After the the QCEs are over, the next big task to tackle is deciding what university you want to go to. It is a big decision to make, and it is very important that you keep to the deadlines. It can be difficult keeping track of all the dates, so we have consolidated some of the important dates for the 5 most popular courses in the 3 most popular universities in Queensland.
Before we get started, here are some key terms to wrap your heads around.
Lowest Selection Rank
The Lowest Selection Rank is the ATAR (or adjusted ATAR after bonuses) of the last student who received an offer for the course in the previous intake. It can give you an idea of how competitive the course is, but it changes every year depending on demand and applicant scores.
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1. The University of Queensland
UQ (#40 QS World University Ranking 2025) is the oldest and most prestigious university in Queensland, a member of the Group of Eight, and consistently ranks among the world’s top 50. It attracts the highest number of high-achieving students in the state and is renowned for research, teaching excellence, and graduate outcomes.
⚖ Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
These are the entry requirements for this course:
- Lowest selection rank was 97.5 for 2025 admission
- Pre-requisite: General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C)
QTAC hasn’t released the deadlines to note for 2026 admission yet, but you can keep a lookout here: https://www.qtac.edu.au/key-info/#qtac-dates/
🛠 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
These are the entry requirements for this course:
- Lowest selection rank was 84.0 for 2025 admission
- Pre-requisites:
- General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C)
- Mathematical Methods (Units 3 & 4, C);
- Either Chemistry or Physics (Units 3 & 4, C)
- Studying Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C) and both Chemistry and Physics is recommended as students will have increased flexibility in their studies.
QTAC hasn’t released the deadlines to note for 2026 admission yet, but you can keep a lookout here: https://www.qtac.edu.au/key-info/#qtac-dates/
💊 Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)
These are the entry requirements for this course:
- Lowest selection rank was 80.0 for 2025 admission
- Pre-requisites:
- General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C)
- General Mathematics, Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
- Chemistry (Units 3 & 4, C)
- Biology is recommended
QTAC hasn’t released the deadlines to note for 2026 admission yet, but you can keep a lookout here: https://www.qtac.edu.au/key-info/#qtac-dates/
🧠 Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours)
These are the entry requirements for this course:
- Lowest selection rank was 88.0 for 2025 admission
- Pre-requisites:
- General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C)
QTAC hasn’t released the deadlines to note for 2026 admission yet, but you can keep a lookout here: https://www.qtac.edu.au/key-info/#qtac-dates/
📈 Bachelor of Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours)
These are the entry requirements for this course:
- Lowest selection rank was 99.0 for 2025 admission
- Pre-requisites:
- General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C)
- Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
QTAC hasn’t released the deadlines to note for 2026 admission yet, but you can keep a lookout here: https://www.qtac.edu.au/key-info/#qtac-dates/
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2. Queensland University of Technology (QUT)
QUT (#213 QS World University Ranking) has more than 50,000 students across two inner-city campuses in Brisbane. It offers academic programs in fields spanning business, creative industries, education, engineering, health, law, science, and social justice.
💳 Bachelor of Business (Management)
These are the entry requirements for this course:
- Lowest selection rank was 70 for 2025 admission
- Assumed knowledge:
- English, or Literature, or English and Literature Extension, or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 & 4, C)
QTAC hasn’t released the deadlines to note for 2026 admission yet, but you can keep a lookout here: https://www.qtac.edu.au/key-info/#qtac-dates/
🛠 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)(Civil)
These are the entry requirements for this course:
- Lowest selection rank was 82.0 for 2025 admission
- Assumed knowledge:
- English, or Literature, or English and Literature Extension, or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 & 4, C)
- Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
QTAC hasn’t released the deadlines to note for 2026 admission yet, but you can keep a lookout here: https://www.qtac.edu.au/key-info/#qtac-dates/
💻 Bachelor of Information Technology (Computer Science)
These are the entry requirements for this course:
- Lowest selection rank was 70.0 for 2025 admission
- Assumed knowledge:
- English, or Literature, or English and Literature Extension, or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 & 4, C)
- General Mathematics, or Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
QTAC hasn’t released the deadlines to note for 2026 admission yet, but you can keep a lookout here: https://www.qtac.edu.au/key-info/#qtac-dates/
🏩 Bachelor of Nursing
These are the entry requirements for this course:
- Lowest selection rank was 75.0 for 2025 admission
- Assumed knowledge:
- English, or Literature, or English and Literature Extension, or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 & 4, C)
QTAC hasn’t released the deadlines to note for 2026 admission yet, but you can keep a lookout here: https://www.qtac.edu.au/key-info/#qtac-dates/
🎭 Bachelor of Creative Industries
These are the entry requirements for this course:
- Lowest selection rank was 70.0 for 2025 admission
- Pre-requisite:
- English, or Literature, or English and Literature Extension, or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 & 4, C)
QTAC hasn’t released the deadlines to note for 2026 admission yet, but you can keep a lookout here: https://www.qtac.edu.au/key-info/#qtac-dates/
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3. Griffith University
Griffith (#255 QS World University Rankings 2025) may be a young school, but it still ranked 35th in the 2024 Times Higher Education Young University Rankings, improving by 11 places from 46th in 2023. Consistently ranking in the top 2 per cent of universities globally, their degrees are designed with industry in mind, the future in our sights, and social impact at heart.
🏩 Bachelor of Nursing
These are the entry requirements for this course:
- Lowest selection rank last year ranged from 70.0 - 74.0 (varies according to different campus locations)
- Assumed knowledge:
- English, or Literature, or English and Literature Extension, or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 & 4, C)
QTAC hasn’t released the deadlines to note for 2026 admission yet, but you can keep a lookout here: https://www.qtac.edu.au/key-info/#qtac-dates/
🤱 Bachelor of Midwifery
These are the entry requirements for this course:
- Lowest selection rank last year was 87.0 (only in Logan campus)
- Assumed knowledge:
- English, or Literature, or English and Literature Extension, or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 & 4, C)
QTAC hasn’t released the deadlines to note for 2026 admission yet, but you can keep a lookout here: https://www.qtac.edu.au/key-info/#qtac-dates/
🛎 Bachelor of International Tourism and Hotel Management
These are the entry requirements for this course:
- Lowest selection rank was 67.0 for 2025 admission
- Assumed knowledge:
- Any two units of English (Band 3)
QTAC hasn’t released the deadlines to note for 2026 admission yet, but you can keep a lookout here: https://www.qtac.edu.au/key-info/#qtac-dates/
🦷 Bachelor of Dental Health Science
These are the entry requirements for this course:
- Must register for UCAT ANZ
- Assumed knowledge:
- English, English as an Additional Language, Literature or English and Literature Extension (Units 3 and 4, C)
- One of Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C)
QTAC hasn’t released the deadlines to note for 2026 admission yet, but you can keep a lookout here: https://www.qtac.edu.au/key-info/#qtac-dates/
💳 Bachelor of Business
These are the entry requirements for this course:
- Lowest selection rank was 63.0 for 2025 admission
- Assumed knowledge:
- Any two units of English (Band 3)
QTAC hasn’t released the deadlines to note for 2026 admission yet, but you can keep a lookout here: https://www.qtac.edu.au/key-info/#qtac-dates/
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Conclusion
These are all information taken from each university’s websites, though it must be noted that these dates may be subject to change. Best to keep tabs on the universities and courses you are most interested in, so as not to miss any important deadlines!
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FAQs
When are the QCE exams?
We have an article that consolidates the exam dates for the 2025 QCEs! Check it out here:
How do I choose the right University?
There are a lot of things to consider when selecting a university: location, course, ranking, ATAR etc. The best thing you can do is research, and attend university open days to experience what the student life looks like, and also clarify any doubts you have with staff and students at the school!
Manoj ArachigeCan I still apply for University without an ATAR?
Yes, there are alternative pathways to University. Find out more in this article.
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