Virtual Village

Welcome to the UQ Virtual Village!

Are you studying online or offshore and wondering how to connect with students from UQ?

The UQLife Virtual Village provides a platform to find and connect with like-minded UQ students all over the world.

The Village starts with you. It is a dynamic place and resource that is built by you, for you. It is a safe space to discuss ideas freely, build connections, and have fun with other students wherever they are in the world. 

So, wherever you are choosing to study, online or offshore take the opportunity to meet others and build your network within the UQ Community.

Filter to find students

Filter to find students within your faculty, city or year level and send a direct message.

Start or join interest groups

Start or join an interest group about something you love doing and others can join in on the fun. Once you are a part of a group you can chat and create catchups online.

Attend Virtual Events

Attend village-wide events that cater to offshore and off campus student needs.

Why join the Virtual Village?

  • Exclusively for UQ Students
  • Anyone can create social groups for others to join
  • Safe space to converse 
  • Keep socially active
  • Meet new friends and colleague
    • Attend online Village Events
    • Easily find Villagers and groups through easy to use search filters.  
    • Learn and grow from others
    • Opportunity to have fun!
    Create and join groups
    Start a community and discover your interests with like minded individuals
    Make connections, build your network
    A relaxed virtual place where you can make long life friends and connections from all corners of the globe.
    Converse with meaning
    Chat and discuss all the things that matter to you.
    Organise catch ups
    Get the most out of your group and organise catch-ups to do an activity you love with others.

    Village Events

    Throughout the entire year regardless of your groups and interests you can join any Virtual Village event and engage with other UQ students online.