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USC offers you the best of both worlds - an exceptional education in an outstanding location. The 2011 International Student Barometer ranked USC first for student safety. In 2012, Australia's Good Universities Guide awarded USC five stars for teaching quality and the highest student satisfaction rating of any public university in Queensland.
About Us
USC is one of Australia's newest and fastest-growing universities, offering flexible degree programs in the Faculty of Arts and Business and the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering. An international student population of just over 700 and a total student population of around 8000 allows a level of interaction that larger institutions can only envy.
Location
USC's Sippy Downs campus is in the heart of the Sunshine Coast region, with privately owned, resort-style student apartments conveniently located nearby. USC students enjoy easy access to beautiful beaches, vibrant coastal communities, hinterland rainforests, restaurants, shopping centres, nightlife and other local attractions.
USC's bus interchange services the Sunshine Coast and connects with trains to Queensland's capital city, Brisbane.
The Sunshine Coast is an ideal base for exploring Australia's big cities, the outback or the tropics.
Student Services
Application, arrival and orientation
USC International will help you with your application and arrival.
Once you arrive, you will receive:
- a comprehensive orientation
- a campus tour (introduction to staff and services)
- invitations to activities and events.
To apply online, visit http://www.usc.edu.au/internationalapply.
English language support
If English is not your first language and you are enrolled in a degree program, USC provides English language support during your first semester.
Academic skills assistance
- academic writing and study skills help
- workshops on critical thinking, essay writing, avoiding plagiarism, report writing and the Australian university system
- group and individual consultations
- online self-help
Careers services
- assistance finding part-time work
- career counselling and planning
- job search - industry-specific workshops and information
- resumes and job applications
- Career Hub - an online job site for USC students
- Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE)
- careers fair and employer information on campus
- Employability Program to develop career skills
For more information, visit http://www.usc.edu.au/living-on-the-sunshine-coast.
Other support services
- counselling services
- Peer Adviser programs
- disability support
- Student Mentor programs
- wellbeing and health advice
For more information, visit http://www.usc.edu.au/internationalstudentservices.
Courses
At USC, you can study disciplines including business and information technology; communication and design; education; health and sport science; humanities and social sciences; and science and sustainability.
Work-integrated learning
USC degrees often explore the practical application of theories learned, with courses taught by industry professionals or involving a workplace component, so students graduate with workplace-relevant skills.
Flexible program structure
Many USC degree programs allow you to combine courses to suit your interests and ambitions. By adding courses from one discipline to courses in a complementary discipline, you can graduate with skills that will open doors in the workplace.
Professional recognition
USC's professional programs are designed to meet membership requirements for professional associations, and our students have regular opportunities to interact with those associations.
For more information, visit www.usc.edu.au/internationalprograms.
Locations
Sippy Downs
Sippy Downs Drive SIPPY DOWNS QLD Australia
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Student Profiles
Meghann, Philippines
Bachelor of Nursing Science
"Australia is a stunning country and the Sunshine Coast is such a beautiful place. I am most attracted to the beaches here on the Sunshine Coast. I just looooove going to the beach! I live 5 minutes from the beach and I always go for a swim or even just a walk after uni and work. I also love going to Buderim forest for a walk. I like going to Montville and Maleny for a Sunday drive. The people here are lovely too. The teachers are very patient and supportive of the students. They are very approachable. They do their best so you understand what they are teaching. The staff from USC International are also very helpful. I was really pleased. They really do take good care of international students. I would recommend EVERYTHING about USC to my friends and other students. The place where the uni is situated is conducive to learning. The teachers are very good, and they have excellent facilities to aid students with their studies."
