UniSQ Admissions 2025: Application Deadline, Requirements & Costs

Applicants must satisfy the minimum eligibility to receive International Student Support Scholarship 2024. Applicant must:

• Be an international student
• Be enrolled in on-campus, external or online mode
• Be a commencing student
• Receive an offer to study within one of the study periods in 2024, in an award level programme offered by the University of Southern Queensland
• Meet the academic and English language requirements for the UniSQ award programme for which they apply
• Not be in receipt of another UniSQ tuition fee scholarship
• Not be a sponsored student
• Not be studying through offshore partner

 The University of Southern Queensland offers a number of undergraduate and postgraduate degree, Diploma and certificate programs. International students seeking admission to the University of Southern Queensland are required to meet both course-specific and general admission requirements. The general admission requirements for Indian students are:

• Application form
• High School Certificate with an average of 60% in four subject from CBSE, CISCE and other State Baords
• Interviews and Selection Criteria
• CV/Resume or LinkedIn Profile
• References
• English language proficiency

As per the annual report of 2020, the university has a total of 25,648 students, including 20,376 undergraduates, 924 higher degree research and 4,782 higher degree coursework students. The postgraduate students are 22% of the student population. It further includes 1,997 on-campus and 451 off-shore students from over 94 countries.

The University of Southern Queensland does not publish official data on the acceptance rate. However, as per EduRank, the acceptance rate of the University of Southern Queensland is 69%. This data is from an unofficial source therefore it is subject to change. This data is based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data of the University of Southern Queensland.

The eligibility criteria for international students are as follows:

Undergraduate Admission Requirements

• Indian students are required to have a high school certificate or Diploma from CBSE, CISCE, Maharashtra or other boards 

• Indian students must have an average score of 60% in four academic subjects 

• English language requirements for students are as follows:

Postgraduate Admission Requirements

• Students are required to have an undergraduate degree from a recognised college or university

• Students must have an average of 60% in an undergraduate degree 

• English language requirements for students are as follows: 

Note: Some programs have different requirements. Please check the English requirements webpage for course-wise details.

The University of Southern Queensland is one of the leading universities in the region. The university has been consistently ranked among the best universities globally and nationally. The QS World University Rankings 2023 ranked the University of Southern Queensland in the range of #651-700 in the world. The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2023 ranked the University of Southern Queensland in the range of #301-350 in the world. Meanwhile, the U.S. News and World Report 2023 ranked the University of Southern Queensland #452 among the global universities.

The tuition fee of Master of Computing is mentioned below:

Through the School of Business, the University of Southern Queensland offers a number of business and management courses including MBA programs. The business and management programs of the university are highly ranked and top-rated globally and nationally. The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2023 ranked the University of Southern Queensland in the range of #301-400 in the world.

English is the language of instruction at the University of Southern Queensland. The university requires all international students to demonstrate their proficiency in the English language. The minimum English requirements at the University of Southern Queensland are:

The tuition fee for international students and domestic students at the University of Southern Queensland may vary. The tuition fees for international students will depend on the type of course and levels of study. Here we have given an estimated tuition fee for some popular programs at the University of Southern Queensland.

Students will hear back from the university within 14 days or two weeks after submitting the online application. Research applicants need to allow a minimum of 25 working days for their profile evaluation. It might take longer in specific cases. However, students can check the application status using the admission portal of the university.

The international students can either apply using QTAC or USQ admission portal. To apply through QTAC, students are required to apply via an agent. The process to apply to the university using the USQ portal is as follows:

Step 1: Visit official website.

Step 2: Register an account using your email address. 

Step 3: Start your application and fill in your personal details, such as name, gender, date of birth, citizenship details, contact information, postal address, etc. 

Step 4: Fill in your home address details, education details, English test scores, academic qualifications, etc. 

Step 5: After filling in all the required details, review the application and submit it on the portal.

Next, wait for the results.

The University of Southern Queensland's School of Engineering provides a variety of engineering programmes. The University of Southern Australia has continuously been ranked among the top 200 universities in the world for its engineering programmes by the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings. THE international rating of USM in 2023 was in the region of 151-175, a significant gain from the previous year's 176-200.

Yes, the University of Southern Queensland offer a number of scholarships to international students. There are a number of scholarships offered by the university to talented students. Some of the popular scholarships offered by the University of Southern Queensland are:

• International Student Support Scholarship – 2024
• Australia Award Scholarship
• USQ Advance Queensland PhD Scholarship
• CSIR Postgraduate Scholarships

The Master of Computing program's overarching goal is to produce graduates with high-level abilities in computing theory, practise, and research who are appealing to employers and capable of contributing to an appropriate professional organisation.
Students might study computing at a higher level or in a different topic than their undergraduate degree.
Students will become stronger problem solvers and innovative thinkers when they graduate. They will have advanced abilities in computer theory, practise, and research, offering them a competitive advantage in a dynamic, worldwide, and in-demand career.
Students enrolled in this Master's programme who choose to leave before completing the programme may be awarded the Graduate Diploma of Advanced Computing (GDAC) if they have met the requirements.

The university offers various housing options to international students. Students can choose to stay either in on-campus or off-campus housing accommodation as per their requirements. The university has three residential colleges, Concannon, McGregor, and Steele Rudd. The facilities of the residential college include furnished rooms, broadband internet service, meal options, electricity, water, car parking, access to recreation facilities, 24-hour security service, bathrooms, and common areas. 

Residential Cost

The weekly cost of residential colleges with meal options are as follows: 

Source: University of Southern Queensland

Living Expenses

The number of living expenses is dependent on the lifestyle, accommodation options and personal choices of the students. It varies from student to student. The living expenses are as follows: 

Source: University of Southern Queensland

Note: The rates are subject to change. Students can check the university’s website for exact rates.

*Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 AUD = INR 54.16

The documents submitted to the university must be in English. If not, students are advised to get them translated into the English language. The documents required for international students are listed as follows:

• Official photo & ID 

• Official high school certificates 

• Academic transcripts 

• All post-secondary study certificates 

• Work experience 

• Personal statement 

• Proof of English proficiency 

• Copy of passport 

Note: Documents may vary with courses. For exact details, students can refer to the university’s website.