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SFS Australia: Rainforests of Australia

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Venture into the lush rainforests, wild savannas, and vibrant reef systems of tropical northern Australia and discover what makes these ecosystems some of the most unique on Earth. Explore the Wet Tropics up close while learning how climate, fire, and human history have shaped this biodiversity hotspot. Hike through ancient forests, collect ecological data in the field, and snorkel on an island on the edge of the Great Barrier Reef. Along the way, you’ll gain field research skills, view some of Australia’s extraordinary wildlife, and dive into big questions of conservation and climate resilience.

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Program Highlights

Hike through the World Heritage Wet Tropics, home to ancient rainforest species, endangered marsupials, and evolutionary lineages stretching back to Gondwana.
Snorkel near the Great Barrier Reef and explore the relationships between land, sea, and the species that depend on both.
Use scientific tools to identify species, track biodiversity using citizen science platforms, and analyze habitat fragmentation.
Explore diverse habitats to compare ecosystem structure, disturbance, and recovery across landscapes.
Hike through ancient forests, collect ecological data in the field, and snorkel on an island on the edge of the Great Barrier Reef.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
All Program Activity Costs
Wifi Costs
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Pre-Departure Orientation
In-Country Orientation
Academic Credit

Quick Details

Location
Australia
Availability
Year(s) Offered:2026, 2027
Terms Available:
  • Summer
Age Requirement18-30
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • Agriculture
  • Anthropology
  • Australian Studies
  • Biochemistry
  • Biology
  • Earth Sciences
  • Ecology
  • Environmental Studies
  • Forestry
  • Geography
  • Geology
  • Natural Sciences
  • Political Science & Politics
  • Public Health
  • Science
  • Sociology
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Locations

  • Australia

Fields & Subjects

  • Agriculture
  • Anthropology
  • Australian Studies
  • Biochemistry
  • Biology
  • Earth Sciences
  • Ecology
  • Environmental Studies
  • Forestry
  • Geography
  • Geology
  • Natural Sciences
  • Political Science & Politics
  • Public Health
  • Science
  • Sociology

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered: 2026, 2027
  • Terms Available: Summer

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Couples, Group

Education Levels & Language

  • Language: English
  • Education: University Freshman (1st Year)
  • Education: University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • Education: University Junior (3rd Year)
  • Education: University Senior (4th Year)
  • Education: University 5th Year or More

Accommodation Options

  • Group living

Application Procedures

  • Transcript
  • Online Application

Age Requirement

18-30

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