Bond University

Gold Coast, Queensland

Details

University Location Gold Coast, Queensland
Address 14 University Drive, Robina, QLD 4226
Main Campus Robina
City Population 666,087
Student Population 5,710
Int'l Student Population 2,261
Semester 1 Start January
Semester 2 Start May
Semester 3 Start September

Overview

Bond University is Australia’s leading independent, not-for-profit university. Bond offers a personalized academic environment that prepares you for success in your future career, goals and endeavours.

As Australia’s first private non-profit university, Bond University seeks to be recognized internationally as a leading independent university, imbued with a spirit to innovate, a commitment to influence and a dedication to inspire tomorrow’s professionals who share a personalized and transformational student experience.

Students at Bond are prepared for the global workforce by gaining international experience during their degrees, inside and outside of the classroom. Bond law students argue mooting cases in Hong Kong, Beijing, Canada, and Queensland’s own Supreme Court, and business students learn from entrepreneurs and start-ups in Silicon Valley. Physiotherapy students can work with elite athletes and professional teams from all over the world, and sports science interns travel to incredible cities like Washington, D.C., Paris, London, and New York.

Why Study Here?

Bond’s personalized approach to education combined with its uncompromising focus on industry relevance sets Bond University apart from every other Australian university. As a Bond student, you will thrive in smaller study groups where eminent professors and industry-experienced lecturers know you by name.

Bond also runs three full semesters a year, with intakes in January, May, and September. This means you can complete a postgraduate degree in law, physiotherapy, or occupational therapy in just 2 years (Degrees: Juris Doctor, Doctor of Physiotherapy, Master of Occupational Therapy).

Canadians often say that one of the best things about studying at Bond is the social life. With a much smaller student population than other universities, it’s easy to meet others from Australia and around the world!

Some popular Bond University programs for Canadian students include law, physiotherapy, and occupational therapy.

If your program of interest isn’t listed here, no worries! We can still help. Please email us at info@oztrekk.com so we can work together to find the right program for you.

Hear what former OzTREKK student Aaliyah Mohammed has to say about her experience studying the Juris Doctor at Bond University!

Location Details

Bond University is set on a 66-hectare campus at Robina on Queensland’s Gold Coast, a multicultural, vibrant place to live. Gold Coast City has been identified as one of the most desirable places in the world to live ranked on political, social, economic, and environmental factors as well as personal safety and health.

The Gold Coast is Australia’s sixth largest city, and it has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. The most popular of the Coast’s 21 beaches are a haven for surfers and fishermen, and include perfect swimming beaches with volleyball, surfing, picnic and barbecue areas, trendy beach markets, bike tracks, children’s playgrounds and whale-watching headlands.

Weather
Can you say sunny? The Gold Coast has more than 300 days of sunshine per year! Average temperatures in summer range from 20°C to 31°C and in the winter, the average temperature range is from 9°C to 22°C.

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“A university that puts students first”

A university that puts students first. The teaching staff are very personable and give you all the support you need to succeed. Also the campus is beautiful. The program does an excellent job at teaching the hands-on practical skills, which give you the greatest opportunity to learn. The instructors are very personable and supportive, and promote a very engaging learning environment. Take advantage of the time to utilize your practical skills and all the knowledgeable clinical educators at your disposal.

Bond University Jeremy E
Doctor of Physiotherapy
Bond University, 2024

“The professors are amazing and they make the learning fun”

Bond has the most beautiful campus I have ever seen. The professors are amazing and they make the learning fun and thought provoking. I love that the Juris Doctor program at Bond has small class sizes that allow for hands on learning.

Bond University Ciara L
Juris Doctor
Bond University, 2024

“…honestly the best part of the course is the relationships that you are able to build”

Facilities are beautiful, new buildings with lots of new things for us to use to support our learning. The educators are so supportive, honestly The educators are so supportive, honestly the best part of the course is the relationships that you are able to build. You are made to feel so comfortable with asking questions and feel that you are in a safe learning environment.

Bond University Gabriella G
Doctor of Physiotherapy
Bond University, 2023

“…student oriented learning”

Private university including brand new Sports Health campus with new rooms and equipment for medical team. Small class sizes and student oriented learning. The small class size is helpful with more learning and hands-on practice in labs. It is a very fast paced program with 3 semesters a year with limited breaks between semesters.

Bond University Anastasia K
Doctor of Physiotherapy
Bond University, 2023

“Educators that care about you.”

Small classes at Bond. Educators that care about you. Bond is very hands on practical focused. I don't like the additional costs such as placements. It's necessary, but it would be nice to know prior that I would be funding relocation for placement.

Bond University Taya W
Doctor of Physiotherapy
Bond University, 2023

“Program is fantastic”

I like the campus, the facilities. I dislike that not a lot of equipment and merchandise is included in the program. Program is fantastic, big workload but worth it in the end. Review your anatomy beforehand.

Bond University Jackson S
Doctor of Physiotherapy
Bond University, 2023

“The profs go above and beyond”

Class sizes are ideal. 65 of us total is great because we always have between 4-7 profs helping us out. Profs are great as well. Likes: Brand new facilities, amazing professors across a variety of different professions/locations and experiences. The profs go above and beyond and I feel like they genuinely care about our well being. Work load is intense but through the lectures, labs, tutorials etc great marks can be achievable. Dislikes: Very expensive to begin with but then th... Read More

Bond University Mike Z
Doctor of Physiotherapy
Bond University, 2023

“…the instructors are amazing”

Facilities on campus are amazing, best university I have ever been to. Educators are amazing and small class sizes are extremely beneficial to the overall learning experience. I like the class sizes, course material, teaching methods, and the instructors are amazing. Get ready to have the time of your life, whilst learning from the top minds in the profession. Make friends and remember to enjoy your time. Explore this wonderful country.

Bond University Matthew C
Doctor of Physiotherapy
Bond University, 2023

“Small groups mean one on one relationships with professors”

Love the close knit, small program size that contributes to VERY VERY individualized education. Free student therapy and easy access to medical and other support services. Nothing much that I dislike - other than the price but that's the cost of being an international student! Small groups mean one on one relationships with professors which help with ensuring you are really learning. What I dislike is that we only have two very long placement blocks instead of a bunch of short ones - less chance to try different areas.

Bond University Hannah G
Master of Occupational Therapy
Bond University, 2023

“Great professors that know you by name and are looking out for you”

Great professors that know you by name and are looking out for you, great facilities, new friends, accelerates program that is fast pace. I like the instructors, overall material learned thus far and the way it is taught. Not a fan of certain subjects within the program but they are mandatory no matter where u take the degree but the professors make it fun.

Bond University Cody D
Doctor of Physiotherapy
Bond University, 2023

“…nice facilities”

Like: lots of workout classes and nice facilities; the class sizes and practical skills assessments that prepare us to be lawyers. Be prepared to read a lot.  

Bond University Asmita J
Juris Doctor
Bond University, 2023

“Profs genuinely want you to do well”

Small class sizes, lots of facilities and services for students. Program is more expensive than others though. Profs genuinely want you to do well and want to get to know you.

Bond University Sarah M
Doctor of Physiotherapy
Bond University, 2023

“Countless resources available”

Facilities (10/10), help services (10/10).  Countless resources available to students. I dislike short tutorial classes (1h) and long lectures (2h). Should be reversed.

Bond University Victor R
Juris Doctor
Bond University, 2022

“I find the instructors/profs very knowledgeable”

It is a good [university]! I like the campus and the facilities. I find the instructors/profs very knowledgeable. I don't like the pacing of the courses, I find some need much more time and others could be shortened.

Bond University Samir Z
Doctor of Physiotherapy
Bond University, 2022

“…courses are engaging and interesting”

Easy to access services, small class sizes, friendly and enjoyable campus personnel and activities ...the staff is amazing and courses are engaging and interesting.

Bond University Zachary W
Doctor of Physiotherapy
Bond University, 2022

“…small class sizes and community partnerships allow for rewarding hands-on, practical experience”

I value how personalized the Master of Occupational Therapy program at Bond University was and how it has shaped me into the professional and resilient Occupational Therapist I am today. The learning experience is diverse; small class sizes and community partnerships allow for rewarding hands-on, practical experience and a chance to explore unique individual interests and career pathways. The thought of moving internationally is daunting but Bond provided an amazing support sys... Read More

Bond University Paige P (Graduated 2017)
Master of Occupational Therapy
Bond University, 2022

“Small classes with lots of time to participate”

Great university, just as oztrekk explained! Small classes with lots of time to participate.

Bond University Ali S
Juris Doctor
Bond University, 2019

“…the smaller class sizes makes keeping up with programs and finding mentors within the school super easy”

Yes, it is a beautiful campus. the social life there is phenomenal and makes me wish I was still a party guy, but the smaller class sizes makes keeping up with programs and finding mentors within the school super easy. This really is exactly what I want to do and I am learning things that I always wished I could have been.

Bond University Michael M
Juris Doctor
Bond University, 2019

“It is a good environment with lots of resource”

It is a good environment with lots of resources that students have access to. Most of the professors are very committed to our success and learning process.

Bond University Julietta O
Juris Doctor
Bond University, 2019

“Top notch education”

Yes I do like Bond University. Top notch education and the teacher to student ratio makes it a great learning environment. The program is difficult but I love the profession ...I am enjoying the program.  Be sure to refresh your anatomy and do a bit of prep work in the coming months of your departure. It will make a world of difference.

Bond University Simon M
Doctor of Physiotherapy
Bond University, 2019

“There are small classes which helps facilitate my learning”

So far I am enjoying Bond, the staff are the kindest people I have ever met and the campus is absolutely stunning. I am enjoying it so far. There are small classes which helps facilitate my learning, the professors are nice and welcoming.

Bond University Amy D
Master of Occupational Therapy
Bond University, 2019

“I love the small class sizes”

I love the small class sizes and all the close interactions with professor as it helps to facilitate better learning.

Bond University Catherine P
Doctor of Physiotherapy
Bond University, 2019

“I love my uni and the program.”

I love my uni and the program. It's very challenging and intense and hard (although that's expected on any law school) but there are so many opportunities and support given.

Bond University Maryam H.
Juris Doctor
Bond University, 2018

“…all of the professors know you by name”

I love the small community feel to the university, all of the professors know you by name and are there to help you succeed.

Bond University Alexander L
Doctor of Physiotherapy
Bond University, 2018

“…the teacher to student ratio is so good!”

Bond is great! The facilitators and teachers are very personable and the teacher to student ratio is so good! It's a fast paced course so sometimes I feel so far behind and unable to stay caught up.

Bond University Tricia S
Doctor of Physiotherapy
Bond University, 2018

“The staff do care about your physiotherapy process here”

Both campuses are great. The main campus is absolutely beautiful if most of your classes are there. The staff do care about your physiotherapy process here, which is hard to find.

Bond University Kai-Jing L
Bond University, 2018