I applied for this university because it offered the best animal science course on this side of Australia and had international accreditation. I knew about UQ because it is a popular university for students. The university was my top 4 preferences when I applied through QTAC, I received the highest possible grade upon graduating and therefore was guaranteed to get into my course. The fees for my application were relatively small. Once I received my offer it was extremely easy to accept and the University provided clear instructions on how to set up my university account. They were also available to call.
Exams
There is over 400 people in my degree and around 50 in my major. The program has guaranteed entry for OP 1-5 students, which is the top 5 grades than can be achieved on graduation from high school. I achieved an OP 1. The lowest OP in the course is 10. The program requires Mathematics B, English and one of chemistry or physics to be completed at a high school level. There were no extra exams taken for entry.
Placement
At my university campus, you can work at the various parts of the university's farm, as well as in the lab. Those jobs require experience and a high GPA. There are other jobs such as tutoring and residential staff.
Internship
Placement is an essential part of the degrees and placement is needed to both the uni and external providers. The university has a good reputation for students and therefore it is not that difficult to find people to do the placement with.
Fees
The fees are paid semesterly and academic scholarships are available for international students. My fees are covered by the government in a HECS loan, which I will pay back when I get a reasonable paying job through tax with no interest or time limit. It is approximately $10,000 a year to study, but fees are higher for international students, due to a total lack of subsidy from the government.
Faculty
Good faculty with approachable and highly qualified staff. All lecturers are leading researchers in their field and therefore can provide a modern insight into the industry.
Hostel
I live on campus where accommodation is affordable and meals are provided. There is also a stack of events run for people who live on campus and there are on campus facilities such as the library which is open 24 hours, a doctor, gym, pool, psychologists, and security.
