English language pathways to The University of Queensland

UQ package offers

If you meet the academic requirements for entry to a UQ program and are within the range of English proficiency required for that program, you can apply for entry and be made a package offer.

A UQ package offer includes:

English language classes to get you to the level you need for entry to your UQ or UQ Foundation program.
A place in the UQ program held for you on the condition you succeed with your English course and assessment.

How to apply

Visit Applying for Undergraduate Study for more information about package offers for undergraduate study.

Visit Applying for Postgraduate Study to learn more about package offers from UQ for postgraduate study.

If you would like help with your application, please contact UQ International or a UQ representative in your country.

ICTE does not accept applications for package offers.

We provide a range of ways you can study to meet the English language requirements for entry into The University of Queensland or the UQ College Foundation Program. Which pathway would suit you?

Bridging English

Bridging English provides direct entry into a UQ program. You need to have IELTS 5.0 or recognised equivalent to be offered Bridging English.

If you pass the Bridging English assessment, you can take your place in your UQ program without any further testing.

English for Academic Purposes

English for Academic Purposes will prepare you for success in any university program or academic English test. To get into this course, you need a minimum of IELTS 5.0 or recognised equivalent.

Passing an EAP 1 will give you direct entry into the standard UQ College Foundation Program. To enter university directly you will need to take an IELTS test or recognised equivalent during or after the course.

We are an IELTS and Pearson test centre so you can book to take your IELTS test here.

General English

If you do not have an IELTS score or equivalent, or your score is below 5.0, join our General English classes.

When you reach General English level 4, you can then transfer to English for Academic Purposes or enter the UQ College Foundation Extended Program.