Central Queensland University for International Students: Fees and Terms

TL;DR: Central Queensland University (CQUniversity) teaches international students at campuses including Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney and Rockhampton. Indicative 2026 first-year fees are about A$38,400 to A$39,840 for popular courses such as nursing, accounting and IT. Terms start in March, July and November, and the International Merit Scholarship can cover up to 25% of course fees.

Central Queensland University runs three terms a year and has city campuses in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane as well as its regional home in Queensland. That gives you more start dates and more choice of city, but it also means you need to check which campus actually runs your course for international students. This guide shows how. To see whether your results fit before you apply, check your eligibility with Prosper.

What does Central Queensland University offer international students?

CQUniversity is a public Australian university whose main campus is Rockhampton North, about 15 minutes from Rockhampton city centre. Its international pages list campus cities in Adelaide, Brisbane, Bundaberg, Cairns, Gladstone, Mackay, Melbourne, Rockhampton, Sydney and Townsville.

The city campuses most international students consider are:

• Melbourne, at 120 Spencer Street in the city centre, focused on business, engineering, IT and health.
• Sydney, at 400 Kent Street, which includes medical labs.
• Brisbane, which runs nursing and IT courses for international students.
• Rockhampton North, the main campus in regional Queensland.

Not every course runs at every campus for student visa holders. The course handbook lists the campuses and terms open to international students for each course, so check it before you choose a city.

Central Queensland University fees for international students

CQUniversity publishes indicative first-year fees on each course page. These are the 2026 figures for three popular courses:

The fee for the remaining study is due term by term, by each term's census date. Fees are reviewed each year, so confirm the figure on your offer. Note that the Master of Business Administration (CL20) is listed as online only for international students in 2026 and 2027, so it is not an on-campus option for student visa holders.

You will also pay for the student visa, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) and living costs. Our guide to Australia tuition fees for international students puts these figures in context.

Central Queensland University intakes and terms

CQUniversity runs three terms a year for coursework students. The 2027 terms start on:

• Term 1: 8 March 2027
• Term 2: 12 July 2027
• Term 3: 8 November 2027

There is no single application deadline. The university advises applying at least three months before your term starts, which leaves time for the offer, the Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) and the visa.

Central Queensland University entry and English requirements

Undergraduate: completion of Australian Year 12, a Certificate IV, a foundation program or an equivalent overseas qualification. Postgraduate coursework: an Australian bachelor's degree or an overseas equivalent.

English scores depend on the course. Some examples from course pages:

The nursing course also accepts PTE Academic (66 overall and in listening, reading and speaking, 56 in writing) and TOEFL iBT (94 overall). Test results must be no more than two years old. For the visa side of English, read our guide to Australia student visa English requirements.

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Central Queensland University scholarships

• International Merit Scholarship: up to 25% off course fees for new undergraduate, postgraduate and research students, including 25% at the Rockhampton and Cairns campuses.
• International Alumni Scholarship: 30% off a further course for CQUniversity graduates.

No deadlines are published for these awards, so ask about them when you apply.

From offer to Confirmation of Enrolment

1. Apply with your transcripts, English test results and passport.
2. Accept your offer by signing the acceptance agreement.
3. Pay your deposit, including OSHC, through Flywire. Bupa is the university's preferred OSHC provider.
4. Receive your CoE, which you need to lodge the student visa.

Our guides to the Confirmation of Enrolment and the Genuine Student requirement explain the visa steps that follow.

Applying from Sri Lanka

CQUniversity handles applicants from Sri Lanka through its South Asia office. It does not publish a separate A/L or degree equivalence table online, so your results are assessed when you apply. Prepare certified copies of your A/L certificates or degree transcripts, and book IELTS or PTE early if you are aiming for nursing, which asks for higher English scores than most courses. Our Australia student visa document checklist lists what to prepare for the visa.

Frequently asked questions

Where are Central Queensland University's campuses?

Central Queensland University's main campus is Rockhampton North in Queensland. It also has campuses in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Cairns, Mackay, Gladstone, Bundaberg and Townsville.

How much does Central Queensland University cost for international students?

CQUniversity's indicative 2026 first-year fees are A$38,400 for the Bachelor of Nursing, A$38,640 for the Master of Professional Accounting and A$39,840 for the Master of Information Technology.

When are the CQUniversity intakes?

CQUniversity has three terms a year. In 2027, Term 1 starts on 8 March, Term 2 on 12 July and Term 3 on 8 November.

What IELTS score does CQUniversity need?

CQUniversity's English requirement depends on the course. The Master of Engineering asks for IELTS 6.0 with no band below 5.5, while the Bachelor of Nursing asks for 7.0 in listening, reading and speaking and 6.5 in writing.

Does CQUniversity offer scholarships to international students?

Yes. CQUniversity's International Merit Scholarship offers up to 25% off course fees for new international students, and graduates can get 30% off a further course.

PS: With three terms and several cities, CQUniversity gives you flexibility, but the right campus depends on your course. Check your eligibility with Prosper and we will match your results to a course, campus and term.

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References

1. Life in Australia (campus cities), CQUniversity, https://www.cqu.edu.au/study/international/studying-in-australia/life-australia (accessed 01/11/2026)
2. Melbourne and Sydney campus pages, CQUniversity, https://www.cqu.edu.au/about-us/locations/melbourne and https://www.cqu.edu.au/about-us/locations/sydney (accessed 01/11/2026)
3. Bachelor of Nursing (CL91), CQUniversity, https://www.cqu.edu.au/courses/cl91/bachelor-of-nursing?audience=INTERNATIONAL (accessed 01/11/2026)
4. Master of Professional Accounting (CC57), CQUniversity, https://www.cqu.edu.au/courses/cc57/master-of-professional-accounting?audience=INTERNATIONAL (accessed 01/11/2026)
5. Master of Information Technology (CC54), CQUniversity Handbook, https://handbook.cqu.edu.au/he/courses/view/CC54 (accessed 01/11/2026)
6. Master of Business Administration (CL20), CQUniversity Handbook, https://handbook.cqu.edu.au/he/courses/view/CL20 (accessed 01/11/2026)
7. Key dates, CQUniversity, https://www.cqu.edu.au/study/international/enquire-apply-accept/key-dates (accessed 01/11/2026)
8. Academic and English requirements, CQUniversity, https://www.cqu.edu.au/study/international/entry-requirements/academic-requirements (accessed 01/11/2026)
9. International scholarships, CQUniversity, https://www.cqu.edu.au/study/international/international-scholarships (accessed 01/11/2026)
10. Accept your offer and OSHC, CQUniversity, https://www.cqu.edu.au/study/international/enquire-apply-accept/accept-your-offer (accessed 01/11/2026)

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