Student stories
Meet the students who chose UQ College.
These are their authentic stories of excelling in their studies at The University of Queensland and building dynamic careers around the world.
Discover how UQ College helped students build the academic skills, confidence, and English language proficiency needed to successfully transition to UQ. Through enriching study tours, once-in-a-lifetime experiences, and lifelong connections, they gained valuable global perspectives that supported their personal growth and future careers.
Ignacio's story
After I finished my business degree in Spain, I realised how important it was to learn English so that you can work in a business environment. A teacher at my university recommended I come to Australia to study at UQ and my teacher was right! I am enjoying my studies not just at UQ College but also at UQ. My English is improving every day.
Almendra's story
UQ College's Tertiary Preparation Program (TPP) was one of the most transformative experiences of my life. Getting accepted into UQ College felt like the gateway to fulfilling my ambitions. I was initially nervous, but the supportive teachers provided invaluable feedback, helping me grow academically and personally. The program not only gave me the prerequisites for university but also the confidence and preparation to excel in my tertiary studies.
Yueer's story
The teachers at UQ College are both patient and helpful. The facilities and student services are awesome. The UQ campus is both stunning and spacious. The benefits of learning at UQ College are that you can learn English in an English-speaking country and find a lot of opportunities to use and practice language.
Prasetya's story
One of the most important benefits of learning English on a university campus was the ability to interact with native English-speaking peers. The teachers gave me many lessons and strategies to minimise my weaknesses such as organising sentences and paragraphs, correcting my grammar mistakes and improving my vocabulary.
Viviana's story
I really enjoyed the activities in class and the teachers make a big effort to keep our attention and interest. As a student, you do not think that studying English is a kind of obligation because you feel that you can have fun during the journey of learning. Studying in Brisbane at UQ College has been the best experience in my life so far.
Melanie's story
For me, UQ College was not just a pathway into university; it was the foundation for my academic journey. The encouragement I received from the teachers and staff was constant and genuine. The student-centred atmosphere fostered a sense of belonging and helped me develop intellectually and personally. I will always be grateful for UQ College's role in shaping who I am today.