Australia: Newcastle Semester

The University of Newcastle in New South Wales

Newcastle offers many usual city advantages, such as restaurants, cafes, parks and gardens, theaters, art galleries, shopping centers, and nightclubs. Less than an hour away to the north is the impressive harbor of Port Stephens, a popular center for big game fishing, sailing, surfing, and sail boarding. The University of Newcastle at Callaghan boasts one of the best campuses in Australia. Its three hundred acres of natural brush land, complete with Australian wildlife at the city's edge, offers peace and quiet, the perfect prerequisite for successful study.

Course Offerings

A semester at the University of Newcastle runs fourteen weeks. Students are able to choose from the full range of courses in Architecture, Art and Design, Arts and Social Science, Economics and Music, Nursing and Science and Mathematics. The usual full-time academic load for undergraduate students is 16 semester-hours and a study abroad student must enroll for a minimum of 12 semester hours. Major areas of study include Architecture, Building and Design, Arts, Business, Economics and Commerce, Education, Engineering, Law, Medicine and Health Sciences, Physical Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Nursing and Midwifery, Social Sciences, Mathematics, Politics, Tourism, Electrical Engineering, Environmental & Life Sciences, Computer Science, Drama, Fine Art and Psychology.

Course link:  www.newcastle.edu.au/course/

Academic Highlights

Newcastle is a young, dynamic university that provides an exceptional education. It is the perfect place to grow – academically, professionally and personally. The University of Newcastle is a progressive, comprehensive university with an international focus and a research reputation which is recognized globally. The University takes great pride in the quality of their teaching and research. Newcastle is particularly recognized for its strength in the professions, including medicine, engineering, teaching, architecture, law, psychology, nursing and health.

 

Student Life

The Student Union organizes many of the University's important social and cultural events. The Sports Union offers a variety of recreational activities, from hang-gliding, mountaineering, surfing, and snow skiing to archery, fencing, and the martial arts. Courses are available in sports such as scuba diving, golf and weight training. The University boasts exceptional sporting facilities including a large multi-purpose sporting complex, featuring an indoor Olympic-standard swimming pool, a rock climbing wall, gymnasium and weight training room. Other sporting facilities at Callaghan campus include seven squash courts, a tennis complex, sports shop, five playing ovals, basketball, and volleyball courts. Wollatuka, the Aboriginal Studies Center, has several field trips, which are open to international students. Central to student life on campus is the University Union, which boasts more than 20,000 members. The Union organizes many of the University's important social and cultural events.

Newcastle Video

Housing

The University of Newcastle recognizes the importance of secure, affordable and comfortable accommodations and operates a range of free and confidential services to assist you in your search. The University offers four halls of residence at its Callaghan campus. All accomodations offer a range of social, cultural and sporting opportunities in an environment conducive to study and academic achievement. Students who choose to live off-campus may work through the International Student Support office to find accommodations.(see off-campus accomodations below) The Student Support office maintains an interactive database of current accommodations and will help you locate a house or unit.

HOUSING: On-campus room costs depend on housing choice and are paid directly to Newcastle. Students will not be permitted to enter campus housing until the accommodation fee is paid in full. Students may not receive an invoice for accommodations.

**Due to limited on-campus housing: students MUST consider both options listed below.

 

 

 Fall 2013: On-campus Accommodations have filled.  Students planning on participating should follow directions for securing off-campus housing.

 

 

On-Campus Accommodation: Students who wish to live on-campus:  it is strongly recommended that they apply early and follow the steps at the following link. http://www.newcastle.edu.au/service/accommodation/on-campus/. Applying early does not guarantee housing on campus. When filling out the on-line application form international students do not require a”UAC Number.”The 'Student Number' is the reference number on the Letter of Offer which students receive after the application is reviewed.

 

For further advice please contact: oncampusaccommodation@newcastle.edu.au.

 

             On campus housing is limited. 

• Barahineban: has 96 studio apartments which can be configured into single, double(for couples) or twin(for friends)occupancy. They are self contained incorting a private kithenette, ensuite and study area.
• Edwards Hall: can house a grand total of 383 residents. 298 of these are main hall rooms with catering and 85 are self catered beds in unit style buildings.
• Internaitonal House: unique in that it has a higher ratio of international to domestic students.  226 residents meet a wide range of people from from diverse nationalities.
• Evatt House: living in one of the 211 rooms has many advantages, not least of which it has the shortest walk to lecture rooms. Rooms are configured in 5,6, or 10 bedroom units.

  Off-Campus Accommodation:  http://www.newcastle.edu.au/service/accommodation/off-campus/index.html    A interactive database of current accommodations and will help you find a house or unit, as well as provide you with other important information. University of Newcastle , St. Bonaventure University and Truman State University do not bear any responsibility for students living off-campus and will not intervene in student-landlord arrangements.

For further advice please contact: OffCampusAccommodation@newcastle.edu.au

 

Alumni Feedback

"Exploring new opportunities and facing and overcoming new challenges. Meeting many amazing people from all over the world."
- Shanna Stosak

"Traveling around was amazing. Swimming on the Great Barrier Reef was the most rewarding experience."
- Bethany Thibault

 

Duration

Spring Semester dates: February 24-June 27, 2014

Fall Semester dates: July 29-November 29, 2013 and July 21-Nov. 28, 2014

 

Application Deadline(s)

Fall: May 31
Spring: November 1

Eligibility Requirements

Interested students should have at least sophomore standing and a GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale or higher.

Costs

$9,407(CCIS member)

$9,707 (non-CCIS member)

Costs Included

Instructional Costs, CCIS and Sponsor fees, CISI and OSHC Insurance

Costs Not Included

Estimated:  Airfare ($2,500), room and board ($4,500-7000), books ($250), passport ($125), visa ($600), Personal Expenses ($2,500)

(*Please note: Total program cost will vary depending on individual’s choice of housing, meal plan, and other choices that are personal preference.) 

Entry Requirements

Truman requires a $350 non-refundable deposit at the time of acceptance, this amount will be deducted from the total fees.

All costs, fees, and dates are subject to change without notification. Please contact the appropriate individual to verify all costs, fees, and dates for this program.

Related Links

• Wikipedia Newcastle, NSW, Australia

 

Submit Application Materials To Alice Sayegh or Alci Craig:

PLEASE SELECT JUST ONE OF THE BELOW LISTED PROGRAM SPONSORS. DO NOT SEND APPLICATIONS TO BOTH SPONSORS 

Program Sponsor #1:

Alci Craig, Assistant Director

Truman State University
Center for International Education Abroad
Kirk Building 114
Kirksville, MO 63501
(660) 785-4076
(660) 785-7473 (Fax)
alcidean@truman.edu

To download, right click on the application or recommendation form and click "save as", then save the form to your desktop or downloads. Once you have completed your form, SAVE IT FIRST!!!! DO NOT CLICK "SUBMIT" until you have SAVED your form or the recipient will receive a BLANK form. Once you have saved it, click "submit" and THEN email your completed form as an attachment to the contact email address associated with the program in which you are applying. If for some reason you do not see the email address pop up when you click "submit", then email the application to the program sponsor listed here on this page.

YOU MUST NOTIFY YOUR HOME INSTITUTIONS' STUDY ABROAD OFFICE OR ADVISOR OF YOUR INTENTIONS AND ALSO PROVIDE THEM WITH A COPY OF YOUR APPLICATION. 

CCIS Online Application & Instructions

CCIS Online Student Recommendation

(Students: DO NOT send the recommendation form to your evaluators as an attachment. Please only send the page URL. The student recommendation form can be found under the "Apply Now" tab.)

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Program Sponsor #2:

Alice Sayegh, Director

International Studies
St. Bonaventure University
Reilly Center 221B
St. Bonaventure, NY 14778
(716) 375-2574
(716) 375-7882 (Fax)
asayegh@sbu.edu

To download, right click on the application or recommendation form and click "save as", then save the form to your desktop or downloads. Once you have completed your form, SAVE IT FIRST!!!! DO NOT CLICK "SUBMIT" until you have SAVED your form or the recipient will receive a BLANK form. Once you have saved it, click "submit" and THEN email your completed form as an attachment to the contact email address associated with the program in which you are applying. If for some reason you do not see the email address pop up when you click "submit", then email the application to the program sponsor listed here on this page.

YOU MUST NOTIFY YOUR HOME INSTITUTIONS' STUDY ABROAD OFFICE OR ADVISOR OF YOUR INTENTIONS AND ALSO PROVIDE THEM WITH A COPY OF YOUR APPLICATION. 

CCIS Online Application & Instructions

CCIS Online Student Recommendation

(Students: DO NOT send the recommendation form to your evaluators as an attachment. Please only send the page URL. The student recommendation form can be found under the "Apply Now" tab.)

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All costs, fees, and dates are subject to change without notification. Please contact the appropriate individual to verify all costs, fees, and dates for this program.