Earn Your Degree at Central Queensland University

  Australia

• Queensland: 
Rockhampton

Description: AustraLearn has been appointed by 33 top-ranked universities in Australia and New Zealand as your application center in the U.S. and Canada. From start to finish, we provide you free support and enrollment assistance while you seek your degree in any field of study.

We are here for you on behalf of the universities as your central contact in the U.S. and Canada. They trust us to give you the information you need, when you need it, and financially support us to work on their behalf.

* We are financially supported by the universities so that all of our services can be FREE to you; we assist with the application, enrollment, financial aid, and student visa process.
* We are your central contact; we simplify the process by being your application center on your side of the world.
* You receive quicker responses to all your concerns and questions via direct personal contacts. The universities trust us to give you the information you need, when you need it.
* Many of the institutions we work with are ranked within the top 500 world-wide and 7 are in the top 50.
* The university is more apt to look at an application submitted by AustraLearn, because they know it has been reviewed by our staff and is complete upon arrival.

AustraLearn will facilitate your direct enrollment to Central Queensland University for a bachelor's, master's or PhD degree. Central Queensland University (CQU) is uniquely placed to provide students with a wonderful opportunity to extend their horizons. CQU's campus, set amongst 450 acres of native bushland, is situated in Rockhampton, close to the Great Barrier Reef. This location, combined with an academic program at a dynamic, growing University, promises a memorable experience. CQU places a strong emphasis on quality teaching in a caring environment. Rockhampton, with a population of 70,000, is situated on the Tropic of Capricorn, just 22 miles inland from the Capricorn Coast, which allows easy access to Great Keppel Island and the Great Barrier Reef. West of Rockhampton lie significant parts of Australia's heritage such as outback cattle and sheep stations, national parks (including Aboriginal rock art areas), vast open-cut and underground coal mineas and gem fields. We recognize that your study experience is a great adventure both socially and academically. We have many courses on offer across faculties to construct a study program that will be both interesting and educational.

Highlights: Why study in Australia or New Zealand?

In addition to being exciting destinations that many people dream of visiting for a vacation, both Australia and New Zealand offer both personal and professionally rewarding educational opportunities for American and Canadian students.

Unprecedented Popularity

Both New Zealand and Australia are the fastest growing study abroad destinations for North Americans. In 2002, nearly 185,000 international students were enrolled at universities in Australia to earn their degree, and that number is increasing by 30% a year. In New Zealand, international student numbers are growing at over 40% per year.

International Recognition and Accreditation

A degree you earn in either country is recognized internationally and all universities are accredited and highly regulated by their respective governments, ensuring you of the highest quality education experience. In fact, both the Canadian and U.S. Departments of Education recognize the Australian and New Zealand higher education systems as among the very best in the world.

An Affordable Option

Earning a degree is very affordable, as tuition and fees plus cost of living are in most cases less than the USA and Europe. A favorable exchange rate continues to benefits students, especially Americans. Plus, you can take advantage of U.S. or Canadian government financial aid to help fund your studies.

Thousands of Choices

If there is something you want to study, you can find it at the universities in these countries. Thousands of majors and degree specialties are offered at the bachelor, master's, doctoral and other levels. A degree earned internationally-- particularly in countries as highly regarded and respected as Australia and New Zealand are-- will enhance your future employment opportunities and career advancement.

The tropical climate makes Rockhampton and its surrounding area ideal for outdoor pursuits such as bushwalking, camping, horse riding, swimming, scuba diving, wind surfing, sailing and snorkeling. Weekends find students learning to Scuba Dive, visiting the Dreamtime Aboriginal Cultural Center, adventure caving, overnight horseback ride spending the night under the stars or just lazing by the beach. CQU International staff are happy to assist with planning any activities students wish to experience during their stay.

Enjoy a fun holiday weekend in the Whitsunday Islands complimentary with your AustraLearn study abroad program at CQU. Spend 3 days and 2 nights on board a sailing vessel cruising the area and snorkeling through the famous waters of the Whitsunday Islands. All food and bedding included on the boat and scuba diving equipment can be rented. What a great addition to your favorite program at Central Queensland University !

Cost in US$: varies by degree

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American and Canadian Participants.

Participants Travel to Australia Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Transcript

Typically The Application Process Time Is 1- 2 weeks

Post Services Include:

• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home
• Alumni Network

AustraLearn's Mission Statement: AustraLearn seeks to foster the development of future leaders, who, through international awareness, gain a greater respect for and understanding of the relationship which exists between North America, Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific in the context of the larger global community.

Year Founded: 1989