USC is a five-star performer
The quality of education provided by the University of the Sunshine Coast has received high accolades, with the 2009 Good Universities Guide describing the University as a five-star performer.
The annual Guide has awarded top marks (five stars) for USC’s staff qualifications, teaching quality, graduates’ satisfaction with their overall university experience, and their satisfaction with the generic skills they gained while at university.
USC also scored well (four stars) for access by equity groups and for Indigenous enrolments.
Vice-Chancellor Professor Paul Thomas AM said he was delighted that USC was the only public university in Queensland to gain five stars for graduates' satisfaction with their educational experience.
“Our focus has always been on providing quality education because we believe it is essential for this region as it continues to grow,” he said.
“The Guide also has again reflected how so many graduates appreciate the strong support services provided by USC staff.”
The Good Universities Guide, produced by Hobsons, bases its ratings on data from the Commonwealth Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations and the results of the Australian Graduate Surveys.
Hobsons Data Services Manager Richard Evered congratulated USC on rating in the top 20 percent nationally for four important areas.
“USC’s graduates are among the country’s most satisfied with their overall university experience and boast excellent generic skills,” he said.
“USC scores five stars for staff qualifications and teaching quality and scores very well for access and equity.”
To see what makes the University of the Sunshine Coast so good, visit USC's annual Open Day on Sunday 17 August from 10am to 3pm. Download an Open Day program guide from the USC website or phone (07) 5459 4795 for more details.
— Terry Walsh