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Study Opportunities
Sunshine Coast, Australia
assessments required to complete a Diploma. The
courses have the same assessment requirements as if
you study the courses via the Study Abroad program.
• You can complete a Diploma in only one semester
(4 courses) if you have completed at least one
semester of your home degree. USC credits 30
ECTS of your completed modules towards the
Diploma.
USC offers the following Diploma Programs:
− Diploma in Business
WHY STUDY AT USC − Diploma in Communication
• Five-star teaching quality, graduate − Diploma in General Studies
satisfaction, student support, learning − Diploma in Social Science
resources and skill development* − Diploma in Sport and Fitness
• Personal attention and academic support
BENEFITS OF COMPLETING A DIPLOMA
• Small class sizes
OR DEGREE INSTEAD OF STUDY ABROAD
• Enjoyable and relaxing learning
environment on a modern Australian • You will receive an Australian university
campus qualification certificate additionally to the
• Easy application process and online academic transcript
course enrolment • You can participate in a completion ceremony at
• Study Abroad on the undergraduate or the end of the program and wear the graduation
postgraduate level robe
• Opportunity to obtain a USC Diploma or • You will receive discounts on public transport
Degree in a short period of time with All the above benefits are currently not available to
recognition of prior learning Study Abroad enrolled students as Study Abroad is a
• Quality lifestyle in a safe environment non-award program.
• 10 km from sandy beaches and 90 km
from Brisbane
USC BACHELOR OR MASTER DEGREE
* Source: Good Universities Guide 2018 You can also consider completing a Bachelor or
Master degree in a short period of time. With full
STUDY ABROAD PROGRAM credit transfer you could complete a Bachelor in two
semesters or a Master degree in only one semester.
The Study Abroad Program offers you the chance to For more information and details on how to
study 3 or 4 courses at USC for one semester and earn apply please contact USC International.
credit towards your home degree.
DIPLOMA PROGRAM
The Diploma is a great alternative to the Study Abroad
program as you can complete an Australian
qualification. The courses you can study are similar to
Study Abroad courses, are on the Bachelor level and in
different disciplines. There are no additional
USC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS HOW TO APPLY
Academic English language entry • USC has no application deadline for most of our
requirements requirements programs
Undergraduate: − USC accepts the • USC recommends submitting your application
− have successfully IELTS and TOEFL by November/December for semester 1
completed at least among other English (February - June) or May/June for semester 2
one semester of language proficiency (July - November)
study at a tests:
recognised tertiary USC’s English language • USC will consider and accept late applications if
institution (check requirements enough time remains for you to arrange the
with your home appropriate visa and flights, ensuring you will
institution − USC also accepts the reach USC in time for Orientation
regarding credit DAAD Certificate or • Please submit the following documents via your
transfer) a recommendation home university`s International Office:
Postgraduate: letter from your
university − Application form:
– please contact USC
confirming your o Study Abroad Program
International
language skills o Diploma Program
o Bachelor or Master Program
− Official certified academic transcript of all
completed studies (showing completed
WHAT COURSES (MODULES) CAN YOU STUDY?
courses with titles in English, grades and
• For Study Abroad select your courses here ECTS)
• Each course list is divided into semesters, − English language proficiency certificate
faculties and schools and contains: − Copy of passport
• Pre-approved courses – which do not require
our approval for enrolment APPLICATION PROCESS
• Courses requiring approval – some courses STEP 1: Submit the completed application form
have prerequisites and your eligibility must together with your supporting documents to your
be assessed before you can be approved for International Office at your home university.
enrolment in these courses Please ask the International Office to send us the
• The standard full-time enrolment for Study documents via email to study@usc.edu.au. If your
Abroad is three or four courses and for the home university sends us the documents, we will not
Diploma Program four courses per semester need to receive the hard copies via postal mail.
• For the Diploma visit the program website STEP 2: Within a few days you will receive a letter of
offer. Upon acceptance of the unconditional offer
• If you complete a Bachelor or Master Degree with and payment of the tuition fee online you will be
credit transfer, USC will provide you with issued with a Confirmation of Enrolment document
information regarding the courses you will need (eCoE). You will need the eCoE to apply for the
to complete. Student Visa.
• Course Credit value: all undergraduate courses STEP 3: You will receive an email with your login
are valued with 12 units which can be compared details which will allow you to enroll in courses
to 7.5 ECTS each online.
• After you completed your semester at USC we STEP 4: Before semester start Student Services will
will send the official academic transcript of send you an e-mail regarding ‘Orientation week’ and
grades to your home institution how to get prepared for your studies at USC.
• If you complete a Diploma or Degree you will also STEP 5: Book your flights and accommodation.
receive an award certificate.
SUPPORT SERVICES IMPORTANT DATES
Academic calendar dates are subject to change, please
• USC International
check semester dates.
• Student Services and Engagement and Student
Wellbeing: Offer academic skills services, Semester 1, 2019 25 February – 21 June
counselling service, accommodation assistance, 18 – 22 February Orientation week
and many more services free of charge. We
25 February Classes commence
recommend you to join our workshops to learn
about academic writing, Harvard style 15 - 19 April Mid-semester break
referencing and writing Business Reports or 10 – 21 June Exam period
Essays. USC also offers a free English for
Academic Study program (4 weeks for students Semester 2, 2019 22 July – 15 November
from non-English speaking backgrounds)
15 – 19 July Orientation week
• Support for career development
22 July Classes commence
• Student Guild
23 -27 September Mid-semester break
04 -15 November Exam period
VISA REQUIREMENTS
Student Visa Working Holiday Visa
German citizens can This visa allows you to:
apply for their Student − stay in Australia for
Visa using the online up to 12 months
or e-visa service − work in Australia,
− Online or e-visa generally for up to
service takes six months with each
usually three employer
working days − study for up to four
− Paper applications months (the USC
can take 4-6 weeks study program is 16 Alexander Kaufeld,
HS Flensburg,
− Work in Australia weeks in duration)
Double Bachelor Degree Program
up to 20 hours per − leave and re-enter
week while you Australia any The USC campus itself is very modern and overall gives of a very
study relaxing vibe, not just perfect for studying but also great for the
number of times
much-needed breaks from studying where you can either just
− Please note OSHC while the visa is valid relax for a bit out in nature and watch the kangaroos or meet
insurance cover − Applicants can your friends in one of the many cafés and just socialise a little.
from an Australian obtain their own The lectures at USC are very well structured and the facilities like
insurance provider travel insurance lecture theatres and computer labs are also very modern and
for this type of offer easy 24-hour-access. Since most of the lectures are being
visa is required. recorded and can later be viewed online you have some leeway
to study in a way that fits you the best. The tuts are usually held
in small groups and have a very laid-back atmosphere. The tutors
Please refer to www.homeaffairs.gov.au for up to date are very friendly and eager to support you with your efforts to
information as changes can occur. Processing times successfully graduate classes. The teaching staff does in general
and requirements can differ according to nationality. engage with you on eye level.
What are you still waiting for? Sign up for your studies at USC,
start the adventure of your lifetime and make memories that
you will still be talking about when you have grandchildren.
For more student stories, please visit the USC
International Student Blog
uscinternational.wordpress.com
FEES, STUDY AND LIVING COST
Study fees for 2019* Course related costs Living costs
- Study Abroad Undergraduate Textbooks: new textbooks can USC suggests A$360 per week
A$11,000 per semester be quite expensive, but second- covering rent, food, public
- Study Abroad Postgraduate hand books are available at the transport and other costs
A$13,300 per semester Student Guild hub. Or search for (depending on personal
second hand books on Gumtree, lifestyle)
- Diploma A$11,000 per semester the Co-op book store on
- Bachelor Degree from A$11,600 per campus, on Facebook or On-campus accommodation
semester StudentVIP. Of course, you can between A$180-A$225 (per
- Master Degree A$13,300 per also borrow them at the library. week)
semester
Students who are enrolled at the USC partner Student Services and Amenities Off-campus accommodation
university and submit their applications via fee free of charge between A$120-A$180 (per
their International Office will receive a 15% week)
partial scholarship on the above tuition fees by
USC.
OSHC Additional material: only applies
OSHC is compulsory for all students who study in to students who study Science
Australia on a Student Visa. You can find further related courses – laboratory
details at: www.oshcallianzassistance.com.au coats or design students A$60-
• OSHC cover is not required for students with
100 per semester
Working Holiday Visa
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
The Bundesausbildungsförderungsgesetz (BAFöG), different foundations and DAAD offers stipends for German
students studying overseas
Bundesausbildungsförderungsgesetz (BAFöG) Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst
(DAAD)
Auslandsbafög DAAD Stipends NEW
Bafög offers financial support for German students, Funding for students from University of Applied
i.e. 1,000 Euro travel costs, up to 4,600 Euro towards Sciences in Germany for their semester abroad. For
tuition fees and up to 650 Euro per month for living more information please visit the DAAD Website
costs. (Please note that students who are not eligible forhere:
Inlandsbafög may still be able to receive Auslandsbafög.) https://www.daad.de/ausland/studieren/stipendiu
For more information please visit the Auslandsbafög m/de/70-stipendien-finden-und-
website. bewerben/?status=&target=&subjectGrps=&daad=&
q=&page=1&detail=57478124
Stipendien
There are a number of organisations in Germany which DAAD Jahresstipendium – 1 year Scholarship - once
offer a range of stipends. Find out more here: per education period (Bachelor, Master, PhD)
studieren.de/stipendien For more information click: Scholarships
Please also contact your International Office for
funding options.
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS TAKE A USC CAMPUS TOUR
ON-CAMPUS Get to know the
Student Accommodation is located just a few beautiful Sunshine
minutes’ walk from campus and includes facilities Coast campus by
such as swimming pools, tennis court, games rooms joining Andre and
discover the interesting
and barbeques. More information can be found on
study options offered
the homepages of the following Accommodation
at USC.
providers:
• UniCentral USC INTERNATIONAL CAMPUS TOUR 2018
• Varsity Apartments
• The Village BE PART OF OUR COMMUNITY
CLUBS AND EVENTS
• Join a club or society to become part of the local
community
• USC and the Sunshine Coast has many clubs and
societies that offer extra-curricular activities such
as: clubs at USC including USC Activate, USC
Student Guild, Active minds, Humans of USC
• Clubs on the Sunshine Coast
Local Clubs include Alexandra Headland Surf Life
Saving Club, The Surf Club Mooloolaba, Sunshine
OFF-CAMPUS Coast Clippers Basketball, Buderim Indoor Sports
• Homestay: stay with a local family Centre, Maroochy Squash Courts, Kawana Boxing
Club and CrossFit Maroochydore.
• Rent a flat, apartment or a room in Sippy Downs,
Buderim, Mooloolaba, Alexandra Headland,
Maroochydore or Kawana
• More information can be found here:
Easy roommate, Gumtree, Flatmates or RealEstate
FACILITIES AT USC
• Sporting facilities (swimming pool, gym, indoor
sports stadium, athletics track, playing fields)
EVENTS
• Social sport (Volleyball, Soccer, Basketball,
• Festivals: Maroochy Music and Visual Arts Festival,
Badminton)
Noosa Craft Beer Festival, Noosa Jazz Festival,
• Uni Club Woodfork Folk Festival
• Sporting events: Noosa Triathlon, Mooloolaba
Triathlon, Sunshine Coast Marathon, Paddle in
Pink, Kawana Aquathon
• Markets: Eumundi market, Noosa Farmer Market,
Peregian Beach Market, Cotton Tree Market,
Caloundra Street Fair
• Shows: Nambour Showgrounds, Mooloolaba
Christmas Lights Boat Parade, Maleny Wood Expo
• More information on Sunshine Coast Events
LOCATION
UNIVERSITY OF THE SUNSHINE COAST
The USC Sippy Downs campus is located in a new
education precinct close to shopping, banks, medical
services, parklands, national parks and much more.
The campus is 10 km from the beach side and most
coastal townships, which can be easily reached by
public bus within 15 minutes.
• The campus is on the edge of the Mooloolah
River National Park and is home to kangaroos
and a variety of distinctive Australian flora and
fauna
Mooloolaba Beach
USC INTERNATIONAL ON FACEBOOK,
YOUTUBE AND INSTAGRAM
• Like USC International on Facebook
Brisbane
Fraser Skyline
Island Rainforest www.facebook.com/USCInternational
• Watch Videos about Student Life at USC
www.youtube.com/unisunshinecoast
• USC International Student Blog
uscinternational.wordpress.com
• Follow us on Instagram @usc.international
TAKE A VIRTUAL USC 360-DEGREE TOUR
• www.usc.edu.au/tour
• The Sunshine Coast is 90 km north of Brisbane.
The train takes approx. 1.5 – 2 hrs from the Coast
to Brisbane’s CBD Contact us
For information about any of the programs
• Fly to Sydney in 1.15hrs, Adelaide or Melbourne and how to apply please contact:
in 2.25hrs from the Sunshine Coast Airport.
USC International
• About 350,000 people live on the Sunshine Coast
University of the Sunshine Coast
• Relaxed lifestyle and mild climate all year Maroochydore DC QLD 4558
around. The average temperature in summer Australia
(December – February) is around 17-28 degrees Tel: +61 7 5430 2843
and in winter (June – August) it is 7-22 degrees Fax: +61 7 5430 2836
• The Sunshine Coast offers a variety of National
international@usc.edu.au
Parks, Surfing beaches, Restaurants, Cafes, Clubs
www.usc.edu.au/international
and much more.
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