I believe my UQ degree will definitely assist me in securing a job as it is indeed a unique university which prepares you aptly with a strong foundation in your studies. I have access to lecturers who are active researchers as well, and there has been plenty of support from lecturers and peer-assisted study sessions to complement my learning.”

ERNEST HOCk LyNN TEE MALAySIA BACHELOR OF BIOTECHNOLOGy STUDENT

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ouTsTANDING cAReeR PRosPecTsUQ qualifications are highly regarded by Australian and international employers.

In the 2008 Employer Review of the Times Higher Education-QS rankings of world universities, UQ was ranked 38th for graduate employability.

In Australia, our graduates enjoy an employment rate higher than the national average.

leADING ReseARchUQ is one of the top three research universities in Australia.

Our researchers constantly push the boundaries to achieve internationally acclaimed breakthroughs. We are leaders in industry collaboration and research funding for Australian universities.

At UQ, you will have the opportunity to study with some of the world’s best researchers.

Research highlights include:– the world’s first cervical cancer vaccine, co-

founded by Professor Ian Frazer and the late Dr Jian Zhou, available in more than 110 countries

– UQ-developed Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) exported throughout the world

– development of a clean energy source from solar-powered bioreactors and micro-algae.

UQ has created more world-class research institutes than any other Australian university, which have attracted a community of more than 1500 scientists, social scientists, and engineers from Australia and around the world.

DeDIcATeD suPPoRT FoR INTeRNATIoNAl sTuDeNTsWe aim to make every student’s time in Australia as smooth as possible, by providing services from arrival to departure.

Services include:– airport pick-up– comprehensive orientation programs– academic and English language support

programs– accommodation assistance– health services– pre-departure advice– IT support– career assistance.

VAluABle oNGoING coNNecTIoNWe love to hear success stories from our graduates, and maintaining excellent relationships with past students is mutually beneficial.

Whether you studied here for a semester on exchange or completed a full degree, we are proud to call you one of our alumni.

Graduates can stay in touch with their discipline and colleagues through a variety of events and activities organised by UQ Alumni groups throughout the world.

As a member of the UQ Alumni community, you will enjoy a lifetime of experiences, with opportunities to maintain and renew friendships and engage in social, educational and intellectual activities within the UQ community.

FIRsT-clAss FAcIlITIesWe are dedicated to developing state-of-the-art teaching facilities in response to student needs and industry expectations.

Our campus facilities are supported by one of the fastest and most advanced information networks in the world.

New specialist facilities, such as the Centre for Advanced Animal Science (CAAS) and the Pharmacy Australia Centre of Excellence (PACE) precinct, enrich learning through cutting-edge technology, and grant students access to industry and research professionals.

Our advanced teaching spaces, with individual touch screens and devices for iPods and recording mechanisms, enhance student interaction, while facilities such as the UQ library provide valuable resources and ongoing support for students.

RelAXeD BRIsBANe lIFesTyleUQ’s campuses are in or around Brisbane, the capital of Queensland. Brisbane is widely considered one of Australia’s most liveable cities, offering a safe, friendly, and multicultural environment.

The city is close to beaches, rainforests, and other tourist attractions, such as theme parks. While relaxed, Brisbane is a modern city that boasts a mix of cafés, restaurants, bars, galleries, museums, sporting events, and shopping districts.

Commerce student Tomas Pineda Vasquez (Colombia), Bioscience student Sandy Pineda Gonzalez (Guatemala), Arts student Axal Huskisson (Australia) and Social Work student Sarah Dakhili (Sweden)

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The uq eXPeRIeNce 5Brisbane and Queensland 6Brisbane 6Brisbane – facts and figures 6Queensland 7

Campuses 8– UQ St Lucia 8– UQ Ipswich 9– UQ Gatton 10– UQ Herston 11

Other sites 12– Teaching and research sites 12– Research institutes 12

Key facilities 14– Library 14– Information technology 14– Teaching spaces 15– Student Centres 15

Student support 16– Academic and English language support 16– Getting Started and Orientation 16– Diversity 17– Personal safety 17– UQ Union 17– Student services 17

Recreation 18– Sport and fitness 18– Entertainment 18– Cultural activities 19– Student clubs and societies 19

Campus services 20– Healthcare 20– Childcare and childcare centres (table) 20– Worship and religion 20– Food, shopping and commercial services 21

Accommodation 22– Airport reception and temporary accommodation 22– Information sessions 22– Accommodation options 22– Residential colleges (table) 24

sTuDy oPTIoNs AT uq 25Undergraduate study 26– Teaching and learning styles 26– Assessment 26– Undergraduate programs 27– Postgraduate programs 28– Pathways to and through UQ 28

Foundation year 29

English language studies 30

Other study opportunities 32– Study Abroad 32– Exchange to UQ 32– Exchange from UQ – UQ Abroad 32– Learn a language at UQ 33

Terminology 34

– Throughout this publication, information panels provide Web and contact details for further information.– All prices are quoted in Australian dollars (AUD$).– Definitions of some common University terms are provided in UQ Terminology on page 34.

FINANcIAl INFoRmATIoN 79Tuition fees 80– Tuition fee calculation 80– Tuition fees – bachelor programs (table) 80– Tuition fees – dual programs (table) 81– Fee refund information 82

Living costs 83– Statutory expenses 83– General expenses 83– Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) 83– Expenses guide (table) 84– Students supporting dependants 85– Employment options 85

Scholarships and financial support 86– Scholarships for international students 86

ADmIssIoN INFoRmATIoN 87Entry requirements 88– Academic entry requirements 88– English language proficiency requirements 90– English – Queensland Year 12 equivalents (table) 91– English – alternative tests and scores (table) 91

Application process 92– How to apply 92– Visas 92– Application details 92– Application process (table) 93

FuRTheR INFoRmATIoN 94UQ online 94

Helpful online resources 95UQ partners 96Application forms insert– Undergraduate Studies (blue) insert– Certificate IV in University Preparation (Foundation year) (beige) insert– English Language Studies (purple) insert– Study Abroad or Exchange Program (green) insert

Maps inside back cover

AcADemIc PRoGRAms 35Areas of Study (index table) 36Agriculture, Animals, Food & Environment 38Business, Economics, Law & Tourism 44Engineering, Architecture & Information Technology 48Health 54Science, Geography & Planning 62Humanities, Social Science, Education & Arts 68

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