August 17, 2020
Graduates from the University of Southern Queensland have the highest starting salary in Queensland – and the second best nationally – according to the latest Good Universities Guide.
The guide, released on Monday, show that USQ graduates have a median starting salary of $67,400.
The rankings also revealed 89 per cent of USQ postgraduates found full-time employment within four months of finishing their degree.
Vice-Chancellor Professor Geraldine Mackenzie said the outcomes were outstanding in light of the uncertain global landscape.
“These strong results are very reassuring, especially given the current environment,” Prof Mackenzie said.
She said the results stemmed from degrees that prepared students for the workplace.
“We develop practical and relevant programs through industry partnerships, including our work with Qantas, where our Bachelor of Aviation students are connected to the Qantas Group Future Pilot Program.” Prof Mackenzie said.
“We strive to create a learning environment that is exciting and innovative using the latest in digital learning technology.”
USQ’s engineering programs topped the list, ranking number one in Australia for graduates in full-time employment and undergraduate median starting salary, and the Creative Arts undergraduate program was number one for overall education experience.
USQ was also ranked first in Queensland, and second in Australia, for social equity and proportion of “first generation” students.
