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Locality: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 7 3138 5913

Address: Victoria Park Road 4059 Brisbane, QLD, Australia

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25.01.2022 This week our QCF258 students tested how strong their bridges were. We tested the strength of the bridges first by using toy cars and then by adding 2.5 kilos weight. One of them held up to 22.5 kilos! Thanks to Ruth and all our QCF258 students that allowed us to be part of this fun practical unit.

24.01.2022 On 1 July (11.30am AEST), join Insider Guides and industry experts in our free webinar, as we do a deep dive into the world of employability, and uncover method...s and tactics on how to get a job as an international student in Australia. Spaces are limited! For more information on this webinar and how to register your attendance, click here: https://bit.ly/382ET91

24.01.2022 Thanks for participating in our first QUTIC giveaway! We will be contacting our 10 winners of the QUTIC care package by private message. Keep an eye on our Facebook for more giveaways later this week

24.01.2022 Did you graduate from your Foundation, Diploma or UCTP program in October or November, 2020? CONGRATULATIONS! We are so excited for you to be starting the next chapter of your academic journey. 9 December is your online END OF YEAR CELEBRATION and we want you to be there!... Register you AND your family for this online celebration. https://unihub.qut.edu.au/Form.aspx?id=3722710

21.01.2022 We had a great time being part of the concrete mix design practical class with the Diploma of Engineering students. The Civil Engineering Materials unit contains practical classes in laboratory space where students get to create and test concrete for different projects. What a fun way and hands on way to learn about the fundamentals of being a civil engineering!

20.01.2022 Welcome back EAP (Extended), Foundation and Diploma students! And a special warm welcome to all our new students who are starting with us online, from all over the world. Hope you all have your study stations set up and ready to go. LETS DO THIS!

20.01.2022 Happy Friday everyone! Watch a sneak peak from Loretta and Craig. Our QUT College teachers share their virtual class experience and are excited to be able to communicate with students from all around the world! Raise your hand if you were in Craigs classroom whilst we were filming Stay tuned for more teacher videos and student advice regarding online study and more.

19.01.2022 #TBT to when a group of our students and mentors went to the City Welcome Festival for international students put on by the Lord Major of Brisbane on 5 March Study Brisbane

19.01.2022 Hear from QUT students on how they celebrated Chinese New Year in Brisbane. https://blogs.qut.edu.au//2021-celebrating-another-chines/

18.01.2022 Happy Monday everyone! We would like to remind our students that the QUT International College Food Bank still have items available. Please contact our QUTIC Welfare team at [email protected] to receive more information.... The QUTIC Welfare team also provide counselling services and support to our students. Please remember you are not alone; we are here for you!

18.01.2022 Dear Diploma students. Good luck with your exams!

18.01.2022 An update from your QUTIC Welfare team:

17.01.2022 What are you doing tonight? Chris, a QUTIC mentor shares his suggestions on what to do in isolation and gives a sneak peek into what he plans to do right after making this short video.

17.01.2022 "It really shows how important it is to find your voice and to not be afraid to use it". CONGRATULATIONS to QUT's Alumnus Kirstin Ferguson who has been named in Thinkers50 'Thinkers to Watch' list. Kirstin is the only Australian on the list and is acknowledged for her ideas on emotionally intelligent leadership and empowering women. https://womensagenda.com.au//dr-kirstin-ferguson-only-aus/

17.01.2022 Have you visited the beautiful Noosa, Queensland? QUT International Student Services is organising a day trip on Saturday 4 April. Include: return transport, Eumundi markets, hiking on the headlands, free time for exploring the town, shopping, swimming and relaxing on the beach. All for only $45.... Sign up below!

17.01.2022 Our third QUTIC giveaway is here! Thanks to all our students who have shared their stories and provided comments. Remember that aside from staying safe at home, we should all try to stay mentally and physically healthy as well. This can be tough when all the gyms are closed. So, our giveaway this week is supporting and encouraging a healthy lifestyle, especially during this time of anxiety and stress. We are giving away five fitness packages which include a yoga mat, skippi...ng rope, stretch band, Pilates ball and lots more! To be eligible all you need to do is comment below and post an image or video of your favourite thing to stay mentally/physically active? It could be yoga, walking, meditation, running, lifting weights or Beat Saber. Remember there are only 5 packs available this week, and we expect the competition to be fierce, so get creative with your post. We will select the best five comments made by current QUTIC students. #QUTIC

17.01.2022 Congratulations to Jason Rumengan for receiving the Directors Award for Community Contribution! During his time at QUT College, Jason participated as a Mentor to guide and support new students whilst excelling at his studies. He believes the Mentor program was a great initiative from the College as it helped students to feel part of a community. We are so proud of our students and we look forward to seeing what the future holds for them. Please join us in congratulating Jason and wishing all the best in the Faculty of Science and Engineering!

16.01.2022 Attention all current QUT College students. QUT is offering a second round of financial assistance to international students through the International Student COVID-19 Hardship Fund. For more information and to apply: bit.ly/2OwNszR

16.01.2022 Entries for the QUT t-shirt design competition are open now! Read how to enter here: https://bit.ly/3kjF9pD Entries close at 10.00am on Thursday 20 August 2020.

16.01.2022 Dear Foundation students. Good luck with your exams!

15.01.2022 Great work to all QUTIC students for starting your online study journey! We had over 1000 students studying online this week. This is a record for us, and you should be proud of yourself and your College. We are working hard to ensure your education is not disrupted during this difficult period and we are very thankful for your patience. As a THANK YOU for being awesome students, we are GIVING AWAY care packages to the first 10 QUTIC students that COMMENT on this post by ...telling us what you learnt during your online study this week and post a photo of your home study space . We get that COVID-19 is adding to everyones stress and anxiety. However, there are practical steps you can take like focusing on your long-term goals while maintaining a sense of well-being that can make it easier. Over the coming weeks well be sharing advice about how best to study online, how to look after yourself during isolation, and things you can do when you cant leave the house. Well also be giving away more care packages. Here is a tip to get started: Limit your exposure to news. Its good to stay updated but you dont need to be reminded about Coronavirus 24/7. Give yourself a break from time to time. Remember QUTIC Welfare advisers ([email protected]) are available if you need help or want to talk with someone. We cant wait to see your comments ! #QUTIC

15.01.2022 An update from your QUTIC Activities team:

14.01.2022 R U OK? Today is 'R U OK?' day. Make sure you ask your friends if they are ok and support each other with any concerns. Our QUT Welfare advisor and College team are here to provide any support. Also, there are several events on campus and online to raise awareness of mental health on R U OK? day. ... Check out the Blackboard site QUT College Support team for information in all the events happening today.

12.01.2022 What are my basic workplace entitlements? My employer has had to close and I have been stood down without pay, what does this mean? I lost my job, what does thi...s mean for my student visa? Join Insider Guides and Ying Zheng, Assistant Director at the Fair Work Ombudsman, on 16 April for a webinar about international student work rights during the COVID-19 pandemic to have all of these questions, and more, answered. Register your attendance at the link below - spaces filling fast!

12.01.2022 Looking for a fun new game and wanting to practise your English skills? We are giving away 5 Bananagrams for you to play with your roommates or a friend. All you have to do is comment below and list your top three board games. We will contact our five winners next week. This is our last Giveaway, thanks to all our students that participated over the last few weeks! We loved the great engagement and feedback and most importantly we want to reassure that the QUTIC team is her...e to support you. Have a lovely long weekend!

12.01.2022 Great job! First week of online classes Virtual high five from the QUT International College team! Keep up the good work and keep an eye on our Facebook for student advice, online activities and student support. ... Enjoy the weekend!

11.01.2022 QUTIC students - youre invited to join us (via Zoom) for Coffee OFF Campus! Thursday, 25 June 11:45 - 12:30 AEST Meet new people, extend your networks and find out more about QUTIC Activities wherever you are in the world.... - Introduce yourself to others and let us know more about you! - Ask about QUTIC Activities and how you can get involved - Find out about QUT Student Clubs and Societies and how you can sign up Join the QUTIC Activities Facebook group for more information!

11.01.2022 We need your help to spread the word! The last couple of weeks your teachers and staff have been collecting food for the QUTIC Food Bank to help support any QUTIC students who are struggling to afford food and essential items as a result of the effects of COVID-19. If you or someone you know in the QUTIC community need some assistance please contact the QUTIC Welfare team at: [email protected] and they will let you know how you can get access to the QUTIC Food Bank.... Please be assured your identity and any information shared will be kept confidential. #QUTIC

10.01.2022 Congratulations to all of our recent graduating students from Diploma, Foundation and University Certificate in Tertiary Preparation (13TP3 and 6TP6 2020)! We wish you all the best for your continuing studies

09.01.2022 Happy Saturday! We would like to remind our students that the QUT International College team has collected more items for our Food Bank. Our Food Bank is available for QUTIC students who require support during the Covid19 situation. If you are struggling to afford food or essential items, please contact our QUTIC Welfare team at [email protected] to receive more information. The QUTIC Welfare team also provide counselling services and support to our students. Please remember you are not alone; we are here for you!

09.01.2022 P Block update and sneak peek: As many of you know, the QUTIC building (P Block) is currently under renovation. QUTIC has invested a significant amount to upgrade our building and technology. This will provide a premium learning environment and an enjoyable and rewarding experience for our students. One positive outcome of teaching online has been that we have been able to expedite the renovations and these will be completed sooner than anticipated. ... Here are some of the new classrooms that are expected to be ready for use by the end of 2020!

09.01.2022 Cherry, a QUTIC mentor shares her advice on what you could do as an international student during COVID-19

09.01.2022 Come and join us on campus to celebrate HARMONY week - 18 March. Harmony week is a time to celebrate Australia's cultural diversity. https://qutvirtual4.qut.edu.au/group/qut/news

08.01.2022 In 2021 the International Women’s Day theme is ‘Choose to Challenge’. Join us to hear from outstanding members of the QUT community who are choosing to challenge the status quo through their study and career choices. Webinar: 12pm on Wednesday 10 March ... Register: https://qut.zoom.us/webi/register/WN_OOrwkU-sTWCoYYKJVyW31w See more

06.01.2022 QUTIC Welfare staff are here for you! We know staying home can be lonely and at times you might feel isolated, bored or perhaps worried about your friends and family back in your home country. Over the coming weeks, we will be sharing some tips with you on how to look after your physical and mental health while staying home and studying online.... We will cover topics such as setting a routine, staying active, keeping connected, coping with stress, sleeping well and many more. If there is a topic you would like some tips on, please let us know in the comments. We encourage you to share your own tips for your classmates in the comments at the bottom of each of our posts.

06.01.2022 We asked our former QUTIC student Constantine some questions about his first year at QUT. Find out how he felt when he first moved to a new city in the International Student Stories blog below https://blogs.qut.edu.au/internatio//my-first-year-at-qut/

06.01.2022 Congratulations to Jason Rumengan for receiving the Director's Award for Community Contribution! During his time at QUT College, Jason participated as a Mentor to guide and support new students whilst excelling at his studies. He believes the Mentor program was a great initiative from the College as it helped students to feel part of a community. We are so proud of our students and we look forward to seeing what the future holds for them. Please join us in congratulating Jason and wishing all the best in the Faculty of Science and Engineering!

06.01.2022 After weeks of research, planning and feedback, our QCF258 students, have started working on their Bridge project. On 7 September they test how strong their bridges are. Stay tuned!

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04.01.2022 Great news - QUT International Student COVID-19 Hardship Fund! QUT is committed to supporting our International Students. These grants will be assessed based on need and amounts up to $1,500 will be awarded to students according to individual circumstances.... The grants are intended for students who find themselves in unexpected or unforeseen financial hardship, specifically as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. The fund does not have the capacity to support a recipient with ongoing costs, and students should note that funds, where provided, are done so on a one-off basis and there are limits in terms of how much funding is available or can be provided to each applicant. To apply: complete the online application form: www.qut.edu.au//international-student-covid-19-hardship-fu Log in required. upload your supporting documents. What happens next? Once we review your application, an International Student Services team member will contact you. If you have any enquiries, please feel free to contact the QUTIC Welfare team at [email protected] or International Student Services on 07 3138 1209.

04.01.2022 We are pleased to announce that after 30 years, the QUT International College, sometimes referred to as QUTIC, has been renamed QUT College. Happy Friday everyone from the QUT College!

03.01.2022 QUTIC has always been a community of students and staff working together to support each other. Social distancing rules have made it a little more difficult, but were working hard to provide help and assistance through online channels. As we enter the Easter holiday weekend, we want to make sure that you are staying healthy during this social distancing period. QUTIC is giving away Easter comfort packages to the first 10 QUT International College students that comment below ...and tell us what you are doing to stay busy at home over the Easter holiday period? Yes, thats right QUTIC is the Easter Bunny this year! If youre baking or cooking, then tell us what it is and post a photo. If youve found a cool video game, then we want to hear about it and see a pic. Whatever it is, share it with your community and inspire us! #QUTIC

02.01.2022 Looking for something fun to do online? Check out the QUT Guild online events. The Pet Show and Tell is happening right now!!

02.01.2022 CONGRATULATIONS to Allen for receiving the Directors Award for Community Contribution. During his time at QUTIC Allen was an active member of the Student Representative Committee, participated as a Mentor to inspire and encourage his peers and proved his strong communication and leadership skills as a Senior Mentor and captain of the QUTIC Dragon Boat Regatta team. Please join us in congratulating Allen.

01.01.2022 Its tempting to stay up late playing games or hanging out with friends when you dont have nagging parents around anymore. BUT, getting enough sleep (8 hrs+) the night before class helps your brain to remember important information #tiptuesday