About the university
Griffith University is a public university in South East Queensland with campuses in Brisbane, Logan and on the Gold Coast. It is ranked 230th in the world by QS (joint) and 266th by Times Higher Education for 2027.
Griffith teaches a wide range of subjects, including IT, analytics and cyber security, psychology, marine science, social work and medicine. It runs on a trimester calendar, so many degrees have more than one start date a year.
Indian students look at Griffith for its ranking, its IT and AI master's degrees (such as the Master of Information Technology and the Master of Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence), and for life in Brisbane or on the Gold Coast, which are usually cheaper than Sydney or Melbourne.
Its top international award, the Vice Chancellor's International Scholarship, covers 50% of tuition for the whole degree for a small number of high achievers.
- Type
- Public university
- Total students
- About 30,600 (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
- International students
- 26% (THE 2027 data)
- Student–staff ratio
- 28.1 to 1 (THE 2027 data)
- Campuses
- Brisbane, Logan and the Gold Coast in South East Queensland, plus online study
- Intakes
- Trimester system; Trimester 1 2027 starts on 1 March 2027, and many master's degrees also start in Trimester 2
Rankings
QS World University Rankings 2027
=230 in the world
THE World University Rankings 2027
266 in the world
Popular courses with Indian students
Griffith University doesn't publish course-by-course fees for international students online. See the courses on the official website (opens in a new tab), or ask our counsellor for the current list and fees.
Scholarships
- Bachelor's and master's (coursework)
Vice Chancellor's International Scholarship
Value: 50% of tuition fees for the whole degree, subject to ongoing eligibility
Eligibility: New full-time international students starting in 2026 or 2027 with a GPA of 6.0 out of 7 (or equivalent); apply after receiving your offer. For Trimester 1 2027, apply by 28 November 2026. Limited and competitive.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Bachelor's degrees need a school qualification equivalent to Australian Year 12, such as Indian Class 12; check the degree finder for your program's requirement.
- Apply to your program first; scholarship applications come after you receive a Letter of Offer.
- Your deposit usually covers first-trimester tuition, health cover (OSHC) for the visa and any application fee.
Postgraduate
- Master's degrees need a recognised bachelor's degree; the degree finder shows each program's requirements.
- Later trimesters' fees are due by the census date at the end of week 4 of classes.
- Fees in your Letter of Offer are current when issued but are reviewed every year.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (bachelor's)
- Degree transcripts and certificate (master's)
- English test result
- Personal statement (for the Vice Chancellor's scholarship)
- Financial documents for the student visa
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| English requirement | Each Griffith program sets its IELTS, PTE and TOEFL scores in the degree finder; check your program. |
| Pathway | English language and pathway programs are available if you are below the required score. |
| Before you book a test | Confirm the score with Griffith, as requirements differ by program. |
Accommodation and living costs
Griffith has student accommodation at its campuses, but we could not read current prices from its pages. Brisbane and the Gold Coast are usually cheaper than Sydney or Melbourne; see our Australia guide for typical rents.
| Item | In AUD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|
Campus and location
Griffith's campuses are spread across Brisbane, Logan and the Gold Coast. Your campus depends on your program.
- Brisbane: Griffith's campuses in Queensland's capital.
- Gold Coast: a major campus in the coastal city south of Brisbane.
- Logan: a smaller campus in South East Queensland.
- Online: some programs can be studied online, though student visa holders must study mainly on campus.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Griffith's programs include industry placements and work-integrated learning. Graduates of Australian degrees can apply for post-study work; see our Australia guide for the rules.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| International students at the university | 26% | THE World University Rankings 2027 data |
Studying in Australia
Visa rules, work rights and living costs apply to every university in Australia. Our country guide covers them in detail:
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FAQs
What is Griffith's world ranking?
Joint 230th in the QS World University Rankings 2027 and 266th in the THE World University Rankings 2027.
How much are Griffith's international fees?
Griffith shows fees for your starting trimester in its online degree finder and in your Letter of Offer. We could not read them when we checked, so confirm the fee for your program before applying.
When does Trimester 1 2027 start?
On 1 March 2027. Many programs also take students in other trimesters.
How do I get the Vice Chancellor's International Scholarship?
Apply for your program, then apply for the scholarship after you get your offer, with your academic records and a personal statement. You need a GPA of 6.0 out of 7 or equivalent, and places are limited.
Brisbane or Gold Coast: which campus?
It depends on your program. Check the degree finder for where each program is taught before you apply.
Sources
- Griffith University: international fees (opens in a new tab)
- Griffith University: Vice Chancellor's International Scholarship (opens in a new tab)
- Griffith University: degree finder (Master of Information Technology) (opens in a new tab)
- THE World University Rankings 2027: Griffith University (opens in a new tab)
- QS World University Rankings (opens in a new tab)
- Wikipedia: Griffith University (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.griffith.edu.au (opens in a new tab)
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