Showing posts with label Australia. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Australia. Show all posts

Sunday, June 30, 2013

Australia Personal Cost Estimates, Semester 1 2012

Nathan campus
and College of Art

These figures are designed to assist students with financial planning but are only estimates based on past students' experiences at an exchange rate of $.98 to AU$1. They do not include any entertainment or vacation travel costs.

**= Indicates that three meals per day are included in the IFSA-Butler program fee. For Griffith University, this applies to university housing on the Nathan campus only. For Nathan students assigned to flats, use the estimated meal cost for other Griffith campuses.
***=The University of Wollongong program fee includes 17 meals per week.

If the student is accepted into a catered residential college providing full board, substitute the meal plan fee (detailed in the Supplemental Charges section) for the meal cost estimate above.

The above numbers are general estimates of expenses during a program abroad. We recommend taking into account your current spending habits, the cost of living in your host country and the current exchange rate. Your IFSA-Butler program advisor can be helpful as you attempt to work on a personal budget for your experience abroad.

Commuting cost estimates are for transportation between housing and university. Transportation for personal or recreational purposes is not included in the above estimates.

† Personal Miscellaneous estimates cover general expenses of college life, including laundry, course supplies, photocopying, toiletries, snacks, personal care, etc.

All costs are in U.S. dollars.


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Study in Sydney | Australia Study Abroad Programs | IFSA Butler

4.5 million
State of New South Wales, in southeast AustraliaCity features
• Known as the “World’s Friendliest City”
• Renowned for its multicultural flavor
• At its heart is a spectacular harbor, home to the famous sails of the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge
• Distinct neighborhoods with a huge range of lifestyles and cultures, linked by excellent public transportation
• Darling Harbour is a glittering entertainment district and a hub of endless fun
• Nearby are the historic Rocks, Sydney’ oldest preserved colonial district transformed into a vibrant area of pubs, cafes, restaurants and shops

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Saturday, June 29, 2013

Study Abroad in Australia | Biology & Marine Science Program

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What the Coastal and Marine Sciences and Natural Resource Management program has to offer
• Opportunity for intensive study in marine science and management at Australia's National Marine Science Centre (NMSC), in conjunction with Southern Cross University
• A unique location adjacent to Solitary Island Marine Park, home to fish, turtles, coral, dolphins, sharks and whales
• Academic programs that take advantage of the natural setting
• A smaller academic setting for a more individual and authentic experience
• Modern facilities and innovative programs with opportunities for field trips
• A variety of sporting, cultural and special interest clubs on Coffs Harbour campus

Housing
• Housing is on Coffs Harbour campus with local students in apartment-style residences with single study-bedrooms
• Students purchase or prepare their own meals
• Residences are a 15-minute drive from NMSC; NMSC will provide transportation to and from campus during lecture weeks

Academics
• Students take a required set of four courses per semester that focus exclusively on marine and coastal science and management
• Courses are divided into three-week blocks of reading preparation, lectures, lab work and field trips, and time to complete assignments
• The program melds theory with practice, emphasizing field studies and fundamental scientific techniques
• Students must have completed two years of a Bachelor of Science degree program and a course in statistics


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Australia Supplemental Charges

Semester 1 2012 fees
Calendar year 2012 fees
Semester 2 2011 fees
Academic Year 2011 fees

Charges listed below are approximate costs and may be subject to change. Any fees over and above these approximate costs will be billed to the responsible party as we receive them from the host university.

1. Griffith University
Students studying at the Queensland Conservatorium will receive an additional bill of approximately $980.

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2. University of Melbourne
Program participants housed in one of the residential colleges will receive a separate bill of $2,000-$2,500 per semester for the additional cost of the housing services and meals. Students enrolling in Victoria College of the Arts will be required to provide their own materials, which may cost AU$1,000-$4,000 per year.

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3. Murdoch University
Students who choose to go on the optional Northwest trip should plan to bring an additional approximate $850 (AU$900) to cover the cost of this trip.

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4. University of New South Wales
Program participants housed in University Village will receive a separate bill of approximately $650 per semester for the additional cost of the housing services. Participants housed in residential colleges will receive a separate bill of $1,400-$1,700 per semester for the additional cost of the housing services and meals. UNSW charges higher tuition for lab courses. Students enrolled in these courses will receive an additional bill for approximately $1,000 per semester.

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5. University of Queensland
Program participants housed in Emmanuel College will receive a separate bill of $2,300-$2,500, and participants housed in St. John's College will receive a separate bill of approximately $1,600 per semester for the additional cost of the housing services and meals.

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6. University of Sydney
Program participants housed in one of the residential colleges will receive a separate bill of $1,300-$1,500 per semester for the additional cost of the housing services and meals. Students accepted to study at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music may be charged additional fees of approximately $950.

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7. University of Technology, Sydney
UTS charges supplemental tuition of approximately $400 for certain journalism and media arts subjects.


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Study in Perth | Studying Abroad in Australia | IFSA-Butler

1.6 million
State of Western AustraliaMore hours of sunshine than any other capital city in AustraliaA relaxed but sophisticated lifestyleMany historical parks and gardens, green open spaces with public art and water featuresA large shopping district with a wide variety of cafes, restaurants, upscale boutiques, department stores, authentic Australian merchandise and duty-free shops


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Take a cruise up the Swan River to the wineriesCycle on routes around the city, and to Fremantle and the beachMeet the dolphins at Monkey Mia in the Shark Bay World Heritage AreaSnorkel in the Ningaloo Reef, home to some 500 species of fishHike the spectacular gorges of Karijini National Park


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Study Abroad in Townsville | Study in Australia | IFSA-Butler

City features
• The capital of North Queensland and a center for trade, government, health and education
• Located just 20 minutes from the coast and close to the mountains of North Queensland
• Offers access to both land and sea attractions

Do more!
• Take the four-hour scenic coastal drive between Townsville and Cairns
• Go bushwalking, skydiving, fishing, jet skiing or picnicking on the Strand, Australia’s best urban beachfront
• Visit Magnetic Island with its national parks and wild koala population, just a 25-minute ferry ride from the center of town
• Explore Paluma, a village in the rainforest only an hour’s drive north of Townsville
• Visit Castle Hill, offering superb views of Townsville
• Explore Billabong Sanctuary to cuddle a koala or feed kangaroo
• Try scuba diving, snorkeling and whitewater rafting

Links
Townsville Online
Great Barrier Reef
Magnetic Island
Destination Queensland
Paluma
Townsville News
Queensland Sunzine


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Friday, June 28, 2013

Study Abroad in Lismore | Study in Australia | IFSA Butler

45,000
State of New South Wales, in southeast AustraliaCity features
• A university town a with a relaxed but cosmopolitan attitude
• Located in a renowned ecotourism destination
• A variety of festivals, performing arts and an especially good music scene
• A sports town, with an outstanding facility for major events at Oakes Oval, dozens of playing fields and courts, several gyms, horse and greyhound racing tracks, and a popular motor speedway

Do more!
• Head to Broadwater National Park, about 30 minutes away, for swimming, fishing and bushwalking
• Surf or whale-watch at bohemian Byron Bay, just 25 miles from Lismore
• See Aboriginal sites at Bundjalung National Park and some of the best coastal scenery in the area
• Surf, swim or walk the Gold Coast’s incredible beaches, 90 minutes away

Links
Lismore Tourism
Northern New South Wales
Lismore City Council
Lismore News


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Study Abroad | Wollongong University - Australia | IFSA Butler

410,000
State of New South Wales, in southeast AustraliaCity features
• A thriving industrial and commercial center that combines big-city benefits with small-city charm
• Stunning ocean views and great surfing beaches just a short stroll from the city center
• Art galleries, a science center and an acclaimed botanical garden
• Modern pedestrian shopping malls, a performing arts center, an entertainment center and a wide choice of restaurants, cafes and bars
• Home of the Nan Tien Buddhist Temple, the largest in the Southern Hemisphere
• Top sport and recreation facilities and National League teams, including Illawarra Flame (baseball), St. George lllawarra Dragons (rugby) and Illawarra Hawks (basketball)

Do more!
• Go bushwalking, horseback riding and hang gliding in the nearby Illawarra Escarpment, home of lush flora and unusual wildlife
• Hike, cycle or drive through the incredible natural diversity of the Royal National Park, the world’s second oldest national park (after Yellowstone)
• Visit the endless attractions of Sydney, just 70 minutes away by train

Links
Wollongong Net
Wollongong Visitor Information
Tourism Wollongong
Wollongong News


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Study Abroad in Launceston | Study in Australia | IFSA Butler

95,000
State of Tasmania, south of the mainlandCity features
• At the head of the picturesque Tamar River, one of Australia's oldest cities with many historical buildings and sights
• Access to outdoor recreation, with beaches, rivers and wilderness all within easy driving distance
• Pubs, clubs, restaurants and sporting venues
• The Silverdome indoor sporting and entertainment venue and a new professional Australian Rules Football stadium

Do more!
• Visit Bruny Island for gorgeous seascapes, great bushwalking and the chance to see fairy penguins
• Walk just 15 minutes to Cataract Gorge for breathtaking views, the longest single-span chairlift in the world and concerts at the Cataract Gorge Reserve’s outdoor amphitheater
• Take advantage of Tasmania’s spectacular scener and some of the world’s greatest rock climbing, whitewater rafting and fly fishing

Links
Discover Launceston
Bruny Island
Discover Tasmania
Tasmania Travel Guide
Tasmania Online
Tasmania News


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Thursday, June 27, 2013

Study in Melbourne | Australia Study Abroad Program | IFSA Butler

4 million
State of Victoria, on the southeast edge of AustraliaCity features
• Known as the “World’s Most Livable City”
• A great combination of ultramodern development and 19th-century architecture
• The arts capital of Australia, with theatres, concert venues, galleries and arts events, and a thriving local music scene
• World class sporting teams and events, including Aussie Rules football, the Melbourne Cup (horse racing), the Australian Masters (golf) and the Australian Grand Prix (Formula One racing)

Do more!
• Sun and swim at great beaches just outside the city
• Drive the Great Ocean Road from Melbourne to Adelaide, one of the most beautiful drives in all of Australia
• Walk the trails of Mornington Peninsula National Park for magnificent views of seascapes

Links
City of Melbourne
CitySearch Melbourne
Melbourne.com
Visit Victoria
VICNET-Victoria's Community Network
Melbourne and Victoria News


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