University of the Sunshine Coast
90 Sippy Downs Drive, Sippy Downs, Queensland, QLD 4556, AustraliaUniversity of the Sunshine Coast is a unique and successful regional institution, established to support the development aspirations of the Sunshine Coast community. USC has developed and adopted multi-campus, institution-wide Students as Partners (SaP) approach to student representation, governance and leadership. This unique approach provides a wide range of partnership opportunities to amplify the student voice, improve the student experience, build graduate attributes, develop leadership skills and enhance employability.
601-800th
World University Ranking 2021
Good
Impact Rankings
2020
151-200th
Young University Ranking 2020
About University of the Sunshine Coast
The University of the Sunshine Coast is a modern higher education institution located in Queensland, Australia. Established in 1994, what was then known as the Sunshine Coast University College opened its doors to 524 students in 1996 and was granted full university status two years later, inheriting the name it uses today. USC is in a period of rapid research development and growth, building research capacity, productivity and output. In 2018 the Australian Research Council ranked USC above or well above world standard in seventeen key research areas and equal to world standard in nine others* (Excellence in Research for Australia report). Our researchers collaborate with local, national and international governments, institutions and industries to deliver innovative, high-quality research with real impact. USC programs include a strong focus on the core skills needed in the future workplace. Our approach to learning is hands on, with cutting-edge technologies and lots of opportunities to engage with your lecturers and fellow students on campus.
USC is home to some of the most advanced learning facilities in Australia, including simulated nursing and paramedic labs, advanced engineering technologies, and a state-of-the-art CAVE2™ 3D visualization studio. USC is rated one of Australia’s best universities for overall student experience.
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Key Statistics
28.5
No. Of Students
Per Staff 2020
18%
Percentage of
International Students
67 : 33
Student Ratio Of
Females to Males
10,242
Number Of Fit
Students
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