University of Queensland application deadlines 2027
University of Queensland assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to a single fixed date. For a 2027 start, apply as early as you can, and no later than about three months before your intake, to leave time for the offer, Confirmation of Enrolment, and student visa.
How University of Queensland handles application dates
UQ does not set one international closing date. It depends on the program and on the visa assessment level of your country of citizenship, and some programs (Medicine, Dental Science, and other health courses with UCAT) close earlier. For a Semester 1 2027 (late February) start, apply around three months ahead and check the closing date on your program page.
UQ postgraduate coursework has no single international closing date; it varies by program and by the visa assessment level of your country. Check the 'How to apply' tab on your program page, and apply early to leave time for a student visa.
For a Semester 2 2027 (late July) start at UQ, apply around three months ahead. Not every program has a mid-year intake, and closing dates vary by program and country. Check your program page.
UQ postgraduate coursework mid-year closing dates vary by program and by country visa assessment level. Check the 'How to apply' tab on your program page; not every program runs in Semester 2.
These dates are for international applicants. Domestic dates, and the exact date for a specific course, can differ. Always confirm on University of Queensland’s own website before you rely on a date.
Once you have an offer, you accept it, pay the deposit, and receive a Confirmation of Enrolment, then you apply for the subclass 500 student visa. Build that time into your plan: from some countries the visa alone takes one to three months.
University of Queensland deadlines: common questions
When is the University of Queensland application deadline for international students?
University of Queensland assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to a single fixed date. For a 2027 start, apply as early as you can, and no later than about three months before your intake, to leave time for the offer, Confirmation of Enrolment, and student visa.
Can I apply to University of Queensland after the deadline?
Often, yes. Australian universities rarely enforce a single hard cut-off. If places remain in your course and there is enough time to arrange a student visa before the intake starts, a late application is usually still considered. Competitive and quota courses (medicine, some design and health programs) are the exception and do close firmly.
What intakes does University of Queensland have?
University of Queensland takes international students for 2 intakes: Semester 1 and Semester 2. Not every course is available in every intake, so check the course page.
How early should I apply to University of Queensland?
Three to four months before your intended intake is the usual advice, and earlier for competitive courses or if you are from a country where the student visa takes longer to process. Applying early also means an earlier offer, which helps with scholarships and accommodation.