University of Queensland
- Australia
- Founded 1909
Overview
The University of Queensland (UQ) is a public research university located primarily in Brisbane, the capital city of the Australian state of Queensland. Established in 1909 by an act of the Queensland Parliament, UQ is one of the six sandstone universities; an informal designation for the oldest university in each state.
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Key facts
| Founded | 1909Source: Wikidata (opens in a new tab) |
|---|---|
| Main location | BrisbaneSource: Wikidata. Other campuses may not be listed. (opens in a new tab) |
| Website | uq.edu.au (opens in a new tab) |
| Official account (opens in a new tab) | |
| YouTube | Official channel (opens in a new tab) |
Data read on 12 November 2026. Check the university's own site for current details.
Scholarships for international students
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People who studied here
- Geoffrey Rush (opens in a new tab)Australian actor (born 1951)
- Peter C. Doherty (opens in a new tab)Australian immunologist
- Dami Im (opens in a new tab)Australian singer
- Taneti Maamau (opens in a new tab)Kiribati politician
- Quentin Bryce (opens in a new tab)25th Governor-General of Australia
- Elton Mayo (opens in a new tab)Australian psychologist and sociologist
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