Earn Your Degree at University of Tasmania

  Australia

• Tasmania: 
Hobart

Description: AustraLearn will facilitate your direct enrollment at the University of Tasmania for individuals interested in earning a bachelor's, master's or PhD degree. Founded in 1890 the University of Tasmania is one of the four original 'sandstone' universities of Australia and has a century-long tradition of excellence. A record of academic achievement and scholarly leadership, combined with the advantages of being the only university in the island state of Tasmania, leave it well placed to carry forward established traditions of excellence into the twenty-first century. Comprehensive student support services, small, personalized classes and low accommodation costs single the University of Tasmania out for special attention. The University of Tasmania offers most subjects in the arts, sciences and professions. The University has two campuses, one set in the stunningly beautiful city of Hobart in the south of the state and the other in the vibrant regional city of Launceston in the north. Tasmania is the island state of Australia with a clean, green environment and a friendly ambience. The scenery is stunningly beautiful and includes mountain wilderness, miles of unspoiled beaches, temperate rainforest and big seas. Tasmanians take the time to enjoy the environment around them and most lead active outdoor lifestyles. People also enjoy taking the time to stop and talk - and to find out where visitors are actually from.

About AustraLearn

AustraLearn has developed a website specifically designed for individuals seeking degree programs abroad.

As the application center for 33 universities in Australia and New Zealand, AustraLearn assists all U.S. and Canadian students with finding, applying to, and enrolling in a degree program overseas. 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.

Highlights: The University of Tasmania will assist international students in meeting local students and making the most of their vacation and weekend time. Possibilities include bushwalking and camping in spectacular mountain national parks, climbing peaks, rafting whitewater rivers (from beginners to the seriously insane), stargazing (the stars have to be seen to be believed) and searching for nocturnal wildlife like possums, owls, Tassie devils and wallabies, mainland trips to Uluru (Ayers Rock) or the Barrier Reef, and whatever else takes our students' interest. There is a wide variety of sporting and social clubs which cater to most interests, from bushwalking to soccer and everything in between.

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.

Degree Level: Masters Degree

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-Program 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