Newcastle, Australia: TEAN at University of Newcastle

Study abroad in Australia through WorldStrides 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

Australian Studies Courses

Students must take at least one Australian Studies focused class: choose two to allow for flexibility. Examples include: Introduction to Aboriginal Studies, War and Australian Society, Aboriginal Education, etc.

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.

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.

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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

Costs

Program Fee

Most Rollins financial aid and scholarships will apply to the semester abroad.
Tuition: $31,475
Housing: $5,315
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.
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.