Description

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

Griffith is a young and dynamic university with a focus on issues of global importance and has established a reputation as one of the nation's leading universities. With campuses positioned in Queensland's fastest growing area, the Brisbane-Gold Coast corridor, the University caters for more than 40,000 students, including more than 10,000 international students from over 130 nations. More than 3, 000 staff includes outstanding teachers and researchers as well as administrative staff across the University to support your Griffith experience.

You can choose to study in either the Gold Coast, at the Griffith Gold Coast Campus, or in Brisbane at the Nathan, Mt Gravatt (all within 10 minutes of one another), or the Brisbane City campus at Southbank. The Brisbane City campus is located 20 minutes from the main Nathan campus and is home to the Queensland Conservatorium (Australia's largest music school), and the Queensland College of Art (one of Australias oldest art and design colleges). The University is committed to excellence in teaching, learning and research. It offers flexible degree programs and multidisciplinary courses for changing the world. Griffith University was recently awarded the Queensland Premier's Export Award - a very prestigious honor!

Highlights

The Griffith University International Student Association (ISA) is funded by the University and regularly provides excursions and activities for students at greatly subsidized cost. The University provides a dynamic sport and recreation service that includes adventure programs, recreation activities, short courses, adventure holidays and University sport. Choices range from the University Volleyball Team to the Scuba Diving Club to a ski trip or the chance to compete in the National University Games.

Learn to surf with the Boardriders Club, take a stroll through the regions rainforest with the Bushwalking Society or get your diving certificate with the Diving Club. Whatever your interest, Griffith has over 100 clubs to get you out and about to enjoy the active Aussie lifestyle.

The Gold Coast Student Guild's new entertainment facility located on campus regularly hosts top local bands and is the social center for local and international students alike.

Study Abroad students have the opportunity to participate in organized trips to explore some of the surrounding areas to campus such as Byron Bay and Stradbroke Island.

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

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

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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

• Apartment/Flat
• Group living
• 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

Post Services Include

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

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad's Mission Statement

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad has over 20 years of experience working within the field of international education serving both students and advisors throughout North America. As a leader in the field known for high-quality, full service programs with excellent value, GlobaLinks Learning Abroad can help you achieve your education abroad program goals.