The University of the Sunshine Coast (USC) is an Australian public university. USC’s main campus* is located in Sippy Downs on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast.
Set in the sunny state of Queensland on Australia’s east coast, the Sunshine Coast is a destination of endless beaches, lush rainforests, and expansive hinterlands. Located only a short one-hour drive north of the state’s capital, Brisbane, it is home to the architecturally diverse USC Sunshine Coast campus – a campus renowned for its environmentally sustainable approach.
The campus sits on a 100-hectare designated wildlife reserve, which provides sanctuary to native Australian wildlife, including the resident Eastern Grey Kangaroos, reptiles, and birds.
USC students receive a high-quality educational experience while enjoying the relaxed lifestyle that the Sunshine Coast offers.
Our students benefit from a friendly and supportive campus environment, access to highly qualified teaching staff, personal attention, and modern technology and facilities.
At USC Sunshine Coast, you will become one of the locals in no time and enjoy making friends with Australians, while also meeting students from around the world. The friendships, experiences, and memories you make at USC are sure to last a lifetime.
If you are looking to study abroad, either for a short period or for your entire degree, USC Sunshine Coast has something to offer you.
You can choose from a range of programs and disciplines:
- Undergraduate – associate and bachelor degrees
- Postgraduate – master and research degrees
- Study Abroad – one semester or full-year options
- Diploma – one-year programs
- English language programs – 10- to 30-week options
At USC Sunshine Coast, you will become one of the locals in no time and enjoy making friends with Australians, while also meeting students from around the world. The friendships, experiences, and memories you make at USC are sure to last a lifetime.
Studying abroad not only provides life-changing opportunities, but it is also an academic and cultural adventure — an
an adventure that allows you to move across the globe, and continue to undertake your academic studies, while fully immersing yourself in Australian culture.
Here are some good reasons for choosing USC:
FIVE-STAR EDUCATION
> USC has been awarded five stars for Teaching Quality, Overall Experience, Student Support, Learning Resources, Skills Development, and Social Equity.
FIVE-STAR STUDENT SATISFACTION
> USC is rated as one of the top universities in Australia for the overall quality of their educational experience.**
FLEXIBLE DEGREE OPTIONS
> USC students can plan study pathways to meet their individual goals or gain credit from previous studies.
FREE ENGLISH LANGUAGE SUPPORT
> USC offers English for Academic Study (EAS) support if English is not your first language.
ACADEMIC SKILLS ASSISTANCE
>USC provides ongoing access to individual consultations, workshops, and online self-help resources.
AUSTRALIAN LIFESTYLE
> USC is a great place to meet Australian students and experience the Australian way of life.
- We’re one of Australia’s highest-rated public universities for teaching quality,overall student experience and learning resources - Good Universities Guide - 5 start rated
- 26 research fields ranked at world standard or above Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) - In 2018 the Australian Research Council ranked USC above or well above world standard in seventeen key research areas and equal to world standard in nine others* (Excellence in Research for Australia report). Our researchers collaborate with local, national and international governments, institutions and industries to deliver innovative, high-quality research with real impact.
- 85%of USC graduates are employed within four months of finishing their degree Graduate Outcomes Survey (QILT)
- Our student enrolments have almost tripled over the past decade.
- USC is in a period of rapid research development and growth, building research capacity, productivity and output.
- USC is rated one of Australia’s best universities for overall student experience.
At USC, we believe the best outcomes are achieved when students have access to both the academic services they require and the support services that build skills, confidence and commitment. Our students benefit from a friendly and supportive campus environment, access to highly qualified teaching staff, personal attention, and modern technology and facilities. Our students learn from the most highly awarded teaching and support staff in the nation, and benefit from flexible entry pathways, industry relevant degrees and excellent study facilities. Every year our graduates rate their experiences and the support they receive at USC very highly, and our alumni are making their mark both locally and globally.
USC students receive a high quality educational experience, while enjoying the relaxed lifestyle that the Sunshine Coast offers.
Set in the sunny state of Queensland on Australia’s east coast, the Sunshine Coast is a destination of endless beaches, lush rainforests, and expansive hinterlands. Located only a short one-hour drive north of the state’s capital, Brisbane, it is home to the architecturally diverse USC Sunshine Coast campus – a campus renowned for its environmentally-sustainable approach. The campus sits on a 100-hectare designated wildlife reserve, which provides sanctuary to native Australian wildlife, including the resident Eastern Grey Kangaroos, reptiles, and birds.
