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Australia (Sydney) Summer Cross-Cultural Program
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Study this summer in Sydney! One of our newest summer programs has come to us from the land "down under." Spend four weeks experiencing Australian culture in Sydney, Australia. This program offers you Cross Cultural Journalism (JOURN 2000) in a cross-cultural setting, learning and interacting with native students on-campus. In addition, an Australian Culture & History course (3 Credits) enhances your experience by expanding your cultural knowledge of the native country. Further embrace traditions and local living through numerous exciting course excursions. Get a firsthand feel for life "down under." Program Dates: Approximately June 30 through July 25.
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"The best part of my experience studying abroad was meeting new people. I was able to make connections around the globe that I would have never had the opportunity to do before. My experience studying abroad has not only opened doors to so many opportunities, but also has given me the chance to make friends with some pretty amazing people!"
Jessica Estes
Australia - Summer 2006
Europe Tour - Winter Intersession 2007
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Area
Sydney is the largest city in Australia, situated in a warm climate. The city is culturally diverse, with plenty of places to shop and eat. The location is great for students and other young people, and the public transportation makes getting around easy, convenient, and cheap!
As a student in Sydney, you will be joined by an international community rivaled by few cities in the world. Sydney's long history of immigration has had a lasting impact on the metropolitan city, now boasting the 2nd largest immigrant population of any major world city, over 45%. First settled in 1788 by Arthur Phillip in the name of the British Empire as a colony for exiled prisoners, Sydney has come a long way, with its population now reaching over 4 million. With an urban area of comparable size to London, with merely half the population, the citizens of Sydney sprawl out over the coastal land that has been home to Aborigines for over 40,000 years. This mixture of new and old can be seen in the rich history throughout the city and is exhibited in many of its world-class museums that will be easily accessible to you as a student.
The skyline of Sydney Harbour is intermingled with several parks, providing a haven for the sometimes hectic city life and offering a change of scenery for those overwhelmed by the confines of the city. When exploring the city, one may come across internationally recognized landmarks such as the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge, which looms over Port Jackson, the largest natural port in the world. With features such as these, it is no wonder why visitors flock to this Australian gem year after year and it is no surprise that the city of Sydney acted as host to the 2000 Summer Olympics in the then newly constructed Sydney Olympic Park.
No stranger to sports, Sydney also lays claim as the Major Rugby League center of the world, with its Sydney Roosters now in their 99th season after becoming a team in 1908. If rugby is not your game of choice, you are sure to find something to quench your thirst for activity on one of Sydney's many world renowned beaches.
Eligibility
Students must be eligible to take JOURN 2000. You must have successfully completed J1100 and have at least a 2.8 GPA. All students must be in good academic standing.
Course Credit
You will earn six credit hours on this program: JOURN 2000 (3 Credits) and Australian History & Culture (3 Credits upper-level Humanities or Social Science). The JOURN 2000 course will be taught by an MU faculty member and will incorporate the Australian perspective on media and stereotypes while learning the importance of your audience and sensitivity to all cultures in the profession of journalism. In addition, the Australian History & Culture course will be taught by an Australian instructor covering a different topic each week. Gain a better understanding for how Australia came about and the origins of its people through course-related fieldtrips and excursions. This course will earn you 3 credits of upper-level Humanities or Social Science credit.
Costs
MU attempts to make the costs of studying abroad affordable for you. Generally, study abroad experiences cost a bit more than credits taken on-campus at MU, but include new experiences, cultures, languages, and often times housing, flight costs, and other program related costs. It's highly recommended that you outline a budget for yourself of what you would spend during the summer here at MU and compare it to study abroad costs.
This program fee is approximately $3,950 (including the MU Study Abroad fee) plus MU educational fees (six credits). Additional expenses to consider for this program may include personal entertainment, transportation, insurance, and other miscellaneous expenses.
Program fee includes round-trip flight from St. Louis to Sydney, housing, some meals, program excursions and related transportation, on-site assistance, MU Admin fee, and ISIC card.
Please note that there are scholarships and other financial options available to you to help make study abroad part of your college experience!
Financial Aid
Additional grants, loans or scholarships may be available to offset the extra costs of studying abroad. Please meet with the advisor for study abroad financing at the MU Financial Aid Office (11 Jesse Hall) for more complete information: 882-7506. The School of Journalism offers need-based travel scholarships each semester. Applications are available on our Web site. You can also apply for additional scholarships through the MU International Center (Memorial Union). Watch our Web site for special program scholarship announcements each semester.
Housing
You will be living in apartments arranged through the program. There are many local restaurants or you can choose to cook your own meals. The housing is within walking distance or within a short bus ride of nearby mall/stores.
How to Apply
Deadline for this Program: April 4, 2008
It is recommended that all applicants meet with the Journalism Study Abroad Advisor prior to applying if they have questions or concerns. Please submit the following application materials in a manila envelope to the Journalism Study Abroad Coordinator, 76 Gannett by the posted deadline. Remember to sign-up for an interview time when you drop off your application! For this program you will need:
- Two letters of recommendation. We prefer one to be from an academic source and one from an employer. Please have references direct letters "To Whom It May Concern." [Recommendation Form]
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- Deposit of $1,000 and Deposit Form; must pay to Cashier's Office in 15 Jesse Hall.
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