The Study Abroad Program is designed for international students wishing to undertake only one or two semesters of study at ACU National.
For information on longer periods of study in Australia, visit our International Students index.
There are three ways a student may undertake Study Abroad Programs at ACU National.
Option 1 - Scheduled Units
This study option is made up of subjects units that are also available to Australian students.
Each unit lasts one semester (12 weeks). Four units per semester is a normal full-time load for an Australian undergraduate student, and Study Abroad students may also take up to this amount.
All international students (including Study Abroad) must enrol in at least 3 units (ie minimum 30 credit points) in order to meet student visa requirements.c
The areas which usually appeal to Study Abroad students are:
* Aboriginal Studies.
* Asian Studies.
* Australian Studies (specific courses include art, culture, drama, fauna, history, literature, music, politics, religion, sociology).
* Environmental Science.
* Visual and Performing Arts.
Please note that some units may have pre-requisites. Also note that not all units are available in each semester, and applicants will be advised in the "Letter of Offer" which units they have been accepted into.
Study Abroad students may undertake any other units that are also available to local students (if approved by their academic supervisors), provided pre-requisites are met.
As there are too many to provide descriptions here, please refer to the University handbooks, copies of which are available from either your academic advisor, Australian diplomatic posts, IDP Education Australia offices, Australian Education Centres, the ACU National website for full subject descriptions (http://www.acu.edu.au) or the Australian Education Office in Washington D.C.
Other scheduled units available to Study Abroad students:
* Aboriginal Education
* Accounting
* Asian Studies
* Australian Studies
* Behavioural Science
* Business
* Computing
* Drama
* Economics
* English
* Environmental
* Science
* Education
* Exercise Science Family Studies
* Finance
* Geography
* Habilitation
* History
* Information Systems
* Italian
* Japanese
* Literature/Drama Media
* Music
* Nursing
* Pastoral Studies
* Philosophy
* Psychology
* Science Studies
* Social Work
* Sociology
* Sports Coaching
* Sports Science
* The Sydney Semester: Studies in Australian Environment, Culture and Society
* Theological Studies
* Theology
* Women's Studies
* Visual Arts
Option 2 - Summer/Winter Schools
The second Study Abroad option is based on special programs designed specifically for overseas students, usually scheduled during in the Australian semester breaks of January to February (summer) or June to July (winter).
These courses may incorporate experiential and reflective learning through fieldwork, as well as lectures, and workshop-style interaction. Travel and accommodation for the field trips are arranged in advance.
Although only short in duration these intensive courses attract credit for at least one unit, ie. one quarter of a semester load.
Example programs include:
* Australian Culture and History - includes field trips to the coast, Sydney and Canberra.
* Aboriginal Studies - covering education and cross-cultural communication.
* Educational Leadership - for teachers, administrators and church officials seeking formal studies to enhance their practical experience in educational leadership roles.
* Visual and Performing Arts Packages for Primary School teachers - Drama/Dance/Media/Music/Art and Design.
* ORFF Music Camp - to deepen appreciation and knowledge of music and rhythm.
* Pastoral Counselling and cross-cultural Psychology.
* Visual Arts Camp - includes involvement of established Australian artists and visits to galleries.
* Trips to Australian nature reserves (e.g, Carnarvon Gorge or The Great Barrier Reef) to explore, observe and sketch Australian landscapes and Aboriginal sites.
Option 3 - Internship/Field Experience
This option is available for student teachers, psychologists, sociologists, sports trainers and sports administrators, social workers and counsellors.
Field experience is often dependent on factors outside the University's control.
Mixed program
Students may choose to take a mixed program of Summer or Winter schools, at the end or the beginning of undertaking a semester of scheduled units.
More about the Study Abroad Program
For more information about the Study Abroad Program, visit the following sections:
* Study Abroad Student Guide
* International Internships
* English Language Requirements
* Fees and Living Costs
* How to Apply
Other international student information
* Studying in Australia
* About ACU National
* Campuses
* Academic Calendar
* FAQs
* University handbooks
You can also contact the Study Abroad office:
INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION OFFICE
ACU National
115 Victoria Avenue
Locked Bag 4115 DC
Fitzroy VIC 3065 Australia
Telephone: ISD + 61 + 3 9953 3074
Facsimile: ISD + 61 + 3 9953 3005
Email: studyabroad@acu.edu.au