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ABOUT US

Supporting UQ postgrads — academically, socially, and everything in between.
 

At the Association of Postgraduate Students, we're all about making postgrad life at UQ better — more connected, more supported, and more fun.
 

Run by postgrads, for postgrads, we’re here to represent your voice, help you meet people, and support you through every stage of your journey — whether you’re in coursework or research, studying full-time or part-time, local or international.

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We Represent You

 

Postgrads deserve a voice — and we make sure it's heard. From policy to practice, APS representatives sit on key university committees to advocate for the issues that matter to you.

 

Our committee representation includes:

  • Committee for Academic Programs Policy

  • Assessment Sub-Committee

  • Committee for Higher Degree by Research

  • Coursework Admission Standards Sub-Committee

  • Committee for Research and Innovation

  • Teaching, Learning and Student Experience Committee

  • Misconduct & Misconduct Appeals Boards

  • Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Management Committee

  • Library Advisory Committee

  • SSAF (Student Services and Amenities Fee) Advisory Group

 

👉 Want to join a committee in 2025 or 2026? Submit an Expression of Interest.

 

We Bring Students Together

 

Postgrad life can feel isolating — but it doesn’t have to.

We host a wide range of social, academic, and cultural events to help you connect, relax, and build community. From welcome mixers and trivia nights to city adventures and postgraduate meetups — we’ve done it all.

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📅 See what’s coming up via our Linktree
📸 Or explore past events on our Instagram

 

We Help You Navigate Postgrad Life

 

Lost in the maze of postgraduate admin? We’ve been there. Whether you need resources, advice, or just someone to ask, we’re here for you.

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📬 Contact us — our friendly team will help however we can.

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We Collaborate to Make Things Better

 

We work closely with UQ’s Graduate School, faculties, and student groups to advocate for initiatives that improve the postgrad experience — not just in theory, but in real life.

Got an idea that could make life better for UQ postgrads?


💡 Submit your idea or funding request here

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