Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

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1. Who is eligible to study at QUT on the Student Exchange program?
2. How much English must I know to study on exchange at QUT?
3. What subjects can I study while on exchange at QUT?
4. Which QUT campuses do exchange students study at?
5. Where will I live in Brisbane?
6. When are the application deadlines?
7. Am I allowed to work?
8. Is Brisbane an expensive city?

1. Am I eligible to study at QUT on the Student Exchange program?

The QUT Student Exchange Program is open to students studying at any of our partner institutions around the world. Also consult our Exchange program eligiblity section for further information.

2. How much English must I know to study on exchange at QUT?

In order to study at QUT on exchange, minimum scores on the TOEFL or IELTS are required. Consult our English language requirements page for more details.

3. What subjects can I study while on exchange at QUT?

Most subjects at QUT are open to you as an exchange student, provided that you have satisfied all of the prerequisites at your current institution.

4. Which QUT campuses do exchange students study at?

You can choose to study at any or all of QUT's three campuses. You will need to consult the university's general timetable when choosing your subjects and be sure you make a manageable schedule for yourself, particularly if you need to travel between different campuses.

5. Where will I live in Brisbane?

Many exchange students live in shared accommodation (apartments or flats) in Brisbane city or in the nearby suburbs. Check out our accommodation page for more information.

6. When are the application deadlines?

The upcoming application deadlines can be found in our important dates page

7. Am I allowed to work?

As an exchange student with an international student visa, you will be allowed to work up to 20 hours per week when classes are in session. Please refer to our employment page for more information.

8. Is Brisbane an expensive city?

Brisbane is one of the cheapest capital cities to live in within Australia, significantly less expensive than Sydney and Melbourne. More information can be found in our cost of living page.