study abroad experience - Australia

to 6 assessments to pass. That can be an essay, attendance, case study,
presentations and they are part of the module grade. Not every module requires a
final exam at the end of the studying period.
The hardest part for me was to meet all the formal requirements in my essays. In the
beginning, I had a bit of trouble with the correct referencing, but there was help
everywhere in the university, last but not least it was a good exercise for my
upcoming diploma thesis. Moreover, I struggled a bit with my English skills. That's
why my roommates often read over my texts, but being surrounded by English being
spoken 24/7 my results quickly improved.
Southern Cross University
Around 18,000 students study at Southern Cross University (SCU), which is based in
Lismore, Gold Coast, and Coffs Habour. You can choose between a wide variety of
under and post-graduate courses. My campus on the Gold Coast was only opened in
2010 so is very modern and is only a few meters from the dazzling beach. The SCU
is also the only university that shares its access to the airport. In addition to the usual
rooms such as, bib, classrooms and lecture halls, there was a lounge for students
with a tiny little kitchen with free breakfast, which has become my daily highlight.
Unfortunately, there was no dormitory and canteen at the university, but a small
coffee and food trucks at local prices. The university is very high up in the Australian
ranking for the best university support for international students - and it deserves it! I
always felt in good hands.