STUDY ABROAD IN AUSTRALIA  

Summer Session I study abroad in Wollongong, Australia

 Program Dates: May 12th through June 20th

Does traveling, meeting new people and receiving class credit sound like a great way to spend your summer?  If so, then study abroad may be for you! 

When visiting Wollongong, you will be surprised how much there is available for you to see and do, and more importantly how easily accessible many of the local sights are from the University and your lodging! 

COURSES:  (Must enroll in at least 3 credit hours) - Students from Universities besides UNCW are welcome to join this program and receive academic credit towards their major!

PED 294:  A Cultural Perspective of Sport in Australia

The emphasis of this course is to provide the student with a basic understanding of the cultural implications of Sport in Australia.  We will look at the origin of Australian sport, its cultural attributes, and how it has become perceived as "a defining characteristic of national identity."  Our examination of the affects of sport on Australian culture will be augmented by excursions to the site of the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney and to the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), which has been regarded internationally as a world best practice model for elite athlete development.  The course is targeted toward all students who have an interest in understanding sport culture and NO PRIOR SPORT OR PHYSICAL ACTIVITY COURSEWORK IS REQUIRED.

REC 294:  Leisure and Tourism Study in Australia

The emphasis and focus of this course is to provide the student with a basic understanding of Australia's cultural impacts on leisure participation, with an additional focus on travel and tourism in Australia.  We will examine the economic, social, environmental, and cultural impacts of tourism on Australia and examine Australia's use of leisure and recreation activities to market and promote travel and tourism.  Students will learn not only in a traditional classroom setting, but also by participating in excursions to some of Australia's most popular tourist destinations, such as the Blue Mountains, Canberra - Australia's capital, Sydney, and other weekly excursions.  The course is structured for students interested in the recreation, leisure, or tourism industry and NO PRIOR PARKS AND RECREATION MANAGEMENT COURSES ARE REQUIRED.

Trips included with Program: Things to do while you visit Australia:
  • Weekend in Sydney
  • Dive the Great Barrier Reef
  • Blue Mountains National Park
  • Skydive from 14,000 ft. off the coast of Wollongong
  • Minamurra Falls and Rainforest
  • Take surf lessons with a guarantee to stand up
  • Australian Institute of Sport
  • Visit the Sydney Opera House
  • Trip to the capital - Canberra
  • Travel the Gold Coast
  • Visit to ANZ Stadium - 2000 Olympic Site
  • Hang glide over the Pacific Ocean
  • Visit to Sydney Aquarium
  • Visit the famous Australian Zoo
  • Visit to Symbio Animal Park
  • Travel to the west coast and experience Perth
  • Visit to traditional Australian Farm
  • Bike ride the coast of beautiful Wollongong

Cost

Estimated Program Fee: $3,000

Program Fee includes:  study abroad health insurance, shared accommodations with kitchen and small living are, welcome and farewell dinners, UNCW and UOW costs (honoraria, supplies, support charges, etc.) and excursions to:   Minamurra Rainforest, Blue Mountains National Park, Australian Institute of Sport,  weekend in Sydney, overnight stay Canberra, visit to Symbio Animal Park, visit to Sydney Aquarium, Sydney Harbor Cruise, Gledswood Historic Homestead for an Aussie BBQ, boomerang throwing and more, some ground transportation while in Australia.  

Additional Costs:   (not included in Program Fee):  Round trip flight from either Wilmington or other location, most meals (however accommodations include a kitchen to prepare meals to keep cost low),  UNCW tuition for 3 or 6 credits, entrance Visa, passport (if you do not already have), optional travel and local expenses.

Financial Aid and Scholarships

Federal and state financial aid may be applied toward this program.  Even if you are normally ineligible for financial aid, you should submit a financial aid application (FAFSA). You may find that you are eligible for additional funding.

UNCW students may also apply for a UNCW Summer Education Abroad Grant (for summer programs) and additional study abroad scholarships.  Grant applications and additional information are available at www.uncw.edu/intprogs/abroad-financialaid.htm

Application Deadline: March 2

Applications are available through the program leaders and the Office of International Programs.

A $200 non-refundable deposit is due at time of application.

  Eligibility

  Students are eligible to apply for this program if they meet the following eligibility criteria:          

 

   Applications available from the program leader, at the Office of International Programs and at : www.uncw.edu/intprogs/SummerPrograms.html

For more information and an application, please contact:

Dr. Sue Combs, Coordinator of Physical Education, HAHS Department

Email:  combsc@uncw.edu or Call:  910-962-3262

OR

Ms. Annie Frisoli, Lecturer Parks and Recreation Management, HAHS Department

Email:  frisolia@uncw.edu or Call:  910-962-3251