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1 UNDERGRADUATE INTERNATIONAL UQ GUIDE 2016 UNDERGRADUATE SUPPLEMENT REVISED EDITION TOP 100 UNIVERSITIES WORLDWIDE

2 The 2016 UQ Undergraduate program supplement for international students is a companion booklet to the International UQ Guide 2016, which can be found online at HOW TO USE THIS SUPPLEMENT 1 2 Check 3 Check 4 Follow Choose a program (you can choose by area of interest or, if you know what you re looking for, by program name) the English language requirements (page 33 of this booklet) the application closing date (page 29 of this booklet) the instructions on page 37 of this booklet to submit your application If at any point you would like more detailed information about a program, you can look it up on our courses and website: or download the UQ International Student Guide app: Information about UQ s study environment, refund policy, legal rights and support services, as well as information for students living with families, and estimated costs for living in Brisbane can be found in the International UQ Guide 2016 or at Disclaimer The inclusion in this publication of details of a program or a course creates no obligation on the part of the University to teach it as or when described. The University may discontinue or vary and courses at any time without notice. Information in this guide is accurate as at July While care has been taken to provide accurate information in this prospectus, it is the responsibility of students to check and confirm the specific details of, courses and enrolment. All costs and fees quoted in this publication are in Australian dollars (AU$) unless otherwise indicated. Any agreement with this University does not remove the right to take action under Australia s consumer protection laws. Australian Consumer Protection ESOS compliance The provision of education services to international students by Australian education institutions is governed by the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000 and the National Code of Practice for Registration Authorities and Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students The University of Queensland, in providing education services to overseas students, complies with the National Code of Practice of the Department of Education and the Universities Australia code of ethical practice. Provider Number 00025B ESOS Act Privacy The University complies with Australian and Queensland privacy laws and guidelines. Privacy Tuition fee refunds Refer to page 50 of the International UQ Guide 2016 for information about tuition fee refunds, or go to ppl.app.uq.edu.au/content/ internationalstudent-refunds. This publication was produced by The University of Queensland Office of Marketing and Communications, UQ International, and Academic Services Division.

3 International Undergraduate Program Supplement UQ Guide CHOOSE A Use this list to locate an individual program, or if you aren t quite sure what you want to study yet, flip to one of the highlighted areas of interest to browse all the on offer in that study section. AGRIBUSINESS, AGRICULTURE, ENVIRONMENT AND SCIENCE BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 8 11 ENGINEERING, ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING, AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY HEALTH HUMANITIES, EDUCATION, PSYCHOLOGY AND MUSIC Advanced Science 4 Agribusiness 4 Agricultural Science 4 Applied Science 4 Architectural Design 14 Arts 24 Biomedical Science 18 Biotechnology 5 Business [Associate Degree] 10 Business, Agribusiness 4 [Associate Degree] 10 Business Management 10 Business Management 10 Commerce 10 Communication 24 Dental Science 18 Economics 10 Education (Primary) 24 Education (Primary) 25 Education (Secondary) 25 Engineering 14 Engineering [Bachelor and Master] 14 Environmental Management 5 Environmental Science 5 Exercise and Nutrition Sciences 18 Exercise and Sport Sciences 18 Food Technology 5 Global Issues [Diploma] 28 Health Sciences 19 Health, Sport and Physical Education 19 Human Services 25 Information Technology 15 International Hotel and Tourism Management 11 International Studies 25 Journalism 26 Languages [Diploma] 28 Laws 11 Management, Business Management 10 Environmental Management 5 International Hotel and Tourism Management 11 Medicine [Doctor of] (Graduate Entry) 21 Midwifery 19 Multimedia Design 15 Music 26 Music 26 Music Performance [Diploma] 28 Nursing 19 Occupational Health and Safety Science 20 Occupational Therapy 20 Pharmacy 20 Physiotherapy 20 Psychological Science 27 Psychological Science 27 Regional and Town Planning 15 Regional and Town Planning 15 Science 6 Agricultural Science 4 Biomedical Science 18 Dental Science 18 Environmental Science 5 Exercise and Nutrition Sciences 18 Exercise and Sport Sciences 18 Health Sciences 19 Occupational Health and Safety Science 20 Psychological Science / 27 Social Science 27 Veterinary Science 6 Social Science 27 Social Work 28 Social Work 28 Speech Pathology 21 Veterinary Science 6

4 2 UQ Guide 2016 International Undergraduate Program Supplement AGRIBUSINESS, AGRICULTURE, ENVIRONMENT AND SCIENCE Whether you are interested in agriculture, plant and animal sciences, the environment, mathematics or chemistry, UQ will help you develop the specialist scientific skills you need to undertake a key role in solving the challenges facing our world today. UQ RANKINGS QS world university rankings by subjects 2014 SHI LIY REENIE CHIN, SINGAPORE Science (Chemistry) Environmental Science (No.1 in Australia) Agriculture and Forestry (No.1 in Australia) Biological Sciences (No.1 in Australia) Geography UQ is internationally renowned for its highly awarded teaching staff and worldclass research facilities. Undergraduate science students have many opportunities to take part in research and I completed two substantial projects during my studies. The lecturers and academic staff were very helpful and took very good care of me. UQ has: more than 1800 laboratories, including specialist teaching and research labs, giving you more lab time and research opportunities than any other university in the state. Australia s most extensive marine science teaching and research facilities including the Heron Island and the Moreton Bay research stations off Queensland s east coast. exciting field trips in selected courses that can take you from the Great Barrier Reef and Moreton Bay to Lamington National Park and Mt Isa. the most modern veterinary science facilities in the southern hemisphere and the most comprehensive animal research and teaching centre in Australia.

5 International Undergraduate Program Supplement UQ Guide FEATURED : Science The Science is a versatile degree that provides you with the optimal balance between a defined sequence of study and flexible course options. With majors ranging from Archaeological Science to Zoology, you will study an extensive range of courses underpinned by cutting-edge research, and develop high levels of initiative, independent thinking and communication skills. This innovative program has been designed to develop graduates with the key practical skills in a chosen discipline plus interdisciplinary knowledge required to address today s global challenges. Graduates will be qualified for employment opportunities in a wide array of science and non-science industries. Program code 2030 (St Lucia)/ 2330 (Gatton) code J Duration 3 In the Science, you will complete a specialisation whether it be a major, an extended major or a dual major in your chosen area of science plus a number of elective options. Tailor your study plan according to your interests and explore the flexibility to incorporate up to one third of your courses from other UQ. STRUCTURE: OPTION 1: BSc with one major OPTION 2: BSc with two majors OPTION 3: BSc with extended major or dual major units** from the Science course list^, including Statistics course (STAT1201) (2 units) Science courses in chosen major (14 units) Other science courses from the BSc course list (14 units) 36 units from the Science course list, including Statistics course (STAT1201) (2 units) Science courses in first major (14 units) Science courses in second major (14 units) Other science courses from the BSc course list (6 units) units from the Science course list, including Statistics course (2 units) Science courses from either extended major or dual major (22 units) Other science courses from the BSc course list (8 units) Electives (16 units) Electives (12 units) Electives (16 units) Electives: Choose science courses or courses from across UQ such as music, history, business, or most other undergraduate courses; or choose a combination of both. **Each course at UQ is generally comprised of 2 units. ^BSc course list available at Science majors Gatton Animal and Veterinary Bioscience* Soil and Plant Bioscience* St Lucia Archaeological Science* Biochemistry & Molecular Biology Biomedical Science* Chemistry Computer Science* Ecology Food Science* Genetics Geographical Science Geological Sciences* Marine Biology* Marine Science Mathematics* Microbiology Physics* Plant Science Psychology* Statistics Zoology *Also available as an extended major. Please check the following list for basic information about UQ s science undergraduate, including academic and English language entry requirements, indicative annual program fees, program duration, start semesters and majors. To access more detailed information about the Faculty of Science, visit

6 4 UQ Guide 2016 International Undergraduate Program Supplement Advanced Science Biology Chemistry Geographical sciences Geological sciences Mathematics Physics This elite program provides you with the foundation for a research career, with continuous interaction with researchers from your first year of study. You will visit research laboratories, conduct a research project in your final year, and be mentored by academics. You will interact with other high-achieving students and be exposed to cutting-edge technologies and discoveries to put you at the forefront of the next generation of scientists F See page will graduate Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 English, Mathematics B, plus two of Agricultural Science, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Mathematics C or Physics St Lucia $35,277 IELTS overall 6.5 MPhil, PhD Agribusiness You will study business management, market research and marketing, finance, strategy, and business sustainability, with a specialist orientation to food and fibre industries. Through a range of elective courses, you can tailor your studies to your preferred area of interest or career path within agribusiness G See page Three Additional year of study Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 English and Mathematics A Gatton $35,277 IELTS overall 6.5 Applied Science (Semester 1 start only) Agribusiness, Graduate Certificate in / Master of Agribusiness, MPhil, PhD Placements: 30 days approved industry practice in at least two positions in agribusiness must be completed before enrolling in AGRC3000 Agricultural Science Animal science Plant science The most comprehensive of UQ s agricultural, this program will develop your expertise in a wide range of life, land and management sciences, enabling you to understand complex interactions in agricultural systems. You will gain an appreciation of the relationships between agricultural and natural systems and be ready to meet the challenge of integrating sound technical and economic knowledge in a sustainable manner, while developing general and specialised expertise within the disciplines of animal science, plant science, soil science, economics and management A See page will graduate Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 English, and Chemistry or Mathematics B Gatton/ St Lucia Graduate Certificate in / Graduate Diploma in / Master of Agricultural Science, PhD Placements: Six-month internship in an agricultural production enterprise, agribusiness or research institution Practical opportunities: Some courses within this program offer an international study tour. See science.uq.edu.au/practical-opportunities. Special note: Some external courses may require residential school attendance $35,277 IELTS overall 6.5 Applied Science Agronomy Animal production Crop production (EM) Equine management Equine science (EM) Horticulture Production animal science (EM) Urban horticulture (EM) Veterinary technology (EM) Wildlife science (EM) This program provides you with a broad understanding of scientific principles as well as the practical knowledge to solve problems. Select from extended majors or a more general program that includes a range of electives. The program offers you flexible options depending on your career aspirations, making it possible to enter a wide range of industries G See page Three Additional year of study Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 English and Mathematics A or B (or acceptable alternative) Gatton $35,277 IELTS overall 6.5 Agribusiness Applied Science, MPhil, PhD Placements: 30 days approved industry practice Practical opportunities: Some courses within this program offer a practical placement or international study tour. See science.uq.edu.au/practical-opportunities. Contact details: International Student Advisor (free call within Australia) or

7 International Undergraduate Program Supplement UQ Guide Biotechnology Bioinformatics Bioprocess technology Chemical biotechnology Drug design and development Microbial biotechnology Molecular biotechnology Nanotechnology Plant biotechnology Innovation management plus a Biotechnology major Biotechnology applies scientific and engineering principles to living organisms to produce products and services of value to society. It is used in processes ranging from cheese production, brewing, and wastewater management, through to drug design and gene therapy. This program focuses on developing skills relevant to industry as well as applied biotechnology research. It provides a strong scientific foundation and is taught by staff who are actively engaged in research. From second year on, you will be exposed to commercial and intellectual property concepts that are relevant and important in biotechnology. Eligible students will have the option to undertake additional research in the final year G See page will graduate of honours Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 English, Mathematics B and one of Chemistry or Physics (or acceptable alternative) Engineering St Lucia $35,277 IELTS overall 6.5 Master of Business, PhD Special note: Honours year commences three weeks before the start of Semester 1 in the standard academic calendar (i.e. early February); in Semester 2, Honours year commences at the start of the standard academic calendar Practical opportunities: Some courses within this program offer a practical placement. See science.uq.edu.au/practical-opportunities. Environmental Management Natural systems and wildlife Sustainable development Gain the skills to address many of the challenges faced by our environment, both locally and globally. Bridging the gap between science and management, this program incorporates fundamental biophysical and social sciences, and multidisciplinary skills in environmental management, decision making and policy analysis. You will develop the ability to manage complex problems that threaten the survival of natural systems, and study the social, cultural, economic, legal and management aspects of environmental management F See page will graduate Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 English (or acceptable alternative) Placements: 14-week industrial placement within Australia or overseas Practical opportunities: Some courses within this program offer a practical placement, field trip or international study tour. See science.uq.edu.au/practical-opportunities. St Lucia $35,277 IELTS overall 6.5 PhD Agribusiness, Agriculture, Environment and Science Environmental Science Earth resources Ecology and conservation Environmental toxicology Natural resource science Develop your scientific skills, knowledge and understanding of the legal, political and social aspects of environmental management to contribute to the solution of the world s environmental challenges. Through the Environmental Science you will address these topics and develop skills in systems analysis and planning. Study fundamental environmental processes, the way they can be described, monitored and predicted, and the effect of human impact on the physical and biological environment B See page will graduate Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 English, Mathematics B and one of Chemistry or Physics St Lucia $35,277 IELTS overall 6.5 PhD Special note: Honours year commences three weeks before the start of Semester 1 in the standard academic calendar (i.e. end of January); in Semester 2, Honours year commences at the start of the standard academic calendar Bachelor of Food Technology Food scientists and food technologists study the physical, microbiological and chemical makeup of food to improve taste, quality, appearance, nutritional value and food safety. Be part of this growing area of science. You will develop the skills for a career in this field, with opportunities to apply your knowledge in all stages of food production, from raw material harvesting until it reaches the consumer. You will examine the optimisation of food quality, quantity and processing, food safety and nutritional value, and the means of production, processing, preservation, distribution and use. This program prepares you for employment in technical and scientific food manufacturing industries and does not cover the domestic cooking, catering or hospitality fields B See page Placements: 14-week placement within food industry in Year 3 will graduate Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 English, Chemistry and Mathematics B St Lucia $35,277 IELTS overall 6.5 Graduate Certificate in / Master of Food Studies, PhD Contact details: International Student Advisor (free call within Australia) or

8 6 UQ Guide 2016 International Undergraduate Program Supplement Science Gatton Animal and veterinary bioscience (EM) Soil and plant bioscience (EM) St Lucia Archaeological science (EM) Biochemistry and molecular biology Bioinformatics (DM) Biomedical science (EM) Biophysics (DM) Chemical sciences (DM) Chemistry Computational science (DM) Computer science (EM) Ecology Food science (EM) Food science and nutrition (DM) Genetics Geographical sciences Geological sciences (EM) Marine biology (EM) Marine science Mathematics (EM) Microbiology Physics (EM) Plant science Psychology (EM) Statistics Zoology UQ s flagship science program, this degree can be tailored to meet your individual needs and interests. You can select course combinations from science and non-science in first year, and then focus on one or two specialist areas in second and third year. Upon graduation, you will have highly developed levels of personal initiative, be able to work collaboratively, understand the interdisciplinary nature of science, possess superior technical skills, understand sustainability, be able to communicate to the wider community and be immediately employable (St Lucia) 2330 (Gatton) J See page DURATION Three HONOURS START Additional year of study Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 English, Mathematics B and one of Chemistry or Physics (or acceptable alternative) Arts, Business Management, Commerce, Economics, Education (Secondary), Engineering, Information Technology, Journalism, Laws, Music, Music St Lucia $35,277 IELTS overall 6.5 Gatton $35,277 Science ; a range of Graduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas, Masters and PhD Special note: Honours year commences three weeks before the start of Semester 1 in the standard academic calendar (i.e. early February); for Semester 2, Honours year commences at the start of the standard academic calendar Practical opportunities: Some courses within this program offer a practical placement, field trip or international study tour. See science.uq.edu.au/practical-opportunities. Veterinary Science This program prepares you to work as a veterinarian in the care and welfare of animals. You will learn how to apply medical, diagnostic, and therapeutic principles to the care of companion, domestic, exotic, wildlife, and production animals. Veterinary science is vital to the study and protection of animal production practices, herd health, and monitoring of the spread of diseases. Human health is protected by veterinary science working closely with many medical professionals to carefully monitor livestock health, and apply knowledge of epidemiology and emerging zoonotic diseases A See page ; all applications assessed on case-bycase basis Five will graduate Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 English, Chemistry, Mathematics B, and one of Physics or Biology (or acceptable alternative) Gatton $57,240 IELTS overall 7 / writing 6, speaking 7 Graduate Certificate in / Graduate Diploma in / Master of Veterinary Studies, PhD Placements: Eight weeks vacation work by end of Year 3, eight-week clinical practical in Year 4, three weeks specialist practice in Year 5 Special note: You must pass all courses listed for any given semester to be able to progress to the next semester. Contact details: International Student Advisor (free call within Australia) or

9 International Undergraduate Program Supplement UQ Guide ^ Indicative full-time fee The indicative annual fee is calculated based on a standard full-time study load in 2016 (usually this is 16 units but this may vary). Fees for less than a standard full-time study load in the year or for which do not commence in Semester 1, should be pro-rated. UQ also charges a capped annual Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) see page 29 for more details. Dual major (DM) Combination of two different disciplines in one major. Extended major (EM) These majors provide you with the option of studying 24 units in one field, gaining deeper knowledge in that discipline. Some fields require extended majors for progression to Honours. Agribusiness, Agriculture, Environment and Science Contact details: International Student Advisor (free call within Australia) or

10 8 UQ Guide 2016 International Undergraduate Program Supplement BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW The Faculty of Business, Economics and Law offers a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate which allow for a wide range of specialisation with a high degree of relevance to employers. Programs are designed for students with aspirations of becoming leaders in the business and law sectors and to help develop their expertise and equip them for a rewarding career. UQ RANKINGS QS world university rankings by subjects Accounting and Finance Economics and Econometrics HU JUNJIE DANIEL, SINGAPORE Commerce (Finance) The Commerce offers a good foundation in fundamental commerce principles that are essential yet versatile to prepare us for a wide range of career options. Majoring in finance enables me to pursue my interest in understanding the financial market. Moreover, the focus on problem solving hones my critical thinking which will allow me to more effectively contribute to my career MBA Ranking 16 TOP HHHHH in the world (The Economist) 2014 the leading MBA outside of Europe and North America. MBA provider in Australia (AFR BOSS Magazine) 2013 UQ s MBA has received a five-star rating by Australia s most influential rating body, the GMAA, for ten in a row. School of Economics Ranking 38 in the world (RePec top 25% Economics Departments) 2015 ACCREDITATIONS First business school in Australia to gain dual accreditation from AACSB International and EQUIS - the most prestigious standards a business school can achieve. Our (degrees) are accredited with professional associations such as the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), CPA Australia, the Australian Institute of Chartered Accountants (ICAA), the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI), Australian Computer Society (ACS), Australian Property Institute (API) and the Australian Securities & Investment Commission (ASIC).

11 International Undergraduate Program Supplement UQ Guide FEATURED : Commerce The Commerce program prepares you for a career in accounting, banking, financial management, information systems and management. Compulsory courses in the degree build a solid foundation of business skills that you will apply to many decisions and issues in the contemporary business environment. These core skills are then further developed in your second and third as you specialise by undertaking one or two majors. Commerce majors are in accounting, business information systems and finance. Completion of the degree with the accounting major, for example, allows students to apply for associate membership of the professional accounting bodies. The combination of core skills and specialist knowledge learned in the Commerce will ensure you can adapt effectively to the ever-changing business environment and as a result be in high demand with employers. UQ Business School s lecturers and tutors are industry leaders and our vast network of industry contacts means you can develop practical experience at some of the world s leading companies. Program code 2024 code K Duration 3 STRUCTURE: COMPULSORY COURSES (12 courses): Accounting for Decision Making Financial Reporting Principles of Management Accounting Introductory Microeconomics Introductory Macroeconomics Quantitative Economic & Business Analysis A Financial Management Business Law Computer-based Information Systems Introduction to Management Foundations of Marketing Integrated Commerce in Practice MAJOR ACCOUNTING (Students must complete at least 6 courses from the following): Auditing & Public Practice External Reporting Issues Accounting for Corporate Structures Management Accounting Advanced Management Accounting Corporations Law Income Tax Law ELECTIVES BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS (Students must complete all 6 courses from the following): Business Information Systems Systems Analysis & Design Data and Information Management Database Management in Business Managing the Virtual Organisation Managing Information Systems & Services FINANCE (Students must complete at least 6 courses from the following): Introductory Econometrics Financial Markets & Institutions Corporate Finance Investments & Portfolio Management International Financial Management Banking & Lending Decisions Derivatives and Risk Management Students may select courses from the list below or from other courses across UQ. For full details of rules and requirements, please visit Auditing & Public Practice External Reporting Issues Accounting for Corporate Structures Management Accounting Advanced Management Accounting Business Information Systems Quantitative Economic & Business Analysis B Introductory Econometrics Financial Markets & Institutions Applied Econometrics for Macroeconomics and Finance Applied Econometrics for Microeconomics Corporate Finance Investments & Portfolio Management International Financial Management Banking & Lending Decisions Derivatives and Risk Management Foundations of Electronic Commerce Electronic Commerce Systems Development Systems Analysis & Design Corporations Law Income Tax Law Business and Taxation Data and Information Management Database Management in Business Electronic Commerce Infrastructure Management Securing the Commercial Internet Managing the Virtual Organisation Managing Information Systems & Services Please check the following list for basic information about UQ s business, economics and law undergraduate, including academic and English language entry requirements, indicative annual program fees, program duration, start semesters and majors. To access more detailed information, visit or (for the Associate Degree in Business only).

12 10 UQ Guide 2016 International Undergraduate Program Supplement Associate Degree in Business Designed as either a stand-alone business qualification or as a pathway to the Business Management, this program is delivered by UQ College and is closely aligned to the structure and content of the foundation component of the Business Management degree G See page DURATION 1.3 (four trimesters) HONOURS START TRIMESTER N/A 1 (25 January 2016) 3 (12 September 2016) Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent). Year 12 English, English Communication and Mathematics are recommended St Lucia $28,454 IELTS overall 6.5 Business Management 15 October 2015 (Trimester 1), 1 June 2016 (Trimester 3) Business Management Advertising Business economics ebusiness Human resources International business Marketing Real estate and development Sustainability Designed for business leaders and managers of the future, this program will give you the necessary knowledge, skills and selfconfidence to assist in effective and successful management within constantly changing and highly competitive national and international business environments. You will complete compulsory core courses and then choose a major. A range of electives is also available, including advanced business management courses A See page DURATION Three HONOURS START Additional year of study Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 English, Mathematics A or any combination of Mathematics A, B or C Special note: If you have completed prior tertiary education, you may be eligible for advanced standing/ credit transfer Arts, Commerce, Economics, Education (Secondary), Engineering, Information Technology, International Hotel and Tourism Management, Journalism, Laws, Science St Lucia $34,611 IELTS overall 6.5 Business Management ; Graduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas, Masters and PhD Commerce Accounting Business information systems Finance This program prepares you for any career in general management, banking, financial management, and accounting and information systems. You will also be equipped to work as a public accountant in commercial or government administration, or in private practice. Courses focus on accounting, financial planning, decision-making and control in organisations. You will examine the fundamental principles of commerce and the business environment, and learn how to apply business principles to contemporary business practices K See page DURATION Three HONOURS START Additional year of study Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 English and Mathematics B Special note: If you have completed prior tertiary education, you may be eligible for advanced standing/ credit transfer Arts, Business Management, Economics, Engineering, Information Technology, Laws, Science St Lucia $34,611 IELTS overall 6.5 Commerce ; Graduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas, Masters and PhD Economics The study of economics is central to an understanding of business, markets, trade, government policies, international issues, globalisation, health, development and the environment. This program enables you to work on important policy and decision challenges in business and government. Its focus on resource allocation and decision-making means you can pursue individual interests and professional specialisations through a wide choice of courses, including business economics, economic history, econometrics, environmental and resource economics, financial markets, labour economics, health economics, international trade and development, macroeconomics and microeconomics. Business and industry Economics and public policy International trade and finance Natural resources and environment Quantitative methods F See page DURATION Three HONOURS START Additional year of study Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 English and Mathematics B Special note: If you have completed prior tertiary education, you may be eligible for advanced standing/ credit transfer Arts, Business Management, Commerce, Engineering, Laws, Science St Lucia $34,611 IELTS overall 6.5 Economics ; Graduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas, Masters and PhD Contact details: International Student Advisor (free call within Australia) or

13 International Undergraduate Program Supplement UQ Guide International Hotel and Tourism Management Event management Hospitality management Tourism management Laws This program will equip you with core business skills, such as human resources, finance and marketing, to enable you to enter the global tourism industry. It incorporates a range of compulsory courses, including a Professional Development course that will give you insights into the industry, and a choice of three majors that will then allow you to extend this learning in a professional context K See page DURATION Three HONOURS START Additional year of study Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 English, Mathematics A or any combination of Mathematics A, B or C Special note: If you have completed prior tertiary education, you may be eligible for advanced standing/ credit transfer Arts, Business Management St Lucia $34,611 IELTS overall 6.5 International Hotel and Tourism Management ; Graduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas, Masters and PhD The Laws (LLB(Hons)) will provide you with an education in the law that is distinguished by its rigour, depth and conceptual sophistication. You will gain a thorough understanding of the concepts, principles, policies and values of the law both in Australia and other jurisdictions. You will also develop outstanding skills in critical analysis, thought and argument, skills which will be valuable in whatever career you choose. As well as courses required for professional admission, the LLB (Hons) offers a range of elective courses and extra-curricular activities that provide opportunities to put the knowledge acquired in the classroom into a practical context, and enhance transferable skills such as advocacy and negotiation C See page will graduate Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 English Special note: If you have completed prior tertiary education, you may be eligible for advanced standing/ credit transfer M See page Three will graduate St Lucia $35,942 IELTS overall 7/ writing 7, speaking 7 Arts, Business Management, Commerce, Economics, Journalism, Science This is a graduate entry program. Bachelor degree in field other than law; Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) English Master of Laws, Master of International Commercial Law St Lucia $35,942 IELTS overall 7/ writing 7, speaking 7 Master of Laws, Master of International Commercial Law Business, Economics and Law ^ Indicative full-time fee The indicative annual fee is calculated based on a standard full-time study load in 2016 (usually this is 16 units but this may vary). Fees for less than a standard full-time study load in the year or for which do not commence in Semester 1 or Trimester 1, should be pro-rated. UQ also charges a capped annual Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) see page 29 for more details. Contact details: International Student Advisor (free call within Australia) or

14 12 UQ Guide 2016 International Undergraduate Program Supplement ENGINEERING, ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING, AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Discover a career where you create imaginative and visionary solutions to global challenges including food, water, energy, health, infrastructure, technology and materials to improve the world we live in. UQ RANKINGS YUTONG ZHU, CHINA Integrated Engineering and Master of Engineering in Chemical Engineering Every student in the BE(Hons)/ME Program is required to complete a sixmonth industrial or research placement, and I was fortunate enough to undertake a research placement with Georgia Institute of Technology in the United States. The BE(Hons)/ME program provides me with practices to improve my abilities in many aspects and offer comprehensive knowledge in chemical engineering, which will be helpful to me when looking for a job. QS World University Rankings by subjects ACCREDITATIONS Architects Accreditation Council of Australia Australian Computer Society Engineers Australia Chemical Engineering Computer Science and Information Systems Civil and Structural Electrical Times Higher Education Rankings Mechanical, Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering and Technology Academic Ranking of World Universities Engineering / Technology and Computer Science INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS Studying Engineering at UQ provides you with practical experience through site visits, vacation work and industry placements. You will complete project work, on-site learning and work experience at real industry work places as a core component of your degree.

15 International Undergraduate Program Supplement UQ Guide FEATURED : Engineering UQ offers the largest choice of engineering specialisations, a wide range of quality resources, and access to award-winning teachers and researchers. You can choose to study in the Engineering or the Integrated Engineering / Master of Engineering.* Program code 2342 code K Duration 4 STRUCTURE: Year 1 Flexible first year Compulsory courses Engineering Design Engineering Modelling and Problem Solving Calculus and Linear Algebra Multivariate Calculus and Ordinary Differential Equations Year 2 Choose specialisation Chemical Chemical and Materials Chemical and Metallurgical Civil Civil and Environmental Civil and Geotechnical Choose remaining courses from: Introduction to Electrical Systems Engineering Mechanics: Statics & Dynamics Engineering Thermodynamics Introduction to Software Engineering Earth Processes & Geological Materials for Engineers Principles of Biological Engineering Elective Choose: Calculus & Linear Algebra or Advanced Calculus and Linear Algebra and courses within specific engineering specialisation below: Electrical Electrical and Biomedical Electrical and Computer Mechanical Mechanical and Aerospace Mechanical and Materials Mechatronics Mining Mining and Geotechnical Software Year 4 Thesis / Design Project 16 units of BE(Hons) Design / Projects / Thesis and discipline specific advanced engineering electives *For more information about UQ s engineering, including academic and English language entry requirements, indicative annual program fees, program duration, start semesters and majors, please check the following list of or visit

16 14 UQ Guide 2016 International Undergraduate Program Supplement Architectural Design Architecture is a dynamic and demanding profession, making a positive contribution to the shaping of our built environment and culture. The focus of this program is the design studio, where you will develop a range of projects through applying knowledge and skills acquired from supporting courses: the emphasis is on design. As well as architectural design, other key areas of the program include environmental design, architectural technology, computer aided design, history and theory, and people environment studies. The bachelor program is the first stage towards obtaining a professional qualification in architecture and provides the basis on which you can progress to the professional Master of Architecture J See page Three Not applicable Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 English (or acceptable alternative) St Lucia $34,611 IELTS overall 6.5 Master of Architecture Engineering Chemical engineering Chemical and biological engineering Chemical and environmental engineering Chemical and materials engineering Chemical and metallurgical engineering Civil engineering Civil and environmental engineering Civil and geotechnical engineering Electrical engineering Electrical and biomedical engineering Electrical and computer engineering Mechanical engineering Mechanical and aerospace engineering Mechanical and materials engineering Mechatronic engineering Mining engineering Mining and geotechnical engineering Software engineering UQ Engineering offers the largest choice of engineering specialisations in Queensland, a wider range of quality resources, and access to more award-winning teachers and researchers creative problem solvers, intellectual leaders and global thinkers than any other university in Queensland. We have a reputation founded on commitment to ingenuity and excellence. This, along with strong links with industry, research and government, ensures our are industry relevant and provide you with exceptional opportunities for employment and a university experience like no other. This flexible program allows you to either enrol directly into your chosen specialisation, or choose a specialisation at the start of second year so that you can keep your options open and experience the many varieties of engineering before deciding K See page Placements: 60 days professional practice required to graduate will graduate Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 English, Mathematics B, and one of Physics or Chemistry (or acceptable alternative). Both Chemistry and Physics, and Mathematics C are recommended Special note: If you have completed prior tertiary education, you may be eligible for advanced standing/ credit transfer; Semester 1 start is preferable Arts, Biotechnology, Business Management, Commerce, Economics, Information Technology, Science ENGLISH LANGUAGE St Lucia $36,608 IELTS overall 6.5 / 6 in each sub-band: see page 33 Engineering and Master of Engineering, Graduate Certificate in Engineering Science, Master of Engineering Science, Master of Engineering Science (Management) Engineering and Master of Engineering Chemical engineering Chemical and biological engineering Chemical and environmental engineering Chemical and materials engineering Chemical and metallurgical engineering Electrical engineering Electrical and biomedical engineering Electrical and computer engineering Mechanical engineering Mechanical and aerospace engineering Mechanical and materials engineering Mechatronic engineering Software engineering Designed to produce globally competitive graduates for challenging professional practice and research opportunities, this new and innovative, integrated program will provide additional depth in engineering studies. The program will develop you as a technical specialist and leader who understands the multi-disciplinary dimensions and global challenges of your chosen field. The program will be accredited at the Masters level with Engineering Australia, leading ultimately to registration as a professional engineer A Not applicable Placements: 60 days professional practice required to graduate Five All students will graduate with a class of honours You must have completed at least 48 units of study ( 3 F/T) with an appropriate major towards a Engineering or Engineering dual degree with a grade point average of at least 5 on a 7-point scale St Lucia $36,608 IELTS overall 6.5 Contact details: International Student Advisor (free call within Australia) or

17 International Undergraduate Program Supplement UQ Guide Information Technology Computer systems and networks Enterprise information systems Human-computer interaction Software design Software information systems This program builds a solid foundation in software and hardware through first-class teaching and industry-focused projects. Flexible study plans allow you to specialise in one of six areas. With teaching informed by the latest research, the program is project-focused. You will study programming languages, algorithms and information structure, and develop the ability to process data or information in order to solve problems. In addition to a solid foundation of technical skills, you will learn team dynamics, presentation skills and project management to prepare you no matter where you choose to take your IT career K See page DURATION Three HONOURS START Additional year of study Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 English and Mathematics B (or acceptable alternative) Arts, Business Management, Commerce, Engineering, Science Special note: Many industry-sponsored scholarships and prizes are available: see St Lucia $34,611 IELTS overall 6.5 Information Technology ; Graduate Certificate in / Graduate Diploma in / Master of Computer Science, Master of Computer Science (Management) Multimedia Design Studio-based, this program will give you the knowledge and skills to become a designer, architect and implementer of highly sophisticated interactive projects that creatively engage an audience, whether for a corporate presence on the web, developing mobile apps, or designing new ways to interact with digital information. You will combine theory with technology and apply them practically in design projects. Choose from a wide range of study areas including design thinking, graphic design, digital prototyping, physical computing, internet authoring, human-computer interaction, and social and mobile computing. You will work on a number of individual and team projects in a studio environment to build a portfolio of many different projects and may also undertake projects with industry clients, or as an intern on industry placement J See page DURATION Three HONOURS START Additional year of study Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 English (or acceptable alternative); Year 12 Mathematics A or B (or acceptable alternatives) recommended Special note: Many industry-sponsored scholarships and prizes are available: see Regional and Town Planning St Lucia $34,611 IELTS overall 6.5 Multimedia Design ; Master of Computer Science (Management) This program prepares you to be a leader in the planning field and to improve the quality of life in cities and regions. Much focus is on sustainability with key planning elements centred around the topics of land-use planning, urban design, economic development, planning practice, infrastructure planning, resource management, and planning law. The program emphasises applying planning theory and developing skills through project work that varies in complexity from simple, small-scale projects to comprehensive development schemes, often in conjunction with local authorities and community organisations K See page At the end of Year 3, eligible students will have the option to transfer to the Regional and Town Planning 1 (29 February 2016) Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 English (or acceptable alternative) Practical opportunities: Some courses within this program offer a practical placement, field trip or international study tour. See science.uq.edu.au/practical-opportunities. St Lucia $35,277 IELTS overall 6.5 PhD Engineering, Architecture and Planning, and Information Technology Regional and Town Planning This program prepares you to be a leader in the planning field and to improve the quality of life in cities and regions. Much focus is on sustainability with key planning elements centred around the topics of land-use planning, urban design, economic development, planning practice, infrastructure planning, resource management, and planning law. The program emphasises applying planning theory and developing skills through project work that varies in complexity from simple, small-scale projects to comprehensive development schemes, often in conjunction with local authorities and community organisations B See page will graduate with a class 1 (29 February 2016) Enrolment in Regional and Town Planning: apply to transfer after completing Year 3 Practical opportunities: Some courses within this program offer a practical placement, field trip or international study tour. See science.uq.edu.au/practical-opportunities. St Lucia $35,277 IELTS overall 6.5 MPhil, PhD ^ Indicative full-time fee The indicative annual fee is calculated based on a standard full-time study load in 2016 (usually this is 16 units but this may vary). Fees for less than a standard full-time study load in the year or for which do not commence in Semester 1 or Trimester 1, should be pro-rated. UQ also charges a capped annual Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) see page 29 for more details. Contact details: International Student Advisor (free call within Australia) or

18 16 UQ Guide 2016 International Undergraduate Program Supplement HEALTH UQ offers the widest range of health study areas in an Australian university with in biomedical sciences through to medicine, nursing, public health, physiotherapy, behavioural sciences and more. Kick-start your career in health at UQ and benefit from award-winning lecturers, a variety of clinical placement opportunities and internationally recognised research leaders. UQ RANKINGS QS world university rankings by subjects Life Sciences and Medicine ACCREDITATIONS MUHAMMAD NAZIRUL BIN MOHAMED RAFFICK, SINGAPORE Pharmacy There is a sense of camaraderie between students at PACE (Pharmacy Australia Centre of Excellence). The pharmacy courses are structured with horizontal and vertical integration making it easier to study. Students training to be health professionals are accredited with relevant professional bodies via the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. UQ works with health agencies and industry groups to develop the curriculum for preprofessional health to ensure our students graduate confident and job-ready. GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS UQ works with healthcare centres, clinical schools, universities, health-industry organisations and health agencies around the world to create opportunities for students to gain international study experiences, tackle important global health issues, and establish worldwide networks to enhance global employment and research opportunities. Some of our global partnerships: World Health Organisation The World Bank Médecins Sans Frontières University of Oxford Ochsner Health System (USA) GLOBAL EDUCATION NETWORKS Our membership of global education networks, such as troped and Biomedical Education Skills and Training Network instills international perspectives in graduates from health. WORLD-CLASS FACILITIES AND RESEARCH PARTNERSHIPS Pharmacy Australia Centre of Excellence (PACE) Herston Imaging Research Facility (HIRF) UQ Oral Health Centre (OHC) Translational Research Institute (TRI) Brisbane Diamantina Health Partners Centre for Children s Health Research

19 International Undergraduate Program Supplement UQ Guide FEATURED : Bachelor Of Pharmacy UQ is the highest ranking Australian University with a Pharmacy program*. Pharmacists are society s medicines experts, actively engaged in patient care. At UQ, you will enjoy a unique educational experience at Australia s first Pharmacy-dedicated education and world-class research precinct, the Pharmacy Australia Centre of Excellence (PACE). Study streams include quality use of medicines (including the therapeutic use of drugs), dosage form design, social and professional aspects of pharmacy, drug discovery and biological fate of drugs. Pharmacy-specific courses start in year 1. You will have access to over 500 global placements and an award-winning program to help you master cross-cultural communication with patients and health professionals. *Shanghai Jiao Tong Academic Ranking of World Universities Program code 2373 code J Duration 4 STRUCTURE: Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Semester 1 Cells to Organisms Human Physiology and Pharmacology A I Human Physiology and Pharmacology B1 Quality Use of Medicines C Chemistry 1 Quality Use of Medicines A1 Quality Use of Medicines B1 Integrated Pharmaceutical Development 1 Introductory Pharmacy 1 Dosage Form Design A1 Dosage Form Design B1 The Business of Health Pharmacy Data Analysis and Professional Practice Social and Professional Aspects of Pharmacy A Social and Professional Aspects of Pharmacy B1 QUM Research Focused Placement or QUM Pharmacy Practice Placement Drug Discovery A1 Drug Discovery B1 Semester 2 Genes, Cells and Evolution Human Physiology and Pharmacology A II Human Physiology and Pharmacology B2 Integrated Patient Centred Care Integrated Anatomy and Physiology Quality Use of Medicines A2 Quality Use of Medicines B2 Integrated Pharmaceutical Development 2 Chemistry for Pharmacy and Dentistry Dosage Form Design A2 Social and Professional Aspects of Pharmacy B2 QUM Research Focused Placement or QUM Pharmacy Practice Placement Introductory Pharmacy 2 Drug Discovery A2 Pharmaceutical Discovery and Microbiology Biological Fate of Drugs A Biological Fate of Drugs B Major Clinical and Experimental Therapeutics We offer a major in Clinical and Experimental Therapeutics within the Pharmacy, which allows students to complete a research project while graduating with honours at the end of the 4-year degree. The Clinical and Experimental Therapeutics major caters for graduates who wish to pursue a research-focused career in their future practice in hospital pharmacy, in the pharmaceutical industry, research institutes or in academia. The major allows students to undertake a research project under the guidance of an experienced researcher. Projects may be in any area of research that is currently being conducted within the School of Pharmacy. Students conduct a review of the literature, learn how to design their experiments, conduct their research, and write up their results in the form of a research paper. Students also present their research findings to academics in the School of Pharmacy. Please check the following list for basic information about UQ s health undergraduate, including academic and English language entry requirements, indicative annual program fees, program duration, start semesters and majors. To access more detailed information, visit or (for Biomedical Science only).

20 18 UQ Guide 2016 International Undergraduate Program Supplement Biomedical Science Biomedical scientists study how the body works and what goes wrong in disease, and use this knowledge to develop new treatments. This research-oriented program includes a foundation in chemistry, biology, physics and statistics, after which you choose courses in your areas of personal interest, pursue a research project, and study abroad if you wish. Specialisations include developmental biology, human genetics, immunology and infectious diseases, molecular and cellular biology, neuroscience, pharmacology and toxicology, and physiology. Practical and laboratory work throughout the program enhance the skills you need for a research career. Eligible students will have the option to undertake additional research in the final year G See page will graduate Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 English, Mathematics B, and one of Chemistry or Physics (or acceptable alternative) St Lucia $35,277 IELTS overall 6.5 MPhil, PhD Special note: Honours year commences three weeks before the start of Semester 1 in the standard academic calendar (i.e. early February); in Semester 2, Honours year commences two weeks prior to the start of the standard academic calendar (i.e. mid July). Dental Science Focusing on the application of scientific principles to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of oral diseases and abnormalities, the program will equip you with the knowledge and clinical skills required to become a competent dental practitioner. You will take courses in oral biosciences and biomedical foundations in oral health. The remaining four of the program involve three of applied dental science and one year of external clinical practice. Clinical work commences in second year and is broadened in the third and fourth of study. Each student is assigned patients and is then responsible for the dental care of these patients. Clinical work in areas such as general practice dentistry, orthodontics, paediatric dentistry, periodontics and prosthodontics is undertaken at the Dental School. You will gain experience in the areas of oral medicine and oral and maxillofacial surgery in Brisbane teaching hospitals. The final year of study provides external clinical experience D See page (not all gained entry) Five will graduate Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 Chemistry and English (or acceptable alternative); Year 12 Biology recommended. You must also sit the International Student Admissions Test (ISAT) (see isat.acer.edu.au), and provide serological evidence that you do not carry blood-borne transmissible viruses (Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, HIV) or Tuberculosis (TB) and that you comply with School immunisation guidelines**. Herston $60,528 IELTS overall 7 / 7 in each sub-band Doctor of Clinical Dentistry Placements: 34 weeks (two semesters) of external clinical experience in Year 5: Provide first aid (including CPR) certificate and blue card required 31 October 2015 Bachelor of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences The program focuses on developing a broad understanding of exercise and nutrition sciences, and will be particularly suited to you if you intend to enrol in a postgraduate professional degree (e.g. dietetics, physiotherapy, clinical exercise physiology or sports coaching) leading to a wide range of clinical and non-clinical careers. You will examine how exercise and nutrition play a role in community health and the prevention and treatment of illnesses and diseases, and will take courses in human movement sciences (e.g. exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor control), nutrition sciences (e.g. metabolism, food science), preventative health (e.g. community and public health nutrition, physical activity and health) and applied sciences (e.g. biophysics, chemistry, anatomy) D See page DURATION Three HONOURS START Additional year of study Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 English and one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics (or acceptable alternative) St Lucia $,365 IELTS overall 6.5 Pathway Master of Dietetics Studies Exercise and Nutrition Sciencees ; Master of Dietetics Studies, Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology, Master of Sports Coaching, and other postgraduate professional degrees (such as physiotherapy and medicine) Exercise and Sport Sciences Major Clinical exercise physiology The program explores the complex nature of human movement including how the human body reacts to fitness and exercise regimens, performs at all levels of sport participation, engages in recreational activities, as well as other acute and chronic physical activity pursuits. You will study a diverse range of courses including anatomy, biomechanics, motor control, exercise physiology, exercise and sport psychology, physical activity and health, sports medicine and exercise prescription. After completing Year 1 you may be eligible to enter the Clinical Exercise Physiology major M See page will graduate Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent), including Year 12 English (or acceptable alternative) and one of Year 12 Biology, Chemistry or Physics St Lucia $31,512 IELTS overall 6.5 Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology, Master of Sports Coaching Placements: 400 hours (Exercise and Sports Science); 500 hours (Clinical Exercise Physiology), major practicum in Year 4: Provide first aid (including CPR), blue card and proof of immunisation** may be required Contact details: International Student Advisor (free call within Australia) or