CIS - Study at Macquarie University
Australia
Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring
Dates: Spring: mid-February - early Jul; Fall: mid-July - early December
Description:
Study in one of the most exciting countries in the world, in one of the most dynamic cities in the world, at a truly fantastic university! Choose an unforgettable study-abroad experience at Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia. Since its establishment in 1967, Macquarie University has been a pioneer in Australian education, with its innovative teaching and research. It is known internationally for its groundbreaking research in the earth sciences, laser physics, linguistics and education. The university has developed many international links as it recognizes the need for international and multicultural experiences.
Highlights:
If you have always dreamed of visiting Australia, now is the time to go. Australia offers a wealth of experiences including the adventure of the outback, the spectacular Great Barrier Reef, the glow of Ayers Rock Uluru, and cosmopolitan Sydney. While roos or crocs are a rare sight, you will definitely find Australia to be one of the most welcoming cultures in the world. Sydney is the largest city in Australia, with a population of nearly 4 million. It is located in a magnificent natural harbor, with the famous Harbour Bridge and Opera House adorning the skyline. As a vibrant and exciting metropolis located on the East Coast of Australia, Sydney offers you a wide range of cultural, historical, culinary and sporting opportunities. The Host City of the 2000 Olympic Games is renowned for being a safe and tolerant metropolis, making it a perfect destination for international students. As a Macquarie student, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in all the university has to offer - starting with a wide variety of courses to choose from to a very active Student Union and Sports Association - MQ has something for everyone. No matter what you decide to study at MQ you will love the idyllic parkland campus. Macquarie realizes that university life is more than academic study, and so, in addition to its excellent teaching facilities, it offers you social and sporting opportunities. Within its landscaped courtyards and gardens, you will find ideal spots to meet your friends and to make new ones. The active Sports Association and Students' Union organize activities and clubs including waterskiing, squash, netball, tennis, rock concerts and market days. You will also find a variety of food outlets, common rooms, and other services and facilities for students (doctors, travel agents, banks, hairdresser, dentist, counselors), as well as convenient library and computer facilities. * Macquarie is set on a parkland campus with a Fauna Park (with a red kangaroo!)
* Easy access to Sydney and the Blue Mountails
* Large range of subjects to choose from
* Large, diverse student body
* Semester Study-internship Option
* Australian Orientation - 3 days/ 2 nights in the heart of Sydney
Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)
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Subject Areas :
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- Accounting
- Anthropology
- Archaeology
- Art/Fine Arts
- Astronomy/Astrophysics
- Biochemistry
- Biology (General)
- Biomedical Sciences
- Chinese Language
- Communications
- Counseling
- Criminal Justice / Corrections
- Culture
- Ecology
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- Education
- English
- English Literature
- Environmental Sci. (Atmosph.)
- Filmmaking
- French
- Geography
- Human Res. Management
- International Relations
- Italian
- Japanese
- Languages / Linguistics
- Legal Studies
- Liberal Arts
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- Literature
- Mathematics
- Music
- Occupational, Environ. Health
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Political Science/Politics
- Pre-Law
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- Sociology
- Sports Science
- Women's Studies
- Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
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Cost in US$: Please contact CIS
Cost Include Description:
- Australian Orientation - 3 days/ 2 nights in Sydney
- Full-time tuition & fees
- Housing
- Academic advising
- Financial aid counseling
- Pre-departure orientation
- Lonely Planet Guidebook
- Airport pick-up
- Macquarie University orientation
- Medical & accident insurance
- Macquarie University official transcript
- Student Union fees
- International cell phone
- Assistance with travel arrangements
- CIS support services before, during and after the program
- Carbon offset of travel
Experience Required: no
Post-Program Services Include:
- Re-Entry Debriefing at Home
Year Founded: 2000
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