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Griffith University

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world rank  414

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Overview

Griffith University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. This institution also has branch campuses in Logan, Gold Coast, South Bank and Mt Gravatt. Founded in 1971, Griffith University (GU) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Department of Education. GU provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 55-year-old Australian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate is 70-79%. This places it among a moderately selective. International students are welcome to apply. GU also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Griffith University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Griffith University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Griffith University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Griffith University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym GU
Founded 1971
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Location

Address 170 Kessels Road
Brisbane
4111 Queensland
Australia
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Griffith University Phone Number (0)7 3735 7200
Griffith University Fax Number (0)7 3735 6646
Other locations Logan, Gold Coast, South Bank and Mt Gravatt

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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Griffith University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Department of Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Griffith University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • CPA Australia
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA)
  • Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI)
  • Australian Computer Society (ACS)
  • Engineers Australia
  • National ELT Accreditation Scheme Limited (NEAS)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Griffith University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Griffith University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Griffith University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Griffith University's academic range and degree level offering.



Griffith University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Griffith University's areas of study and degree levels currently offered.

Programs and Courses

Griffith University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Griffith University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Griffith University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Griffith University.



Griffith University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro) 30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro)
International
students		 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro) 35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Griffith University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Griffith University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Griffith University Admission Info


Griffith University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Griffith University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Griffith University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Griffith University has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Griffith University's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Griffith University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Griffith University has more than 6100 international students.


Griffith University's Admission Office Admission Office

Griffith International, 170 Kessels Road
Nathan 4111
(0)7 3735 7200


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Griffith University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Griffith University Size and Profile


Griffith University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Griffith University has a student enrollment ranging from 35,000 to 39,999, making it a very large-sized institution.


Griffith University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Griffith University's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


Griffith University's Control Type Control Type

Griffith University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Griffith University's Entity Type Entity Type

Griffith University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Griffith University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Griffith University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Griffith University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Griffith University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Griffith University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Griffith University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Griffith University Facilities


Griffith University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Griffith University's Library


Griffith University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Griffith University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Griffith University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Griffith University Services


Griffith University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Griffith University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Griffith University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Griffith University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Griffith University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Griffith University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Griffith University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Griffith University
  • Faculty of Arts
  • Faculty of Education
  • Griffith Business School
  • Griffith Law School
  • Griffith Health
  • Faculty of Science
  • Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology
  • Faculty of Environmental Sciences

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Memberships and Affiliations

Griffith University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Griffith University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Universities Australia
  • Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL)
  • Australian National Business Schools
  • Innovative Research Universities Australia (IRU)
  • Open Universities Australia (OUA)


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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Griffith University public or private?

Griffith University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Griffith University profit or non-profit?

Griffith University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Griffith University in terms of enrollment?

Griffith University has a student enrollment ranging from 35,000 to 39,999, making it a very large-sized institution.

What is the size of Griffith University in terms of academic staff?

Griffith University's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.

Is Griffith University a coeducational institution?

Griffith University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Griffith University use?

Griffith University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Griffith University affiliated with?

None.

Does Griffith University admit international students?

Yes. Griffith University has more than 6100 international students.

What is Griffith University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Griffith University's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Griffith University GU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro). International students: 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Griffith University GU located?

Griffith University is located in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Address: 170 Kessels Road.

Is Griffith University GU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Griffith University is accredited by Department of Education (since ).

Does Griffith University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Griffith University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Griffith University have a university library?

Yes

Does Griffith University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Griffith University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Griffith University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Griffith University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Griffith University offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Griffith University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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