In the AEL Group, we're developing distinctive degrees, preparing students to meet future challenges
Griffith ranked in the top 300 in the Shanghai Ranking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (2023) in a number of subjects, including law, criminology, education and sociology from the AEL group.
Our academics have won more Australian Government awards, citations, fellowships and grants than any other university in Australia, including three AEL academics being named Australian University Teacher of the Year.
Arts, Education and Law study areas
Education
We have the highest education graduate success rates in Australia and the School of Education and Professional Studies is among the world’s leading education schools, ranked in the top 150 worldwide.
Law
Helping lead the way to a fairer future, Griffith Law School is highly acclaimed, ranked in the top 100 globally. Students develop skills and experience working with real cases, clients and projects.
Criminology
We're one of the world’s largest and most respected criminology schools. Students learn from leaders in their field and have the opportunity to take advantage of our international research reputation.
Humanities, languages and social science
With access to internships and practical experiences in their field, Humanities, Languages and Social Science students develop the skills needed to thrive in an ever-changing global environment.
Visual and creative arts
The Queensland College of Art and Design is one of Australia’s longest-running art and design colleges, as well as one of the most modern and respected. The Griffith Film School is the largest of its kind in Australia.
Music and performing arts
Queensland Conservatorium is one of Australia’s leading music schools. Students take their talent to the next level in state-of-the-art spaces under the guidance of award-winning teachers.
Community Internship
A Griffith community internship gives students the flexibility to volunteer with a not-for-profit organisation, to make a difference in their local community, gain work experience and earn academic credit. The course is open to students enrolled in any degree.