Quarter Program in Sydney

Sydney, Australia
Quarter Program in Sydney

About the Program

This program is designed with the quarter calendar in mind. Spend your winter quarter taking courses at the CEA CAPA Sydney Study Center in subjects such as economics, humanities, social sciences, or choose from a variety of unique electives that explore the history and culture of Australia. You also have the option to swap one of the electives for an internship seminar and placement. In addition, you’ll be able to take advantage of Sydney’s sun-soaked beaches, engage in outdoor adventures, and explore iconic landmarks such as the Sydney Opera House, Bondi Beach, and Darling Harbour. This picturesque destination provides a perfect blend of laid-back and high energy, giving you the opportunity to make the city your own.

Requirements

Overview

Location:

Sydney

Dates:

1/9/25 - 3/22/25

Price:

$14,595

Credits:

9 - 12

Deadlines

Apply By:

Closed

Withdraw By:

11/1/24

Requirements

Transcript - Unofficial
$95 Online Application Fee
Complete Application
Program Participation Agreement

Eligibility

Course Prerequisites:

Some courses may have prerequisites.

Minimum
GPA:

2.5

Education
Completed:

High School Graduate

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Where You'll Study

CEA CAPA Sydney Center

The CEA CAPA Sydney Center is housed on University of Technology Sydney (UTS)'s campus within the Haymarket neighborhood. The Center comprises 6 classrooms, including 3 large lecture-style classrooms,...

Student Lounge
Student Lounge
Study Area
Study Area
Counseling Services
Counseling Services
Travel Books & Resources
Travel Books & Resources
9-12

Credits

Program Structure & Courses

You’ll enroll in 3–4 CEA CAPA courses. Courses meet for 45 contact hours each, and CEA CAPA recommends 3 U.S. semester credits for each course. You can substitute one course for the CEA CAPA internship seminar and internship placement (see below for further details regarding the internship). You will have the opportunity to earn 9–12 semester credits for your time abroad. This is equivalent to approximately 13.5–18 quarter credit hours, which is a full-time course load for a quarter.

Courses typically meet Monday – Thursday.

Prior to departure, you will select your preferred courses. You will be enrolled into courses based on their availability. It is in your best interest to have multiple alternative courses approved by your home institution prior to your departure in case there are changes to course availability. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines and semester to quarter credit conversions.

If you selected the internship option, you will take the Global Internship Course alongside your internship placement. This professional development course is designed to accompany your placement so you can make the most of your internship abroad. You will learn how to understand and articulate the value of your internship through the lens of NACE Career Readiness Competencies that employers crave, which will help you stand out to future employers and graduate schools. You will also engage in live cultural discussions that will enhance your global perspective and intercultural awareness between your program location and the U.S. The course comprises of reading, writing, and verbal assignments, including building an e-portfolio, completing mock interviews, developing your online professional presence, giving a final presentation, conducting industry field research work, and more. You can also take advantage of additional CEA CAPA mentoring and career preparation workshops to complement what you learn in the course.

Internship Placement Duration and Hours:You will intern at your host organization for a total of 12 weeks, not including any agreed upon break-week periods. Throughout your program, you will work 20 hours per week (240 hours total) and will likely intern during standard business hours Mondays-Fridays. Your placement may include in-person, remote, and hybrid work depending on the needs of your host organization.

Internship Credit:
You will receive academic credit for your internship abroad via the Global Internship Course and your performance at your internship placement. You can enroll in the course for 3 or 6 credits based on your unique needs and preferences. Whether you enroll in 3 or 6 credits, you will complete 20 hours per week (240 hours total) at your internship placement. The differentiation in the number of credits you choose will come from the amount of coursework and contact hours in the Global Internship Course. Unlike the 3-credit course, for the 6-credit course you will complete an additional robust industry field research project.

  • 3 credits: minimum 240 placement hours (20 hours per week) + Global Internship Course (1.5 hours every other week in class)
  • 6 credits: minimum 240 placement hours (20 hours per week) + Global Internship Course (1.5 hours every week in class)

You will choose the number of credits you would like to enroll in for the Global Internship Course during the Internship Placement Process.

NACE-Certified Career Coaching & Internship Placement Process:
Once you’ve submitted your application and required documents for your internship program, your career development adventure will begin! You will be assigned your very own NACE-Certified Career Development & Internship Specialist, who will work with you one-on-one throughout pre-departure to guide you through the steps and deadlines of our Internship Placement Process. Your Specialist will be your main point of contact for your internship prior to your departure. They will be happy to answer any questions you might have, and will also provide you with personalized career coaching, as needed, so you are set up for success for your internship abroad.

In addition to working with your Career Development & Internship Specialist, during the Internship Placement Process you will engage with your In-Country International Internship Coordinator in your location and your potential host site supervisor. Your International Internship Coordinator will draw from your application materials to source and match you with a personalized internship placement that best aligns with your unique experience, skills, career interests, and goals for your internship abroad. Please also note, your host site supervisor will retain the final decision on the finalization of your placement, so it’s important to approach your interview with your host site supervisor with maturity, adaptability, curiosity, and commitment to both your career interests and the host organization.

All levels Course Structure

Courses

The following courses have been confirmed for this term. Please note, the host institution reserves the right to cancel or change courses without prior notification.

*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.

Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Art Down Under: From the Dreamtime to the Present 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
International Economics 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Australian, Asian & Pacific Literatures 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Environmental Debates: People, Place & Culture 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Australian History: Aboriginal History to Colonization 300 En 45 3
Engaging Australia * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Engaging Australia * 300 En 45 3
Locating Social Inequality 300 En 45 3

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Where You'll Stay

*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.

Excursions

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.

What's Included in your Program

From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Sydney. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.

  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Transportation Pass
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Excursions
  • Official Transcript(s)

Sample Calendar

Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.

You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.

Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.

Date Description
January 09
Arrival/Program Begins

Official Program Start Date.

January 10
Orientation

Mandatory CEA CAPA Orientation will be held.

January 13
Classes Begin

Classes begin at the CEA CAPA Sydney Center on this day.

March 21
Classes End

This is the last day of classes at the CEA CAPA Sydney Center.

March 22
Program Ends/Move-Out

Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day.

Sample Budget

This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.

Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.

Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.

Description Low-Cost High-Cost
Program Fee
Tuition and fees, registration, orientation, airport pickup, welcome and farewell receptions, housing, official transcript, cultural excursions/activities, student support services, CEA On-site Staff and administrative costs.
$14,595
$14,595
CEA Secure
CEASecure™ is an optional refund plan that allows students to withdraw for any covered reason up to one week before the program’s start date
$0
$475
International Airfare & Transfers
Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$1,600
$2,400
Immigration Requirements
Includes passport and additional requirements such as visa, entry and exit fees, French Carte de Séjour, French University Administrative Fee (if applicable), or Italian Permesso di Soggiorno.
$315
$315
Books, Materials and Supplies
Includes books, school supplies, art supplies, and course fees. Does not include fees or supplies for optional courses. This cost varies depending on the course choices of the student.
$200
$300
Meals
Includes the average expected cost for food in addition to your meal plan, such as eating out at restaurants.
$1,500
$2,800
Personal Expenses
Includes telephone, laundry, local transportation, personal necessities and upfront payments for potential doctor visits. Please note, certain locations may require deposits to secure spots in CEA organized activities and excursions (deposits are returned at the end of the program if student attends activities/excursions or cancels participation before set deadlines). Some of these costs vary according to the spending habits of the student.
$1,150
$2,800
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$360
$2,000
TOTAL EXPENSES $19,720 $25,685