Organisation
Governance
UQ College, a controlled entity of The University of Queensland (UQ), delivers English language and academic pathways for students wishing to undertake further study.
Executive Leadership Team (ELT)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
Julian Wilson | Chief Executive Officer (CEO) |
Nathan Benson | Associate Director, Projects, Data and Systems |
| Kellie Brady | Associate Director, Student and Corporate Services |
| Kate Galati | Associate Director, Business Development |
| Scott Leisemann | Associate Director, Academic Pathways and Programs |
| Iain Mathieson | Associate Director, English Pathways and Programs |
| Dulip Ranasinghe | Financial Controller (UQ Controlled Entities) |
Board Members
The UQ College Board represents the University, College, and community interests, and governs UQ College. The Board has primary responsibility for setting the strategic direction for UQ College and driving innovative quality education services to support more adults to reach the tertiary education course of their choice.
The UQ College Board consists of the following members:
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Rongyu Li |
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| Kris Ryan |
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| Dr. Kathryn Blyth |
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| Louise Hickson |
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Senior Management Team
The UQ College Senior Management Team consists of the following members:
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
Maria Blesilda Garcia |
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Daniel Chin |
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Andrew Cowan |
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Paul Forster |
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Ash Moor |
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Janet Nibbs |
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Christopher (Kit) Nuttall |
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Stephen Walker |
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Partners
At UQ College, we believe strong partnerships create stronger futures. By working alongside industry, government, and community organisations, we deliver practical solutions, drive innovation, and create meaningful success for learners and partners alike.
We are committed to collaborating with forward-thinking organisations to grow capability and expand opportunities for adult learners to access and thrive in tertiary education.
Our approach to partnership focuses on:
- Building and nurturing long-term collaborations across business, government, community, and the education and research sectors
- Identifying and developing opportunities with a diverse range of external partners
- Working closely with you to understand your goals and tailor solutions that draw on UQ College’s teaching and management expertise
- Creating innovative, collaborative models that bring together diverse perspectives to solve real-world challenges
- Delivering partnerships that generate shared value and contribute to the ongoing evolution of our programs and initiatives
If you’re interested in partnering with UQ College, we’d love to hear from you. Please contact us to explore what we can achieve together.
Quality
Quality is at the heart of everything we do at UQ College. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional teaching and learning experiences that support both students and staff to succeed.
Our commitment to quality is embedded across all activities and is continuously strengthened through:
- Regular academic reviews to ensure high standards and continuous improvement
- A College-wide planning framework that supports the achievement of key performance indicators
- A structured annual planning and review cycle
- Ongoing program and course evaluations, alongside external accreditation for professional programs
- Annual staff performance and development reviews
- Continuous improvement initiatives that enhance outcomes across the College.
Through these integrated processes, we ensure our programs remain relevant, rigorous, and responsive to the needs of students, partners, and the broader community.