Develop skills

'I love the whole atmosphere of the QUT campuses. I am involved with the QUT Justice Society and MYtime Yoga Society. I have made heaps of new friends, and strengthened my leadership skills. Being a part of clubs is really helping me make the most out of my university experience.'

Lauren Wilkins

Gain life skills

'I am a member of LDI and the College of Excellence and enjoy attending the seminars. They provide an opportunity to gain new life skills. I recently attended an introduction to neuro-linguistic programming seminar—it was fascinating.'

David Mullins

Make new friends

'The thing I liked best about studying at QUT was that I was able to meet friends from all over the world.'

Jin Shong Chen,
Master of Business (Applied Finance)

Join the fun

During semester our campuses host regular social events like weekly coffee catch ups and cooking classes. Look out for annual flagship events like the QUT Classic fun run, Dragon Boat Regatta, and cultural festivals held on campus throughout the year.

The QUT Guild runs events including campus parties, live music, market days, and more. They also run two bars on campus where you can catch up with friends and relax.

Clubs and student societies

Joining a club is a great way to meet like-minded fellow students who share your interests and build lifelong friendships. We've got clubs for recreation, music, sport, social justice and heaps more, including clubs and societies connected to your course or study area.

You can meet representatives from over 150 student clubs at Orientation Week.

Connect with other international students

We offer activities for international students, including weekend trips, cultural celebrations, regular social activities, and language, study and support opportunities.

Sport and fitness

QUT Sport hosts sporting competitions and social sport, as well as training for national and intervarsity events across a range of activities, including basketball, baseball, cricket, hockey, motorsport, running, rowing, tennis and rugby.

We have fitness clubs and aquatic centres on both campuses, a multipurpose sports stadium with running track, and tennis centre.

If you're competing at an elite level, you may be eligible for our elite athlete program. We also have a competitive esports team, and support esports players of all levels. Play at our custom-designed esports arena, and join our award-winning team.

College of Excellence

The College of Excellence is a personal and professional development program for high-achieving students. You’ll belong to a community of like-minded peers and have an opportunity to develop your leadership skills by becoming a College Fellow.