The University of the Sunshine Coast promises a quality university experience where you can rise, and shine.

With nearly 10,000 students and a relaxed lifestyle in one of the most beautiful parts of Queensland, the University offers more than 100 degrees and postgraduate programs in the disciplines of: business, information technology and tourism; communication and design; education; health, nursing and sport sciences; humanities, psychology and social sciences; law; and engineering, planning and science. Most degrees can include minors in sustainability or entrepreneurship, and students are encouraged to complete part of their study overseas.

USC was the only public university in Queensland to be awarded five stars for teaching quality in the 2011 Good Universities Guide and it has continued to win five stars in this category every year including the 2015 Good Universities Guide. Staff value face-to-face teaching and a more personal relationship with students. The University has been consistently recognised with Australian Learning and Teaching Council awards.