Teaching and learning objectives

Learn how we will achieve our 3 objectives for delivering for Teaching and learning: Educating for leadership and future success.

Our objective is to develop graduates who combine deep disciplinary knowledge with future-oriented skills, enabling them to lead and contribute meaningfully to society.

Generative AI is reshaping how we work, learn and engage with knowledge. The enduring value of a university education lies in a research-informed and human-centred learning experience. UQ provides research-based curricula that develop disciplinary expertise and critical thinking, supported by practical experiences in laboratories, placements, group projects, debates and creative studios. Through these experiences, students learn not only to acquire knowledge but to question, interpret and apply it responsibly, developing the ethical judgment and adaptability required for leadership.

Teaching excellence is central to preparing graduates for a complex future. Educators shape how students engage with knowledge, technology and each other. Their expertise underpins UQ’s capacity to deliver transformative education. We will continue to invest in our educators to support a culture of innovation and collaboration, enabling them to share effective practice and shape future learning. By strengthening our staff capability, we reinforce UQ’s capacity to deliver education that is engaging, relevant and deeply human.

At UQ, we integrate emerging technologies into teaching and learning to ensure graduates can use these tools responsibly and effectively. Students will deepen their disciplinary knowledge while applying new technologies critically and creatively to address complex issues. Through initiatives such as Lead Through Learning, we are preparing students to lead in their professions and communities by using AI with discernment while maintaining the integrity of the learning process.

As a research-intensive university, UQ ensures teaching is informed by discovery and innovation. Students learn within a research-based curriculum, have access to state-of-the-art facilities and benefit from opportunities to engage directly with leading academics.

Our objective is to provide a vibrant on-campus experience through immersive opportunities that support meaningful connection and academic, professional and personal growth.

UQ’s on-campus experience is a major attraction for both international students and domestic undergraduates. We continue to improve our St Lucia, Gatton, Herston and Dutton Park campuses to create welcoming, inclusive and supportive environments that encourage students to fully participate in university life.

Our partners – including UQ Union, student-led groups, UQ Sport, colleges and residences – share this commitment. We will continue to collaborate with them to foster a deep sense of community and connection. In 2027, we will open our second student residence at St Lucia, providing over 1,000 new on-campus accommodation places to support students to live, learn and engage in a lively campus setting.

We will continue to enhance our co- and extra-curricular learning opportunities to ensure a holistic UQ experience that equips students with the knowledge, skills and networks needed for future success. Through entrepreneurship, research and global experiences, graduates will be prepared to thrive in the workforce, step into leadership roles or undertake higher degree research.

In response to Australia’s changing workforce needs, we will expand our postgraduate and lifelong learning offerings, providing students with access to the knowledge and skills they need for career development and personal growth in a rapidly evolving world.

We will invest in thoughtfully designed and inclusive physical and digital environments that support learning, connection and student success, with digital experiences that complement face-to-face engagement.

Our objective is to ensure every student receives proactive, inclusive, strengths-based support that enables them to succeed academically and personally.

Through The Queensland Commitment, and in line with Australian Government priorities, we are increasing participation for domestic students from underrepresented backgrounds, including those from low socio-economic backgrounds and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. As our student population becomes more diverse, we are adapting our support so that all students are equipped to succeed at each stage of their learning journey.

Students expect proactive intervention and support, and we are committed to providing a more coordinated approach that helps each student participate fully and succeed in their studies. By using our extensive data resources, we have already begun adopting a data-informed approach to identifying students who may need additional support. The Early Intervention Support Initiative is one example. By integrating real-time learning analytics, student feedback, demographic and educational background indicators and engagement metrics, we can better anticipate student needs, tailor interventions and reduce equity gaps.

Identifying students who may need additional support is only the first step. We will enhance our processes, resources and capabilities to engage with students early, assess their needs and connect them seamlessly to the academic and wrap-around support that enables future success. Through an individualised approach that considers each student’s circumstances, we will deliver effective discipline-specific academic, professional and personal support and advice.

A safe, supportive and inclusive environment is essential for both academic achievement and personal development. We will refine our current approach by implementing a university-wide model that promotes safety, respect and wellbeing. This model will coordinate prevention, intervention and response strategies to harmful behaviours, creating a culture grounded in care, accountability and inclusion.