Student Life
The Sunshine Coast is home to an amazing and unforgettable study experience.
But, don’t take our word for it. Hear what our students have to say!
Sunshine Coast Welcomes International Students
Sunshine Coast is delighted to Welcome international students to study, live, work and play in our piece of paradise.
Over the past decade many students from all over the world have called the Sunshine Coast home to live, learn and kick start their future. International students here on the Sunshine Coast join local, interstate and domestic students having an amazing and unforgettable study experience.
With a great range of study and career opportunities, an entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystem, a thriving job market, endless coastline and hinterland, a welcoming community, the Sunshine Coast is a place where students feel safe and happy from the moment they arrive.
Upcoming Workshops and Events
Study Sunshine Coast offers a wide range of free workshops, events, services and programs.

FREE Student Surf Awareness and Beach BBQ event – 13 Feb 2025
We’re excited to invite you to a Free Surf Awareness Workshop with Alexandra Headland Surf Club, followed by a fun… Read more

Visit Sunshine Coast Networking Night
You’re Invited to Visit Sunshine Coast’s First Networking Night of the Year! Join us for an evening of connection, collaboration… Read more

From Space to Sea – Harnessing Spatial Data for AgriFood
“From Space to Sea – Harnessing Geo Spatial Data for Agrifood”, where we’ll explore how cutting-edge satellite and ocean data, combined with… Read more
Latest News

Study, Explore, Connect – Become a 2025 Study Sunshine Coast Student Ambassador!
The Sunshine Coast is calling for its next group of enthusiastic students to step into the role of Study Sunshine… Read more

2024 Student Ambassador – Lee’s Top 3 Sunshine Coast Spots
Meet our Ambassador Lee from South Korea Lee is currently studying cookery at TAFE Queensland’s Mooloolaba Campus on the Sunshine… Read more

Meet our 2024 Student Ambassador Jei Ann from the Philippines
Jei Ann is an international student from Philippines and currently studying Certificate IV Kitchen Management and Diploma in Hospitality at… Read more