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USAC Australia: Gold Coast/Brisbane - Undergraduate Courses

by: University Studies Abroad Consortium

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Spend one or two semesters in the “Sunshine State” of Australia, where a year has an average of 300 sunny days! The Gold Coast and Brisbane program is an ideal study abroad experience if you love the outdoors. Based along the country’s east coast, this program lets you explore beaches, a coral reef system, rainforests, and scenic highways. The host institution is Griffith University, where you...

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Program Highlights

Study at one of the most creative and influential universities in the Asia-Pacific region, listed in the Top 50 Universities under the age of 50 by QS World Rankings.

Enjoy vibrant cities with access to magnificent golden beaches, pristine rainforests, and great nearby surfing and snorkeling.

Choose from a comprehensive range of courses such as criminology, engineering, tourism, sports management, Asia-Pacific studies, environmental science, and arts.

Take advantage of the community internship, which allows you to volunteer for a large list of nonprofit organizations to earn credit toward your degree and get transferable work experience.

Get assistance from and enjoy activities together with your “Mates” (current Australian and international students) through the Griffith Mates Program.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Gold Coast, Australia
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundTerms Available:
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Throughout the Year
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Accounting
  • Anthropology
  • Art & Fine Arts
  • Art History
  • Asian Studies
  • See more
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

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Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

8.38

Total Reviews

16

Traveling across the world to meet some of my best friends.

April 17, 2025by: Leah Hughes - United StatesProgram: USAC Australia: Gold Coast/Brisbane - Undergraduate Courses
7

I had an amazing time I previously had talked to some friends that were going off of Instagram. Then I met them when I arrived and we haven’t stopped talking since I came. They are now flying over to come and see me again.

Life on the Goldy

March 16, 2025by: Ardenne Chevrolet - United StatesProgram: USAC Australia: Gold Coast/Brisbane - Undergraduate Courses
9

I absolutely adored my semester on the gold coast. Living in the student apartments was definitely the way to go, I met so many people my age, and they throw LOTS of fun events. There is a tram that takes you so many places around the city, I definitely didn't feel like I needed a car. The night life is so fun. The best part was how easily I made friends and felt like I meshed in with the local students. The friends I made I will stay in touch with for the rest of my life. I went during the end of February, and the weather was hot, but it was the perfect time to go in my opinion because it started to cool down in about April/May. When I was trying to decide where to go in Australia, I did some research but honestly picking the gold coast was a bit of a guess and hope situation. I am so thankful I picked the gold coast, it was the most perfect environment and best time ever.

Best thing I have ever done!

January 16, 2025by: Madeline Postal - United StatesProgram: USAC Australia: Gold Coast/Brisbane - Undergraduate Courses
10

My study abroad was an experience I have thought about every single day since I left. I was in the Gold Coast of Australia and it was amazing. Everything about it fit my lifestyle so well; outdoors, activity, beach, fitness, city, and much more! I was able to travel more than I could have ever imagined and experience cultures and lifestyles that have opened my eyes to really appreciate the little things. I was able to grow as an independent individual while also making life long friends. If you are scared to go alone, just do it! I went alone and can easily say it was the best decision I could’ve made for myself!!

Just a small FRACTION of all the new lifelong friends and memories I made!

Program Details

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Locations

  • Gold Coast, Australia

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Accounting
  • Anthropology
  • Art & Fine Arts

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

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

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Medical / Accident Insurance
  • Visa Fees

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

    Application Procedures

    • Transcript
    • Online Application
    • Essay
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    Spend one or two semesters in the “Sunshine State” of Australia, where a year has an average of 300 sunny days! The Gold Coast and Brisbane program is an ideal study abroad experience if you love the outdoors. Based along the country’s east coast, this program lets you explore beaches, a coral reef system, rainforests, and scenic highways. The host institution is Griffith University, where you take courses in various disciplines including Visual Media, Multimedia Telecommunications, Biomolecular Science, Banking and Finance, and International Relations. Australian semesters are different from the American academic calendar. The first semester runs from February to June and the second semester runs from July to November. You can attend any Griffith University campus: on the Gold Coas...

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