Leadership and Strategy

CQU is committed to accessible, socially responsible, and world-class education and research that drives positive change in our communities.

Innovation and practicality are at the heart of CQUniversity. Our forward-thinking approach has driven significant impact across regional, national, and international stages.

Our Purpose

To provide world-class, inclusive education, training and research opportunities to our students, partners and communities across Australia and internationally.

Our Vision

To be Australia’s most accessible and supportive university, connecting our regions to the world through innovative education, training and research excellence.

Strategic Plan

Our Strategic Plan embodies our commitment to vision, values, and the transformative power of education.

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CQU Council

CQUniversity is governed by a Council, chaired by the Chancellor, that provides strategic direction and oversight to ensure we achieve our goals.

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Meet our Vice-Chancellor

Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Nick Klomp leads our strategic planning, finance, and external affairs, working closely with our Council to guide CQU's future.

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Values and Brand

Our values shape our culture, guiding decision-making and behaviours across CQUniversity.

Engagement

We recognise that authentic engagement with our communities, industries, stakeholders, and students is an inseparable feature of our social purpose.

Can Do

We have the skills, vision, and courage to achieve anything. We support one another to seize opportunities and overcome challenges.

Openness

As individuals and as a university, we build trust by acting with integrity and embracing open and honest dialogue.

Leadership

We value leadership as a quality embedded within every role at CQUniversity, and recognise that initiative, collaboration, accountability, and daring to be different define our success as leaders.

Inclusiveness

We value accessible education as an undeniable human right afforded to any person who aspires to it, anchored by a shared sense of equity, kindness, and humanity.

Our refreshed brand

For the first time in over a decade, we have refreshed our brand with a modern logo, updated colours, and a design system that honours our heritage while embracing a future-focused, accessible approach.

Despite the change, you can expect the same name, values, and great experience from CQU as we transition to a new look that's designed for broader audience engagement and improved digital presence. 

CQUniversity’s refreshed brand aligns with our vision of being Australia’s most accessible and supportive university. Designed for inclusivity, our new system prioritises accessibility, scalability, and legibility to meet best-practice standards and serve diverse audiences.

CQUniversity Australia – Brand Refresh

Why Choose CQU

Top 55 globally

committed to sustainability

Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2024

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5 star rated

student support

The Good Universities Guide 2025

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Top 500

among the world's best universities

QS World University Rankings 2025

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More About CQU

Reconciliation Action Plan

Our plan to increase access, participation and success of First Nations peoples

Annual Report

Explore CQUniversity's accomplishments and impact in our annual report. Learn about our commitment to excellence, innovation, and transformative education.