Central Queensland University facts for kids
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| Latin: Universitas Centralis Terrae Reginae | |||||||
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| Motto |
Doctrina Perpetua (Latin)
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Forever learning | ||||||
| Type | Public research university | ||||||
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| Accreditation | TEQSA | ||||||
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| Budget | A$432.46 million (2022) | ||||||
| Chancellor | Graeme Innes | ||||||
| Vice-Chancellor | Nicholas Klomp | ||||||
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Academic staff
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c. 836 (FTE, 2023) | ||||||
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Administrative staff
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c. 970 (FTE, 2023) | ||||||
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c. 1,805 (FTE, 2023) | ||||||
| Students | 33,494 (2023) | ||||||
| Undergraduates | 13,058 (2023) | ||||||
| Postgraduates | 5,624 (2023) | ||||||
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| Location | , , | ||||||
| Campus | Urban and regional with multiple sites | ||||||
| Colours | Lime, navy and sky blue
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| Mascot | Birdy McBirdface | ||||||
| Website | cqu.edu.au | ||||||
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Central Queensland University, also known as CQUniversity, is a large public university in Australia. It is special because it has campuses in every mainland state. The main campus is in Rockhampton, Queensland.
CQUniversity also has campuses in many other cities. These include Adelaide, Brisbane, Bundaberg, Cairns, Emerald, Gladstone, Mackay, Melbourne, Noosa, Perth, Sydney, and Townsville. The university also works with smaller study centers in regional areas.
The university started in 1967 as the Queensland Institute of Technology (Capricornia). It became a full university in 1992, first called the University of Central Queensland. In 1994, it changed its name to Central Queensland University.
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History
How the University Started
People in Rockhampton wanted a university for a long time. In the 1940s, they asked the government for a college. The idea became more important in the 1950s as the area grew with new industries.
In 1959, a group called the Central Queensland University Development Association (UDA) was formed. They worked hard to make the university happen. In 1961, land was set aside for a college in Parkhurst, North Rockhampton.
Early Days: Queensland Institute of Technology (Capricornia)
The Queensland Institute of Technology (Capricornia) opened in February 1967. It started with 71 students. Classes were first held in a temporary building.
By 1969, most students and staff moved to the new campus in Parkhurst. It was still being built and was surrounded by nature. The first students even slept in the canteen while waiting for dorms to open.
Growing into Capricornia Institute of Advanced Education
In 1971, the institute became independent and changed its name. It was now the Capricornia Institute of Advanced Education (CIAE). It started to feel more like a traditional university.
The CIAE was the first college in Australia to offer a Bachelor of Science degree online in 1974. By 1985, many students were learning from a distance. The institute sent out thousands of study packages every year.
Between 1978 and 1989, the CIAE opened smaller campuses. These were in Gladstone, Mackay, Bundaberg, and Emerald.
Becoming a University
In 1990, the CIAE became the University College of Central Queensland. It was sponsored by the University of Queensland.
Then, in 1992, it officially became a full university. It was named the University of Central Queensland. In 1994, it got its current name, Central Queensland University. In 2008, it was rebranded as CQUniversity Australia.
In 2001, Professor Glenice Hancock became the first female Vice-Chancellor of the university.
Since 2009, CQUniversity has grown a lot. It added many new courses, especially in health. These include physiotherapy, podiatry, and speech pathology. The university also offers courses in business, arts, education, engineering, IT, and more.
In 2014, CQUniversity joined with CQ TAFE. This made it Queensland's first "dual sector" university. Now, it offers over 300 courses, from short courses to PhDs.
CQUniversity is also known as a "Changemaker Campus." This means it focuses on solving social problems. In 2018, the university started talking about opening a medical school.
Organisation and Governance
How the University is Run
CQUniversity is managed by its Council. This group includes the Chancellor and Vice-Chancellor. The Vice-Chancellor and five Deputy Vice-Chancellors manage the daily operations. They oversee different areas like international student services and research.
The university also has leaders for different regions across Australia. There are also Pro Vice-Chancellors for teaching and Indigenous engagement. Different schools within the university are led by Deans.
Vice-Chancellor
Professor Nick Klomp is the current Vice-Chancellor and President. He started in this role in 2019. He is the sixth Vice-Chancellor of the university.
University Council
The CQUniversity Council is the main governing body. It was set up by the Central Queensland University Act (1998). Mr John Abbott is the Chancellor of CQUniversity.
Schools
CQUniversity has six main schools. Each school focuses on different subjects.
The schools are:
- School of Education and the Arts
- School of Business & Law
- School of Engineering & Technology
- School of Medical and Applied Sciences
- School of Human, Health and Social Sciences
- School of Nursing and Midwifery
What You Can Study
CQUniversity offers many different study programs. These include:
- Apprenticeships and trades
- Business, accounting, and law
- Creative and performing arts
- Education and humanities
- Engineering and building
- Health sciences
- Information technology and digital media
- Psychology, social work, and community services
- Science and environment
- English language courses
- Courses to prepare for further study
Campuses
CQUniversity has many campuses across Australia:
- CQUniversity Adelaide
- CQUniversity Brisbane
- CQUniversity Bundaberg
- CQUniversity Cairns
- CQUniversity Emerald
- CQUniversity Gladstone
- CQUniversity Mackay, City
- CQUniversity Mackay, Ooralea
- CQUniversity Melbourne
- CQUniversity Rockhampton, City
- CQUniversity Rockhampton, North
- CQUniversity Sydney
- CQUniversity Townsville
The university also works with Regional University Centres. These centers help students who study online or from a distance.
Rockhampton Campuses
Rockhampton has two campuses: Rockhampton, City and Rockhampton, North. The City campus is in the center of town. It offers many courses, from certificates to degrees. It has training restaurants and hair salons.
The North campus is the university's main headquarters. It has an Engineering Precinct with labs for different types of engineering. It also has a Health Clinic where students can work with health professionals. This clinic helps people with oral health, physiotherapy, and more.
Mackay Campuses
Mackay also has two campuses: CQUniversity Mackay, City and CQUniversity Mackay, Ooralea. The City campus is in the city center. It has computer labs, training restaurants, and a library.
The Ooralea campus is outside the city. It has lecture halls, computer labs, and nursing labs. Students can also live on campus at the Mackay Residential College. The campus also has a Trade Training Centre. This center trains students for jobs in electrical, plumbing, and automotive fields.
Bundaberg Campus
The Bundaberg campus is on a large site outside the city. It focuses on small class sizes. Facilities include a library, computer labs, and nursing labs.
The campus has a special building for science research. It also has a forensic crash lab for students studying accident forensics. Since 2013, students can also train to be commercial pilots here.
Gladstone Campuses
Gladstone has two campuses: CQUniversity Gladstone, City and CQUniversity Gladstone, Marina. The City campus is in the CBD. It offers training for the gas industry and business studies.
The Marina campus is near the water. It has the Gladstone Environmental Science Centre and the Gladstone Engineering Centre. Students use lecture halls, computer labs, and a library here.
Emerald Campus
CQUniversity Emerald is located west of Rockhampton. It focuses on trade apprenticeships. The campus has workshops for training and a computer lab.
Brisbane Campus
CQUniversity Brisbane is in the heart of the city. It has many floors with lecture rooms, multimedia labs, and a library. There is also a student lounge for relaxing.
Sydney Campus
CQUniversity Sydney is on Kent Street. It has the largest number of international students, over 2000. The campus has lecture halls, multimedia labs, a library, and a café. There is also a dedicated space for students to relax.
Melbourne Campus
CQUniversity Melbourne is a city campus. It has multimedia labs, a bookshop, a library, and a student lounge. It also has presentation and audio-visual equipment.
Adelaide Campus
CQUniversity Adelaide is in the south-west of the city. It is home to The Appleton Institute. This institute does research and teaching in areas like safety science, sleep, and human behavior.
Cairns Campus
The Cairns campus is in the city center. It supports over 2,200 students. It has special facilities for aviation, sport sciences, and engineering. The campus also has nursing and engineering labs, art studios, and film studios.
Academic Profile
Research Centres
CQUniversity has many research centers. These centers study different topics. Some examples include:
- Appleton Institute (studies safety and sleep)
- Centre for Plant and Water Science
- Centre for Railway Engineering
- Process Engineering and Light Metals Centre (PELM)
- Queensland Centre for Domestic and Family Violence Research (CDFVR)
- Centre for Physical Activity Studies (CPAS)
- Centre for Mental Health Nursing Innovation
The university also works with other universities in the Queensland Centre for Social Science Innovation (QCSSI).
University Art Collection
The university started collecting art in the 1970s. It now has almost 600 artworks. These include paintings, ceramics, and photographs from Australia and other countries. The art is displayed across the campuses.
Rankings
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| QS World | 495 |
| THE World | 401–1001 |
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| QS National | 29 |
| THE National | 35–37 |
| ERA National | 35 |
CQUniversity graduates often find full-time jobs faster than the national average. In 2013, CQUniversity received five stars for its online courses. It also got five stars for being international and easy to access. It scored four stars for teaching and facilities.
In 2012, the university's research improved a lot. It received top ratings for research in applied mathematics, agriculture, and health sciences. This means its research in these areas is considered "well above world standard."
Notable Alumni
Many famous people have studied at CQUniversity. Some of them include:
- Julian Assange, founder of WikiLeaks
- Wayne Blair, an Indigenous Australian filmmaker
- Tom Busby and Jeremy Marou, from the Australian rock duo Busby Marou
- Craig Foster, former Socceroo Captain and human rights advocate
- Anna Meares, Olympic gold medal-winning track cyclist
- William McInnes, actor and author
- Paul Ettore Tabone, opera and musical theatre performer
- Yohani, Sri Lankan singer
See also
- List of universities in Australia
- Education in Australia
Images for kids
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Engineering building at the North Rockhampton campus
