Central Queensland University (CQUniversity Australia) is a public research university established in 1967 (university status in 1992) and headquartered in Queensland, Australia. It is widely recognised as Australia’s largest regional university, with multiple campuses across the country and a strong focus on accessibility, industry engagement, and applied research.

The university offers a broad range of programs in business, engineering, health sciences, IT, education, and vocational training, attracting students from over 50–85 countries.

CQUniversity is particularly known for:

• Strong industry-aligned courses with practical learning
• High graduate employability and starting salaries
• Commitment to social inclusion and equity in education

🌍 Global Rankings (Latest)

CQUniversity has steadily improved its global standing in major ranking systems:

🏆 World Rankings

• #401–500 globally (2026) – Times Higher Education (THE)
• ~#499 globally (2026) – QS World University Rankings
• Previously reached #590 globally (QS 2024)

🇦🇺 National Position (Australia)

• Around Top 30–40 universities in Australia depending on ranking system

📊 Subject Rankings (THE 2026)

• Life Sciences: #201–250
• Business & Economics: #301–400
• Clinical & Health: #301–400
• Engineering & Computer Science: #401–500

🌱 Impact & Sustainability Rankings (Major Achievement)

CQUniversity stands out globally for its social and sustainability impact:

• 🌍 #25 in the world (THE Impact Rankings 2025)
• 🥉 #3 globally for “Reduced Inequalities” (UN SDG 10)
• 🌊 Top rankings in:
  • Clean Water & Sanitation: #7 globally
  • Life Below Water: #11 globally
  • Partnerships for Goals: #12 globally

👉 These rankings highlight CQUniversity’s real-world impact on society, sustainability, and global development goals.