University of ADELAIDE,

Destination is a sophisticated, modern and affordable place to live, work and study. The capital has all the hallmarks of a major urban center with modern and classical architecture, a bustling retail hub and a multi-cultural population. Adelaide is a great choice for a semester or year abroad because it has a great quality of life but its smaller size makes it more affordable and easier to navigate than bigger cities such as Sydney or . Traffic is rarely congested, people are relaxed and friendly, the air is clean and the skies are almost always clear. Adelaide is widely known as the 20-minute city: you can leave a lecture in the center of the city and still be at the beach or in the Adelaide Hills within half an hour. There are also plenty of festivals and events to keep you busy on weekends like, the of Arts andthe Adelaide Fringe. In Adelaide students can get the true Aussie experience. (Source: www.studyadelaide.com) Academic Calendar When can I go? Fall Semester, Spring Semester, or an Academic Year Program Costs Tuition Pace tuition plus a $200 special course fee and a $95 technology fee. Housing Paid directly to host institution. Varies by accommodation option. Health Insurance Approximately $215 for 6 months. Additional Expenses Flight, books and materials, personal expenses, additional travel, spending money, and any fees associated with the host institution are not included in tuition fee. How to Apply Email Email us at [email protected] to set up an informational meeting. In-Person Come by our office at One Pace Plaza, W-207 to set up an informational meeting. Application Deadlines Fall Semester: April 15; Spring Semester: November 15

Program Requirements Foreign Language None. English is the language of instruction. GPA 3.0 Visas Student visas are required. For US citizens the cost is approx. $600 including permission to work up to 20 hours per week. Students may stay in Australia 30 days after the program ends. For non-US citizens contact the Assistant Director of International Student Services, Mira Krasnov at [email protected]. Class Standing Students can study abroad as early as the first semester of their sophomore year.

A c a d e m i c s Subjects Students can take courses from any department within the university. Courses are available in the following departments: Math & Computer Science, Health Sciences, Humanities & Social Sciences, Sciences, and Professions (Business, Education, etc.)

Course Load For full-time status, students must take the equivalent of 12-18 Pace credits. University Life About the University The is the third oldest in Australia and consistently ranked in the top 1% of universities in the world. It features a beautiful campus with traditional sandstone buildings mixed with cutting-edge learning and research facilities.

Campus Life Life on campus at the University of Adelaide is friendly and relaxed making it easy to socialize and fit in. Orientation Week, held before the first week of school, is the perfect introduction to campus life. The Adelaide University Union, or AUU, offers a huge range of services and associations. No matter what your sport or other interests are, chances are there is a club or group to match! Finally, the large international student contingent means you can mix with students from your home country and others, and easily make new friends.

H o u s i n g Housing Types Dorms, apartments (no homestays available)

Additional Information The University of Adelaide Village offers fully equipped apartments with amenities such as internet, laundry, computer/study, and recreation rooms. Apartments vary from two to five bedrooms (approx. $1,085 per month). Co-residential dorms are also available. Most rooms are singles but some doubles are available. Three meals per day are usually provided. (approx. $1,300-2,170 per month)

Health Insurance

What do I need? It is mandatory for students to purchase Overseas Student Health Insurance for the Australian student visa. More information can be found here: www.uts.edu.au/international/exchange/coming/faq.html#insurance