Australia

Australia: Fall Semester, Spring Semester, and Year Immersion Programs

Host Institutions (University websites)

The Australian National University, Canberra
Monash University, Melbourne
The University of Adelaide
The University of Melbourne
The University of New South Wales, Sydney
The University of Queensland, Brisbane
The University of Sydney
University of Tasmania, Hobart
The University of Western Australia, Perth
University of Wollongong

Highlights

EAP offers challenging academic programs at ten Australian universities. In addition to a wide range of course opportunities, Australian universities offer course work that will complement a student’s UC studies in a number of ways. While American undergraduate courses tend to be general and theoretical, courses in Australia are often more practical and hands-on, especially in science labs. UC students also have the opportunity to work with Australian faculty members on existing research. Past “studentships” have occurred in fields of anthropology, aquatic biology, archaeology, biochemistry, chemistry, developmental biology, marine biology, molecular cell biology, organic chemistry, and pharmacology. (details)

Duration

Fall Semester: mid-July to late November
Spring Semester: early February to early July
Year: early February to late November

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Students who attend a spring semester program may extend their EAP participation to the full year option at the same university.

Academic Focus

Regular university courses in a student’s major or allied field. Most academic disciplines are available. For course descriptions and additional information, see the Course Information page.

Students attend classes with international students and host country students.

Units

Students are required to take a full-time course of study while abroad. Students usually enroll in four or five courses per semester to meet the 24 UC quarter unit requirement.

Housing

EAP students may reside in university dormitories, university-owned flats and apartments, or private rentals off campus. Students live with international students, UC students, or host country students. (details)

Estimated Cost

For estimated program costs, see the Financial Overview page.

To Apply

If you are interested in applying for this program, see the Selection Criteria and Application Deadlines.