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ContentsWelcome to Study Abroad at CQUniversity Australia 1Study Abroad in Central Queensland, Australia 2More locations 3Why CQUniversity? 4What can I study? 6Discipline areas 7Undergraduate courses 8Graduate courses 9How to find courses 10Credit system and grading 11Entry Requirements 12Accommodation options 14Student support services 16Sport and recreation 17Testimonials 18How do I apply to CQUniversity? 19What happens next? 20Application form

Welcome to Study Abroad at CQUniversity AustraliaStudy Abroad provides the opportunity to studyfor one or two semesters in a university in anothercountry to earn academic credit. CQUniversitywelcomes Study Abroad students from all over theworld to share a unique study experience at ‘ourplace’ - in the heart of Queensland, Australia.CQUniversity Australia is unlike any otherAustralian university. Youthful, entrepreneurialand located in what we like to call the ‘realAustralia’, one of the world’s most exciting andgeographically unique locations.You will be studying at a university whosegraduates are achieving outcomes that are rankedamongst the best in Australia. We are totallycommitted to your satisfaction and academicsuccess. We want your learning journey to be bothrewarding and relevant to your career aspirations.Choosing to Study Abroad in Australia may be themost significant educational choice and rewardingexperience of your life. Prepare yourself foracademic challenges, diverse cultural experiencesand the opportunity for the adventure of alifetime.31

Study Abroad in Central Queensland, AustraliaQueensland, Australia is one of the world’s besttourist destinations and is the perfect choice forinternational students to study and explore. TheCapricorn region within the state of Queenslandis home to CQUniversity. The major city,Rockhampton, is home to CQUniversity’smain campus.Located on the Tropic of Capricorn, Rockhamptonexperiences warm to hot summers and very mildwinters. The region has some of the most beautifulcoastlines and landscapes in Australia, with easyaccess to the Great Barrier Reef and the Australianoutback. A Study Abroad experience in thisregion offers you the opportunity to participatein genuine Australian experiences and to enjoy thevaried landscape, history, people and culture.24

Why CQUniversity?CQUniversity is a public university and is oneof the most engaged, supportive and responsiveuniversities in Australia. This university isacknowledged as a leading provider of highereducation to Australian and international students.CQUniversity offers more than 45 undergraduateand 40 postgraduate coursework programs, aswell as Masters and PhD Research programs.Our research strengths include: EnvironmentalManagement, Railway Engineering, Plant andWater Sciences, Process Engineering and LightMetals, Intelligent and Networked Systems,Power Engineering, Physical Activity Studies,Psycho-Social Health, and Learning andEducation.CQUniversity Rockhampton offers a campusexperience in a natural setting, with acres ofparks, over 30 academic buildings, library,on-campus accommodation, restaurants, tropicalgardens, a bookstore, sporting clubs, swimmingpool and sporting complex.Here you will share classes with Australianand other international students in study areasincluding engineering, education, informationtechnology, health and exercise science,humanities and social sciences, business,and environmental science.46

Graduate CoursesPrograms and Courses - GraduateFaculty of Arts, Business, Informatics andEducation (FABIE)• Business Administration and Business Law• Management• Marketing• Financial Planning and Accounting• Human Resource Management• Information Technology and InformationSystemsExamples of popular graduate courses:Term one• Financial Market Analysis - FINC20007• International Finance - FINC20008• Human Resource Management - HRMT20007• People, Work and Organisations - MGMT20124Term two• Global Marketing - MRKT20018• International Business Law - LAWS20038• HRM in the Global Environment -HRMT20022• Security, Ethics and Electronic CommerceSystems - ECOM20002These course suggestions are provided as examplesonly. There are many more courses availableand information can be found on our handbook(catalogue) website:http://handbook.cqu.edu.auIf you need assistance with your course selections,please contact us in the international office andwe’ll assist you. There is flexibility with meetingpre-requisites so please enquire if you have anyqueries.11 9

How to find coursesFor a full list of courses available visit our 2011student handbook –http://handboook.cqu.edu.au or email usfor specific enquiries:studyabroad-enquiries@cqu.edu.auTips for your search1 Go to http://handbook.cqu.edu.au2 On the left hand navigation menu, click on‘courses’3 On the left hand navigation menu, click on‘advanced course search’4 From the search menu choose ‘RockhamptonCampus’ (or preferred campus) from the dropdown box5 Choose Term one (Feb start) or Term two (Julystart) from the drop down box6 Click search• Remember to choose your preferredcampus when you search for courses. Themain campus for Study Abroad is Rockhampton(ROK), where special Study Abroad packagesare available.o There are other campus options for StudyAbroad including Mackay, Bundaberg,Gladstone, Brisbane and Sydney. Please enquirefor further information as subject/courseavailability is limited at these campuses.o Study Abroad is not available at theMelbourne Campus.• Choose your preferred termo Term one is late February - end of June.o Term two is Early July - mid October.o Term three is November - end of January• Term three in Rockhampton for Educationmajors only and is not a mainstream term forAustralian students. Please enquire furtherinformation.• Term three study is available at our citycampuses for fee-paying students only on a feeper course basis.• Find courseso Undergraduate courses start with a number1xxxx. Graduate courses start with a number2xxxx.• Plan your termo A regular full time load for undergraduate studyis four courses per term.o A regular full time load for graduate study isthree courses per term.o Please select double the number of coursesyou require per term in case some of yourselections are unavailable – eg At undergraduatelevel, choose eight courses.12 10

When can I start?When can I start?• Term 1Late February - mid June• Term 2Early July - mid October• Term 3Late November - mid February(Summer Semester)Most term three enrolment is only available atBrisbane, Gold Coast and Sydney campuses.Term three Study Abroad at Rockhampton campusis available for Education majors only.Please contact us if you are interested in term threestudy period for your Study Abroad program.13 15

Accommodation optionsA range of accommodation options are availablein our locations. At CQUniversity Rockhampton,students can choose from:• Capricornia College – CQUniversity’son-campus accommodation option offersaccommodation and meals on a full-term basis.Each of the single bedroom/study rooms isfurnished and equipped with telephone andinternet connections. Cost is approximatelyAU$4840 per term (approximately 15 weeks)– inclusive of meals. (For more information,please visit the website:www.college.cqu.edu.au• Homestay – Homestay accommodation with alocal host family can be arranged through ourEnglish Language Centre which administers aHomestay accommodation database. Homestayarrangements can be made in advance of arrivaland only on payment of a non-refundableplacement fee of AU$180. Homestayaccommodation is approximately AU$750 permonth, including meals.16 14

Accommodation options• House or apartment rental (available onindividual or share basis). Rockhampton campusprovides a free accommodation placementservice. Our international student servicesofficer will find suitable accommodation closeto campus before you arrive in Australia. Onour other campuses you will be referred toexternal accommodation providers.Assistance will include: advice about rentalbonds and contractual arrangements, provisionof information about rental accommodationcurrently available, and introduction to otherstudents seeking to share accommodation. Costwill vary according to the facilities provided.The range for rental will be from AU$480 –AU$700 per month per person. This does notinclude food , electricity, gas or phone.15 17

Student support servicesStudying overseas can bring unexpected challengesalong with excitement. Student Services atCQUniversity provides assistance from arrival inAustralia to departure. Our services and assistanceinclude:• Free airport reception on arrival atRockhampton• Assistance with accommodation• Advice about health insurance and health care• Transport information• Enrolment advice• Study skills support• Part-time employment informationClimate and ClothingIn Queensland the seasons are not as clearlydefined as in some other regions of Australia andin other countries. During September to May thedaytime temperatures can range from 24 – 36C,while from June to August daytime temperaturescan range from 18 – 24C. The warmertemperatures offer an opportunity to dresscasually in cool light clothing. T-shirts and shortsand are a popular choice among our students. It isrecommended that you wear a hat and long sleevesfor protection from sunburn during the summermonths. Our winter temperatures are usually verymild. Light jackets or sweatshirts and jeans areusually sufficient.Cost of LivingCAMPUSCOST AU$ per term/semester (approximate)* Rockhampton Brisbane andand Mackay and Gold Coast SydneyTuition fee undergraduate $7200 **$7980 – $8760 **$7980 – $8760Tuition fee postgraduate $7500 – $8100 $8070 $8070Meals and accommodation $4500 $5000 $6000Utilities (gas and electricity) $175 $175 $250Study needs (textbooks etc) $1000 $1000 $1000Entertainment and mobile phone $1000 $1500 $1500Transport $400 $600 $800* Costs are approximate and estimates only.** Undergraduate tuition fees at the Brisbane, Gold Coast and Sydney vary between discipline areas.All postgraduate tuition fees at all campuses vary between discipline areas.Overseas Student Health CoverInternational students must obtain healthinsurance – Overseas Student Health CoverScheme (OSHC). Medibank Private is thepreferred OSHC provider for CQUniversity.Payment of the total health cover premium mustbe made when you pay your tuition fee, prior tocoming to Australia.18 16

Sport and recreationAustralians love sport. It offers a great way tobreak free from the rigours of study, keep fit andmeet new people. You can get involved in football,soccer, baseball, basketball, scuba diving, hiking,golf, cricket, tennis, squash, netball, horse riding,sailing... whichever sport you like to do, you canfind a university or community club, or start yourown club!CQUniversity has a sporting complex whichoffers a range of weight machines for muscleconditioning and a selection of cardiovascularequipment – treadmills, steppers, rowers andergonomic cycles for fitness conditioning. A 400metre grassed athletics oval is also available tomembers for walking or running. For those whoprefer the water, there is a 25 metre, eight lanepool on the Rockhampton campus.The CQUniversity Student Association canprovide information about getting involved oncampus at http://association.cqu.edu.auThere is also information about sporting events,university trips, volunteer opportunities, studentnewspapers, finding part-time employment,accommodation, second hand textbooks, mobilephones, student discounts and more.All international students enrolling at theRockhampton campus are able to take advantageof our Adventure and Culture activities package.A complimentary visit to the Dreamtime CulturalCentre, the Heritage Village and a range of localattractions is offered to all new internationalstudents. In addition, special group rates can bearranged for visits to local attractions includingGreat Keppel Island, the Capricorn Caves,Carnarvon Gorge, and Weekend Farm-stay.17 19

TestimonialsMallory Bailey,New Mexico, USAKenan Kessler,Penn College, USAAt CQUniversity, I’m taking Marketing,Communications, Australian History and OutdoorPursuits Class. In the outdoor pursuits class youdo scuba diving, canoeing, kayaking and sailing,and that’s been the best part!Among the Study Abroad programs at my school,CQUniversity was the one that jumped right offthe page. The coast of Australia has always beenat the top of my list of places to go in the world.When I arrived in Rockhampton, what amazed methe most is the general kindness I see in my peers.I was able to make friends very easily here, whichmakes it unique from the start.Billy Sarandria,Alaska, USA –Exercise and SportScienceErika Santarossa,University of Windsor,Canada –Human MovementScienceI chose to study at CQUniversity in Australia notonly to see the wonderful environment such as,the Great Barrier Reef, but also for the people andculture. Australia has to be the number one placefor accepting and laid back people. When I arrivedhere the first thing I noticed was how outgoingand fun the Australians I met everyday were.I did my second semester of my third year atCQUniversity in Rockhampton, studying HumanMovement Sciences.My main suggestion to anyone going to Australia,is to save some time after you have completedyour semester and see as much of the countryas you can.20 18

How do I apply to CQUniversity?STEP 1Complete the Study Abroad ApplicationForm. The Application Form is availableto download from the websitewww.studyabroad.cqu.edu.auIf you need assistance completing the form youcan contact your home university internationaloffice, the CQUniversity campus where you wishto study, or a CQUniversity partner agency inyour home country.STEP 2Attach relevant documents.• We require a certified copy of youracademic transcript of your currentinstitution.• We also require evidence of yourEnglish Language proficiency if Englishis not your first language. Please visitour website www.cquni.edu.au foracceptable proof of English languageproficiency.All certified documents that are in languages otherthan English must be accompanied by certifiedtranslated (English) copies where an approvedtranslator has conducted the translation. Thecertification stamp must include the certifier’sprinted name, title or position, signature anddate of notary. The certification must be obtainedfrom a Justice of the Peace, Commissionerof Declarations, a selected registered agentof CQUniversity or the issuing authority orinstitution. Documents issued outside of Australiamust be certified by an equivalent to a NotarialPublic. Please do not send original documentswith your application.STEP 3Check your completed application. Do afinal check. Make sure you have included yourpreference of eight courses for undergraduatelevel studies or six courses for postgraduatelevel studies.STEP 4Submit your application. You can completeyour application online, or you can send yourapplication by email or post, or submit it througha CQUniversity registered agent. Please allowup to three weeks for your application to beprocessed.Note – Government LoansCQUniversity welcomes students usinggovernment loans to finance their education.CQUniversity is an approved foreign schoolfor USA students. Students should quote thefollowing reference number in their loanapplication documents – OPE identificationnumber 03097500.19 21

What happens next?Successful applicants will receive anOffer of Admission which includes all theinformation you will require to proceedwith entry to CQUniversity. A ConditionalOffer of Admission is made to those applicantswho are required to send additional information.If you do not meet the requirements for entry toCQUniversity, please contact us to discusspossible options.Accept your Offer of Admission. To acceptyour offer of a place you need to: return yoursigned International Student Contract to thecampus listed on your Offer of Admission;you must pay the term tuition fee along withthe Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).Instructions for payment are provide in the Offerof Admission pack.Apply for your student visa. CQUniversitywill issue an electronic Confirmation ofEnrolment (eCOE) once you have paid yourtuition fee and OSCHC. To assist us in issuing youreCOE please ensure that you include the followinginformation with your Remittance Advice form:your passport number (please provide in the spaceprovided on your International Student Contract;the location of the visa office where your eCOEshould be issued to; and where (and how) youwould like the eCOE sent. Once the eCOE hasbeen issued by CQUniversity, you can apply foryour student visa.Before you arriveOnce you have received your studentvisa, you will need to make your travelarrangements. It is important that younotify the CQUniversity campus of yourarrival details at least once week priorto arrival. You need to plan to arrive at thecampus at least one week prior to commencementof study so that you attend and participate inorientation sessions and finalise accommodationarrangements. Each campus has orientationsessions which will assist you to adjust to life andstudy in Australia.We look forward to welcoming you toCQUniversity!22 20

INCOMING STUDY ABROAD/EXCHANGEAPPLICATIONInternational Applicants OnlyPlease type or write in BLOCK letters using a black pen.I wish to apply for Study Abroad Exchange1. PERSONAL DETAILSTitle Mr Mrs Ms Miss OtherFamily nameGiven namesDate of birth (DD/MM/YY) GenderMale FemaleWhat is your address in your home country?Home addressTown/cityPostcodeCountryTelephone numberFacsimile numberMobileEmail addressWhat are your contact details?Home addressTown/cityPostcodeCountryTelephone numberFacsimile numberMobileEmail addressWhere should we send notification of your application results?Home countryContactAgentAgent Details. Place stamp below (if applicable)2. CITIZENSHIPPrint your country of citizenship as shown in your passport.Passport NumberDo you hold a current Australian visa?YesNoIf yes, what is the visa category?

3. COMMENCEMENT DETAILSPreferred Term for commencementTerm 1 (February)Preferred campus for studyTerm 2 (July)Brisbane(study abroad only)Term 3 (November)Brisbane, Gold Coast and Sydney onlyGold CoastRockhampton(study abroad only)Year of commencementSydney(study abroad only)4. ENGLISH PROFICIENCYIs English your first language?Do you hold a certificate of English proficiency (eg Academic IELTS, TOEFL or GCE ‘O’ levels in English)?Did you complete secondary, tertiary or English language studies in an English-speaking country?Did you complete secondary or tertiary study with English as the language of instruction?YesYesYesYesNoNoNoNoNote: If you answered ‘yes’ to any of the above questions in part 4, certified documentary evidence should be provided. If you answered ‘no’ to allof the above questions in part 4, you must sit an approved English test and advise results before a Confirmation of Enrolment Form can be issued.Otherwise you may like to apply for admission to one of CQUniversity English Language Centre’s accredited ELICOS programs.Yes, I would like to applyNo, I will advise results5. CURRENT STUDIESHome InstitutionCumulative GPAMajorMinorDocumentary evidence of all Tertiary studies must be attached to this application.6. COURSE SELECTION (visit http://handbook.cqu.edu.au)Study Abroad students may enrol in a range of courses (units) across various disciplines. Students will be granted enrolment to the courses of theirchoice provided:They have undertaken the prerequisite courses at their home institution;The courses are available; andApproval is given by the Head of School at CQUniversity.Students are expected to enrol in a full-time course load each term (4 courses).List at least 8 courses of your choice per term as alternatives may be required1 52 63 74 87. ACADEMIC RECORDCertified copies of all secondary and tertiary degree certificates and academic transcripts must be attached to the application. All non-Englishcertified documents must be accompanied by certified, translated (English) copies where an approved translator has conducted the translation.Note: The certification stamp must include the certifier’s printed name, title or position, signature and date of notary. The certification stamp andsignature may be obtained from a Justice of the Peace, Commissioner for Declarations, a selected registered agent of CQUniversity or the issuingauthority or institution.

Personal contact/email (please specify)Education Institution (eg GAC, Polytechnic, University Etc)Website (please specify)Advertisment (eg magazine, newspaper, etc)Australian Education Centre/Australian Education InternationalPrivate AgentEducational exhibition/seminarAustralian Diplomatic MissionOther (please specify)9. IMPORTANT INFORMATIONCQUniversity’s programs are offered to international students in accordance with the Australian Government Education Services for OverseasStudents (ESOS) Act 2000 – international persons studying in Australia on a student visa must study full-time on-campus in CRICOS registeredprograms only. (note that Study Abroad program is registered for Sydney, Gold Coast, Brisbane, Rockhampton and other Central Queenslandcampuses. Exchange program is registered for Rockhampton and other Central Queensland campuses only).Prior to enrolment, it is important that all prospective international students read specific program information, which outlines course content,accreditation, duration, teaching and assessment methods, facilities, equipment and learning resources utilised. This information is available at:http://handbook.cqu.edu.au. Additionally, students need to have knowledge of associated fees and required English language proficiency, available at:www.international.cqu.edu.au.10. CHECKLISTHave you attached:Documentary evidence of English proficiency?Certified copies of academic records plus English translation, if applicable?Completed fully ALL sections of this application?Please submit this application to the CQUniversity campus you wish to study in.CAMPUS LOCATION APPLICATION SENT BY EMAIL APPLICATION SENT BY POSTRockhampton int-enquiries@cqu.edu.au Student Contact CentreBuilding 5, Bruce HighwayROCKHAMPTON QLD 4702AUSTRALIABrisbane enquiries@bris.cqu.edu.au Admissions CentreGold Coastenquiries@goldcoast.cqu.edu.auPO Box 10437Southport QLD 4215Sydneyenquiries@syd.cqu.edu.au12. DECLARATION(You must sign this declaration otherwise your application will be returned to you)I declare the information supplied by me on this form is true and correct in every particular. I authorise CQUniversity to obtain from other educationalinstitutions and relevant authorities details of my enrolment, academic record, examination results and bond status.Applicant’s signatureDateCRICOS Provider Codes: QLD 00219C; NSW 01315F; VIC 01624DJN10-1124

Useful informationStudent VisasIt is important to apply for a studentvisa before arrival in Australia.Please visit www.immi.gov.au forinformation on visas or contact yournearest Australian Embassy, Consulateor High Commission to apply or forfurther information visitwww.dfat.gov.au/missions.LinksStudent Visa –www.immi.gov.au/studentsOverseas Student Health Cover –www.medibank.com.auCapricorn Coast –www.capricorncoastguide.comRockhampton –www.about-australia.com/queensland/capricorn/destinations/rockhamptonCQUniversity –www.cqu.edu.auStudy Abroad and Exchange –www.studyabroad.cqu.edu.auCQUniversity Programs and Courses –http://handbook.cqu.edu.au

CampusCampus LocationEnquiries andApplications by EmailApplications by PostRockhamptonCQUniversity RockhamptonBuilding 11, Bruce HighwayRockhampton QLD 4702AUSTRALIAint-enquiries@cqu.edu.auStudent Contact CentreBuilding 5, Bruce HighwayRockhampton QLD 4702AUSTRALIABrisbaneCQUniversity Brisbane160 Ann StreetBrisbane QLD 4000AUSTRALIAenquiries@bris.cqu.edu.auAdmissions CentrePO Box 10437Southport QLD 4215AUSTRALIAGold CoastCQUniversity Gold Coast60 Marine ParadeSouthport QLD 4215AUSTRALIAenquiries@goldcoast.cqu.edu.auSydneyCQUniversity Sydney400 Kent StreetSydney NSW 4215AUSTRALIAenquiries@syd.cqu.edu.auPublished by CQUniversity Australia (March 2011). The information in this publication was correctat the time of printing and is subject to change. Contact the university for the latest information.www.cquni.edu.auwww.studyabroad.cqu.edu.auCRICOS Provider Codes: QLD 00219C; NSW 01315F; VIC 01624D C10-156