Upfront

15 reasons to choose QUT If you’re thinking about studying STEM – and why wouldn’t you with jobs growing at twice the rate available in a huge range of areas? – QUT is the perfect uni for you, whatever your interests

1Industry connections are strong

Courses at QUT are a little different – in a good way! QUT teams up with industry professionals to create their course content and you’ll be taught by experts and guest lecturers in the field.

2You’ll get real-world experience

QUT takes things to the next level with practical learning experiences. Think: industry-standard labs, workshops, studios and clinics using tech the pros use!

3You get to study in Brisbane

Brisbane has nearly 300 sunny days a year plus cool cafes, multicultural festivals and an exciting live music scene. And both QUT campuses are close to it all.

4Queensland is a STEM and innovation hotspot

Sunshine State? More like the STEM State! Queensland has a whole strategy for growing STEM skills and QUT is right amongst it with their own Science and Engineering Centre.

5You can study your way

There’s no ‘one size fits all’ at QUT. Depending on your course, you can choose all types of study combos.

6It's world-class!

QUT is a research institute with strong links to international research facilities and infrastructure.

7Staff know their stuff

QUT staff are at the top of their field. They’re across the latest teaching practices and provide support and mentoring to their students.

8Amazing learning environments

You’ll be inspired to do your best at QUT. For example, the QUT Health Clinics give students the opportunity to work with and help real patients! 9 The social life is fantastic Uni isn’t just about study, it’s also about experiencing new things. At QUT, you can join any one of the 130 student-led clubs, drop in on a networking night or sign up for the Dragon Boat Regatta.

10 Diversity is celebrated

QUT is committed to developing better access to university education for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through their Oodgeroo Unit, assisting students with a disability, injury or health condition and enabling the rise of women in STEM. QUT’s Ally Network also provides support, safe zones, services, events and resources to QUT staff and students who identify as LGBTIQA+. 11 There are loads of work experience ops Work-integrated learning units allow you to work in organisations and workplaces to see exactly what your future career will be like. 12 You can go global QUT partners with over 200 unis in 43 countries around the world. Study overseas, anyone? 13 It has ALL the facilities We’re talking, pool, gym, cycle centre, museums, libraries, public arts venues, dining and shopping! 14 The Cube Have you seen The Cube? You’ll find it at QUT. It’s epic and one of the world’s largest digital interactive learning and display spaces.

15 They are serious about sustainability

QUT is tackling global challenges and sustainability via their action plan, with aims to be carbon neutral by 2030. – Louise Meers