QUT Golden Key

FAQ

Some Frequently Asked Questions:

Q1: I've never heard of Golden Key before, what is it?

"... Golden Key is a non-profit academic honour society that spans across multiple univerties world-wide. The intent of Golden Key is to recognise your achievements as an academic and help you develop the soft skills, establish professional networks and encourage service to the community that will in turn make you a well rounded leader, role model and professional in life..."

Q2: If I become a member and my grades drop after I join will I no longer be a member of Golden Key?

"... No. Golden Key recognises your effort to maintain a status within the top 15% for over 12 months. Once you have selected to join you are a member for life. Your future grades will bear no weight on this fact..."

Q3: Are there any exclusions for international students who acquire a Golden Key membership here?

"... No, not that we know of. Golden Key benefits are open to all Golden Key members, so as long as you are a member you should not be excluded from anything..."

Q4: If I were to move back overseas could I transfer my Golden Key membership? Would I need to?

"... I believe you could if you wanted to. For more details about arranging that, you would need to contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Golden Key International. I don't believe a transfer of membership would be necessary. We have had a number of QUT Golden Key members move to places like Europe and America and still retain contact with us as QUT GK Alumni..."

Q5: How do I update my details on your mailing list, for example if my email address changes how do I ensure I keep getting updates about QUT GoldenKey events?

"...To update your email address with QUT Golden Key, first:

• 1. Go to the QUT Golden Key members mailing list.
• 2. Enter your email address and password then click 'Log in'. If you don't have or can't remember your password, try leaving it blank. If you have forgotten either of these, enter your email address and use the 'Remind' button, or please contact our website engineers at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
• 3. Follow the instructions on the next page to change your subscription details and click 'Log out' when finished."

Q6: How do I view and update my records held by Golden Key Internation/Asia-Pacific, for example if my mailing address changes?

"...To update your details with Golden Key International, first:

• 1. Go to the Golden Key International website.
• 2. Enter your last name and Golden Key membership ID number at the top of the page and click "Sign In". If you've forgotten your Golden Key membership ID number, see the next question below.
• 3. Click on the "My Profle" link that should appear at the top of the page (where the login textboxes were).
• 4. Make the appropriate changes on the first tab then click "Save and Continue" before moving to the next tab or signing out.
• 5. Click the "Sign Out" link at the top of the page once you are finished.

Q7: I've forgotten my Golden Key membership ID number, how do I find out what it is?

Go to the Golden Key International website and click on the link near the top of the page that reads "Forgot your Member ID ? Click Here".

On the next page, under "Forgot your Member ID Number? Look Up Your Member ID Number" either type your email address that you enterered when you became a Golden Key member (recommended) OR enter your last name and your student ID number (doesn't seem to work). If you are having trouble recovering your Golden Key membership ID number, contact Golden Key Asia-Pacific ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ). Don't forget to search your inbox, an old email from when you joined might still be lurking around!

Q8: I'm already a Golden Key member but I've received another invitation to join. Do I need to join again?

No, Golden Key memberships are lifetime memberships. Therefore you may disregard the invitation letter.

The reason why you might have received another invitation is because you have scored in the top 15% again and were not recognised as already being a Golden Key member. This might have occured if you recently changed your name, transferred to another educational institution or if the information provided by the university did not match perfectly with what you supplied to Golden Key.

Q9: After I graduate will my membership with Golden Key end? can I still be involved with activities, scholarships or remain on the Executive Committee?

"...Your membership with Golden Key lasts for a lifetime, so even after you leave the University you will always be a member. You can remain as involved as you wish, our activies/events will always remain open to you and there are scholarships that are available to Alumni Members. If you wish to remain an Executive Officer or nominate for a role after your studies end you can select any official position except for the roles of President, Vice President, Secretary or Treasurer. As an alumni you can also choose to become an Official Graduate Advisor who assists new Executives achieve goals through advice and any other support that they are willing to provide..."

Q10: If I wanted to become a QUT GK Executive Officer, how do I do that? What's available?

"... All QUT Golden Key Executive positions are open for nomination. Elections are traditionally held at our Annual General Meeting (AGM) but expressions of interest are welcome at any time (a new system for this is currently in development, but for now you can contact the officer who's position you're interested in on the QUT Golden Key Executives page). As a new member you can nominate for any position, however you will need to be a student for the full year term in order to hold a position as President, Vice President, Secretary or Treasurer... "

Q11: Do you believe being a member of Golden Key is worth it?

"... From personal experience I would have to say 'yes' - Golde Key is definitely worth it. My experience with Golden Key has changed my life, introducing me to peers from around the globe and developing skills that I never believed I had. We have a number of testimonials from last year's committee - pleae feel free to read their thoughts on Golden Key. Having the certificate is indeed impressive - but immersing yourself through interaction and involvement will change you forever. Golden Key really can help you achieve your goals in life..."

Q12: I've lost my Golden Key membership certificate, how do I obtain a replacement?

"To request a replacement certificate, you will need to email Golden Key Asia-Pacific headquarters ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ) and supply as much information as possible, such as your name, email address (that you entered when you signed up), Golden Key membership number and which Golden Key chapter you belong to (i.e. the educational institution you were studying at when you received the invitation to join Golden Key)".

"Alternatively you can contact us and we will put through a request on your behalf to Golden Key Asia-Pacific. Golden Key Asia-Pacific will mail out your replacement certificate directly to you, so make sure your mailing address is correct. Sign into the Golden Key International website to check your details."

Other FAQ's

Golden Key International's FAQ

International Scholar Laureate Program FAQ

Share this page

Last Updated on Wednesday, 18 May 2011 05:21