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    • We offer a world of opportunity
    • We equip you to play your part in the world
    • We are making a world of difference
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It's important to find a university that's the right fit. It's not just a matter of finding one that offers the degree program you're after. It's also important to find one with an approach and vision that matches your interests and career goals.
There are many reasons that Griffith could be the university for you. Here are just a few.

We offer a world of opportunity

Our 5 campuses span 3 cities between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, each with a distinct atmosphere and different academic options. Chances are there is a Griffith campus near you, or where you would like to study.

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We equip you to play your part in the world

We inspire our students to challenge the norm, to think, argue and act with the intent of securing a sustainable future for all. In short, we encourage people to become enlightened global citizens.

We offer you a choice of more than 300 degrees. So wherever you want to go in life, we have the degree to take you there.

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We prepare our graduates to be leaders in their fields

When you graduate from Griffith you will have gained more than just a degree, you will also graduate with characteristics that will equip you to play your part in the world.

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We are making a world of difference

Griffith was the first Australian business school to sign the United Nations principles of responsible management education and we were the first Australian university to offer degrees in environmental science. We now offer Australia's widest range of natural and built environment programs and are home to Australia's largest group of environmental professionals (among the largest in the world) engaged in teaching and research.

World-class research

At Griffith, students and world-class researchers work closely with industry and community to take on the big issues of our time in vital areas such as the environment, biotechnology, drug discovery, health and sustainable business.

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We support you on your journey

Once you are a Griffith student, you'll get the benefit of extra services that are designed to encourage you and help you succeed.

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We broaden your horizons

During the past 34 years, more than 110,000 graduates from over 156 countries have passed through our doors. We ensure that our graduates are work-ready, global citizens who are socially responsible and civically engaged.

More than 40 per cent of Griffith’s academic staff members are from overseas, bringing an international perspective to their subject areas and enriching the environment within which students learn.

To share in the stories of our students, staff and graduates and learn about their positive contributions to the world, take a moment to explore:

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We can get you where you want to go

Griffith’s curriculum fosters a global perspective in all students and provides a variety of experiences that enrich university life - including opportunities to study and work abroad.

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