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 8 reasons to choose UQ for Postgrad IT
  1. Did somebody say UQ was all theory and not enough practice?  Our programs have a core component of project work, taking an industrial-scale system from initial specification through design, implementation and documentation, in a teamwork environment.  Projects can be completed with industry.
     
  2. The Information Technology programs are very flexible and include a wide range of electives in areas including commerce, technology management, health informatics, geographical information systems, biotechnology and information systems.
     
  3. Where is the best university teaching in Queensland?  Right here.  UQ has been independently rated among the top band of Australian universities for teaching quality and number 1 in Queensland.
     
  4. Overall, UQ is rated among the top 33 universities in the world (Times Higher Education Supplement, 2007), the top 5 in Asia-Pacific region (Shanghai Jiao Tong University study, 2007), the top 4 in Australia (Uni Melbourne study, 2004) and number 1 in Queensland (all three studies).
     
  5. As one of the top four research universities in Australia, UQ attracts high-quality academic staff.  Their research and industry links feed into curriculum design and teaching.
     
  6. UQ’s IT programs are accredited by the Australian Computer Society.  UQ participates in a number of activities to encourage greater female participation in IT.
     
  7. We are stepping up our investment in computing laboratories, to offer real-world equipment and resources.  UQ has been chosen by the famed Massachusetts Institute of Technology as the Australian hub for its iCampus initiative.  The School of ITEE is creating remote labs for its students - real laboratories accessed via the Internet.
     
  8. UQ offers other great facilities, beautiful campuses, students from all over the world, and international exchange programs. 
     

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