International applying

We want to make applying to QUT as easy as possible. Follow this step-by-step guide for applying for QUT degrees, including:

If you want to apply for a different type of course, you can also apply for:

If you're an international Year 12 student studying an Australian curriculum, either in Australia or overseas, follow the applying process for international Year 12 students.

Six steps to apply

Step 1: Course and requirements Step 2: Check costs and scholarships Step 3: Submit your application Step 4: Respond to your offer Step 5: Apply for your visa Step 6: Commencing your studies

Step 1: Course and requirements

Find a course

Look for a course you want to study:

Check important dates

Check when applications open or close for your course. You'll need to make sure your application is submitted on time.

2024

Coursework degree

Applying to study
Coursework degree

Summer, Monday 30 September 2024

Offshore applicants are those applicants who will submit a new Australian student visa application from outside Australia. Applications close 6 weeks prior to the start of orientation, allowing students enough time to apply for and be granted a visa.

Applying to study
Coursework degree

Summer, Monday 4 November 2024

Onshore applicants are those that will need to submit a new Australian student visa application from within Australia. Applications close 2 weeks before course commencement.

2025

Return to study after exclusion

Applying to study
Return to study after exclusion

Semester 1, Friday 29 November 2024

Final date to apply to return to study after exclusion with all required supporting documents, including the additional documentation outlined in the Coming back to QUT website. Incomplete applications and applications lodged after this date will be considered for semester 2.

Applying to study
Return to study after exclusion

Semester 2, Friday 2 May 2025

Final date to apply to return to study after exclusion with all required supporting documents, including the additional documentation outlined in the Coming back to QUT website. Incomplete applications and applications lodged after this date will be considered for semester 2.

Check the entry requirements

Academic entry requirements

Check your course information to see the academic requirements you will need to meet. This includes any additional requirements like auditions, interviews or portfolios.

Some courses with additional requirements have specific closing dates. Make sure you check these on your course information.

English proficiency requirements

You will need to meet the English language level required for your course. We accept results from a variety of standardised tests. You can see the minimum test scores required via your course information.

You must take your proficiency test no more than two years before the start of your course.

I don’t meet the entry requirements

If you don’t meet the English language or academic requirements for your preferred course, we may offer you a course package, which combines your preferred course with an English or pathway program. If you pass these courses, you can move straight into your full degree.

Genuineness requirements

As part of streamlined visa processing, we must ensure that your application is genuine and that you can successfully complete your planned study. We will consider a range of personal and academic factors when we assess your application, including:

You can explain why you chose to apply for this course, and how it will benefit your future career prospects, when you apply.

Are you eligible for advanced standing (credit)?

What is advanced standing?

Your previous study may count as credit toward your QUT course. That means you won’t have to complete all of the units listed in your course structure, and you may be able to graduate sooner.

Am I eligible?

We have arrangements with a number of institutions overseas and in Australia where advanced standing is approved. You can see which institutions are included and what you may be eligible for through the Advanced Standing Precedent List.

If you can’t find your institution, course or units on the Advanced Standing Precedent List, you can let us know about your previous study on your application form. Make sure that you provide copies of:

If you’re currently studying, you can provide a current enrolment statement or a list of units that you’ll complete before you start studying at QUT, and we’ll take that into account when we assess your application.

What happens next?

If your application is successful, we’ll tell you how many credit points you’ve been granted in your offer letter. This may make your course duration shorter.

Step 2: Check costs and scholarships

Tuition fees

You can check your course information to see the indicative tuition fees for your course. We review fees each year, and your fees might change depending on how many credit points you enrol in.

A standard full-time semester (or study period) load is usually 48 credit points, and an individual unit (or subject) is usually 12 credit points.

Your offer letter will let you know what your indicative fees are for a full-time study period.

Tuition fees usually increase every year. Read the international student fee policy (PDF file, 245.4 KB) and refund policy (PDF file, 132.5 KB) before you accept your offer.

Fees for English language pathway programs

There are extra fees for English language programs that are part of a pathway package. These include:

Extra costs

Some courses have extra costs for things like field trips, equipment or practical training. See your course details for any additional costs.

Financial capacity

You must have access to sufficient funds to cover the full cost of your studies in Australia. This includes tuition, study costs and living expenses. Find out more about your study fees and costs.

Scholarships

We offer dozens of scholarships for students studying in a range of fields. Search our scholarship collection to see if there’s a scholarship you’re eligible for.

Merit scholarships

If you're a high-achieving student, you may be eligible for a merit scholarship. We offer an unlimited number of merit scholarships that cover 25% of your course fee, as long as you maintain a minimum grade point average while you study.

You don't need to apply separately for these scholarships. If you're eligible, we'll offer you a scholarship along with your offer for a place in your chosen course. Read more about the International Merit Scholarship.

Government aid

Many countries offer financial support for students studying overseas. See what government aid programs you might be eligible for.

Step 3: Submit your application

Supporting documents

When you submit your application, you’ll need to include copies of:

If you are currently in Australia, you must include a copy of your current confirmation of enrolment (CoE).

If your documents are not in English, you will need to supply an English translation.

English proficiency test results

Include a copy of your English test results in your application, if available.

Check your course information for test results that we only accept and the study and qualifications that also meet the proficiency requirements for that course.

Do I need an agent?

A QUT official representative is required for applicants from certain countries.

Africa

Middle East

Asia

Europe

Note: This list is subject to change. Australian sanction laws enforce United Nations Security Council (UNSC) and Australian Autonomous sanctions regimes. Up to date details on country specific sanctions can be found on the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade website.

Apply directly to QUT

To apply for your course, access the QUT Application Portal.

Applications are open all year.

Apply through a QUT representative

If you need help applying, visit one of our QUT official representatives.

Application fee

When you submit your application, you’ll need to pay a non-refundable application fee of $100. Payment is made within the QUT Application Portal.

Step 4: Respond to your offer

If your application is successful, we'll send you an offer. Once you have met the conditions of your offer, find out how to accept your unconditional offer.

Check important dates

Check when you need to accept your offer.

2024

Coursework degree

Acceptance of offer
Coursework degree

Summer, Monday 28 October 2024

Offshore applicants are those that will need to submit a new Australian student visa application from outside Australia. Accept your offer 3 weeks prior to the start of your classes.

Acceptance of offer
Coursework degree

Summer, Monday 11 November 2024

Onshore applicants are those that will need to submit a new Australian student visa application from within Australia. Accept your offer 1 week prior to the start of your classes.

Diploma

Acceptance of offer
Diploma

College Summer, Monday 28 October 2024

Offshore applicants are those that will need to submit a new Australian student visa application from outside Australia. Accept your offer 3 weeks prior to the start of your classes.

Acceptance of offer
Diploma

College Summer, Monday 11 November 2024

Onshore applicants are those that will need to submit a new Australian student visa application from within Australia. Accept your offer 1 week prior to the start of your classes.

English for academic purposes (Extended)

Acceptance of offer
English for academic purposes (Extended)

15 Week EAP 3, Monday 23 September 2024

15EP3, 2024 - Offshore applicants are those applicants who will submit a new Australian student visa application from outside Australia. Accepting your offer for EAP1, EAP2 & EAP3 (Extended) is required to be done 3 weeks prior to the start of classes.

Under 18 students

If you are Under 18 at the start of your QUT studies, your offer will be conditional on you and your parents/guardian completing the QUT Under 18 Supervision Program application form (PDF file, 484.6 KB).

In this form you will need to nominate either:

Residing in Australia with parent or guardian until you turn 18

As you will be living with and in the care of your parent or guardian:

Nominate QUT for welfare arrangements

This option is if you will not be accompanied by a parent, guardian or suitable relative until you turn 18. You must stay at a QUT approved accommodation for students under the age of 18.