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Description

Established in 1874 the University of Adelaide is the third oldest university in Australia and is a member of the Group of Eight  Australias leading research institutions. UA is proud to have over 5000 international students from more than 90 countries. UA is reasonably priced, and has accessible accommodation. The combination of UA's full-time equivalent academic staff, and advanced high-quality teaching and research makes UA one of Australia's best universities.

Ranked in the Top 100 universities in the world in the 2009 THES-QS World University Rankings, UA is located in the popular destination of Adelaide. Founded in 1836, Adelaide has a population of 1.3 million and is the center of the economic, cultural, political and social life of the state. It is an attractive well-planned city of wide streets and boulevards, squares, parklands and a mixture of historic and modern buildings. Adelaide's climate is Mediterranean, with warm, dry summers and cool winters. Adelaide hosts many cultural and sporting festivals throughout the year and there is much to do in the local area including swimming at nearby beaches, and hiking and exploring the towns, villages and wineries in the Mount Lofty Ranges adjacent to the city. Adelaide also makes an excellent base for exploring the natural beauty of Kangaroo Island and the Flinders Ranges.

Highlights

The International Student Center provides the opportunity for students to participate in a range of exciting tours. These tours give students a unique chance to explore Australia in a safe but adventurous environment in the company of other University of Adelaide students.

2010 tours include Kangaroo Island (2 days), the Outback (8 days), and the Great Ocean Road to Melbourne (4 days). There are also a number of popular day trips to the Adelaide Hills and the famous Barossa Valley wine region. Similar opportunities will be arranged in 2011.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

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Cost Include Description:

Program fee includes tuition for 3-4 subjects, guaranteed pre-arranged housing to fit your lifestyle, AustraLearn Culture and Adventure Program on-site in Cairns, Australia, optional spring break tours, access to our U.S. University of Record, affiliate student fee discounts, end of program workshop, university administrative fees, overseas health coverage, all pre-trip services including orientation materials, visa-processing service (excluding the visa fee), personal advising, subject selections, liaison with your home university, credit transfer assistance, financial aid services, and 24-hour assistance while abroad.

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American and Canadian Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Group living
• Other

Participants Travel to Australia

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Scholarships are Available

300,000 USD in scholarships available to AustraLearn study abroad students each year. The application is provided in upon acceptance to the AustraLearn program.

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Transcript
• Written Application
• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

1- 2 weeks

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home
• Exit Debriefing Abroad

AustraLearn's Mission Statement

AustraLearn seeks to foster the development of future leaders, who, through international awareness, gain a greater respect for and understanding of the relationship which exists between North America, Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific in the context of the larger global community.

Year Founded

1989