Study Abroad 2010

www.usc.edu.au/international

Students have a range of

accommodation options to choose

from, including apartment-style

student-living next to USC, or other

off-campus accommodation in

nearby suburbs.

Accommodation Key information

University of the Sunshine Coast

Other accommodationYou can rent an apartment or house with friends, or find share accommodation. USC Student Services produces an Accommodation Register. Finding the right place could take a couple of weeks, so you should book temporary accommodation before arriving.

USC International— Accommodation ServicesTel: +61 7 5459 4404Fax: +61 7 5430 2836Email: accommodation@usc.edu.auWeb: www.usc.edu.au/Students/International/Services/Accommodation/

Danielle Benevento Canisius College, USA

“I live in student accommodation and I like it a lot. The staff are helpful and I like the people that live there too.”

Student accommodationModern, apartment-style accommodation—adjacent to USC and linked by pathways to the campus—is only a short walk away. The local shopping centre is within easy reach.

This accommodation is privately owned and managed and is not operated by USC. For bookings, contact the accommodation providers directly.

UniCentralUniCentral is a secure property with excellent facilities. Students live in spacious apartments offering four large lockable bedrooms, each with a double bed, private bathroom, large study area, two built-in wardrobes, private telephone, Internet connection, and free Intranet service to USC. The shared areas in each apartment include laundry facilities, a fully-equipped kitchen, lounge and dining furniture, and outdoor furniture in either a balcony or courtyard setting. The property has a 25-metre lap pool, floodlit tennis/basketball court, recreation pavilion, games room and central barbecue area.

Tel: +61 7 5476 8855Web: www.unicentral.net.au

Varsity ApartmentsVarsity Apartments is a four-star, resort-style property complete with gymnasium, beach volleyball court, games room, barbecue areas, tennis court and two swimming pools. All apartments are fully self-contained with shared lounge and cooking facilities. Each bedroom has a private bathroom, double bed, private telephone line and high-speed Internet access. The fully-furnished apartments have complimentary satellite television, on-site managers, and offer a high level of security.

Tel: +61 7 5450 2000Web: www.varsityapartments.com.au

TransportA range of transport options is available to get you where you want to go around the Sunshine Coast and beyond:

• Thecampusislessthan30minutesdrivefrom the Sunshine Coast Airport and around 60 minutes drive from Brisbane International and Domestic Airports.

• USCInternationalcanarrangetransfersfrom the Brisbane International or Domestic Airports, the Gold Coast Airport or the Sunshine Coast Airport, to your accommodation. (Charges apply.)

• PublicbusservicesoperatebetweenUSC’s modern bus interchange and coastal communities, giving you access to local beaches, shopping centres, and other attractions.

• AbicycletracklinkstheUniversitywithMooloolaba Beach, a 30-minute ride away.

• ArailserviceoperatesbetweenBrisbaneand the Sunshine Coast suburb of Landsborough. An integrated bus service links Landsborough Railway Station directly to USC.

For public transport information, including timetables and maps, visit the TransLink website <www.transinfo.qld.gov.au>.

USC International University of the Sunshine Coast–ML 17

Maroochydore DC Qld 4558 Australia

Tel: +61 7 5430 2843Fax: +61 7 5430 2836

Email: international@usc.edu.auWebsite: www.usc.edu.au/international

CRICOS Provider Number: 01595DV.1.0509

Sunshine Coast Population 300,000+

Type of University Government

Faculties • ArtsandSocialSciences

• Business

• Science,HealthandEducation

On-campus enrolments Total students on campus, approximately 6000

International 700+

Top source regions North America, Europe and Scandinavia

Why come to USC? • Qualityeducationalexperience(5star ratings—Good Universities Guide 2009)

• Innovativecoursesonamoderncampuswith excellent facilities

• Affordableandsecurestudentaccommodation next to campus

• Perfectstudyandlivingenvironmentonthe beautiful Sunshine Coast

• Bettervaluethanbigcityuniversities—lower tuition and living costs

Staff qualifications

Teaching quality

Graduate satisfaction

Generic skills

The Good Universities Guide 2009 (Hobsons, Melbourne, August 2008)

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Our combination of highly-qualified research and teaching staff,

innovative degree programs and technologically-advanced facilities has

been a key factor in the University’s success.

Australia’s Good Universities Guide 2009 awarded USC the highest

rating in four key categories: staff qualifications, teaching quality,

graduate satisfaction and generic skills, all scored five stars.

Staff qualifications

Teaching quality

Graduate satisfaction

Generic skills

The Good Universities Guide 2009 (Hobsons, Melbourne, August 2008)

Fewer tuition-related fees Our tuition fees cover items that are separately charged at many other universities. For example, USC does not charge lab fees, capital and development levies, internet or technology fees*.

Free Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) At USC, you can save money and avoid the time-consuming healthcare application process. If you are happy to be insured by USC’spreferredprovider,thenyourOSHCisfreeandUSCdoesthe application work for you.

OSHCiscompulsoryforallstudentswhostudyinAustraliaonaStudent Visa. Cover for a single student for a semester is A$190 (2009 approximate value).

More individual attentionStudents enjoy a high level of personal service and are able to closely interact with academic staff. Our students are valued as individuals and welcomed as part of a community.

*There is a non-refundable fee of A$1,000 for students applying for Australian Internship Courses.

Why choose USC?USC is a modern and dynamic university, offering a high quality educational experience. The University has 6,000 students and provides a personal and friendly campus environment. It is a great place to meet Australian students and to experience the Australian lifestyle in safe and supportive surroundings.

The campus is located on the edge of a national park. It is home to kangaroos and a variety of other distinctive Australian flora and fauna.

USC’s environmentally-friendly architecture has won national awards. The campus offers modern learning resources, as well as an art gallery, bookshop, sporting facilities and eateries. It is only a short walk from the campus to shops, banks, cafés and student accommodation.

Study Abroad at USC

Study Abroad at USC

University of the Sunshine Coast

Will I meet Australian students? USC attracts students from around the world. At last count, more than 50 countries were represented on campus. Our international students account for only 12 percent of the on-campus student population, so it is easy to meet and interact with Australian students.

What can I study at USC? You can choose from a wide range of courses in our three faculties of ArtsandSocialSciences;Business;andScience,HealthandEducation.

You can register online, so you know exactly what you will be studying before you arrive.

Many courses offer insights into Australian society within a global context, from historical, political, environmental, geographical, business, scientific, social and literary perspectives.

Areas of study include:Biosciences, Communication, Creative Writing, Design, Education, Environmental Science, International Business, International Relations, Journalism,Management,Marketing,HealthSciences,PublicRelations,Sport and Exercise Science, and Tourism.

To see USC’s full range of courses**, visit <www.usc.edu.au/international>. **Not all courses are offered in every semester and some have prerequisite requirements.

How to applyYou can study for one or two semesters. To apply, contact the international office at your home university or complete an International Student Application Form, available at <www.usc.edu.au/international>, and return it to USC International.

USC InternationalUniversity of the Sunshine Coast—ML17 MaroochydoreDCQld4558 Australia

Tel: +61 7 5430 2843 Fax +61 7 5430 2836 Email: international@usc.edu.au Web: www.usc.edu.au/international

Once you have accepted an offer to study from USC, and paid your tuition fees, USC International will provide you with the documentation you need for a Student Visa.

You must obtain a visa that permits study, normally a Student Visa. Visit the Department of Immigration and Citizenship website <www.immi.gov.au/students> or USC website <www.usc.edu.au/Students/International/Steps/Visa/> for visa information.

USC is a registered provider of international education as defined in the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000 <http://aei.gov.au/AEI/ESOS/EasyGuide_ESOS.htm>. CRICOSProviderNumber:01595D.

Visit <www.usc.edu.au/students/international/rules> for information on University policies, procedures and rules.

Living costsAn international student would normally need between A$275 and A$325 per week to live comfortably on the Sunshine Coast. These amounts are in addition to airfares, visa applications, travel insurance and tuition fees, and will vary depending on lifestyle and preferences.

Study Abroad Tuition Fees

A$8,200 per semester *

OverseasStudentHealthCover(OSHC)

USCwillprovideOSHCfreetoStudyAbroadstudents(valueapproximatelyA$190 in 2009) for single cover for six months. This cover will be with USC’s preferred provider. You may arrange your own cover, but will receive no rebate if you choose to do so.

* 2010 rates. Please visit <www.usc.edu.au/international> for the most up-to-date fees. Please note that fees quoted do not include accommodation, travel, books, general living costs or visa application fees. All prices quoted are in Australian Dollars (A$). There is a non-refundable fee of A$1,000 for students applying for Australian Internship courses.

Important 2010 dates

Orientation (attendance required) 15–19 February

Semester 1 begins 22 February

Intra-semester break 29 March–9 April

Examination preparation 7-11 June

Examinations 14-25 June

Semester 1 ends 25 June

Orientation (attendance required) 19-23 July

Semester 2 begins 26 July

Intra-semester break 13-24 September

Examination preparation 8-12 November

Examinations 15-26 November

Semester 2 ends 26 November

Education for school-aged childrenStudents with school-aged children have a wide choice of pre-school, primary and secondary education providers.Publicschools<www.education.qld.gov.au/schools/about/>Privateschools<www.aisq.qld.edu.au>

What services and facilities are available?USC International is the point of contact for international students before and after arrival. Our staff are friendly, experienced, and happy to provide answers to your questions.

Study Abroad students have access to:• afullorientationprogram• 24-hourcomputerlaboratories• theInternetwithindividualemailaccounts†

• confidentialcounselling• learningsupport• languagesupportforstudentsfromnon-Englishspeaking

backgrounds• studyskillsworkshops• peersupportprograms• sportingfacilities,includinganinternational-standardathletics

track and a new indoor sports stadium

† Internet quota applies—see web <www.usc.edu.au/University/AbouttheUniversity/CampusLife/ITSupport/quota.htm> for details.

USC is the perfect study and living environment, offering a high quality education and an enjoyable lifestyle.

The Sunshine Coast is one of Australia’s most popular destinations, with beautiful beaches, lush hinterland and national parks. It has a pleasant, subtropical climate, which is comfortable all year round.

USC’s modern campus is located in the heart of the region, and students have easy access to all it has to offer.

The Sunshine Coast

Key facts Population300,000+

LocationUSC is only 90 kilometres north of Queensland’scapitalcity,Brisbane,andjustover one hour to Sydney and two hours to Melbourne by air.

Regional centres such as Maroochydore, Mooloolaba, Caloundra and Noosa are between 15 and 40 minutes drive from USC.

Attractions• Surfingbeaches,nationalparksand

sporting facilities• Cafés,bars,restaurants,markets,

boutiques and galleries• WorldHeritage-listedFraserIsland• UnderWaterWorld• SteveIrwin’sAustraliaZoo

More informationTourism Sunshine Coast <www.tourismsunshinecoast.com.au>

TourismQueensland <www.tq.com.au>

EventsSunshine Coast sporting and cultural events attract visitors from around Australia and the world.

They include:

• NoosaFestivalofSurfing

• MooloolabaTriathlonFestival

• SydneytoMooloolabaYachtRace

• CoolumKiteFestival

• NoosaTriathlonandMultiSportFestival

• AustralianPGAChampionship

• NoosaJazzFestival

• GreatNoosaCampOut

• WoodfordFolkFestival

ActivitiesYou will have plenty to do in your spare time and during semester breaks.

Frequent flights from the Sunshine Coast Airport with budget airlines Jetstar <www.jetstar.com>, Tiger Airways <www.tigerairways.com> and Virgin Blue <www.virginblue.com.au> make it easy and affordable to visit Sydney to see the famous HarbourBridgeandOperaHouse,orexperience the cultural offerings and nightlife in Melbourne.

Brisbane Airport is only one hour away by road with regular flights to major Australian destinations. You could go to Cairns to visit the Great Barrier Reef; or the Northern TerritorytoseeWorldHeritage-listed KakaduNationalParkorthespectacularUluru/Ayers Rock.

Christian Weber

Fachhochschule Ludwigshafen am Rhein

“Good location, nice environment and interesting classes and programs. USC has a good reputation.”

Published by University of the Sunshine Coast May 2009.All information contained in this publication is correct at the time of going to press, however the University reserves the right to alter any course, procedure or fee. Prospective students should check for any amendment before submitting an application. For the most up-to-date information visit the USC website <www.usc.edu.au/international>.University of the Sunshine Coast is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. CRICOS Provider Number: 01595D

Our combination of highly-qualified research and teaching staff,

innovative degree programs and technologically-advanced facilities has

been a key factor in the University’s success.

Australia’s Good Universities Guide 2009 awarded USC the highest

rating in four key categories: staff qualifications, teaching quality,

graduate satisfaction and generic skills, all scored five stars.

Staff qualifications

Teaching quality

Graduate satisfaction

Generic skills

The Good Universities Guide 2009 (Hobsons, Melbourne, August 2008)

Fewer tuition-related fees Our tuition fees cover items that are separately charged at many other universities. For example, USC does not charge lab fees, capital and development levies, internet or technology fees*.

Free Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) At USC, you can save money and avoid the time-consuming healthcare application process. If you are happy to be insured by USC’spreferredprovider,thenyourOSHCisfreeandUSCdoesthe application work for you.

OSHCiscompulsoryforallstudentswhostudyinAustraliaonaStudent Visa. Cover for a single student for a semester is A$190 (2009 approximate value).

More individual attentionStudents enjoy a high level of personal service and are able to closely interact with academic staff. Our students are valued as individuals and welcomed as part of a community.

*There is a non-refundable fee of A$1,000 for students applying for Australian Internship Courses.

Why choose USC?USC is a modern and dynamic university, offering a high quality educational experience. The University has 6,000 students and provides a personal and friendly campus environment. It is a great place to meet Australian students and to experience the Australian lifestyle in safe and supportive surroundings.

The campus is located on the edge of a national park. It is home to kangaroos and a variety of other distinctive Australian flora and fauna.

USC’s environmentally-friendly architecture has won national awards. The campus offers modern learning resources, as well as an art gallery, bookshop, sporting facilities and eateries. It is only a short walk from the campus to shops, banks, cafés and student accommodation.

Study Abroad at USC

Study Abroad at USC

University of the Sunshine Coast

Will I meet Australian students? USC attracts students from around the world. At last count, more than 50 countries were represented on campus. Our international students account for only 12 percent of the on-campus student population, so it is easy to meet and interact with Australian students.

What can I study at USC? You can choose from a wide range of courses in our three faculties of ArtsandSocialSciences;Business;andScience,HealthandEducation.

You can register online, so you know exactly what you will be studying before you arrive.

Many courses offer insights into Australian society within a global context, from historical, political, environmental, geographical, business, scientific, social and literary perspectives.

Areas of study include:Biosciences, Communication, Creative Writing, Design, Education, Environmental Science, International Business, International Relations, Journalism,Management,Marketing,HealthSciences,PublicRelations,Sport and Exercise Science, and Tourism.

To see USC’s full range of courses**, visit <www.usc.edu.au/international>. **Not all courses are offered in every semester and some have prerequisite requirements.

How to applyYou can study for one or two semesters. To apply, contact the international office at your home university or complete an International Student Application Form, available at <www.usc.edu.au/international>, and return it to USC International.

USC InternationalUniversity of the Sunshine Coast—ML17 MaroochydoreDCQld4558 Australia

Tel: +61 7 5430 2843 Fax +61 7 5430 2836 Email: international@usc.edu.au Web: www.usc.edu.au/international

Once you have accepted an offer to study from USC, and paid your tuition fees, USC International will provide you with the documentation you need for a Student Visa.

You must obtain a visa that permits study, normally a Student Visa. Visit the Department of Immigration and Citizenship website <www.immi.gov.au/students> or USC website <www.usc.edu.au/Students/International/Steps/Visa/> for visa information.

USC is a registered provider of international education as defined in the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000 <http://aei.gov.au/AEI/ESOS/EasyGuide_ESOS.htm>. CRICOSProviderNumber:01595D.

Visit <www.usc.edu.au/students/international/rules> for information on University policies, procedures and rules.

Living costsAn international student would normally need between A$275 and A$325 per week to live comfortably on the Sunshine Coast. These amounts are in addition to airfares, visa applications, travel insurance and tuition fees, and will vary depending on lifestyle and preferences.

Study Abroad Tuition Fees

A$8,200 per semester *

OverseasStudentHealthCover(OSHC)

USCwillprovideOSHCfreetoStudyAbroadstudents(valueapproximatelyA$190 in 2009) for single cover for six months. This cover will be with USC’s preferred provider. You may arrange your own cover, but will receive no rebate if you choose to do so.

* 2010 rates. Please visit <www.usc.edu.au/international> for the most up-to-date fees. Please note that fees quoted do not include accommodation, travel, books, general living costs or visa application fees. All prices quoted are in Australian Dollars (A$). There is a non-refundable fee of A$1,000 for students applying for Australian Internship courses.

Important 2010 dates

Orientation (attendance required) 15–19 February

Semester 1 begins 22 February

Intra-semester break 29 March–9 April

Examination preparation 7-11 June

Examinations 14-25 June

Semester 1 ends 25 June

Orientation (attendance required) 19-23 July

Semester 2 begins 26 July

Intra-semester break 13-24 September

Examination preparation 8-12 November

Examinations 15-26 November

Semester 2 ends 26 November

Education for school-aged childrenStudents with school-aged children have a wide choice of pre-school, primary and secondary education providers.Publicschools<www.education.qld.gov.au/schools/about/>Privateschools<www.aisq.qld.edu.au>

What services and facilities are available?USC International is the point of contact for international students before and after arrival. Our staff are friendly, experienced, and happy to provide answers to your questions.

Study Abroad students have access to:• afullorientationprogram• 24-hourcomputerlaboratories• theInternetwithindividualemailaccounts†

• confidentialcounselling• learningsupport• languagesupportforstudentsfromnon-Englishspeaking

backgrounds• studyskillsworkshops• peersupportprograms• sportingfacilities,includinganinternational-standardathletics

track and a new indoor sports stadium

† Internet quota applies—see web <www.usc.edu.au/University/AbouttheUniversity/CampusLife/ITSupport/quota.htm> for details.

USC is the perfect study and living environment, offering a high quality education and an enjoyable lifestyle.

The Sunshine Coast is one of Australia’s most popular destinations, with beautiful beaches, lush hinterland and national parks. It has a pleasant, subtropical climate, which is comfortable all year round.

USC’s modern campus is located in the heart of the region, and students have easy access to all it has to offer.

The Sunshine Coast

Key facts Population300,000+

LocationUSC is only 90 kilometres north of Queensland’scapitalcity,Brisbane,andjustover one hour to Sydney and two hours to Melbourne by air.

Regional centres such as Maroochydore, Mooloolaba, Caloundra and Noosa are between 15 and 40 minutes drive from USC.

Attractions• Surfingbeaches,nationalparksand

sporting facilities• Cafés,bars,restaurants,markets,

boutiques and galleries• WorldHeritage-listedFraserIsland• UnderWaterWorld• SteveIrwin’sAustraliaZoo

More informationTourism Sunshine Coast <www.tourismsunshinecoast.com.au>

TourismQueensland <www.tq.com.au>

EventsSunshine Coast sporting and cultural events attract visitors from around Australia and the world.

They include:

• NoosaFestivalofSurfing

• MooloolabaTriathlonFestival

• SydneytoMooloolabaYachtRace

• CoolumKiteFestival

• NoosaTriathlonandMultiSportFestival

• AustralianPGAChampionship

• NoosaJazzFestival

• GreatNoosaCampOut

• WoodfordFolkFestival

ActivitiesYou will have plenty to do in your spare time and during semester breaks.

Frequent flights from the Sunshine Coast Airport with budget airlines Jetstar <www.jetstar.com>, Tiger Airways <www.tigerairways.com> and Virgin Blue <www.virginblue.com.au> make it easy and affordable to visit Sydney to see the famous HarbourBridgeandOperaHouse,orexperience the cultural offerings and nightlife in Melbourne.

Brisbane Airport is only one hour away by road with regular flights to major Australian destinations. You could go to Cairns to visit the Great Barrier Reef; or the Northern TerritorytoseeWorldHeritage-listed KakaduNationalParkorthespectacularUluru/Ayers Rock.

Christian Weber

Fachhochschule Ludwigshafen am Rhein

“Good location, nice environment and interesting classes and programs. USC has a good reputation.”

Published by University of the Sunshine Coast May 2009.All information contained in this publication is correct at the time of going to press, however the University reserves the right to alter any course, procedure or fee. Prospective students should check for any amendment before submitting an application. For the most up-to-date information visit the USC website <www.usc.edu.au/international>.University of the Sunshine Coast is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. CRICOS Provider Number: 01595D

Our combination of highly-qualified research and teaching staff,

innovative degree programs and technologically-advanced facilities has

been a key factor in the University’s success.

Australia’s Good Universities Guide 2009 awarded USC the highest

rating in four key categories: staff qualifications, teaching quality,

graduate satisfaction and generic skills, all scored five stars.

Staff qualifications

Teaching quality

Graduate satisfaction

Generic skills

The Good Universities Guide 2009 (Hobsons, Melbourne, August 2008)

Fewer tuition-related fees Our tuition fees cover items that are separately charged at many other universities. For example, USC does not charge lab fees, capital and development levies, internet or technology fees*.

Free Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) At USC, you can save money and avoid the time-consuming healthcare application process. If you are happy to be insured by USC’spreferredprovider,thenyourOSHCisfreeandUSCdoesthe application work for you.

OSHCiscompulsoryforallstudentswhostudyinAustraliaonaStudent Visa. Cover for a single student for a semester is A$190 (2009 approximate value).

More individual attentionStudents enjoy a high level of personal service and are able to closely interact with academic staff. Our students are valued as individuals and welcomed as part of a community.

*There is a non-refundable fee of A$1,000 for students applying for Australian Internship Courses.

Why choose USC?USC is a modern and dynamic university, offering a high quality educational experience. The University has 6,000 students and provides a personal and friendly campus environment. It is a great place to meet Australian students and to experience the Australian lifestyle in safe and supportive surroundings.

The campus is located on the edge of a national park. It is home to kangaroos and a variety of other distinctive Australian flora and fauna.

USC’s environmentally-friendly architecture has won national awards. The campus offers modern learning resources, as well as an art gallery, bookshop, sporting facilities and eateries. It is only a short walk from the campus to shops, banks, cafés and student accommodation.

Study Abroad at USC

Study Abroad at USC

University of the Sunshine Coast

Will I meet Australian students? USC attracts students from around the world. At last count, more than 50 countries were represented on campus. Our international students account for only 12 percent of the on-campus student population, so it is easy to meet and interact with Australian students.

What can I study at USC? You can choose from a wide range of courses in our three faculties of ArtsandSocialSciences;Business;andScience,HealthandEducation.

You can register online, so you know exactly what you will be studying before you arrive.

Many courses offer insights into Australian society within a global context, from historical, political, environmental, geographical, business, scientific, social and literary perspectives.

Areas of study include:Biosciences, Communication, Creative Writing, Design, Education, Environmental Science, International Business, International Relations, Journalism,Management,Marketing,HealthSciences,PublicRelations,Sport and Exercise Science, and Tourism.

To see USC’s full range of courses**, visit <www.usc.edu.au/international>. **Not all courses are offered in every semester and some have prerequisite requirements.

How to applyYou can study for one or two semesters. To apply, contact the international office at your home university or complete an International Student Application Form, available at <www.usc.edu.au/international>, and return it to USC International.

USC InternationalUniversity of the Sunshine Coast—ML17 MaroochydoreDCQld4558 Australia

Tel: +61 7 5430 2843 Fax +61 7 5430 2836 Email: international@usc.edu.au Web: www.usc.edu.au/international

Once you have accepted an offer to study from USC, and paid your tuition fees, USC International will provide you with the documentation you need for a Student Visa.

You must obtain a visa that permits study, normally a Student Visa. Visit the Department of Immigration and Citizenship website <www.immi.gov.au/students> or USC website <www.usc.edu.au/Students/International/Steps/Visa/> for visa information.

USC is a registered provider of international education as defined in the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000 <http://aei.gov.au/AEI/ESOS/EasyGuide_ESOS.htm>. CRICOSProviderNumber:01595D.

Visit <www.usc.edu.au/students/international/rules> for information on University policies, procedures and rules.

Living costsAn international student would normally need between A$275 and A$325 per week to live comfortably on the Sunshine Coast. These amounts are in addition to airfares, visa applications, travel insurance and tuition fees, and will vary depending on lifestyle and preferences.

Study Abroad Tuition Fees

A$8,200 per semester *

OverseasStudentHealthCover(OSHC)

USCwillprovideOSHCfreetoStudyAbroadstudents(valueapproximatelyA$190 in 2009) for single cover for six months. This cover will be with USC’s preferred provider. You may arrange your own cover, but will receive no rebate if you choose to do so.

* 2010 rates. Please visit <www.usc.edu.au/international> for the most up-to-date fees. Please note that fees quoted do not include accommodation, travel, books, general living costs or visa application fees. All prices quoted are in Australian Dollars (A$). There is a non-refundable fee of A$1,000 for students applying for Australian Internship courses.

Important 2010 dates

Orientation (attendance required) 15–19 February

Semester 1 begins 22 February

Intra-semester break 29 March–9 April

Examination preparation 7-11 June

Examinations 14-25 June

Semester 1 ends 25 June

Orientation (attendance required) 19-23 July

Semester 2 begins 26 July

Intra-semester break 13-24 September

Examination preparation 8-12 November

Examinations 15-26 November

Semester 2 ends 26 November

Education for school-aged childrenStudents with school-aged children have a wide choice of pre-school, primary and secondary education providers.Publicschools<www.education.qld.gov.au/schools/about/>Privateschools<www.aisq.qld.edu.au>

What services and facilities are available?USC International is the point of contact for international students before and after arrival. Our staff are friendly, experienced, and happy to provide answers to your questions.

Study Abroad students have access to:• afullorientationprogram• 24-hourcomputerlaboratories• theInternetwithindividualemailaccounts†

• confidentialcounselling• learningsupport• languagesupportforstudentsfromnon-Englishspeaking

backgrounds• studyskillsworkshops• peersupportprograms• sportingfacilities,includinganinternational-standardathletics

track and a new indoor sports stadium

† Internet quota applies—see web <www.usc.edu.au/University/AbouttheUniversity/CampusLife/ITSupport/quota.htm> for details.

USC is the perfect study and living environment, offering a high quality education and an enjoyable lifestyle.

The Sunshine Coast is one of Australia’s most popular destinations, with beautiful beaches, lush hinterland and national parks. It has a pleasant, subtropical climate, which is comfortable all year round.

USC’s modern campus is located in the heart of the region, and students have easy access to all it has to offer.

The Sunshine Coast

Key facts Population300,000+

LocationUSC is only 90 kilometres north of Queensland’scapitalcity,Brisbane,andjustover one hour to Sydney and two hours to Melbourne by air.

Regional centres such as Maroochydore, Mooloolaba, Caloundra and Noosa are between 15 and 40 minutes drive from USC.

Attractions• Surfingbeaches,nationalparksand

sporting facilities• Cafés,bars,restaurants,markets,

boutiques and galleries• WorldHeritage-listedFraserIsland• UnderWaterWorld• SteveIrwin’sAustraliaZoo

More informationTourism Sunshine Coast <www.tourismsunshinecoast.com.au>

TourismQueensland <www.tq.com.au>

EventsSunshine Coast sporting and cultural events attract visitors from around Australia and the world.

They include:

• NoosaFestivalofSurfing

• MooloolabaTriathlonFestival

• SydneytoMooloolabaYachtRace

• CoolumKiteFestival

• NoosaTriathlonandMultiSportFestival

• AustralianPGAChampionship

• NoosaJazzFestival

• GreatNoosaCampOut

• WoodfordFolkFestival

ActivitiesYou will have plenty to do in your spare time and during semester breaks.

Frequent flights from the Sunshine Coast Airport with budget airlines Jetstar <www.jetstar.com>, Tiger Airways <www.tigerairways.com> and Virgin Blue <www.virginblue.com.au> make it easy and affordable to visit Sydney to see the famous HarbourBridgeandOperaHouse,orexperience the cultural offerings and nightlife in Melbourne.

Brisbane Airport is only one hour away by road with regular flights to major Australian destinations. You could go to Cairns to visit the Great Barrier Reef; or the Northern TerritorytoseeWorldHeritage-listed KakaduNationalParkorthespectacularUluru/Ayers Rock.

Christian Weber

Fachhochschule Ludwigshafen am Rhein

“Good location, nice environment and interesting classes and programs. USC has a good reputation.”

Published by University of the Sunshine Coast May 2009.All information contained in this publication is correct at the time of going to press, however the University reserves the right to alter any course, procedure or fee. Prospective students should check for any amendment before submitting an application. For the most up-to-date information visit the USC website <www.usc.edu.au/international>.University of the Sunshine Coast is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. CRICOS Provider Number: 01595D

Study Abroad 2010

www.usc.edu.au/international

Students have a range of

accommodation options to choose

from, including apartment-style

student-living next to USC, or other

off-campus accommodation in

nearby suburbs.

Accommodation Key information

University of the Sunshine Coast

Other accommodationYou can rent an apartment or house with friends, or find share accommodation. USC Student Services produces an Accommodation Register. Finding the right place could take a couple of weeks, so you should book temporary accommodation before arriving.

USC International— Accommodation ServicesTel: +61 7 5459 4404Fax: +61 7 5430 2836Email: accommodation@usc.edu.auWeb: www.usc.edu.au/Students/International/Services/Accommodation/

Danielle Benevento Canisius College, USA

“I live in student accommodation and I like it a lot. The staff are helpful and I like the people that live there too.”

Student accommodationModern, apartment-style accommodation—adjacent to USC and linked by pathways to the campus—is only a short walk away. The local shopping centre is within easy reach.

This accommodation is privately owned and managed and is not operated by USC. For bookings, contact the accommodation providers directly.

UniCentralUniCentral is a secure property with excellent facilities. Students live in spacious apartments offering four large lockable bedrooms, each with a double bed, private bathroom, large study area, two built-in wardrobes, private telephone, Internet connection, and free Intranet service to USC. The shared areas in each apartment include laundry facilities, a fully-equipped kitchen, lounge and dining furniture, and outdoor furniture in either a balcony or courtyard setting. The property has a 25-metre lap pool, floodlit tennis/basketball court, recreation pavilion, games room and central barbecue area.

Tel: +61 7 5476 8855Web: www.unicentral.net.au

Varsity ApartmentsVarsity Apartments is a four-star, resort-style property complete with gymnasium, beach volleyball court, games room, barbecue areas, tennis court and two swimming pools. All apartments are fully self-contained with shared lounge and cooking facilities. Each bedroom has a private bathroom, double bed, private telephone line and high-speed Internet access. The fully-furnished apartments have complimentary satellite television, on-site managers, and offer a high level of security.

Tel: +61 7 5450 2000Web: www.varsityapartments.com.au

TransportA range of transport options is available to get you where you want to go around the Sunshine Coast and beyond:

• Thecampusislessthan30minutesdrivefrom the Sunshine Coast Airport and around 60 minutes drive from Brisbane International and Domestic Airports.

• USCInternationalcanarrangetransfersfrom the Brisbane International or Domestic Airports, the Gold Coast Airport or the Sunshine Coast Airport, to your accommodation. (Charges apply.)

• PublicbusservicesoperatebetweenUSC’s modern bus interchange and coastal communities, giving you access to local beaches, shopping centres, and other attractions.

• AbicycletracklinkstheUniversitywithMooloolaba Beach, a 30-minute ride away.

• ArailserviceoperatesbetweenBrisbaneand the Sunshine Coast suburb of Landsborough. An integrated bus service links Landsborough Railway Station directly to USC.

For public transport information, including timetables and maps, visit the TransLink website <www.transinfo.qld.gov.au>.

USC International University of the Sunshine Coast–ML 17

Maroochydore DC Qld 4558 Australia

Tel: +61 7 5430 2843Fax: +61 7 5430 2836

Email: international@usc.edu.auWebsite: www.usc.edu.au/international

CRICOS Provider Number: 01595DV.1.0509

Sunshine Coast Population 300,000+

Type of University Government

Faculties • ArtsandSocialSciences

• Business

• Science,HealthandEducation

On-campus enrolments Total students on campus, approximately 6000

International 700+

Top source regions North America, Europe and Scandinavia

Why come to USC? • Qualityeducationalexperience(5star ratings—Good Universities Guide 2009)

• Innovativecoursesonamoderncampuswith excellent facilities

• Affordableandsecurestudentaccommodation next to campus

• Perfectstudyandlivingenvironmentonthe beautiful Sunshine Coast

• Bettervaluethanbigcityuniversities—lower tuition and living costs

Staff qualifications

Teaching quality

Graduate satisfaction

Generic skills

The Good Universities Guide 2009 (Hobsons, Melbourne, August 2008)

Bribie Island

Maleny

Maroochydore Airport

Maroochydore

Mooloolaba

Caloundra

GlasshouseMountains

Montville

Mapleton

Nambour

Eumundi

Noosa Heads

Rainbow Beach

To Fraser IslandTin Can Bay

Tewantin

Coolum

Caboolture

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SippyDowns

SunshineCoast

Brisbane

SydneyPerth

Darwin

Melbourne

Study Abroad 2010

www.usc.edu.au/international

Students have a range of

accommodation options to choose

from, including apartment-style

student-living next to USC, or other

off-campus accommodation in

nearby suburbs.

Accommodation Key information

University of the Sunshine Coast

Other accommodationYou can rent an apartment or house with friends, or find share accommodation. USC Student Services produces an Accommodation Register. Finding the right place could take a couple of weeks, so you should book temporary accommodation before arriving.

USC International— Accommodation ServicesTel: +61 7 5459 4404Fax: +61 7 5430 2836Email: accommodation@usc.edu.auWeb: www.usc.edu.au/Students/International/Services/Accommodation/

Danielle Benevento Canisius College, USA

“I live in student accommodation and I like it a lot. The staff are helpful and I like the people that live there too.”

Student accommodationModern, apartment-style accommodation—adjacent to USC and linked by pathways to the campus—is only a short walk away. The local shopping centre is within easy reach.

This accommodation is privately owned and managed and is not operated by USC. For bookings, contact the accommodation providers directly.

UniCentralUniCentral is a secure property with excellent facilities. Students live in spacious apartments offering four large lockable bedrooms, each with a double bed, private bathroom, large study area, two built-in wardrobes, private telephone, Internet connection, and free Intranet service to USC. The shared areas in each apartment include laundry facilities, a fully-equipped kitchen, lounge and dining furniture, and outdoor furniture in either a balcony or courtyard setting. The property has a 25-metre lap pool, floodlit tennis/basketball court, recreation pavilion, games room and central barbecue area.

Tel: +61 7 5476 8855Web: www.unicentral.net.au

Varsity ApartmentsVarsity Apartments is a four-star, resort-style property complete with gymnasium, beach volleyball court, games room, barbecue areas, tennis court and two swimming pools. All apartments are fully self-contained with shared lounge and cooking facilities. Each bedroom has a private bathroom, double bed, private telephone line and high-speed Internet access. The fully-furnished apartments have complimentary satellite television, on-site managers, and offer a high level of security.

Tel: +61 7 5450 2000Web: www.varsityapartments.com.au

TransportA range of transport options is available to get you where you want to go around the Sunshine Coast and beyond:

• Thecampusislessthan30minutesdrivefrom the Sunshine Coast Airport and around 60 minutes drive from Brisbane International and Domestic Airports.

• USCInternationalcanarrangetransfersfrom the Brisbane International or Domestic Airports, the Gold Coast Airport or the Sunshine Coast Airport, to your accommodation. (Charges apply.)

• PublicbusservicesoperatebetweenUSC’s modern bus interchange and coastal communities, giving you access to local beaches, shopping centres, and other attractions.

• AbicycletracklinkstheUniversitywithMooloolaba Beach, a 30-minute ride away.

• ArailserviceoperatesbetweenBrisbaneand the Sunshine Coast suburb of Landsborough. An integrated bus service links Landsborough Railway Station directly to USC.

For public transport information, including timetables and maps, visit the TransLink website <www.transinfo.qld.gov.au>.

USC International University of the Sunshine Coast–ML 17

Maroochydore DC Qld 4558 Australia

Tel: +61 7 5430 2843Fax: +61 7 5430 2836

Email: international@usc.edu.auWebsite: www.usc.edu.au/international

CRICOS Provider Number: 01595DV.1.0509

Sunshine Coast Population 300,000+

Type of University Government

Faculties • ArtsandSocialSciences

• Business

• Science,HealthandEducation

On-campus enrolments Total students on campus, approximately 6000

International 700+

Top source regions North America, Europe and Scandinavia

Why come to USC? • Qualityeducationalexperience(5star ratings—Good Universities Guide 2009)

• Innovativecoursesonamoderncampuswith excellent facilities

• Affordableandsecurestudentaccommodation next to campus

• Perfectstudyandlivingenvironmentonthe beautiful Sunshine Coast

• Bettervaluethanbigcityuniversities—lower tuition and living costs

Staff qualifications

Teaching quality

Graduate satisfaction

Generic skills

The Good Universities Guide 2009 (Hobsons, Melbourne, August 2008)

Bribie Island

Maleny

Maroochydore Airport

Maroochydore

Mooloolaba

Caloundra

GlasshouseMountains

Montville

Mapleton

Nambour

Eumundi

Noosa Heads

Rainbow Beach

To Fraser IslandTin Can Bay

Tewantin

Coolum

Caboolture

Map not to scale

USC is a 15-minute drive or 20-minute bus ride to Mooloolaba beach and within walking distance of the local shopping centre.

Moreton Island

Suns

hine

Mot

orw

ay

Bruc

e H

ighw

ay

University of the Sunshine Coast

BrisbaneInternationalAirport

SippyDowns

SunshineCoast

Brisbane

SydneyPerth

Darwin

Melbourne