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GlobaLinks Learning Abroad: Australian Experience - Environmental Issues

Location: Australia: Gold Coast

Term: Summer, Winter

Dates: January or Summer - See website

http://www.globalinksabroad.org/

12050 N Pecos Street, Suite 320 Westminster, CO 80234 United States

Call Us

Phone: 1-800-980-0033

Fax: (303) 446-5955

Description

Study abroad in Australia with GlobaLinks Learning Abroad, formerly known as AustraLearn. Durng the Australian Experience - Environmental Issues coursee, students will look closely at the flora and fauna and special ecological issues presented by the spectacular coastal, marine, and rainforest parks of eastern Queensland. Students will visit many places of interest along the Queensland coast, including the Great Barrier Reef.

The course objectives are to provide an overview of:

* The physical and social geography, the climate, and other key environmental factors facing plant, animal, and human life in Australia's tropical and sub-tropical coastal and forest areas
* A number of key ecological issues facing land animal populations and marine life on the eastern Australian coast
* Theoretical impact of the demands of the modern economy, primarily tourist activities

Highlights

* Located on the stunning Gold Coast, with a mix of lectures and class work along with local beach and rainforest excursions.
* Explore the spectacular Queensland Coast through two multi-day field trips to Fraser Island and Lady Elliot Island on the Great Barrier Reef.
* Learn from and travel with the professors and staff from Bond University's Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, renowned experts in their fields.
* All GlobaLinks Learning Abroad students will receive a 750 AUD grant upon arrival in Australia

Cost in US$:

See GlobaLinks Learning Abroad website

Cost Includes:

Cost Include Description:

Program fees include tuition, all lectures, official transcript, university administrative fees, health insurance, ISIC Basic card, domestic travel within Australia, accommodations, most meals, use of wet suit during the course, field trips, and excursions. Fees include all pre-trip services such as: orientation materials, visa assistance, housing placements, personal advising, liaise with your home university, credit transfer assistance, and financial aid services. International airfare and some meals are an additional cost, along with personal expenses and excursions.

Credit Available

no

Experience Required

yes

    At least one year of college/university study is required.
This Program is open to

American, Canadian Participant.

Typical Living Arrangements
  • Apartment/Flat
  • Group living

Participants Travel to Australia

in Groups

Application Process Involves
  • Letters of Reference
  • Online Application plus Application Assessment
  • Other
  • Transcript
  • Written Application
Post Services Include
  • Alumni Network
GlobaLinks Learning Abroad's Mission Statement

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad has over 20 years of experience working within the field of international education serving both students and advisors throughout North America. As a leader in the field known for high-quality, full service programs with excellent value, GlobaLinks Learning Abroad can help you achieve your education abroad program goals.

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