Griffith University enjoys mutually beneficial industry partnerships with a spectrum of business and government organisations
Our wide-reaching relationships help boost outcomes for businesses and enhance student learning, as well as broaden the scope for new research discoveries.
These case studies provide a glimpse into the vast opportunities such partnerships can provide.
Counterfeit detection: Everledger
Griffith University and Everledger signed a Memorandum of Understanding in July 2020, cementing the partnership between the Griffith Business School and the supply chain transparency company, which sources asset information with technology like blockchain and intelligent labelling. The partnership has delivered practical research outcomes, including the development of machine learning technology to combat counterfeit retail.
The Phoenix Pavilion: Binna Burra Lodge
Griffith University is the lead university partner for the historically significant nature-based tourism operator, Binna Burra lodge, in the world heritage-listed Lamington National Park Gondwana rainforest. Griffith has partnered with the innovative eco-tourism provider during a critical time for the organisation, following a devastating and unprecedented bushfire. The partnership has research, learning and teaching outcomes spanning fields of environment, tourism, architecture, as well as climate adaptation and resilience.
Tourism Masterplan: Murweh Shire Council
In partnership with Murweh Shire Council, Griffith University developed an ambitious 20-year roadmap for the southwest Queensland locality’s Tourism Precinct Masterplan. As part of the plan, the shire, of which Charleville is the biggest town, has opened a centre for its secret US base that was operational in World War II and the Southern Hemisphere’s largest planetarium. The first of many, these attractions preserve our heritage and provide meaningful regional opportunities.
Bringing arts to Outback Queensland: Longreach Region
Griffith University partnered with and Queensland Symphony Orchestra and Queensland Airports Limited to bring the arts to the outback region. As part of the collaboration, Griffith delivered school workshops for local primary and high school students, and professional development for teachers in music, visual art, and film. Launching the project was a concert at the QANTAS Founders Museum, delivering an enriching experience for the residents of the Longreach community.
Griffith University and Queensland Ballet Partnership
Griffith University has partnered with Queensland Ballet to deliver excellence in education and the arts, providing students with invaluable opportunities and making a positive impact in the community. Queensland Ballet Artistic Director Li Cunxin AO says the three-year partnership made perfect sense given the values of the two organisations were already so closely aligned.
Gilmour Space Technologies
Griffith University’s five-year partnership with Gilmour Space Technologies is driving important innovations in Queensland’s burgeoning space sector. As part of this powerhouse partnership, locally developed Low Earth Orbit prototype satellites are set to take to the skies in 2023.
GAPS Program (Gather, Adjust, Prepare, Sustain)
The GAPS Program (Gather, Adjust, Prepare, Sustain) is designed to inspire and enable athletes from less developed nations to reach their sporting potential through international pathways and competitions. It was initially developed by Griffith University partnering with the Commonwealth Games Federation in the lead up to the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games as a legacy engagement to promote and assist sports development in the Oceania region.
Students in industry
Gold Coast Health
Griffith University partners with Gold Coast Health to provide non-clinical internships for IT, business, humanities, tourism, law and commerce students. As tertiary partner of Gold Coast Health’s Learning Experience and Academic Placements (LEAP), students at Griffith can elect to undertake work integrated learning opportunities that provide public sector experience at a vital civic institution.
Prison Health Services
Griffith University’s top-ranking School of Nursing and Midwifery was the first tertiary nursing education provider in the state to offer students clinical placements at Prison Health Services. Almost 350 nursing students have completed their placement at Prison Health Services, opening their eyes to a career path most hadn't considered.
Research commercialisation
City of Gold Coast
The City of Gold Coast partners with Griffith as part of its ongoing strategy to maintain and safeguard its community’s greatest asset—the Gold Coast’s world-famous beaches. Recognising the vast environmental, social and economic value of these beaches, the local council engages Griffith's Coastal and Marine Research Centre to conduct vital scientific research, as well as build community awareness, to protect the Gold Coast shoreline.
Promoting a nurturing environment for families
The Parents Under Pressure program is a leading international program to improve outcomes for children living in families facing multiple adversities, including substance abuse and mental health challenges.
Research with impact
Delve deeper into our discoveries and find tangible examples of how our research is tackling real challenges for the better
Professional Development
Urban Art Projects (UAP)
Urban Art Projects (UAP) is a global company that was founded in Brisbane almost 30 years ago. UAP partners with companies like architecture firms and collaborates with artists to create large scale, public artworks. Griffith partnered with UAP to make its sustainability goals ‘future normal.’
Contact us
Partnership enquiries
If you’d like to explore how you and your organisation can partner with Griffith, complete the form below and we’ll get back to you.