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GlobaLinks Learning Abroad: The Australian Sporting Industry

Location: Australia: Cairns, Canberra and 2 other cities

Term: Summer

Dates: 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

In partnership with the University of Canberra, GlobaLinks Learning Abroad, formerly known as AustraLearn, offers a unique opportunity to explore the Australian sporting industry from both a professional and recreational perspective. The program, taught by staff from the University of Canberra's National Institute of Sports Studies (NISS@UC), combines different aspects of the sporting industry through an interactive learning experience. This includes technical components of training and coaching and how the Australian media influence the sporting culture. This course focuses on providing you with the opportunity to observe and participate in activities that combine both theoretical and practical knowledge of Australian sport.

Highlights

* Learn from sporting experts in Australia about the Australian sports system, sport as entertainment, Australian coaching principles, and marketing sport the Australian way.
* Experience life at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) a world class sporting facility where national and international athletes train.
* Athletes, trainers, coaches, and sports specialists from the AIS will lead sessions that include: nutrition, skill acquisition, recovery, and psychology.
* Experience three diverse locations within Australia: Melbourne, Canberra, and Cairns.
* Snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef.

Cost in US$:

See GlobaLinks Learning Abroad website

Cost Includes:

Cost Include Description:

Program fees include all domestic travel within Australia, health insurance, accommodations, most meals, all course materials, field trips, and excursions, tuition, host university administrative fees, ISIC Basic card, and airport reception. 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. The fees do not include International Airfare, some meals, along with personal spending money and excursions.

Credit Available

no

Experience Required

yes

    One year of college/university study is required.
This Program is open to

American, Canadian Participant.

Typical Living Arrangements
  • Group living

Application Process Involves
  • Letters of Reference
  • Online Application plus Application Assessment
  • 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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