University of The Sunshine Coast
Oceania - Australia - Maroochydore
| Address: |
Admissions Office International Relations University of the Sunshine Coast Maroochydore DC, Queensland 4558 Australia |
| E-mail: | international@usc.edu.au |
| Phone: | +61 7 5430 2843 |
| Degree: | Bachelors |
| Setting: | Suburban |
| Enrollment: | 3000-5000 |
| Financial aid: | No |
| Housing: | Yes |
Description
With 3500 students, 300 of which are international students, we are a university of human scale that values students as individuals. Students benefit from an academic staff qualifications profile that matches the best in Australia, and small class sizes that ensure effective interaction between lecturing staff and students.
Curriculum Overview
Flexible degree structures enable students to study across three different faculties - Arts and Social Sciences, Business and Science - and from more than 60 different courses. Our industry relationships provide students with access to internships, industry-based projects and work experience. Study Abroad students can take part in internships with Sunshine Coast organisations, such as UnderWater World, to earn credit toward their degrees.
Student Life
The Sunshine Coast is one of Australia's most popular holiday destinations. Located just one hours drive north of Queensland's capital city Brisbane, the Coast is renowned for its great beaches and scenery, and nearby World Heritage-listed Fraser Island. The Sunshine Coast has a safe, relaxed and affordable lifestyle. It offers excellent value for money and shopping centres, restaurants, nightlife and beaches are easily accessible. Our 100-hectare campus, adjacent to the Mooloolah River National Park, has won more than 20 architectural and planning awards and is renowned for its resident wild kangaroos. All University buildings, facilities and technology are state-of-the-art. A fully equipped Library and science and computer laboratories give students access to hi-tech study resources and services. The University has an 8 to 1 student-computer ratio.
Special Services
The University of the Sunshine Coast has one of the highest-qualified teams of academics in Australia. Students learn from academic staff with diverse international industry and research experience. Class sizes are small allowing a truly personalised learning experience. Lecturers know students by name and are available for personal consultation.
Housing
New and modern apartment style accommodation beside campus. Students have their own bedroom and bathroom and share a kitchen and lounge room with 2-3 other students.
