Top universities in Queensland 2024
Embarking on the journey of higher education in Queensland?
Wondering which universities stand out in terms of overall experience, teaching quality, graduate salary and full-time employment?
Look no further.
Our comprehensive guide, based on the latest Good Universities Guide ratings for 2024, breaks down the top institutions for both undergraduate and postgraduate studies.
Discover where students are most satisfied, explore the universities with the most engaging teaching, compare graduate salaries and examine full-time employment rates through our four ratings below.
Overall experience
Whether you're a school leaver charting your academic path or a mature individual returning to studies, this article is your compass in navigating the best options. We're here to help you make informed decisions for a brighter academic and career future.
Wondering which universities stand out in terms of overall experience, teaching quality, graduate salary and full-time employment?
Look no further.
Our comprehensive guide, based on the latest Good Universities Guide ratings for 2024, breaks down the top institutions for both undergraduate and postgraduate studies.
Discover where students are most satisfied, explore the universities with the most engaging teaching, compare graduate salaries and examine full-time employment rates through our four ratings below.
Overall experience
This rating looks at the proportion of students who were satisfied with the overall quality of their educational experience.
Teaching quality
Teaching quality
This rating is based on the extent to which students felt lecturers and tutors actively engaged them in and demonstrated concern for learning; provided clear explanations of coursework and assessment; inspired them intellectually, among various other factors.
Graduate salary
Graduate salary
A comparison of the median salary of graduates from different universities. (Discover Australia's, not just Queensland's, top performers.)
Full-time employment
Full-time employment
A comparison of the full-time employment rates of graduates from different universities within four months after completing their course. (Likewise, check out our blog for a list of universities that have performed excellently in this rating, beyond Western Australia.)
Whether you're a school leaver charting your academic path or a mature individual returning to studies, this article is your compass in navigating the best options. We're here to help you make informed decisions for a brighter academic and career future.
Undergraduate best universities by ratings 2024
Let's uncover the leading Queensland universities providing an exceptional undergraduate experience and graduate outcomes according to the Good Universities Guide ratings 2024.| Ranking | Rating | |||
| Overall experience | Teaching quality | Graduate salary | Full-time employment | |
| 1 | Bond University | Bond University | James Cook University | CQUniversity Australia |
| 2 | University of Divinity | University of the Sunshine Coast | CQUniversity Australia | University of Southern Queensland |
| 3 | University of the Sunshine Coast | University of Divinity | University of Southern Queensland | University of Divinity |
| 4 | CQUniversity Australia | Torrens University | Charles Darwin University | Charles Darwin University |
| 5 | Griffith University | University of Queensland | Australian Catholic University | James Cook University |
Undergraduate best overall experience by field of study
Dive into specialised fields to find out which Queensland universities offer the best overall experience in your chosen undergraduate discipline.
| Ranking | Field of study | ||||
| Humanities & social sciences | Business & management | Engineering & technology | Psychology | Education & training | |
| 1 | Bond University | University of the Sunshine Coast | Federation University | University of Southern Queensland | University of the Sunshine Coast |
| 2 | University of the Sunshine Coast | Bond University | James Cook University | Bond University | CQUniversity Australia |
| 3 | Charles Darwin University | University of Southern Queensland | University of Canberra | CQUniversity Australia | Griffith University |
| 4 | Griffith University | CQUniversity Australia | University of Queensland | University of the Sunshine Coast | University of Southern Queensland |
| 5 | University of Divinity | Griffith University | CQUniversity Australia | University of Canberra | Federation University |
Postgraduate top universities by ratings 2024
For those pursuing advanced degrees, explore the top-rated postgraduate institutions shaping academic excellence and satisfaction.
| Ranking | Rating | |||
| Overall experience | Teaching quality | Graduate salary | Full-time employment | |
| 1 | University of Divinity | University of Divinity | Torrens University | Charles Darwin University |
| 2 | University of the Sunshine Coast | University of the Sunshine Coast | James Cook University | Australian Catholic University |
| 3 | Bond University | Bond University | CQUniversity Australia | University of Divinity |
| 4 | University of Southern Queensland | Southern Cross University | University of Southern Queensland | Southern Cross University |
| 5 | Southern Cross University | CQUniversity Australia | Queensland University of Technology | James Cook University |
Postgraduate best overall experience by field of study
Tailor your postgraduate journey by exploring institutions renowned for delivering exceptional experiences and graduate outcomes in specific fields of study.
| Ranking | Field of study | ||||
| Humanities & social sciences | Business & management | Engineering & technology | Psychology | Education & training | |
| 1 | University of Divinity | University of the Sunshine Coast | Southern Cross University | CQUniversity Australia | Bond University |
| 2 | University of Queensland | University of Southern Queensland | Federation University | Bond University | Torrens University |
| 3 | Griffith University | Queensland University of Technology | Griffith University | Australian Catholic University | CQUniversity Australia |
| 4 | Charles Darwin University | James Cook University | University of Queensland | University of Southern Queensland | University of the Sunshine Coast |
| 5 | University of Canberra | Australian Catholic University | CQUniversity Australia | Queensland University of Technology | Southern Cross University |
As you navigate the vast seas of Queensland's educational landscape, armed with insights into overall satisfaction, teaching quality, graduate salaries and full-time employment rates, remember that your academic journey is uniquely yours.
Let the Good Universities Guide ratings 2024 be your compass, guiding you toward institutions that align with your aspirations.
Whether you're a fresh-faced school leaver or a seasoned professional seeking new horizons, choosing the right university sets the course for an enriching and successful academic adventure.
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