Queensland University of Technology

Australia’s leadership in 3D printing in medicine and health care has leapt ahead with an ARC training centre dedicated to cutting-edge research in close collaboration with hospitals and industry to rapidly translate lab findings into practical patient benefits.

Three research projects well underway at the ARC Industrial Transformation Training Centre in Additive Biomanufacturing based at QUT’s Institute of Health and Biomedical Innovation are:

• A hand-held ‘bio pen’, fed with bio ink that will allow surgeons to 3D-print patient-specific cartilage cells on to knee and hip joints to repair and replace cartilage.
• Patients can look forward to less time under anaesthetic as surgeons can improve their suture skills dramatically with a new, largely 3D-printed device, that lets them practice suturing tiny 3D-printed ‘blood vessels, nerves, ligaments and tendons’ to increase their skill and speed and test the quality of suturing lines via measuring the burst strength and water leakage.
• Cell biology and tissue engineering scientists are moving ever closer to personalised, patient-specific cancer therapy by using 3D-printed hydrogels to model individual patients’ tumours to test for the most effective drug for that particular patient.

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QUT is an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

It is a global university with state-of-the-art facilities, world-class teaching staff and real-world focus for its students.

The University offers a world-class education, evidenced by its international recognition:

• Of 8 graduates who have become Rhodes Scholars, 5 have been awarded in the past 7 years
• QUT is ranked 18^th globally in the QS Top 50 under 50 (2018)
• 2nd in Australia in the Times Higher Education (THE) Young University Rankings (2017)
• 201-300 in the 2017 Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) by Shanghai Ranking Consultancy
• 89% of international students are satisfied with their experience at QUT (International Student Barometer Queensland, 2016)
• 9 study areas in the top 100 - QS World University Ranking by Subject, 2018
• 2nd in Australia for Communication and Media Studies - QS World University Ranking by Subject, 2018
• 1st Business School in Australia to achieve triple international accreditation (AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA)

QUT is well known as 'a university for the real world' because of its close links with industry and its relevant teaching and applied research. Industry representatives and professionals contribute to its course development, adding a practical perspective to theoretical education.

Its academic staff consult with industry and work on industry projects which often involve students. Staff and students have access to the latest teaching technology.

Award-winning teachers

The University’s performance is exceptional in the Australian Awards for University Teaching and Fellowship programme, which recognises efforts to advance learning and teaching in higher education. QUT has received 100 Australian Awards for University Teaching to date, so students know they’ll be taught by award-winning teaching staff that are experts in their field.

QUT celebrates 500 HEA fellows

QUT has started 2018 with an international teaching milestone, after its Associate Professor, Christy Collis became the University’s 500th staff member to be recognised as a HEA fellow.

“This milestone indicates the widespread focus on the value of teaching quality at QUT, the value we place on staff who support learning, and the deep commitment to the Academy shown by the many staff members who have helped build QALT by playing roles as mentors, reviewers and champions,” Professor Abby Cathcart, the head of QUT’s Academy of Learning and Teaching, said.

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Study options at QUT are offered across the faculties listed below…

Business

It is Australia's first business school with triple international accreditation, a distinction held by less than 1% of business schools worldwide.

Creative Industries

QUT Creative Industries Faculty is a world leader in arts, media and design for both teaching and research, with extensive industry partnerships and a proven track record in growing the creative economy.

Through forward-looking courses and cutting-edge research, it is leading the way nationally and internationally. The Faculty's academic programmes include some of the highest-demand undergraduate courses at QUT.

Education

This is one of the largest education faculties in Australia and provides the foundation for lifelong learning in young minds.

Health

QUT offers courses taught by industry professionals, clinical practical placements, and some of the best facilities and equipment in Australia.

Law

Students gain meaningful connections with industry employers through work placements and learn practical skills through its mooting programme.

Science and Engineering

Its international accreditation, unique courses, and strong industry and research partnerships prepare students to become part of a sought-after global workforce.

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Academic entry requirements

QUT course pages include details of the minimum academic and English language requirements for admission.

Some courses may have additional entry requirements such as auditions, interviews, portfolios or questionnaires. There may also be specific closing dates for different courses, which the University publishes on its course pages.

English language requirements

To assess students’ English language proficiency, QUT accepts test results from:

• IELTS (Academic)
• TOEFL iBT (Internet-based)
• Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic)
• Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
• Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)

Students must take their proficiency test no more than 2 years before the start of their course. They must email a copy of their latest IELTS or TOEFL score to International Admissions.

QUT International College

If students don't meet the English language or academic requirements for their course, they can study English language or academic bridging courses at QUT before they start their course. QUT International College (QUTIC) is part of the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) in Brisbane, Queensland. It delivers English and Academic pathway programmes on-campus for a large percentage of its full degree students.

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Merit scholarships

High-achieving international students may be eligible for merit scholarships. There is an unlimited number of these scholarships available and recipients will receive a scholarship covering 25% of their course fees, provided they maintain a minimum grade point average throughout the course of their study.

These scholarships cover a range of undergraduate and postgraduate Creative Industries, Business, Science and Engineering degrees and students don't need to apply separately.

Some of them include…

• Creative Industries International Scholarship: For studies in Creative and Performing Arts, Media and Design.
• Triple Crown Scholarship: For studies in Business.
• International Merit Scholarship: For studies in Science, IT, Engineering Mathematics and Urban Development.
• The Faculty of Education International Student Scholarship: A AUD 5,000-payment for future international students starting a Master of Education.

Student Speak

'Receiving the Triple Crown scholarship was a nice surprise. It has assisted me financially, and motivates me to do my best. I chose QUT because of its triple international accreditation and it has that practical element I was looking for.' - Ying Ling Chin (Triple Crown Scholarship recipient)

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