Australia: TEAN University of Newcastle
Study abroad in Australia through TEAN at the University of Newcastle.
The University of Newcastle is one of Australia’s most naturally beautiful campuses, with many environmentally protected habitats. The University has nearly 17,000 students, 5,600 of which are international students. This program offers various courses, including sciences, business management, environmental studies, and art.
The campus and city of Newcastle are well connected via train and bus, surrounded by wineries, national parks, miles of beach, and only two hours north of Sydney. Newcastle has a relaxed coastal lifestyle, diverse nightlife, award-winning dining, a burgeoning arts culture, friendly people, and a serious coffee culture.
Why study abroad in Australia?
“Studying abroad has been the best academic and life decision I have made so far...I have grown as a person in maturity, increasing my awareness of myself and the people around me. Studying abroad in Australia is the best thing I can recommend to any student.” - Rollins Study Abroad Alum
Academic Information
Australian Studies Courses
Students must take at least one of these courses: choose two to allow for flexibility.
Newcastle Courses
Choose your other three courses from the many other offerings. As you search, make sure the courses are available at the “Callaghan Campus" or "Newcastle City," and are held in Semester 1 for spring and Semester 2 for fall.
Transfer of Credit
- Students must take four courses for a total of 16 credits; one course from the list of "Australian Studies Courses,*" and three courses directly from the courses available in the University catalogue.
- Grades appear on Rollins Transcript and factor into GPA.
- It can take up to three months for grades to be processed.
- Students can take major and minor courses abroad (with approval from the academic department) and can also take competencies and rFLA200-level seminars abroad (with approval from the Registrar).
Australian Educational System
- Fewer class hours per week, less contact with professors and less continuous assessment. Most professors have a lecture-based teaching style.
- Grades are based on only a few major assignments, such as a midterm and final exam.
- First-year students are already focused in their major or specialization, so introductory courses cover higher level topics. 200-level or second year courses are the equivalent of an upper-level course at Rollins.
- Self-discipline and self-directed study are required for success. Students are expected to keep up with coursework and reading without prompting.
What It’s Like to Study Abroad in Australia
Housing & Meals
- You will live in a modern, single room in a 5-6 bedroom on-campus apartment with shared common spaces operated by Newcastle's award-winning UON Student Living. Housing includes 24/7 security and Resident Assistants.
- Their student-focused facilities include study areas, common rooms and indoor and outdoor social spaces. Students will have easy access to sporting, library, health, and academic facilities.
- Students can buy groceries and cook in their shared kitchen, which is stocked with basic tools and utensils, as there is no meal plan.
- There is also access to inexpensive student dining halls, coffee shops, and on-campus restaurants.
Student Life
- TEAN activities are designed to immerse students in the local culture, including surf lessons, local sporting events and music festivals, and trips to the Sydney opera house.
- Newcastle University also offers academic support, health services, disability support services, a counseling center, sports and recreation facilities – including a 50-meter indoor pool, state-of-the-art gym with a indoor climbing wall, and more than 60 student clubs and societies .
- Newcastle offers a cross-cultural friendship program through which volunteers from the local community link with international students.
- TEAN also offers students optional excursions prior to the semester and during the semester breaks for an additional fee. These include destinations such as New Zealand, Thailand and Melbourne, Australia
Program Calendar: Fall 2024
Dates | |
|---|---|
July 7 | Arrival Date |
July 7-11 | TEAN Orientation |
July 12 | University Orientation |
July 22 | First Day of Classes |
Sept 30-Oct 11 | Semester Break |
Nov 16 | Exam Period Ends |
Nov 17 | Program End Date |
Program Calendar: Spring 2025
Dates | |
|---|---|
Mid-Feb | Required Arrival Date |
TBD | TEAN Orientation |
TBD | University Orientation |
TBD | First Day of Classes |
TBD | Semester Break |
TBD | Last Day of Classes |
Late June | Program End Date |
Requirements for Admission
- Exceptional Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors
- Clean record with the Office of Community Standards and good academic and college standing
- Professional application: materials are submitted on-time, are edited before submission, and are thorough and thoughtful
- Minimum 2.7 GPA
- Required advising session (30 minutes) as part of the application process. Visit MyRollins to schedule an advising appointment.
Getting There
Flight
Students arrange their own flight to Cairns and then on to Newcastle, but TEAN can assist through one of their preferred vendors.
PLEASE NOTE: TEAN does NOT provide transportation from Cairns to Newcastle. Students will be responsible for purchasing their own airfare between the two cities.
Orientation
TEAN offers a 6-day “Welcome Abroad” Orientation in Cairns, North Australia to introduce students to the culture and get to know their classmates. The orientation includes scuba diving and snorkeling the largest coral reef system in the world, exploring the rainforest village of Kuranda, watching an Aussie movie at the outdoor cinema, and attending a sunset dinner cruise. Click to view a sample itinerary.
Visa
- U.S. citizens must obtain a visa to study in Australia and TEAN will assist with the process.
- The application is entirely online and payment must be made by credit card at the time of application.
- For general information about the visa process and visas for non-US citizens, see our Passports & Visas Page in MyRollins.
Costs
Program Fee
Most Rollins financial aid and scholarships will apply to the semester abroad.
Tuition: $30,290
Housing: $5,115
Also Includes
Airport pickup, orientation program (in Cairns and at Newcastle), on-campus housing, University of Newcastle Student Association membership, program administration, and emergency insurance.
Estimated Additional Costs
Transportation: Round-trip airfare from FL: $1,800, on-site $900
Meals/food: $2,200
Optional travel to the West Coast to meet the TEAN group: $400
Passport $165
Visa: $1,060 (USD)
Books, course materials, supplies $200
Personal Expenses $1,075 (estimate - depending on whether you wish to join the university gym)
Federal student loan fees if applicable: $40
Professional licensure, certification or credentials costs: $0
Scholarships
Scholarships based on financial need are available to off-set costs associated with international airfare and other costs associated with study abroad. Students can apply for scholarships through the Rollins program application. Students can also apply for additional scholarships through TEAN.
Living and Working
Having a credit card while abroad is very helpful. Australia has a high cost of living compared to the United States. Students are able to work up to 20 hours a week on a student visa while abroad in Australia.
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