Student Support

Life at university is not always easy and CQUniversity understands that sometimes you need a helping hand. A range of services are available to help students reach their academic goals and enjoy their time at university. Whether you need help finding accommodation, advice on your career options or counselling for personal problems, CQUniversity is here to help.

Student services

CQUniversity is committed to providing students with every opportunity to achieve success in their study and to enjoy their time at university. This page provides information about the following student services at the Mackay campus:

• Counselling
• Student Association
• Student mentors
• Careers and employment
• Accommodation
• Widening Participation 

Academic support

Many students find themselves in need of academic assistance during their program of study. This page provides information about the following academic support services at the Mackay campus:

• Library
• Communications Learning Centre
• Mathematics Learning Centre
• Information Technology Division
• STEPS

Special needs

CQUniversity provides support services specifically designed for distance education students, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and students with disabilities.

Distance education students

The Mackay campus provides support for distance education students by facilitating orientation meetings, audio-conferences, study groups and other gatherings. Distance education students can also use the Learning Network Queensland (LNQ) centre at the campus, which offers the use of computers, printers, scanners, Internet access, fax machines, photocopiers and video-conferencing equipment.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students

Nulloo Yumbah is CQU's Indigenous Learning, Spirituality and Research Centre. The words Nulloo Yumbah mean Our Place in the language of the Darumbal people, on whose land the Rockhampton campus is built. Nulloo Yumbah staff can help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students with study programs, tutoring, scholarships, career advice, personal issues and cultural issues. For more information, see the Nulloo Yumbah website.

Students with disabilities

The Equity and Diversity Office provides a range of services for students with disabilities, impairments or medical conditions. Special arrangements can be made for exams and access to special resources and equipment can be organised. For more information, see the Equity and Diversity website.