From Samarkand to Brisbane: Oybek Khurramov’s Journey to Study Business in Australia

Oct 9

4 min read

Oybek Khurramov, a school graduate from Urgut in Uzbekistan’s Samarkand region, has been granted a three-year Australian student visa. He will begin studying at CQUniversity Australia’s Brisbane campus on 8 March 2027, starting with the Diploma of Business Studies before progressing to the Bachelor of Business.

Oybek completed his secondary education at General Secondary School No. 63 in Urgut district in 2026 and achieved an IELTS score of 6.5. His annual tuition fee is AUD 28,000 under his study arrangements.

For Oybek, the move from Samarkand to Brisbane marks the beginning of a new chapter: building business knowledge, studying in English and gaining experience that he can bring back to Uzbekistan.

Why Study Business in Australia?

For students from Uzbekistan considering an international education, Australia offers an English-speaking study environment, a diverse student community and access to student support services. These features can help students develop academically while adjusting to life in another country.

Business education also offers opportunities to develop communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills. For someone beginning their education after school, these abilities matter alongside subject knowledge: understanding a business problem is only part of the task; explaining a solution and working with others are equally valuable.

Oybek’s diploma-to-degree pathway provides a structured introduction to business before he continues to more advanced undergraduate study.

Why Brisbane Is a Relevant Choice for a Business Student

Brisbane, the capital of Queensland, is one of Australia’s major business centres. Its economy includes industries such as digital technology, construction, manufacturing, energy and agribusiness. For a business student, this provides a setting in which the subjects studied in class have clear connections to the surrounding economy.

CQUniversity’s Brisbane campus is located at 160 Ann Street in the central business district, within walking distance of Central train station. This central location makes the campus accessible and places students close to the city’s commercial activity.

For Oybek, living in Brisbane will also mean learning to manage everyday responsibilities independently, communicating in English outside the classroom and building friendships with people from different backgrounds.

A Brief Introduction to CQUniversity Australia

CQUniversity, also known as CQU, traces its origins to an institution established in Rockhampton in 1967 and gained university status in 1992. Today, it provides education through campuses across Australia and online learning.

A relevant feature of Oybek’s chosen pathway is the connection between the Diploma of Business Studies and the Bachelor of Business. CQUniversity states that successful diploma graduates may receive credit for up to eight units towards the bachelor’s degree, allowing progression into its second year, subject to the applicable course requirements.

This gives the diploma a clear purpose within his longer-term education: it is a foundation for further study.

Why Choose a Business Qualification?

Business knowledge can be applied across many types of organisations. Whether a company sells products, provides services or works with overseas partners, it needs people who understand customers, finances, employees and day-to-day operations.

CQUniversity’s Diploma of Business Studies introduces areas including marketing, business analytics, management and business law. Its Bachelor of Business provides further study opportunities relevant to fields such as marketing, management and human resources.

For Oybek, this combination can help develop an understanding of how different parts of a company work together. It can also provide a foundation for exploring a particular professional interest as his studies progress.

How Could Oybek Use His Education Back in Uzbekistan?

After returning to Uzbekistan, Oybek could apply his business education in sectors such as retail, e-commerce, manufacturing, tourism or professional services. These are potential career directions rather than confirmed employment arrangements.

Early-career opportunities could include marketing assistant, sales coordinator, business development assistant or operations coordinator. Depending on his chosen subjects and practical experience, his responsibilities might involve researching customer needs, supporting promotional campaigns, maintaining client relationships or helping organise business activities.

Over time, relevant experience could help him progress towards roles with greater responsibility in marketing, sales or business operations. His education could also support a future entrepreneurial venture in Samarkand or elsewhere in Uzbekistan.

From Urgut to Australia: Congratulations, Oybek!

The EVERSTUDY team congratulates Oybek and his family on his three-year Australian student visa. We wish him a successful start at CQUniversity in Brisbane and a rewarding experience that helps him build both professional knowledge and personal confidence.

His next chapter begins on 8 March 2027, with new subjects to explore, people to meet and goals to work towards.

Planning to Study in Australia from Uzbekistan?

Whether you live in Tashkent, Samarkand, the Fergana Valley, western Uzbekistan or another part of the country, planning your studies starts with choosing a suitable course and understanding its requirements.

EVERSTUDY Consulting helps students explore universities, foundation and diploma pathways, bachelor’s and master’s degrees, and available scholarship opportunities. Our team also provides support with university applications and Australian student visa application preparation.

Contact our team for a free consultation to discuss your study plans.