Description

25 years of serving thousands of students... Fairfield University is uniquely qualified to help you create an outstanding living and learning experience in Brisbane, Australia.

Brisbane is the capital of the Sunshine State of Queensland and, with over 1 million people, is Australia's third largest city. Lying at the heart of the most diverse and popular vacation region in Australia, it boasts a subtropical climate, with average highs of 70 degrees (winter) and 85 (summer). The city's imposing skyline rises above the Brisbane river, and its streets offer all the excitement of a modern cosmopolitan center: museums, cafes, shopping and nightlife. While there are ultra-modern high-rises, the city has preserved the charm of its 19th century architectural legacy. Brisbane is a vacation destination, but it's also a thriving commercial and cultural center. The city has so much to offer: beaches, river walks, gardens and wildlife parks (the country's largest population of koalas). Excellent public transportation makes popular recreational destinations easily accessible. Moreton Bay, nearby islands and surf beaches are all within a few minutes. The Gold Coast and Sunshine Coasts are easily reached, too. West of the city, you can explore rain forests, national parks, bushlands and vast lakes.

Programs in Australia are offered through Fairfield's partnership with ACU National.

Highlights

Why choose Brisbane?

* Live and learn in a vibrant, fascinating country
* Culture, tradition, and art live here but the city is young, vital and cutting-edge
* Brisbane will change how you see the world, and yourself!

Study in one of Australia's most exciting cities, where the charm of 19th-century architecture, a cosmopolitan urban center, and spectacular beaches and wildlife converge. Fairfield's program in Brisbane is a semester-long experience offered through Australian Catholic University, a highly respected public university. Through this program you are eligible to participate in a credit internship within the Brisbane business community. This opportunity provides a valuable work experience and immersion in Australian professional life.
Why choose Fairfield?

The Fairfield University Brisbane Program provides exactly what you're looking for in a study-abroad experience. Here are some of the reasons our program is so widely respected.

* Outstanding internship opportunities
* A wide variety of quality courses in English to choose from
* Highly-experienced International Student advisor on site
* Access to Fairfield University library holdings online
* Housing in the center of Brisbane
* Orientation, Tours & Cultural Activities

A highly experienced on-site residential director
Sue Woods is the Director of the International Office at ACU. She has a true understanding of the study-abroad experience. Sue and her staff will help you with academic advising and day-to-day concerns.

Helpful application-to-completion assistance with all the details
We provide comprehensive services for all facets of your semester or year abroad, from application, advice on course registration and visa preparation to housing, insurance, and transcripts.

Fairfield University library holdings are available online to our program participants
With our special Stagweb account, you can access a wide range of resources and services.

The University of Melbourne
The University of Melbourne is one of Australia's leading institutions of higher education and its largest research university; it holds high world-rankings in many disciplines. With 40,000 students, it offers a rich array of courses, facilities, and activities to challenge and engage.

Let our 25 years of experience help you create an outstanding living and learning experience in Brisbane.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Students pay the normal Fairfield University fees

Program Fees Include:

* Tuition
* Reception at airport nearest campus
* Living accommodations in shared apartments with cooking facilities
* Orientation program with overnight trip
* Access to Fairfield University library resources online
* Access to all student services and facilities
* Study skills assistance/tutoring
* Health Insurance

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Scholarships are Available

Fairfield University students who receive financial aid, grants, scholarships, and loans will continue to receive all aid except the following: athletic scholarships and work study monies. Children of employees will receive partial benefits for their semester in Australia. For external students - Fairfield University will make a good faith effort to work with you if you are the recipient of scholarships/financial aid at your home college or university and wish to have these funds transferred to cover your expenses at our program. If so, please contact us for further information, and see your financial aid office for guidance.

Application Process Involves

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

Typically The Application Process Time is

48 hrs

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

Fairfield University 's Mission Statement

Fairfield University values each of its students as an individual with unique abilities and potentials, and it respects the personal and academic freedom of all its members. At the same time it seeks to develop a greater sense of community within itself, a sense that all of its members belong to and are involved in the University, sharing common goals and a common commitment to truth and justice, and manifesting in their lives the common concern for others which is the obligation of all educated, mature human beings.

Year Founded

1945