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Living in Brisbane

Student life and things to do in Brisbane

Safe, sunny and full of opportunities.

Brisbane offers a fun and welcoming lifestyle, with year-round sunshine, vibrant cultural events, outdoor adventures, and easy access to some of Australia’s best beaches. Known for its safe and friendly community, it’s the perfect place for you to feel at home while enjoying everything Queensland has to offer.

A group of people kayaking on the Brisbane River

240+ days of sunshine a year

Student walking next to river with Brisbane city skyline

Average temperature between +21∘C to +28∘C.

Students at the beach on the Gold Coast

Easy access to beaches, rainforests, coral reefs and mountain hikes

Group of multi-cultural diverse students smiling with jacaranda tree in background

One of the top 30 student cities in the world

 QS Best Student Cities 2026

Brisbane city skyline with Story Bridge and ferry going down the river

More about life in Queensland

See the UQ website for advice and tips on living in Brisbane, Queensland.

Living in Queensland