Excellence in Education

Student studying at a table in a public, campus study space
Why Study At CQU?Why Work at CQU?
At CQUniversity, education excellence goes beyond academic achievement, it means delivering inclusive, industry-aligned, and future-focused learning that creates real impact.

As Australia's largest geographically spread university, we offer a unique mix of TAFE and university qualifications. Our flexible pathways let you start where you are and go where you want, from short courses, certificates and diplomas to undergraduate, postgraduate and higher degrees by research.

Excellent Graduate Outcomes

We prepare our graduates to thrive in the real world, equipping them with the skills and experiences that are highly sought after by employers.

CQU received five stars for full-time employment and starting salary for both undergraduate and postgraduate study, placing us among the top 20% of Australian universities*.

*Good Universities Guide 2026.

Transformative Teaching

Our educators bring industry experience, academic excellence, and a strong student-first mindset to every course.

In the latest CompareED results* for both undergraduate and postgraduate courses, we outperformed many other universities, receiving higher results in:

  • student support
  • teaching quality
  • skills development
  • full-time employment
  • median salary
  • educational experience.

*ComparED 2024.

Inclusive University

CQU is committed to providing quality education to everyone and are proud to be ranked #1 in Australia for social equity*.

Amongst all Australian universities. we have some of the highest participation rates of:

  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
  • Students from disadvantaged and mature-age backgrounds
  • First-in-family university students.

Our commitment to access is equity is part of what makes CQU exceptional, we measure our success by who we support, not who we exclude.

*Good Universities Guide 2026.

Aligned to Sustainable Development Goals

Our excellence extends to the future we're helping to shape. CQU is deeply committed to creating a more inclusive, equitable and sustainable world by aligning our teaching, research and operations to the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Many of our research initiatives directly support progress on the SGDs, driving meaningful change in health, education, climate, and social equity.

Real Impact

CQUniversity is proud to be Australia’s first and only Ashoka U Changemaker Campus, recognised globally for social innovation in higher education.

We’re rated as conducting world-class research in 22 categories*, with the highest possible ratings in:

  • Mathematical Sciences
  • Applied Mathematics
  • Electrical and Mechanical Engineering
  • Horticultural Production
  • Psychological and Cognitive Sciences.

Our research is applied, practical, and focused on improving lives in our communities, across industries, and around the world.

*ERA Outcomes 2018.

Learning and Teaching

Discover how CQUniversity delivers high-quality learning and teaching through innovation, industry connections, and student-focused practices.

Find Out More

Why Choose CQU?

Why employ CQU graduates?

Explore why our graduates are our best advertisement and why you should have one on your team.

Why choose CQU to complete your study?

High quality student support, decades of online study experience and courses designed to meet industry needs.

Why choose us for research?

Research that creates impact in our local communities and beyond, get involved!