Belong And Thrive
The new standard of independent student accommodation exclusively for those studying at The University of Queensland.
LIVE WHERE YOU LEARN
Welcome to UQ Res – independent student accommodation owned by The University of Queensland and operated by UQ Residences within the St Lucia campus.
With spacious rooms, world-class facilities, an engaging student life program and the convenience of being just minutes away from classes – UQ Res is the new standard in student accommodation for Brisbane.
More than a place to study. This is where you can belong and thrive in a vibrant community to call your own. Ready to call UQ Res home?
UQ RES Locations
Two great locations,
one amazing campus at St Lucia.
SOLD OUT FOR SEMESTER 2, 2022
Kev Carmody House
Kev Carmody House is the newest student accommodation on UQ’s St Lucia Campus, with 610 light-filled and spacious one-bedroom rooms with an ensuite, a wide range of social areas to cook and catch up with new friends as well as a stunning rooftop pool deck.
MANAGED BY UQ RES FROM JULY 1ST
48 Walcott Street
Choose to lease an entire two-bedroom apartment and share your kitchen and balcony with one other. You also get exclusive access to our ground floor communal spaces including BBQ areas, pool table and
giant chess set.
Creating a home at UQ Res
Kev Carmody House creates
opportunities for regional students. UQ Res is making university more accessible.
A community to call your own – in the heart of UQ
The UQ RES Difference
At UQ Res, world-class features meet traditional values in an environment of safety and support. Experience a new standard of student life at UQ.
Live On Campus
Living on the St Lucia campus means being able to walk to classes in minutes, enjoy world-class sporting facilities, and experience the best of UQ culture every day.
Student Life Program
Join the fun, make new friends, and explore university life in Brisbane together. The UQ Res Life program provides around-the-clock support from our committed team, 24/7.
Focus On Study
At UQ Res you can concentrate on study with your own desk in your room, as well as dedicated study spaces and direct access to UQ study spaces around the campus.
Your Community
Designed to be a place where a new community will form naturally, UQ Res has spaces to be together, programs of events, and support when you need it.
City Connections
This is the best of Brisbane and the best of on-campus living, plus all the energy of Southbank, Fortitude Valley and Brisbane City, just a short ferry or bus ride away.
Social Spaces
We know uni life is about more than study, which is why each UQ Res address includes spaces to wind down and catch up with new friends. Enjoy games room, gardens and chillout zones.
A Place To
Safe
Security and COVID-safe features run throughout every UQ Res address, including secure access to buildings, rooms and storage lockers.
Supportive
A focus on mental health and student wellbeing are at the heart of UQ Res. Living here means 24/7 access to a program with a very high student-to-Residential Advisor ratio.
Social
Outside your room, you’ll find places to gather with new friends to form a new community, from the large communal gourmet kitchen to lounges, gaming spaces, podcast studios and garden areas.
Where To Next?
UQ And You. Let’s Go.
Booking for Kev Carmody House (KCH) have closed for Semester 2, 2022, however we still have rooms available at 48 Walcott Street. Rooms are limited – we recommend you Book your room as soon as possible. All deposits are fully refundable, so you can book your room without worry (conditions apply).
