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Griffith University — Gold Coast, Queensland

Quick Profile
Location:
Gold Coast, QLD
Population:
455,000
Student Enrollment (Gold Coast): 13,000
International Students       (All Campuses): 8,800
Semester Load:
3-4 courses
Required GPA:
2.5/4.0
Academic Dates:
February - June
July - November
Program Calendar
CRICOS 00233E

Griffith University includes five campuses in south-eastern Queensland, with the main campus located on the beautiful Gold Coast. Just 50 miles south of Brisbane and home to some of Australia’s best weather, the Gold Coast region is perfect for students looking to experience famous surf beaches, national parks, mountain ranges and excellent nightlife.

The Gold Coast campus of Griffith is just minutes from stunning beaches and is set amongst native bushland. While some students choose to utilize the extensive library for studying, others spread out their books on the green grass or on a nearby sandy beach.

Students enjoy access to extensive sporting facilities, including an Olympic-standard athletics track, a gym, as well as basketball and tennis courts. The UniBar offers a place to play pool with new friends. The campus also offers a variety of dining options, including al fresco cafes dotted around the campus so you can always take advantage of the Gold Coast’s perfect climate.

University Facts

  • Griffith University was ranked in the top 4% of institutions worldwide in 2008 (Times HES – QS World Ranking).
  • The Griffith Gold Coast campus hosts over 15,000 students from across Australia and the world, with approximately 30% international students.
  • The University is Australia’s leader in Environmental Science and has invested over $50 million Australian dollars into the National Climate Change Adaptation Research Facility (NCCARF).
  • Griffith Business School is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International), placing Griffith in the top 5% of business schools worldwide.
  • The university is a founding member of Innovative Research Universities Australia (IRU Australia).

Eligibility

Students must be enrolled in a four-year degree-granting institution at the time of enrollment at Griffith University. Griffith University also requires that applicants have a minimum GPA of 2.5.

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