Description

Study abroad for a semester or year at University of Queensland with GlobaLinks Learning Abroad, formerly known as AustraLearn.

The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of Australias premier learning and research institutions, internationally renowned for its highly-awarded teaching staff, acclaimed researchers and superior campus facilities and services.

UQ boasts a longstanding reputation for quality, which is reinforced by affiliations with prestigious national and international groups, including the Australian Group of Eight (Go8) and Universitas 21.

In 2011, UQ was ranked as one of the top 50 universities in the world by the 2010 QS World Universities Rankings.

In addition to this, the University has won more Australian Awards for University Teaching than any other Australian university.

Today, more than 43,731 students, including more than 10,465 international students, study across four superb south-east Queensland campuses located in, or near, Brisbane - a safe, friendly and multicultural city renowned for its excellent climate and affordable lifestyle.

Students at UQ can choose from more than 370 high-quality programs, including full-degree (undergraduate, postgraduate coursework and research higher degree), Study Abroad, Student Exchange, English language training and an academic bridging program. UQ graduates are highly regarded by Australian and international employers and are in demand throughout the world.

Your study abroad experience is all about you! GlobaLinks Learning Abroad is here to assist you in your path of discovery throughout the study abroad experience. We design our programs so that our local and overseas staff are available 24 hours a day to support you in health and safety matters and are also key in enhancing your study abroad experience. Through our planned activities and resident director's personal recommendations for activities you can undertake while abroad, you will be directed on a path of personal, academic, cultural, social, and professional discovery. This team, which supports you throughout your experience, will ensure that you have the most fulfilling experience possible - one that is unique to you! So...What Will You Discover?

Highlights

Subject to demand, special excursions are arranged for overseas students such as a train trip to 'outback' Queensland on the 'Spirit of the Outback' train, and excursions to Lamington National Park, Stradbroke Island, Lady Elliot/Heron Islands, Carnarvon Gorge. Queensland's famous beaches on the Gold and Sunshine Coasts are only an hour's drive from the city as are numerous National Parks, which feature sub-tropical rainforests and a variety of native wildlife. There are many social events held both within the colleges and on the campus which include formal dances, barbecues, sporting competitions and other cultural activities.

Other highlights include:
- Bridging Cultures Program
- Global Citizens Development
- Global Identity Course Available
- enCompass Alumni Program

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Contact GlobaLinks Learning Abroad

Program Fees Include:

Program fees includes tuition for 3-4 subjects, guaranteed pre-arranged housing, GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Bridging Cultures Program on-site in Cairns, Australia, optional spring break tours, access to a transcript from 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

• Group living
• Apartment/Flat
• Other

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Scholarships are Available

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

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Transcript
• Written Application

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

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad seeks to foster the development of future leaders who, through an intercultural learning opportunity, gain a greater respect for and understanding of the relationship which exists between North American and the rest of the world in the context of the larger global community. GlobaLinks Learning Abroad achieves this by exposing students, advisors, and faculty to internationally recognized universities and other educational organizations through the promotion of affordable academic and cultural opportunities world-wide.

Year Founded

1989