King’s College at The University of Queensland is one of Australia’s leading residential university colleges, helping young women and men reach their full potential and become the best version of themselves.
We support students throughout their University journey – providing outstanding academic, career preparation, community service, sporting, and cultural programs which enable them to pursue excellence in their university studies and other activities, and to achieve their personal goals. King’s is home to the best college facilities on the University of Queensland campus, and King’s students have a diverse range of backgrounds and interests.
With well over a century’s experience helping students navigate the ups and downs of life, King’s provides an accepting, encouraging environment which supports our students’ emotional, social, and mental wellbeing and development, and personal growth.
Ours is a values-based residential academic community which upholds its core values of integrity, respect, courage, loyalty, and humility. We are committed to ensuring a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all. We seek to promote excellence in character, intellect, service, and leadership.
A Resident Student or Associate Member of King’s is a member of the King’s community for life, part of a distinguished and supportive network of Old Collegians and friends that spans the globe. Many of the opportunities which King’s students have today are owed to the generosity and labours of those who have come before, and many members of the King’s community, grateful for the opportunities it provides, are committed to helping ensure that current and future generations of King’s students have even better opportunities.
Feel free to visit King’s at any time during the year – you will be very welcome, and my colleagues and I look forward to meeting you.
Dr Don Markwell AM
Head of College
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About King’s College
Founded in 1912, King’s College within The University of Queensland (UQ) is a thriving co-educational community servicing 420 Resident Students and Associate Members studying undergraduate and postgraduate programs at Brisbane-based tertiary institutions. The College is an inclusive and diverse community drawn from country and suburban areas throughout Australia as well as many other nations.
King’s has some of the best facilities of any residential college in Australia. In addition to spacious, fully furnished rooms, the College offers a dedicated Learning Centre, well-equipped gymnasium including weights and cardio rooms, swimming pool, rowing shed and pontoon, 24-hour access to technology, half basketball court and (limited) car parking. The Common Room & King’s Bar & Lounge areas include a pool table and Smart TV for all streaming requirements.
Along with opportunities to thrive culturally and in sports, the College is committed to academic success through the offering of a range of academic programs and services, including course specific tutorials, workshops, and seminars. Throughout the academic year, King’s runs a comprehensive tutorial program involving more than 130 tutorials per week delivered by over 60 teaching staff in a range of academic disciplines. Specialised study and careers-related workshops, seminars, and events are also on offer to help students improve their study skills and prepare for the workforce. In addition, a team of Residential Leaders (RLs), employed by the College, provide ongoing guidance, support, and oversight to all College members. The King’s College Student Club (KCSC) offer a wide range of activities and events throughout the year that build community, friendships, and memories that last a lifetime.
Historically, King’s College has produced outstanding talent including Rhodes Scholars, Queensland Greats, University Medalists, First Class Honourees, and UQ Distinguished Alumni and Young Alumnus of the Year recipients.
