Australia

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA

This exchange program is sponsored by SDSU Department of Exercise and Nutrition. Contact studyabroad@sdsu.edu at the International Student Center for more information

Location: Adelaide
Population: 1,500,000
Language of instruction: English
Semester or Academic Year exchanges

University of South Australia Website
Course Descriptions

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Profile

Teaching and learning programs of the highest quality, graduates ready to take their place as professionals in the work force, research of national and international repute, and a commitment to serve the broader community - these are the distinctive characteristics of the University of South Australia. The largest university in South Australia, with over 25,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students on six campuses, the University of South Australia is a resource for the whole State. And the University's influence reaches outside South Australia, to other parts of the country, the Asia-Pacific region and beyond. The University of South Australia contributes at all levels to the social, intellectual, economic and cultural development of the community. Teaching and research are constantly enhanced by the University's close working links with industry, the professions, business and government. University of South Australia graduates become significant contributors to their chosen professions - people who are instrumental in reshaping the nature of contemporary Australian and regional society

Locale

South Australia, the festival state of Australia, is about the same size as the state of Texas, or of France, Spain and Portugal combined. It is a state of contrasting physical environments, from the ruggedly beautiful Flinders Ranges in the north to the rich farmlands of the South East. The Murray River is South Australia's lifeblood, dissecting the state as it courses its way to the river mouth south of Adelaide. South Australia is internationally renowned for its wines. They are produced from the vineyards of the Barossa Valley, the Clare Valley, the Southern Vales and the Coonawarra. South Australia is a state of innovation and dynamic development. It attracts investment from international and Australian companies involved in all areas of industry. It is Australia's manufacturing center for both the automobile industry and defense research, and leads the country in laser technology, silicon chip design and medical research. South Australia's economy is well boosted by its wealth of underground natural resources. The State's mining industry has long thrived on the deposits found in the Coober Pedy opal fields, Leigh Creek coal fields, uranium, copper and gold deposits of Roxby Downs and the gas fields of Moomba. South Australia, Australia's third largest State by area, has a population of just over 1.5 million. Time: Central Standard time is 9.5 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time.

Divisions

Below are some general areas that are available for your semester of study: Aboriginal Studies, Accounting, Architecture, Australian Studies, Biology, Building Studies, Business, Ceramics & Glass Design, Chemistry, Children's Literature, Communication Studies, Computer Science, Economics, Education, English Literature, Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Exercise & Sport Science, Finance & Banking, Geography, Graphic Design & Illustration, History, Indonesian & Malaysian Studies, Industrial Design, Italian Studies, Italian Studies, Journalism, Library & Information Studies, Management, Mathematics & Statistics, Graphic, Media Studies, Music, Nursing, Park Management, Philosophy, Physical Education, Planning (Urban & Regional), Psychology, Recreation Planning & Management, Religious Studies, Science & Math Education, Social Work, Sociology, Visual Arts, Welfare.

Academic Notes

The University of South Australia has a distinguished reputation for the quality of its teaching, the high standards of its graduates and the international importance of its research programs. Success in a range of advanced scientific, engineering and health fields and close links with industry in research of importance to the Australian economy, all help place the University in the first rank of national centers of tertiary education. Strong working links with industry, government and the community, keep undergraduate and postgraduate programs relevant to the changing needs of the work force. Our courses introduce students to the contemporary knowledge of their field, current work practices and state of the art technology. Studying at the University of South Australia you will gain first hand knowledge of the university's strengths in educating professionals, applying knowledge and serving the community. You will have the opportunity to work in the community, and/or get to know the environment in field based units/courses (in addition to campus based units/courses). Previous students have chosen field work/experience of various kinds - ecology field trips, Aboriginal community studies, recreation planning adventures, physical education skills training, community agency placements, and cultural visits and research. Whichever academic profile you choose you will enjoy a productive and worthwhile experience.

Room and Board

On your arrival you will be housed in temporary accommodation in a private dormitory style residence with shared facilities for your first two or three weeks at minimal cost. During this time you can decide which type of accommodation most appeals to you for the remainder of your stay. There are several options: Apartment/Units - (Sharing with friends) or University Student Residences - (off-campus). For more details click here.

Exchange Dates

Mid-February to early July or mid-July to November 1.