The central library holds more than 1.6 million volumes. The university has one of the largest supercomputers in the Southern Hemisphere with a campus network interconnecting more than 5,000 machines. Science Division subjects include Anatomical Sciences, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Entomology, Geology, Engineering, Physiology, Psychology, Physics, and Environmental Studies. The university has extensive research facilities throughout the city and state, including marine research stations in the Great Barrier Reef. Off-Campus Study students are fully integrated into the university as visiting students and participate fully in Australian student life.
Accommodation is provided in dormitories with full access to all campus facilities.
Major or substantial course work in the Science Division. Applications from non-science students will be considered but must involve a detailed plan for a specific advanced project supported by their academic adviser.