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Alexander Cates Hamilton College

Major: Neuroscience

IFSA-Butler program: University of Otago

Why did you choose New Zealand for study abroad?It’s always been a dream to go to New Zealand. Its landscape and wildlife is so unique that it made it to the top of my bucket list and I took the opportunity to go there when I got it.

What is your favorite memory of New Zealand? The first day of the bike tour I did over mid-semester break, we followed a river and saw some old sluicing fields; it was absolutely gorgeous and incredibly peaceful!

How did IFSA-Butler help enhance your experience?IFSA-Butler gave me both an immediate group of friends as well as a chance to get to see some aspects of New Zealand that I didn’t have to plan out myself.

What were you scared of before going abroad?I was traveling to the other side of the planet, that’s a big difference, but it’s exciting to get out of your comfort zone sometimes and explore.

What was your favorite IFSA-Butler event?The overnight trip on Doubtful Sound, the stars at night as well as waking up early. There are few things more peaceful than being out on a boat at 4 am.

What advice do you have for future New Zealand students?Make Kiwi friends, go play some rugby, dress nicely and you should be able to blend in fine. At the end of the day you will still be an American, just an accepted American.

Olga Eliseeva Case Western Reserve

Major: Materials Engineering and Economics

IFSA-Butler program: University of New South Wales

Why did you choose Australia for study abroad?I wanted a college that would allow me to continue studying in both of my majors as well as a place that I would never have a chance to visit again. Also I love koalas and it has been my lifelong dream to hold one. So Australia seemed like the perfect place since UNSW is rated one of the top schools in the world for Materials Engineering and Economics and there are koalas here.

What is your favorite memory of Australia? My favorite experience was watching Madame Butterfly performed on Sydney Harbour under the stars. It was an experience beyond compare with the opera house and bridge in the background and the work of a premier opera company in the forefront.

How did IFSA-Butler help enhance your experience?IFSA-Butler exposed us to a diversity of experiences that most of us would not have thought of before arriving in Sydney. They helped welcome us and took care of the little things that we didn’t think of before coming. It was a lovely welcome when things we forgot about were put in our rooms and set out for us without having to ask.

What were you scared of before going abroad?I was scared of the cultural differences that Australia would have verses the USA and Europe. I was afraid that I would not be able to contact my family or figure out classes. All of these fears seem silly when I look back.

What was your favorite IFSA-Butler activity?My favorite activity was the hike in the Blue Mountains, since it was outside the city we truly got to see the wonders Australia had to offer. The indigenous experience that went along with that opened up a world of interesting points of view and made the Australian lifestyle easier to understand.

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M O R E I M M E R S I O N

IFSA-Butler’s integrated approach to study abroad means that you can truly immerse yourself in the academics and culture of Australia or New Zealand. Our program participants get an authentic experience abroad by living and studying alongside degree students. If you want to really experience the culture of Australia or New Zealand, IFSA-Butler is the way to go.

M O R E S U P P O R T

Get the support you need before, during and after your study abroad experience by choosing IFSA-Butler. Before departure, we’ll walk you through every step of the application process, send all the information you need for your great adventure, and stand by Monday through Friday ready to answer your questions. While abroad, our on-site staff will give you a thorough orientation, organize activities and excursions, and be there for any personal or academic issues that might arise. When you choose IFSA-Butler, you’ll get 360 degrees of support.

M O R E A C A D E M I C S

IFSA-Butler offers study at some of the most prestigious universities in the Southern Hemisphere, many of which are ranked among the top 100 in the world. From humanities to engineering to sciences, with loads of specialty programs and everything in between, IFSA-Butler’s programs can meet the academic needs of just about any student. Choose from hundreds of subjects, thousands of courses and countless possibilities for your academic career.

M O R E C H O I C E S

Looking to learn more about Aboriginal music? Study science at one of the world’s most prestigious universities? Undertake marine biology in one of the most eco-friendly destinations on the planet? Whatever your plans may be, IFSA-Butler offers countless choices to meet your academic and personal goals for study abroad. Choose your experience from more than 20 IFSA-Butler programs in Australia and New Zealand.

M O R E E X C I T E M E N T

IFSA-Butler knows that having fun is an important part of study abroad, so each of our programs includes special student excursions and activities to help you experience the beauty, culture and excitement of the host country. Be an honored guest at a Māori community in New Zealand; visit the world-famous Sydney Opera House; go whitewater rafting in the midst of breathtaking scenery. All of these are just some of the activities included in the IFSA-Butler program fee.

M O R E C U LT U R E . L E S S S H O C K .

Study abroad means pairing a great academic experience with the adventure of a lifetime. IFSA-Butler helps prepare you for the unexpected so you can make the most of your time abroad. You may be studying on the other side of the world, but you’ll feel right at home with IFSA-Butler.

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I N T R O D U C T I O N

2 10 Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Study Abroad Program 3 Map of Program Locations 4 IFSA-Butler Health and Safety Support 6 What’s Included in Our Program Fees 9 IFSA-Butler Scholarship Opportunities

P R O G R A M S 12 AUSTRALIA 18 Australian National University 19 Flinders University 20 Flinders University Teacher Education 21 Griffith University 22 James Cook University 23 Macquarie University 24 University of Melbourne 25 Monash University 26 Murdoch University 27 University of New South Wales 28 University of Queensland 29 University of Sydney 30 University of Technology, Sydney 31 University of Western Australia 32 University of Wollongong

34 N E W Z E A L A N D 38 University of Auckland 39 University of Canterbury 40 Massey University 41 University of Otago 42 Victoria University of Wellington

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A D D I T I O N A L I N F O R M AT I O N 58 Eligibility and Applying 59 About IFSA-Butler and Butler University 60 IFSA-Butler Administration, Field Directors and Program Advisors 61 National Advisors Council Executive Committee and IFSA-Butler Board of Trustees 61 Acknowledgements 62 Program Comparison Chart

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Housing in a residential hall or college

Housing in a flat or apartment

Housing available with host family

One or more meals per day included

Mandatory meal plan in housing

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Location: Medium-sized city

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cost. Having a U.S. university transcript will make your academic career smoother, because most U.S. universities treat the Butler University transcript as transfer credit.

6 . Do you organize cultural excursions and activities? Some study abroad programs advertise host university activities and events as their own. IFSA-Butler staff abroad organize special cultural events and excursions just for IFSA-Butler students. Of course, host university activities are also available to our students and are a bonus to the IFSA-Butler cultural experience.

7 . Are your excursions and activities included in the program fee? IFSA-Butler’s program fees include all of our great excursions and activities. With the exception of a few optional excursions, we never ask students to pay additional money for events.

8 . Do I have to arrange my own housing? IFSA-Butler’s program fees always include housing, and IFSA-Butler guarantees that each student has university housing or IFSA-Butler housing upon arrival abroad.

9 . Do your programs include medical insurance? All IFSA-Butler programs include comprehensive accident and illness insurance at no additional cost.

10. Will I have an on-site orientation? IFSA-Butler won’t leave you out in the cold. Each program begins with an orientation in the host country. Our resident directors and other on-site staff organize and conduct the orientations themselves.

When you’re in the process of choosing a study abroad provider, be sure to ask all the right questions!

1. What is the academic quality of your programs? IFSA-Butler’s affiliated universities are top ranked in Australia and New Zealand, and some are among the highest ranked universities in the world.

2. Are all your fees listed up front? IFSA-Butler doesn’t have any hidden charges. All of our fees, plus deposits and potential supplemental fees such as meal plan charges, are clearly outlined in our program fee pages on our website.

3. Do you have scholarships? IFSA-Butler has awarded millions of dollars in scholarships over the past five years.

4. Do you have full-time staff in each host country? Some study abroad programs just give busy professors extra money to provide an occasional event or to organize a brief orientation. IFSA-Butler has offices and employs full-time staff in each country where we have programs. Our staff provide everything from thorough orientations to academic guidance to

emergency assistance.

5. Will I receive a real university transcript? Every IFSA-Butler student receives a Butler University transcript with official grade and credit translations at no extra

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I wanted a strong English speaking geology program in a geologically fascinating and remote area of the world. New Zealand was the natural choice. –Jeremiah Bernau, Vassar College

As a future educator, it is important for me to be familiar with a variety of cultures. Australia had the perfect environment for me to expand my horizons and become an independent student. –Sara Saltzman, Susquehanna University


IFSA-BUTLER PERSONALIZED CONSULTATIONS

• Health and Wellness staff monitor safety and security issues for all program locations, as well as discuss any program safety/security concerns with students, parents and advisors

• Program Advisors are specialists on country and program specific details and are available to answer any questions

• Director for Safety and Security oversees safety and security of specific program locations

IFSA-BUTLER STUDENT ORIENTATION

• Information sessions about health, wellness, safety and security, with information detailed in a Student Handbook provided to every student

• Some sessions led by local experts and practitioners in the field – local police, U.S. embassy officials, doctors, mental health professionals, etc.

• What to do, where to go, who to call, in case of an emergency

• 24/7 emergency contact information for resident staff and emergency services

HEALTH AND SAFET Y BEST PR AC TICES

• IFSA-Butler is regarded as a leader in crisis management in study abroad

• IFSA-Butler adheres to guidelines and best practices in the field of international education as established by NAFSA and the Forum on Education Abroad.

• Critical Incident Response Plans and procedures in place for all resident offices

• Extensive communication plan in place to keep students, parents and home universities informed in an emergency situation

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DEDIC ATED AND EXPERIENCED RESIDENT STAFF • Experienced, full time resident staff and program

office in every country

• Resident staff trained in student affairs and emergency response

• Staff member available to assist 24-7 in emergency situations

• Staff trained to help students transition to life in Australia or New Zealand and are available to assist with issues ranging from academics, culture shock and housing to finding a local doctor, filling a prescription and assisting in emergencies

24/7 WORLDWIDE EMERGENC Y RESPONSE

• Over 25 years of experience in emergency and crisis response

• Emergency phone number where both resident and U.S. staff can be reached after hours in an emergency situation

• Crisis Management Team headquartered in the U.S. coordinates with resident staff in emergency situations

• Crisis response plans specifically tailored for each program location

• Emergency assistance provider (through program insurance) available to assist worldwide, even when traveling outside of host country

COMPREHENSIVE MEDIC AL, SECURIT Y AND EMERGENC Y ASSISTANCE INSUR ANCE PLAN

• Comprehensive medical coverage while outside the US, with some preexisting condition coverage

• Worldwide hospital and health care referral (doctors, therapists, specialists)

• Emergency prescription replacement

• 24-hour nurse assistance

• 24-hour emergency travel arrangements

• View full plan details on our website, www.ifsa-butler.org

IFSA-Butler is a leader in study abroad health and safety best practices. We’re prepared to help our students through weather emergencies, politicalunrest, personal issues and any other unplannedproblems that can upset a study abroad experience.

AC A D E M I C S

• Tuition• Full academic advising and course selection/

approval assistance• Review of credit load abroad• Butler University transcript for easy credit transfer• Grade and credit query assistance• Permanent academic record maintenance

H O U S I N G A N D M E A L S

• Guaranteed prearranged housing• Fully furnished accommodation• Variety of housing options in many locations• Self-arranged housing option available• Meal plan options available in many programs• Some Australia programs include up to three

meals per day as part of the program fee

P R E D E PA R T U R E S U P P O R T S E R V I C E S

• U.S.-based program, academic and finance staff available on a daily basis

• Assistance finding the perfect program for you• Personalized advising and assistance from your

IFSA-Butler program advisor• Predeparture support includes a welcome packet,

Preparing to Study Abroad booklet, Money Matters booklet, email reminders and more

• Parental support, including our U.S.-based student and parent support services manager, and a parent welcome packet

• Assistance in accommodating students with disabilities

• Assistance with financial aid transfers• Travel and student visa assistance• Optional group flight arrangements for most

programs

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SERVICES ABROAD• Full-time IFSA-Butler office in each country for

local support and assistance• Student Services Coordinators (SSC) provide on-site

support• IFSA-Butler orientation program (includes

transportation, accommodation, activities, student handbook, welcome materials and most meals)

• Traditional meal hosted by our local staff• 24/7 emergency assistance

E XC U R S I O N S A N D AC T I V I T I E S (All included in the program fee! See each country section or our website for specifics.)

• Visits to historic and cultural sites• Weekend trips• Day trips• Cultural excursions• Academically and culturally relevant activities• “Off the beaten path” activities

that most students wouldn’t be able to do on their own


H E A LT H S E R V I C E S A N D E M E R G E N C Y A S S I S TA N C E

• Comprehensive medical and emergency assistance plan

• 24-hour emergency assistance and support from on-site IFSA-Butler staff

• Access to local medical facilities, specialists and mental health providers• Timely communication with students, parents and home universities in the event of an emergency abroad

Photo by IFSA-Butler student Nicholas Gregory, University of South Carolina

F I N A N C E S

• IFSA-Butler fees are set and do not change because of currency fluctuations

• IFSA-Butler awards scholarships from $500 to $5,000• Our First Generation Scholars Program gives scholarship funds and special assistance to first generation college students• Fill the GAP allows students to begin saving in advance

for study abroad, with matching funds up to $1,000

• Monthly payment plan available

• IFSA-Butler accepts transfers of home institution grants, scholarships and federal financial aid



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IFSA-Butler believes that study abroad should be within the reach of every student, so we offer a wide range of scholarships and financing services. Any applicant to an IFSA-Butler program who meets basic eligibility requirements is welcome to apply for the opportunities below.

USE YOUR FINANCIAL AID TO STUDY ABROAD!

Many students don’t realize that financial aid can help pay for study abroad. Pell Grants, Stafford Loans and PLUS loans can apply to your IFSA-Butler program.

College grants and scholarships, Perkins Loans, state grants and loans, and 529 plans may also be used for study abroad, but you’ll need to ask your home campus financial aid office about their policies for transferring these types of aid.

SPECIAL AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND SCHOLARSHIPS David Farrington Memorial Scholarship Noah Burris Memorial ScholarshipEach scholarship awards $3,500 for study at Australia university

Massey UniversityMassey gives Study Awards up to $1,000

University of New South WalesThe Peter & Helen Pearl Scholarship awards up to $10,000 for business students

University of CanterburyScholarships from NZ$2,500 to NZ$5,000

Education New Zealand$2,000 travel awards to fund air travel to New Zealand. $500 scholarships also awarded

GENERAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Awards are $1,500 for semester programs and $2,500 for full year programs and may be used for any IFSA-Butler program.

FIRST GENERATION SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship valued at $2,500 is for first generation college student and is used to reimburse certain up-front expenses for study abroad, including airfare, visa costs and passport fees. The scholarship for some recipients may include a $500 housing scholarship.

FILL THE GAP

Fill the GAP allows students to save in advance for any IFSA-Butler program and includes a matching grant up to $1,000.

WORK-TO-STUDY GRANTS

Build your resume and help pay for study abroad at the same time! Work-to-Study grants allow students to work on special projects before or during their study abroad experience. IFSA-Butler pays $250 to $1,000 for completed projects. Positions are typically available in marketing and communications, website development or in clerical projects.

UPFRONT PROGRAM

UpFront allows students to put airfare and their program deposit on their IFSA-Butler student account in order minimize up-front costs. The account may then be paid with financial aid or our monthly payment option.



CO N N E C T W I T H U S

Use #ifsabutler while you’re abroad to let us know what you’re up to!

TWITTER CHATSWe run regular Twitter chats on topics ranging from predeparture preparations to career advice and more. Connect with us on Twitter (@ifsabutler) for details! #IFSABUTLER CHALLENGEEach month, we will be selecting our favorite photo submitted to the #IFSAButler hashtag and sending the winner a prize pack full of IFSA-Butler gear. Each of the monthly winners will also be entered into a drawing for a $150 Amazon gift card at the end of the year.

L E T U S F E A T U R E Y O U !

Our students around the world are living unforgettable adventures, and we want to share them with the world. Connect with us on your favorite platform and you could be the next face of the IFSA-Butler experience!


PHOTO CONTESTWe want to see your best shots from your semester abroad. Prizes available in multiple categories, including Amazon gift cards for the top photos. Contest details are available on our website at http://www.ifsa-butler.org/for-alumni/ alumni-photo-contest.html VIDEO CONTESTGet your GoPros, video cameras and smartphones ready! Awesome prizes are up for grabs each semester for the student videos that best capture the IFSA-Butler experience. Contest details are available on our website at http://www.ifsa-butler.org/ for-alumni/alumni-video-contest.html

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M E L B O U R N EFrequently voted one of the world’s most livable cities, Melbourne is Australia’s

capital of sophistication. It’s also the arts capital of Australia,

so take advantage of the area’s theatres, concert venues, galleries, arts events and thriving local music scene. Among its world-class sporting teams and events are Aussie Rules football, the Melbourne Cup (horse racing), the Australian Masters (golf ) and the Australian Grand Prix (Formula One racing). You can swim at great beaches just outside the city or walk the trails of Mornington Peninsula National Park for magnificent views of seascapes.

C A N B E R R ACanberra is a modern and vibrant city offering an exciting

blend of urban living and nature. Nestled within the leafy

surroundings are stylish restaurants, cafés and nightclubs; shopping and markets; galleries and museums; and bike paths and walking trails. As the seat of Australian Government, Canberra is home to national museums, galleries, memorials and research institutions. Canberra is also home to diplomats and visitors from all over the world, adding to the multicultural flavor and diversity of the city.

P E R T HOnly Perth can boast that it has more hours of sunshine

than any other capital city in Australia! This relaxed yet

sophisticated metropolis features the best of urban beauty and excitement, and some of Australia’s best beaches. Its historic parks and gardens are a great place to relax. Entertainment options include restaurants, museums and a student-friendly shopping district with a wide variety of upscale boutiques, department stores, authentic Australian merchandise and duty-free shops.

A D E L A I D EA hidden jewel unknown to many American students, Adelaide offers

the best of cosmopolitan city life with the friendliness of a small university

town. Adelaide is home to a lively cultural scene with visual and performing arts, galleries, museums and festivals. You’ll find plenty of shopping opportunities here, including one of the largest shopping malls in the Southern Hemisphere. In the areas surrounding Adelaide are some of Australia’s best beaches, camping and hiking venues, and vineyards.

W O L LO N G O N GLocated in one of the most beautiful settings in Australia and just a

ninety-minute drive or train ride from the heart of

downtown Sydney, Wollongong provides the perfect learning environment. The main campus, an immaculately landscaped 82-hectare facility, is minutes from white sand beaches bordering the Pacific Ocean. The city of Wollongong itself combines a lower cost of living, proximity to Sydney and a relaxing lifestyle to help students get the most out of their studies.

C A I R N SCairns enjoys a youthful atmosphere with plenty of cafés, restaurants and entertainment. It’s also a popular destination for Aussies and others from around the world who want to relax and have fun amid beautiful surroundings. The Great Barrier Reef is just 30 minutes away, as are tropical rainforests.

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Macquarie University

University of New South Wales

University of Sydney

University of Technology, Sydney

Sydney Opera House

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Queen Victoria Building

Taronga Zoo

Bondi Beach

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Sydney HarbourNational Park

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S Y D N E YRenowned for its multicultural flavor, Sydney

is without a doubt one of the most amazing cities in the world. The possibilities for education,

culture, entertainment and sports are nearly endless in this thriving metropolis. At its heart is a spectacular harbor, home to the famous sails of the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Distinct neighborhoods linked by excellent public transportation offer a huge range of lifestyles and cultures. Darling Harbour is Sydney’s glittering entertainment district and a hub of endless fun. When you’re looking to unwind from the fast pace of Sydney, visit the Blue Mountains in the west or sample some of Australia’s best wines in the Hunter Valley, just north of Sydney.

TO W N S V I L L ETownsville is a thriving coastal city and Australia’s largest tropical city. Townsville offers the best of both worlds: a city with plenty of amenities, but also located on the coast and close to the mountains of North Queensland. Townsville is a great place to try your hand at skydiving, fishing, jet skiing, bushwalking or scuba diving.

B R I S B A N EThe state capital of Queensland, Brisbane is a multicultural city of tropical charm with a laid-back outdoor lifestyle. It’s also Australia’s greenest city, and the region’s unique plants and animals are an attraction for Aussies throughout the region and country. Brisbane is the ideal location for visiting some of Australia’s most amazing natural wonders,

including beaches, rainforests and wildlife parks. Brisbane’s selection of restaurants, cafés and nightlife won’t disappoint the student interested in a truly urban experience.

G O L D CO A S TA fast-growing metropolis and one of Australia’s most popular tourist destinations, Gold Coast is famous for sun, surf and sand. The city features 70 kilometers of

beautiful beaches, vast rainforest and breathtaking scenery. Gold Coast offers more than just beaches, however. The seventh largest city in Australia, it has more than 500 restaurants, major shopping centers, four major theme parks and nightlife galore. It’s also a convenient gateway to area rainforests,

natural wetlands, sugar cane farms and outdoor recreation facilities.



Photo by IFSA-Butler student Caitlin Lanphear, Stonehill College

The whole IFSA-Butler staff has been unfailingly kind, patient, and helpful. Their efforts to create a cohesive social group by planning so many events are also noticed and greatly appreciated. They were also highly accessible, responding to my numerous inquiries in an incredibly timely fashion.–Jeremy Price, Vanderbilt University

Julie Anne Hoffman Columbia University

Major: Architecture

IFSA-Butler program: University of Sydney

Why did you choose Australia for study abroad?

In going abroad my main concern was finding adventure, and what better place to do so than the complete other side of the world? I wanted a place that was exciting, but not somewhere that I could easily get to.

What is your favorite memory of Australia?

By far my favorite memory was towards the end of my study abroad experience. I was on a trip to Cairns to see the Great Barrier Reef with one of my close friends from the trip. After an exciting day scuba diving, we sat near the water just talking for hours. It was the perfect end to an amazing semester, and I learned a lot about myself that night and the type of person I wanted to be and who my time abroad had shaped me into being.

How did IFSA-Butler help enhance your experience?

IFSA-Butler did a great job making me feel comfortable and providing me with opportunities I otherwise would not have had. I got to take a cruise on the Sydney Harbour, spend a weekend in the country, take part in the color run and so much more. My advisers were always there if I needed a parent away from home, someone to always turn to when I needed to talk. IFSA-Butler fostered the unforgettable memories I made abroad.

What was your favorite IFSA-Butler activity?

My favorite event was Country Life Weekend. It was not only an amazing opportunity to see different animals and catch a glimpse of what living on a farm is like, but it was also a great bonding experience with my friends. It was nice to have a host family and eat a home-cooked meal after three months of my horrible peanut butter and jellys. The country was beautiful and I have never seen a more amazing view of the stars than those few nights.

What advice do you have for future Australia students?

The main difference I found was that most people tend to measure the quality of life in happiness rather than in success and money. The best advice I could give is to simply give into that. Go surfing without a care in the world, scuba dive just because you can, and do what makes you happy. Take time to live in the moment and be happy and adventurous.

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WELCOME TO IFSA-BUTLER’S PROGRAM IN AUSTRALIA!

Australia is a beautiful country, filled with friendly

people, and an outstanding environment. You can

learn at world-renowned universities, with extensive

varieties of disciplines and take classes with practical

field trips and unique research opportunities. And let’s

not forget where you’ll be living! Australian cities are

rated tops in the world for their livability and culture.

Not only will you have amazing adventures, make

incredible friends, grow academically and culturally,

you’ll also have personalised support every step of the

way, which makes stepping out of your comfort zone

and challenging yourself by trying new things that

much easier. Don’t forget that our Aussie Experience

Weekends, cultural and welcome events are a great

way to see and experience Australia!

An amazing four-day orientation in Sydney is also

included and a great way to start off your semester.

We do think that you’ve made a brilliant decision to

come to Australia through IFSA-Butler, and we are so

looking forward to welcoming you down under!

Cheers!

Christi Hoover, Resident Director

and all the IFSA-Butler staff in Australia


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Orientation• Located in the Rocks Districts, one of Sydney’s oldest and

most hip areas and less than a 10-minute walk to the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and Circular Quay

• Visit Sydney’s countless cultural attractions while also experiencing beach life in Australia

• Sightseeing excursions with guide to some of Sydney’s famous landmarks

• Blue Mountains day trip: Includes a visit to Featherdale Wildlife park, where you can feed kangaroos and get a photo with a koala; hiking; Scenic World; and visiting the Waradah Aboriginal Educational Centre (including live dance performances and demonstrations)

• Welcome Dinner at a traditional Aussie pub• Sydney Harbour dinner cruise

Cultural and sporting events• Cultural and sporting events in each host city• Past events have included a National Rugby League

game, Australian Football League game, sea kayaking, music festival, and a theatre or music performance

Excursions• Welcome event for each city, tailored by Student

Services Coordinator (SSC) to showcase the best that each city has to offer

• Past events include bicycle tours, kayaking trip, Amazing Race contest and more

• Aussie Experience days: Day or weekend trips, with past events including trips to Barossa Valley, whale watching boat trips, sailing, trips to local island and rafting

• Country Life Weekend for programs in Sydney and Wollongong, with the opportunity to spend a weekend in the country with a local family

• Country Life Weekend activities include a farm tour, bushwalking, star gazing, BBQs, farm activities, animal spotting and great home cooked meals

Other activities and services• Afternoon teas, pizza afternoons and regular campus

visits by IFSA-Butler SSCs• Program hoodie• Farewell celebration and meal with slideshow

presentation

Unless otherwise noted, all excursions, activities and events are included in the IFSA-Butler program fee


Country Life Weekend was hands down the best weekend I had in Australia. I hadn’t realized how much I had gotten lost in the hustle and bustle of the city, but a weekend away taught me that I needed to find ways to relax. All in all, Country Life had the perfect timing in the semester.–Michael Brown, Wake Forest University


Location: CanberraCity population: 365,000Enrollment: 18,400Required GPA: 3.0 (4.0 scale)

Application deadlines: March 15 Semester 2 (July-Nov) Academic year (July-June) October 1 Semester 1 (Feb-June) Calendar year (Feb-Nov)

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS• One of Australia’s most prestigious universities and

ranked among the top 50 universities worldwide• A parkland campus in the heart of Australia’s capital• Ideal for students interested in research-led education• Students learn and study alongside world leading

scholars• A vibrant campus community with a higher than

average number of staff per student• A great destination for sports lovers: The campus

offers more than 30 sports clubs, a recreational complex and numerous sports fields and courts

• Multiple research opportunities available

HOUSINGStudents live in a residential hall or in shared apartments. The residential hall has a full meal plan and the apartments offer shared kitchens where students can prepare their own meals.

AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL UNIVERSIT Y

Available Areas of Study

Arts and HumanitiesBusiness and EconomicsEngineeringFine ArtsNatural SciencesSocial Sciences

Popular SubjectsAstronomyBiologyDevelopment StudiesEconomicsPacific StudiesPeace/Conflict StudiesPhysicsPolitical Science

See page 43 for a full list of available subjects

CRICOS PROVIDER NUMBER: 00120C

InternshipsStudents from any major may participate in an internship at ANU. Because Canberra is Australia’s capital city, internships are available in a wide range of academic areas and organizations. Placement possibilities include Parliament, nonprofits, embassies and nongovernment organizations.

For more information, see page 52.

A U S T R A L I A

I loved our orientation in Sydney. It was nice to get to visit a different city before starting the actual program. –Michelle Ingold, Oklahoma State University

Location: AdelaideCity population: 1.2 millionEnrollment: 21,800Required GPA: 2.5 (4.0 scale), 3.0 for psychology

Application deadlines: March 15 Semester 2 (July-Nov) Academic year (July-June) November 1 Semester 1 (Feb-June) Calendar year (Feb-Nov)

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS• A reputation for academic excellence• Terrific location near beaches and water sports• A spacious, green campus with modern buildings

nine miles from the city center• First-class playing fields for all major sports, tennis

courts and two modern, indoor sports center• Campus Community Services offers an art gallery,

music listening room, shop and several cafeterias• Great range of courses and flexibility in course

selection across departments

HOUSINGStudents live in apartment-style accommodation with an active social and cultural life throughout the semester. Each apartment resident has a single bedroom. Students prepare their own meals in the apartment kitchens.

FLINDERS UNIVERSIT Y

A U S T R A L I A


Arts and HumanitiesBusiness and EconomicsEngineeringFine ArtsHealth SciencesNatural SciencesSocial Sciences

Popular SubjectsBiologyBusinessComputer/Software EngineeringDrama/TheatreEnvironmental ScienceFood Science/NutritionNursingPsychology


CRICOS PROVIDER NUMBER: 00114A



C O M M U N I T Y - B A S E D L E A R N I N G

Location: AdelaideCity population: 1.2 millionEnrollment: 21,800Required GPA: 3.0 (4.0 scale)


PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS• A choice of two tracks, one with coursework in a wide

range of subjects, and a more specialized education track with a student teaching option

• Student teaching placement available in semester 1, though practical teaching elements may be incorporated into semester 2 courses

• Student teaching available at elementary, middle and high schools

• Flinders’ education program is well respected throughout Australia and around the world

• “Buddy” pairings with Australian education students

HOUSINGStudents live in apartment-style accommodation with an active social and cultural life throughout the semester. Students prepare their own meals in the apartment kitchens.

STUDENT TEACHINGThis program offers education majors the unique experience of student teaching in Australia. Student teaching opportunities are available in elementary, middle and high schools, and specialty placements such as languages, physical education and special education are also possible. Supporting courses complement the student teaching experience, and participants will also receive supervision and guidance from Flinders University education faculty. Student teaching placements are available during semester 1.

FLINDERS UNIVERSIT Y TEACHER EDUCATION

A U S T R A L I A



Available SubjectsEarly Childhood EducationHealth/Physical EducationLanguage EducationPrimary EducationSecondary EducationSpecial EducationStudent Teaching

Other courses at Flinders—See page 19 for popular subjects and page 43 for a full list of subjects available at Flinders


Location: Brisbane, Gold CoastCity population: Brisbane 2 million Gold Coast 500,000Enrollment: Brisbane 13,900 Gold Coast 16,500Required GPA: 2.5 (4.0 scale)


PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS• One of the Asia-Pacific region’s most progressive and

dynamic universities• Multidisciplinary approach to teaching and research• Great possibilities for integration with Aussie students• Three campuses: Nathan in Toohey National Park,

15 minutes from central Brisbane; the art and music schools, across the river from Brisbane’s central business district; and Gold Coast, a modern campus in a beautiful setting

• Program options include the Queensland College of Art and the Queensland Conservatorium of Music

HOUSINGBrisbane, College of Art and Conservatorium students live in residence halls on the Nathan Campus. Gold Coast students live in the Griffith University Village or in apartments near the beach. All Gold Coast students purchase or prepare their own meals. The program fee includes three meals per day for Nathan housing.

GRIFFITH UNIVERSIT Y

A U S T R A L I A


Arts and HumanitiesBusiness and EconomicsEngineeringFine ArtsHealth SciencesNatural SciencesSocial Sciences Popular SubjectsBiomedical EngineeringEconomicsEducationGamingNursingPhysical TherapySports Management


CRICOS PROVIDER NUMBER: 00233E

Photos courtesy Griffith University

InternshipsVarious internships are available through the university at placements in businesses, nonprofit organizations, government offices and community volunteer centers. Internships are unpaid but are worth 4 U.S. semester credits and replace one class at Griffith.




Locations: Cairns, TownsvilleCity population: Cairns 170,000 Townsville 180,000Enrollment: Cairns campus 4,000 Townsville campus 11,500Required GPA: 2.8 (4.0 scale)


PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS• Ranked in the top 4 percent of universities worldwide

by the Academic Rankings of World Universities• JCU is the second oldest university in Queensland

and Australia’s leading university in the tropics• A strong commitment to the study of indigenous

culture• Smaller class sizes, accessible teaching staff and

supportive environment• Many opportunities for hands-on fieldwork• Two friendly campuses: Townsville and Cairns• Each campus has extensive bike paths and bus

services to entertainment and attractions

HOUSINGHousing at Townsville is in on-campus residence halls. Housing at Cairns is at the Cairns Student Lodge, located just a short walk from campus. The program fee includes three meals per day for the Townsville campus and two meals per day for the Cairns campus.

JAMES COOK UNIVERSIT Y

A U S T R A L I A



Popular SubjectsAccountingCommunicationsDevelopment StudiesGraphic DesignMarine ScienceMechanical EngineeringSpeech PathologyTourism


CRICOS PROVIDER NUMBER: 00117J

Photo courtesy James Cook University

Location: SydneyCity population: 4.65 millionEnrollment: 29,000Required GPA: 2.5 (4.0 scale)


PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS• A beautiful, green campus set among rolling hills

in North Ryde, 12 miles north of Sydney• An easy bus or train ride into central Sydney• A university committed to internationalization• Unusual courses and non-traditional subjects

available• A diverse student body with a true sense of

community• PACE program enables students to undertake

community service and learning activities with partner organizations

• A world-renowned Global Leadership Certificate Program

HOUSINGMacquarie housing is in a community of student townhouses directly across from the main campus. Each townhouse accommodates five students and has private bedrooms and bathrooms with shared kitchen, dining and living facilities. Students prepare their own meals.

MACQUARIE UNIVERSIT Y

A U S T R A L I A



Popular SubjectsAnatomy/PhysiologyAsian StudiesBusinessComputer ScienceEducationElectrical EngineeringMusic TechnologySpeech Pathology



InternshipsMacquarie’s PACE program enables students to work with partner organizations in a range of workplace activities such as internships, practicums, field excursions, community service and research projects. PACE courses are worth 3 U.S. semester credit hours.



Location: MelbourneCity population: 4 millionEnrollment: 44,000Required GPA: 3.0 (4.0 scale)


PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS• Named the top university in Australia and 33rd in the

world by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings

• AACSB-accredited business school• Spacious, green campus located in the heart of

Melbourne, Australia’s most cultured city• Courses available in all areas of study, including

humanities, sciences, business, economics and fine arts

• Unique study and interdisciplinary climate change courses

• Hundreds of societies, sporting clubs and activities

HOUSINGUniversity of Melbourne housing is in residential colleges on campus or in UniLodge, a privately-owned student complex in downtown Melbourne within walking distance of the campus. Residential colleges have mandatory meal plans. Students who live in UniLodge purchase or prepare their own meals.

UNIVERSIT Y OF MELBOURNE

A U S T R A L I A



Popular SubjectsArchitectureBiotechnologyBusinessEconomicsMathematicsNeurosciencePhysicsSports Science


CRICOS PROVIDER NUMBER: 00116K

Location: MelbourneCity population: 4 millionEnrollment: 26,500Required GPA: 2.5 (4.0 scale)


PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS• One of Australia’s largest and most academically

prestigious universities• Ranked among the top 100 universities in the world• Member of the prestigious Group of Eight, Australia’s

leading research universities• More than 6,000 courses in 10 faculties on two

campuses, Clayton and Caulfield• A great choice for big-city living on a small budget• Monash Abroad supplements IFSA-Butler in-country

support with excursions and social events

HOUSINGHousing is with Australian and international students in halls of residence on the Clayton Campus. Students purchase or prepare their own meals in a shared kitchen or pay as they go in a central dining hall on campus.

MONASH UNIVERSIT Y

A U S T R A L I A



Popular SubjectsArchaeologyAsian StudiesBiomedical EngineeringComputer ScienceEnvironmental EngineeringPsychologySocial WorkTourism



Photos courtesy Monash University



Location: PerthCity population: 1.6 millionEnrollment: 22,000Required GPA: 2.6 (4.0 scale)


PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS• A modern, student-centered university with a national

reputation for excellence across teaching and research• International student excursions include a 10-day

Outback safari and special events and activities• An Environmental Technology Centre on campus,

part of the United Nations Environmental Programme International Environmental Technology Centre (UNEP-IETC), Asia Pacific Cooperation Research Centre

• Member of the Innovative Research Universities Australia (IRU Australia)

• Its friendly, suburban campus has a reputation for inclusiveness and for offering a wide range of activities and social opportunities

• Flexible academic structure

HOUSINGMurdoch housing is in the Student Village, a 10-minute walk from most university buildings. Students cook their own meals in shared kitchens.

MURDOCH UNIVERSIT Y

A U S T R A L I A


Arts and HumanitiesBusiness and EconomicsEngineeringHealth SciencesNatural SciencesSocial Sciences

Popular SubjectsAnimal Science/ZoologyBusinessDevelopment StudiesExercise ScienceInternational RelationsMicrobiologyPublic RelationsSociology



Photos courtesy Murdoch University



PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS• Member of the prestigious Group of Eight, Australia’s

leading research universities • A relaxed, friendly atmosphere• High faculty-to-student ratio ensures personal

attention• A special scholarship for business majors awards up to

$10,000 for study at UNSW• Great flexibility in course selection

HOUSINGAll students are housed in a residential college with single bedrooms and shared bathrooms. The college offers intermural sports, resident programming and Internet lounges. The IFSA-Butler program fee covers three meals per day Monday through Friday, and brunch and dinner on the weekends.

UNIVERSIT Y OF NEW SOUTH WALES

A U S T R A L I A



Popular SubjectsArchitectureAustralian/Aboriginal StudiesBusinessCivil EngineeringFine ArtsGeneticsJournalismPharmacy/Pharmacology


CRICOS PROVIDER NUMBER: 00098G

InternshipsThe University of New South Wales offers internships in business and media studies. Although placements vary each semester, internships are available in a wide range of businesses and organizations. See page 56 for more information.



Location: BrisbaneCity population: 2 millionEnrollment: 43,370Required GPA: 3.0 (4.0 scale)


PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS• A large, comprehensive, research-intensive institution

of international standing• Member of the prestigious Group of Eight, Australia’s

leading research universities• Ranked among the top 100 universities in the world• AACSB-accredited business school• Home of Australia’s largest university marine research

station on the Great Barrier Reef• Magnificent main campus at St. Lucia, less than three

miles from the city center and accessible by excellent public transportation

• Students can also choose the rural Gatton Campus, a leader in animal science, veterinary studies, agriculture and environmental studies

HOUSINGHousing is in a shared apartment in Urbanest, a student accommodation center located in South Bank, 20 minutes from campus. Students may also apply to live in one of two residential colleges near campus. Students living at Urbanest prepare their own meals, while the residential colleges have mandatory meal plans.

UNIVERSIT Y OF QUEENSLAND

A U S T R A L I A



Popular SubjectsBiotechnologyBusinessComputer EngineeringEconomicsEnvironmental ScienceMusic PerformanceNeurosciencePsychology


CRICOS PROVIDER NUMBER: 00025B

Photo courtesy University of Queensland

Photo by IFSA-Butler student Tessa Bellone, Wesleyan University



PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS• One of Australia’s most prestigious universities• Enjoys a worldwide reputation for academic

excellence• Campus architecture modeled after the University

of Oxford• AACSB-accredited business school• Campus located next to the laid-back, trendy

Newtown neighborhood with its café culture and New Age attitude

• Over 4,000 courses available in a huge range of disciplines

HOUSINGHousing is with international and Australian students in Urbanest student accommodation or in one of three residential colleges. Residential colleges have mandatory meals plans, and students living at Urbanest prepare their own meals.

UNIVERSIT Y OF SYDNEY

A U S T R A L I A



Popular SubjectsAnthropologyBiologyChemical EngineeringFilm StudiesMarine ScienceMarketingOccupational TherapyPolitical Science



InternshipsThe University of Sydney offers internship options for students with a 3.2 GPA or higher. Interns spend at least 15 days working on a specialized project with the internship employer. See page 57 for more information.

Photo courtesy University of Sydney


Photo by IFSA-Butler student Tessa Bellone, Wesleyan University




PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS• Live and study at Sydney’s city university, where

creativity meets technology• Ranked among the top 100 universities in the world

for engineering and technology subjects• An AACSB-accredited business school• State-of-the-art facilities at a vibrant campus• Practice-oriented education and research• Easy access to Sydney’s main attractions, all within

walking distance or an easy bus or train ride away• Students may select courses across subjects and will

have a study plan individually tailored for them

HOUSINGHousing is with Australian and international students in recently built Urbanest student accommodation. Students prepare their own meals in shared kitchens.

UNIVERSIT Y OF TECHNOLOGY, SYDNEY

A U S T R A L I A



Popular SubjectsAnatomy/PhysiologyBusinessElectrical EngineeringGraphic DesignJournalismNursingStatisticsStudio Art


CRICOS PROVIDER NUMBER: 00099F

Location: PerthCity population: 1.6 millionEnrollment: 21,000Required GPA: 3.0 (4.0 scale)


PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS• One of Australia’s leading universities, with an

international reputation for academic excellence• A friendly, beautiful campus with open courtyards

and Mediterranean-style architecture• Located just three miles from the city center and near

some of Australia’s top beaches• Vast course offerings and a hands-on approach to

learning• Well-equipped teaching, research and computing

facilities, including the main Reid Library and 14 branch and departmental libraries

HOUSINGHousing is in University Hall adjacent to the campus. University Hall has a full schedule of social, musical and athletic activities. The hall is on a bus route 10 minutes from the city and 10 minutes from the nearest beach. The hall offers a meal plan of seven flexible meals per week, with access to kitchens for students to prepare their other meals.

UNIVERSIT Y OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA

A U S T R A L I A



Popular SubjectsArchitectureBusinessBiomedical ScienceCivil EngineeringGeologyJournalismMarine ScienceTourism



Photos courtesy University of Western Australia

I’m a lover of warm weather, and Perth is relatively warm year round. And you can take a bus only an hour out and you’re in the wilderness. –Nicole Ciemniak, Illinois Wesleyan University



Location: WollongongCity population: 284,000Enrollment: 30,000Required GPA: 3.0 (4.0 scale)


PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS• Excellent academics in a friendly, supportive

environment• An ecologically designed campus between the

foothills of Mt. Keira and the Pacific Ocean• Ranked in the top 2 percent of universities worldwide• Known for innovative approaches to teaching,

learning and research

HOUSINGWollongong housing is in residential college-style halls that are a walk or shuttle ride from campus. The program fee includes 17 meals per week in the college dining hall.

THEMED STUDY OPPORTUNITIESIFSA-Butler and the University of Wollongong offer innova-tive study opportunities. These course groupings focus on cutting-edge study in the following areas:

• Australian and Indigenous Studies • Creative Writing• Digital and Creative Arts• Engineering• Information Technology and Information Systems• International Relations and Business in Asia• Landscape, Environment and Ecology of Australia (includes science research internship)• Medical and Health Sciences• Media, Culture and Communications• Pre-Law• Psychology• Public and Indigenous Health• Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship (includes business internship)

The study themes also incorporate a variety of practical field study such as volunteer opportunities and academic projects.

UNIVERSIT Y OF WOLLONGONG

A U S T R A L I A



Popular SubjectsAsian StudiesBiologyEnvironmental ScienceFine ArtsGraphic DesignMechanical EngineeringNursingTourism



Photo courtesy University of Wollongong

InternshipsInternships are available in science research and business. Interns conduct research alongside PhD students, fellows or academics. For more information see page 55.

Photo by IFSA-Butler student Emma Handzo, Franklin & Marshall College


Country Life was the BEST and it came at the perfect time right in the middle of the program when people start to want a home and good food. Awesome weekend, would definitely do it again!–Alison Eleey, University of the South

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AucklandUniversity of Auckland

Massey University

Palmerston NorthMassey University

WELLINGTONMassey UniversityVictoria University of Wellington

ChristchurchUniversity of Canterbury

DunedinUniversity of Otago

C H R I S TC H U R C HChristchurch’s location on the east coast of the South

Island makes it a perfect environment for recreation.

Beautiful sandy beaches are nearby, and skiing and snowboarding can be found at five ski fields within 90 minutes of the city. If you’re interested in visiting some of New Zealand’s most stunning places, South Island attractions such as alpine resorts, white water rafting, whale watching, surfing, kayaking, bungy jumping and world-class wineries are easily accessible from Christchurch.

D U N E D I NAlthough a relatively small city, Dunedin boasts many natural attractions, as well

as facilities usually available only in much larger cities.

Dunedin is a gateway to central Otago and Fiordland, which offer New Zealand’s most spectacular natural attractions and great opportunities for hiking, water sports and adventure tourism. The region is also home to Queenstown and Wanaka, the best ski and boarding resorts in the Southern Hemisphere.

W E L L I N G TO NWith more restaurants and cafés per capita than New York City,

Wellington is a vibrant, cosmopolitan destination

with a difference. The compact layout of the city center allows quick, easy access to the waterfront and surrounding green hillsides. Wellington is also at the center of New Zealand and is a great location for exploring either the North or South Islands of the country.

N E W Z E A L A N DAU C K L A N DA picturesque city with a chic, multicultural outlook, Auckland is home to one-third of New Zealand’s population. Its spectacular location between two harbors allows you to take advantage of the city’s endless opportunities for water sports, including waterskiing, sea kayaking, sailing and more. The city also offers some of the best nightlife in the country, with clubs and bars featuring cutting-edge Kiwi bands. It’s clear why Auckland consistently ranks among the top 10 most liveable cities in the world!

PA L M E R S TO N N O R T HA sophisticated and student friendly city, Palmerston

North is full of libraries, museums, theatre, cinemas,

boutiques, restaurants, cafés and bars. Its excellent sporting and cultural facilities include a national sports stadium, the Institute of Sport and Rugby and many local marae. The city’s student population gives it a young, hip feel, and its strategic location offers easy access to outdoor activities.

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Sarah Tensa Oregon State University

Major: Food Science & Technology


Why did you choose New Zealand for study abroad?

I wanted to go somewhere that was not as populated and would be a place where I could go on adventures. I had a friend who went to New Zealand and loved it and told me I would love it there.

What is your favorite memory of New Zealand?

Learning Maori performance in class and taking a road trip through the North Island.

How did IFSA-Butler help enhance your experience?

IFSA-Butler brought us to places I probably wouldn’t have gone to on my own. I was also able to ask questions about Kiwi culture and slang without having to be too embarrassed about asking. Our IFSA-Butler Student Services Coordinator Josh was willing to teach us about rugby and cricket and other integral parts of NZ sports.

What was your favorite IFSA-Butler event?

The overnight in Doubtful Sound and going to a rugby game.

What were you scared of before going abroad?

I was scared of having flatmates that were very different than me and we would not get along. And not being able to meet others with the same interests as me.

What advice do you have for future New Zealand students?

Grades for classes are determined by a few assessments, usually an essay and exam, and not much homework or other points. The exams are harder than typical American tests so you need to study more for them.

S T U D E N T P R O F I L E


Photo by IFSA-Butler student Alice Contopolous, Vanderbilt University

Photo by IFSA-Butler student Emily Dugan, Ursinus College

HAERE MAI, WELCOME TO AOTEAROA NEW ZEALAND

from the IFSA-Butler Kiwi team! Our role is to provide

you with our renowned student support, and also to

run a fun and exciting programme of events for you

throughout the semester.

IFSA-Butler’s world-class partner universities in New

Zealand offer broad and varied study opportunities.

We are on hand to support you through orientation

and your semester, from helping you to learn the

lingo (“Sweet as, mate!”) to providing you with weekly

information about what’s on in your city, and assisting

you with your Kiwi academic progress.

We are committed to making your stay in New

Zealand an experience of a lifetime, and we promise

you’ll always fondly remember your time in our

beautiful country.

Sincerely,

Sian Munro, Resident Director

and all the IFSA-Butler staff in New Zealand


Photo by IFSA-Butler student Patrick Curtin, LeMoyne College

N E W Z E A L A N D E XC U R S I O N S , AC T I V I T I E S A N D E V E N T S

Cultural and sporting events• An overnight stay at a marae• Attend a theatre performance, arts festival event or rugby

match• Two-day New Zealand Experience weekend• Volunteering event• Day trip

University of Auckland and Massey University Auckland

• Experience spectacular views while learning about Auckland geography and New Zealand sailing during a private group sailing lesson to Waiheke Island

• Explore Waiheke Island and visit the Wild on Waikheke vineyard where you can try archery and laser claybird shooting

• New Zealand Experience Weekend: A trip to Rotorua, the heart of Māori culture, for mountain biking, whitewater rafting, luging and fun in a geothermal wonderland

University of Canterbury

• Day trip: Adrenaline junkies, this one’s for you: White-water rafting down one of New Zealand’s most scenic and exciting rivers, the Rangitata, finishing up with a Kiwi BBQ

• Volunteer Event: Visit the aftermath of the 2011 earthquake, which hit Christchurch’s Central Business District, then give a little back to Mother Nature with some tree planting to revitalize the area of Bottle Lake

University of Otago

• Cultural event: Find out more about the Dunedin’s past by researching a significant historical figure for a murder mystery dinner party at a local historic hotel

• New Zealand Experience Weekend: Stay overnight on a boat on Doubtful Sound, one of NZ’s most beautiful and remote fiords. You’ll swim, go kayaking and look for native wildlife (penguins, dolphins, birdlife)

Victoria University, Massey University Palmerston North and Massey University Wellington

• Volunteer event: Cruise across Wellington Harbour before a rewarding day of eco-action on Matiu/Somes Island

• New Zealand Experience Weekend: Ferry across to the South Island for a weekend of dolphin swimming, kayaking, wine tasting and a traditional “feed” of fish and chips

Other activities• T-shirt• Regular meals and get-togethers in host city• IFSA-Butler competitions with great prizes• Farewell meal

Unless otherwise noted, all excursions, activities and events are included in the IFSA-Butler program fee.


Photo by IFSA-Butler student Alice Contopolous, Vanderbilt University


Location: AucklandCity population: 1.5 millionEnrollment: 40,000Required GPA: 3.0 (4.0 scale)

Application deadlines: April 1 Semester 2 (July-Nov) Academic year (July-June) October 15 Semester 1 (Feb-June) Calendar year (Feb-Nov)

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS• New Zealand’s largest university • Ranks in the top 1 percent in the QS World University

Rankings• First-class student facilities and services to enrich

student life beyond the classroom• A beautiful campus with food outlets, banks and

numerous student amenities on site• Courses available across eight faculties• Live and study in New Zealand’s largest and most

cosmopolitan city

HOUSINGHousing is with other international students in university-managed apartments within walking distance of campus. The residences offer the opportunity to experience the best of student life and the chance to make lifelong friends. Students prepare their own meals.

UNIVERSIT Y OF AUCKLAND

N E W Z E A L A N D



Popular SubjectsBiotechnologyBusiness LawFood Science/NutritionMarketingMaterials EngineeringMusic PerformancePsychologySpeech Pathology


Photos courtesy The University of Auckland

C O M M U N I T Y - B A S E D L E A R N I N G

Location: ChristchurchCity population: 400,000Enrollment: 15,000Required GPA: 2.8 (4.0 scale)

Application deadlines: April 1 Semester 2 (July-Nov) Academic year (July-June) November 1 Semester 1 (Feb-June) Calendar year (Feb-Nov)

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS• Ranked in the world’s top 250 universities by QS World

University Rankings • A special scholarship opportunity makes study at

Canterbury even more affordable• A broad range of courses in over 100 subjects• An ideal central South Island location, with easy

access to breathtaking scenery and unlimited outdoor adventures

• Excellent field study opportunities at the university’s field stations around the South Island

• A unique service learning opportunity that allows you to engage with the local community while earning credit

HOUSINGCanterbury housing is in modern furnished student flats in a housing complex directly across the road from the campus. Each flat has single bedrooms and shared kitchen, living area and bathroom facilities. Students purchase or prepare their own meals.

UNIVERSIT Y OF CANTERBURY


N E W Z E A L A N D



Popular SubjectsAntarctic StudiesBiologyFinanceLaw/Legal StudiesMedia StudiesNew Zealand/Māori StudiesPolitical ScienceSpeech Pathology


Photos courtesy University of Canterbury

InternshipsInternships are offered through theuniversity’s College of Arts. Internships are available in a wide range of areas but are designed to be an examination of the practices inherent in both community and business organizations.



Location: Albany, North Shore Auckland; Palmerston North; WellingtonEnrollment: Albany 7,000; Palmerston North 9,000; Wellington 4,000Required GPA: 2.75 (4.0 scale)


PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS• Three great campuses, each with its own distinctive

character and wide range of amenities and services• “Innovative campus” at Albany in suburban Auckland,

New Zealand’s largest city• Manawatu Campus in Palmerston North, a beautiful,

400-acre site near the vibrant city center• “Creative Campus” at Wellington, located in the arts

precinct of the city• A major, comprehensive institution with five colleges

and 30 academic departments, institutes and schools• Relevant, innovative and flexible programs, with many

New Zealand-related courses available• Special scholarship available

HOUSINGMassey housing is with other international students and New Zealanders in apartments or residence halls on or near campus. Meal plans are available at Palmerston North; all three campuses have kitchen facilities in apartment-style housing where students cook their own meals.

MASSEY UNIVERSIT Y

N E W Z E A L A N D



Popular SubjectsAgribusinessAnimal Science/ZoologyAviationCommunicationsDefense/Security StudiesEnvironmental SciencePhysical TherapyStudio Art


InternshipsThe Massey communications internship is available at the Wellington and Palmerston North campuses. Applicants must be communications majors in their senior year, with at least one 300-level communications course completed.


Photos courtesy Massey University

Location: DunedinCity population: 120,000Enrollment: 22,000Required GPA: 3.0 (4.0 scale)


A summer program is also available. See our website or summer catalog for details.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS• New Zealand’s first university and a top research

institution• Located in a premier college town• An AACSB-accredited business school• Ranked the top university in New Zealand for

psychology• An unrivaled campus experience with a vibrant social

and cultural life• An ideal setting for students interested in both quality

academic opportunities and outdoor adventures• A challenging curriculum that complements study for

premed, prelaw and business students• Excellent field-based study opportunities

HOUSINGMost students live in rented flats shared with four to six other students. University of Otago flats normally have a New Zealand student in residence and are fully furnished, self-catered and close to campus.

TEACHER EDUCATION OPTION The University of Otago offers a special teacher education option in semester 1. This option allows education majors to focus exclusively on education courses at Otago, while also undertaking a teaching practicum at a local school.

This option is for elementary education and early childhood education students only. It includes a set curriculum of three core courses and a fourth elective course that enchances participants’ intercultural experience.

UNIVERSIT Y OF OTAGO


N E W Z E A L A N D



Popular SubjectsBiologyEconomicsEnvironmental ScienceExercise ScienceGeologyMarine SciencePsychologySports Management


Advanced Field Study CourseThe University of Otago offers an Advanced Field Studies course that provides training and practical expertise in geological field mapping and advanced field techniques. Students gain planning and logistical skills, practical field skills and confidence to conduct independent geological fieldwork.

Photo courtesy University of Otago


Location: WellingtonCity population: 400,000Enrollment: 21,000Required GPA: 2.7 (4.0 scale)


PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS• Study in New Zealand’s vibrant, creative capital city at

a leading academic institution• Business school is AACSB, Equis and AMBA accredited,

placing it in the top 5 percent of business schools worldwide

• Enhance your academic studies and employability for free by participating in the Victoria International Leadership Programme

• Get to know Kiwi students through the university’s International Buddy Programme

• A wide range of Māori, New Zealand, Pacific and Antarctic oriented courses available

HOUSINGHousing is with New Zealand students and other international students in furnished halls of residence or self-catered apartments. All housing is within walking distance to the main campus and city center or close to public transportation. Some halls have mandatory meal plans, while others are self-catered.

V IC TORIA UNIVERSIT Y OF WELLINGTON

N E W Z E A L A N D



Popular SubjectsComputer EngineeringEconomicsEducationEnvironmental ScienceGraphic DesignMusic PerformanceNew Zealand/Māori StudiesPolitical Science


Need help financing your study abroad experience? IFSA-Butler accepts transfers of financial aid and also offers scholarships from $500 to $3,500. We even work with students to find outside scholarships. Photos courtesy Victoria University of Wellington


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AVA I L A B L E S U B J E C T S Aboriginal Studies AustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong

AccountingAustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong

New ZealandMassey UniversityUniversity of AucklandUniversity of CanterburyUniversity of OtagoVictoria University of Wellington

Actuarial Science/StudiesAustraliaAustralian National UniversityMacquarie UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South Wales

Agriculture (may include Agribusiness)AustraliaUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Western Australia

New ZealandMassey University

American/Canadian Studies AustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of Sydney

Anatomy/PhysiologyAustraliaAustralian National UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch University

University of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong

New ZealandMassey University University of Auckland University of Canterbury University of Otago

Animal Science/ZoologyAustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Western Australia

New ZealandMassey UniversityUniversity of CanterburyUniversity of Otago

Antarctic Studies New ZealandUniversity of Canterbury Victoria University of Wellington

AnthropologyAustraliaAustralian National UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Western Australia

New ZealandMassey UniversityUniversity of AucklandUniversity of CanterburyUniversity of Otago Victoria University of Wellington

ArchaeologyAustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Western Australia

New ZealandUniversity of Otago

The orientation with IFSA-Butler helped me get over jet-lag. I also made some of my best friends through this program, and the weekly meetings we had helped give us a sense of community.– Kelly Seeber, Trinity University


Architecture and Planning (may include Landscape Architecture, Surveying and Urban Planning)AustraliaGriffith UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong

New Zealand University of AucklandVictoria University of Wellington

Art, Fine and StudioAustraliaAustralian National UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Wollongong

New Zealand Massey UniversityUniversity of AucklandUniversity of Canterbury

Art HistoryAustraliaAustralian National UniversityGriffith UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong

New ZealandUniversity of Auckland University of CanterburyUniversity of OtagoVictoria University of Wellington

Asian Studies AustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


Astronomy AustraliaAustralian National UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of Melbourne

New ZealandUniversity of Canterbury

Australian StudiesAustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong

AviationAustraliaUniversity of New South Wales


BiochemistryAustraliaAustralian National UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong

New ZealandMassey UniversityUniversity of CanterburyUniversity of OtagoVictoria University of Wellington

Biology AustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of Sydney

University of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


Biomedical ScienceAustraliaFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong

New ZealandUniversity of AucklandUniversity of OtagoVictoria University of Wellington

BiotechnologyAustraliaFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong



Computer Science AustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong

New Zealand Massey UniversityUniversity of AucklandUniversity of CanterburyUniversity of OtagoVictoria University of Wellington

Creative WritingAustraliaFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong

New Zealand University of AucklandUniversity of CanterburyVictoria University of Wellington

Criminal Justice/CriminologyAustraliaAustralian National University Flinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMonash University

Murdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of Technology, Sydney

New Zealand University of Auckland University of Canterbury University of OtagoVictoria University of Wellington

DanceAustraliaUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South Wales

New Zealand University of AucklandUniversity of Otago

Defense/Security Studies New Zealand Massey University

Development StudiesAustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of Sydney

New Zealand Massey UniversityUniversity of AucklandUniversity of OtagoVictoria University of Wellington

Drama/TheatreAustraliaFlinders UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of Wollongong

Botany/Plant ScienceAustraliaAustralian National UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Western Australia

New Zealand Massey UniversityUniversity of CanterburyUniversity of Otago

Business (may include Business Law, International Business, Human Resources and Management)AustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


ChemistryAustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


Chinese Language/StudiesAustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


Classics (may include Latin and Ancient Greek)AustraliaAustralian National UniversityMacquarie University Monash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Western Australia


CommunicationsAustraliaGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong

New Zealand Massey UniversityUniversity of CanterburyUniversity of OtagoVictoria University of Wellington

Community-Based Learning AustraliaFlinders University Teacher EducationMacquarie University

New ZealandUniversity of CanterburyVictoria University of Wellington

I felt so privileged to be a part of the Country Life weekend. Everything is amazing in a literal way! The Renshaw family is awesome! Anne and Terry really took us as their own kids and tried their best to make us feel at home. This trip is too good for mere words to express. – Coockie Zhang, Franklin & Marshall College


University of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, Sydney

Engineering, ChemicalAustraliaAustralian National University James Cook UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western Australia

New Zealand Massey UniversityUniversity of AucklandUniversity of Canterbury

Engineering, CivilAustraliaAustralian National University Flinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, Sydney

New Zealand University of AucklandUniversity of Canterbury

Engineering, Computer/SoftwareAustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, Sydney

University of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


Engineering, Electrical/ElectronicAustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western Australia University of Wollongong


Engineering, EnvironmentalAustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong

New ZealandMassey UniversityUniversity of AucklandUniversity of Canterbury

New Zealand Massey University University of AucklandUniversity of CanterburyUniversity of OtagoVictoria University of Wellington

Earth Science AustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong

New Zealand Massey University University of Auckland University of CanterburyUniversity of OtagoVictoria University of Wellington

EconomicsAustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


EducationAustraliaFlinders UniversityFlinders University Teacher EducationGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


Engineering, AeronauticalAustraliaAustralian National UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of Sydney

Engineering, BiomedicalAustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of Melbourne

IFSA-Butler made adjusting to Melbourne easy. They took care of finding an apartment for me (and it’s in a great location) and my SSC was a great resource in case I needed anything.– Matthew Lipman, Colby College

Photo courtesy of Rangitata Rafts


New ZealandMassey UniversityUniversity of Auckland University of CanterburyUniversity of Otago Victoria University of Wellington

Fashion Design and TextilesAustraliaAustralian National University University of New South WalesUniversity of Technology, Sydney


Film StudiesAustraliaFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Wollongong


FinanceAustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie University

Monash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


Food Science/NutritionAustraliaFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Wollongong

New ZealandMassey UniversityUniversity of AucklandUniversity of Otago

Forestry AustraliaAustralian National UniversityMacquarie UniversityUniversity of Melbourne

New ZealandMassey UniversityUniversity of Canterbury

Engineering, Industrial and ManufacturingAustraliaAustralian National University James Cook UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Wollongong

Engineering, MaterialsAustraliaAustralian National UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong

New ZealandMassey UniversityUniversity of Auckland

Engineering, Mechanical AustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


Engineering, Mining, Mineral and MetallurgicalAustraliaMurdoch UniversityUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of Wollongong

Engineering, PetroleumAustraliaUniversity of New South Wales

English (may include Folklore, Literature and Poetry)AustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


Environmental Science/Studies (may include Ecology and Environmental Resource Managerment)AustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong

New ZealandMassey UniversityUniversity of AucklandUniversity of CanterburyUniversity of OtagoVictoria University of Wellington European StudiesAustraliaAustralian National University Griffith University Monash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong

New ZealandMassey UniversityUniversity of AucklandUniversity of CanterburyUniversity of Otago Victoria University of Wellington

Exercise Science (may include Human Movement Science, Kinesiology and Sports Science) Australia Griffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


French Language/StudiesAustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


GamingAustraliaGriffith University

Gender StudiesAustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong

New ZealandMassey UniversityUniversity of AucklandUniversity of Otago

GeneticsAustraliaAustralian National UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong

New ZealandMassey UniversityUniversity of CanterburyUniversity of Otago

GeographyAustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook University

Macquarie UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of Sydney University of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


Geology (may include Meteorology and Oceanology)AustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong

New ZealandMassey University University of AucklandUniversity of CanterburyUniversity of OtagoVictoria University of Wellington

German Language/StudiesAustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western Australia

New ZealandUniversity of AucklandUniversity of CanterburyUniversity of OtagoVictoria University of Wellington

Global/Public Health AustraliaAustralian National University Griffith University University of QueenslandUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong



Italian Language/StudiesAustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong

New ZealandUniversity of AucklandVictoria University of Wellington

Japanese Language/StudiesAustraliaAustralian National UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


JournalismAustraliaGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash University

Graphic DesignAustraliaAustralian National University Griffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Wollongong

New ZealandMassey UniversityUniversity of Canterbury Victoria University of Wellington

HistoryAustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong

New ZealandMassey UniversityUniversity of AucklandUniversity of CanterburyUniversity of OtagoVictoria University of WellingtonUniversity of Sydney

Interior DesignAustraliaUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of Technology, Sydney

InternshipsAustraliaAustralian National UniversityMacquarie UniversityUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Wollongong

Photo by IFSA-Butler student Nicole Rioseco, Amherst College


Monash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


Mathematics AustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


Media Studies AustraliaFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong

New ZealandMassey UniversityUniversity of Canterbury University of AucklandUniversity of Otago Victoria University of Wellington

Middle Eastern Languages/Studies (may include Arabic, Hebrew, Islamic Studies and Jewish Studies)AustraliaAustralian National UniversityGriffith UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of Melbourne

University of New South WalesUniversity of Sydney

New ZealandUniversity of Otago

Museum Studies AustraliaMacquarie UniversityUniversity of New South Wales

New ZealandMassey UniversityUniversity of AucklandVictoria University of Wellington

Music Performance AustraliaGriffith UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong

New ZealandMassey UniversityUniversity of AucklandUniversity of Canterbury University of OtagoVictoria University of Wellington

Music Studies (may include Ethnomusicology, Music Education, Music History, Music Technology, and Music Theory)AustraliaAustralian National UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western Australia


Neuroscience AustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of Sydney

Murdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western Australia University of Wollongong


Latin American StudiesAustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, Sydney

New ZealandUniversity of Auckland University of Otago

Law/Legal StudiesAustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


LinguisticsAustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders University

Griffith UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


Marine ScienceAustraliaAustralian National University Flinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


MarketingAustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie University


New Zealand/Māori Studies New ZealandMassey UniversityUniversity of AucklandUniversity of CanterburyUniversity of OtagoVictoria University of Wellington

NursingAustraliaFlinders University Griffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Wollongong

New ZealandUniversity of Auckland

Pacific Languages/StudiesAustraliaAustralian National University


Peace/Conflict Studies AustraliaAustralian National UniversityUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of Sydney

New ZealandMassey UniversityUniversity of Canterbury University of Otago Victoria University of Wellington

Pharmacy/Pharmacology AustraliaJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, Sydney

New ZealandUniversity of AucklandUniversity of Otago

Philosophy AustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


Photography AustraliaGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Wollongong


Physics AustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


Physiotherapy/Physical TherapyAustraliaGriffith UniversityUniversity of Sydney


Political Science (may include International Relations) AustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


Psychology AustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


Public Relations AustraliaGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Wollongong

Religious Studies/Theology AustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of Sydney

New ZealandMassey UniversityUniversity of AucklandUniversity of OtagoVictoria University of Wellington

Russian Language/Studies AustraliaAustralian National UniversityMacquarie UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of Queensland

New ZealandUniversity of AucklandUniversity of Canterbury

Social Work AustraliaFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of Sydney

New ZealandMassey UniversityUniversity of AucklandUniversity of CanterburyUniversity of Otago

Sociology AustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Wollongong



Spanish Language/Studies AustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityMonash UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Wollongong

New Zealand Massey University University of AucklandUniversity of CanterburyUniversity of OtagoVictoria University of Wellington

Speech Pathology AustraliaFlinders UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityUniversity of Sydney


Sports Management AustraliaGriffith University

New ZealandUniversity of CanterburyUniversity of Otago

Statistics AustraliaAustralian National UniversityFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMacquarie UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of MelbourneUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Western AustraliaUniversity of Wollongong


Sustainability Studies AustraliaJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Wollongong

New ZealandMassey UniversityVictoria University of Wellington

Telecommunications AustraliaMacquarie UniversityUniversity of New South WalesUniversity of SydneyUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Wollongong

New Zealand Massey UniversityUniversity of Otago

It’s really scary going to another country, especially by yourself. IFSA-Butler is so awesome because it brings students together so you already go into school knowing a few faces (which is a lot more than I can say going into college in the U.S.!). Orientation was a great way to meet friends and get to the see the city. I’ve especially enjoyed all the activities put on over the course of the semester. I’m not sure I would have actually gotten to a rugby game or a harbour dinner cruise without your help.– Katie Perez, Butler University

Tourism AustraliaFlinders UniversityGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityMonash UniversityMurdoch UniversityUniversity of QueenslandUniversity of Technology, SydneyUniversity of Wollongong

New ZealandUniversity of OtagoVictoria University of Wellington

Veterinary Studies/Science AustraliaUniversity of Melbourne


Photo by IFSA-Butler student Buffy Cope, Framingham State University

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In today’s competitive job market, every

bit of experience counts. Give your future

career a boost by combining study abroad

with an internship.

IFSA-Butler’s internship options allow you to gain practical work experience, strengthen your resume and get an insider’s look at your host country. Combining the academic opportunities of international study with an internship can make your semester or year abroad even more rewarding and may continue to benefit you long after your return home.

Internships are available for most semesters at participating universities in both Australia and New Zealand. Some programs offer placements for nearly every major, while others are focused on one to three areas. Internships are unpaid, but all carry academic credit.

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Photo by IFSA-Butler student Laura Gray, Oberlin College

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COMMUNIC ATIONS

MASSEY UNIVERSIT YMassey University offers communications internships on two of its three campuses. The internship will enhance skills in communication, information acquisition and independent research. Placements are available in a wide range of businesses and organizations.

Interns will use classroom assignments to actively reflect on the theory and practice they have learned throughout their degree. Interns will also formally critique organizational practices in light of theory derived from their studies.

Applicants must be senior communications majors with at least one 300-level communications course completed. Preference will be given to full-year students.

Assessment Breakdown: • Theorized reflective field notes—30 percent • Communication consultant’s report—40 percent • Scholarly case study—30 percent

For more about Massey University, see page 40.

Locations: Wellington and Palmerston North, New Zealand

Required GPA: 3.0 (4.0 scale)

Credits: 4 U.S. semester credit hours

Application deadlines: November 1 Semester 1

April 1 Semester 2

Photo courtesy Massey University

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COMMUNIT Y AND BUSINESS

UNIVERSIT Y OF CANTERBURY

Internships are offered through the university’s College of Arts. Internships are available in a wide range of areas but are designed to be an examination of the practices inherent in both community and business organizations.

Interns work for a local organization or business for 75 hours on a custom project. Students can elect to work on an individual project or as part of a group-based community project. Placements are available in media, communications, marketing, sustainability, environment, public health, research, education, creative arts, museums and social entrepreneurship.

Interns are supervised by a faculty member who works with the student on a related academic project.

For more about the University of Canterbury program, see page 39.

Location: Christchurch, New ZealandRequired GPA: 3.0 (4.0 scale)Credits: 4 U.S. semester credit hours


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POLITICS, PUBLIC POLIC Y

AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL UNIVERSIT YThe ANU internship allows students to experience the policy-making process at the national level. Canberra is not only the headquarters of Australia’s federal Parliament and public service, but it also is home to the most important national associations, nongovernment organizations and lobbying groups. Placement possibilities include the following:

PARLIAMENT HOUSE The Australian National Internships Program (ANIP) has an exclusive agreement that allows students to be placed within the Federal Parliament. Interns may be in the office of a senator or a member of the House of Representatives, in one of about 50 parliamentary committees or in a department responsible for the operation of Parliament. Subjects range from global politics and development to social and environmental policy to issues of governance.

THE AC T LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY This is the legislature for Canberra residents that exercises both state and local government functions for the Australian Capital Territory.

PUBLIC SER VICES ANIP provides opportunities for placement in either Australian Federal or Territory departments and agencies. Past student projects have focused on the environment, financial management, sports policy, public planning and issues surrounding Australia’s Aboriginal population.

NONGOVERNMENT ORGANIZATIONS ANIP offers several placements for interns interested in Canberra-based industry and community organizations. Foreign aid and development opportunities are available with organizations such as AusAID and Greening Australia. Industry placements are available with the Motor Trades Association of Australia, the Minerals Council, the National Farmers Federation or the Real Estate Institute.

Students completing an ANU internship enroll in the public sector internship course and one additional course. The internship combines six weeks of coursework on the legislative and policy-making process at the beginning of the semester with an eight- to 10-week, part-time placement (a minimum of two days per week).

The final grade for the internship is based on at least one presentation, one or more essays and a research report.

For more about Australian National University, see page 18.


Location: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory


Credits: 8 or 12 U.S. semester credit hours

Application deadlines: October 15 Semester 1

March 15 Semester 2

Connect with other students going to Australia by joining IFSA-Butler’s social network: http://community.ifsa-butler.org

Photo courtesy Australian National University


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BUSINESS, SCIENCE RESEARCH

UNIVERSIT Y OF WOLLONGONGThe University of Wollongong offers two internship options: science research and business.

SCIENCE RESEARCH The science research internship is designed exclusively for science majors. The internship aims to provide opportunities for high performing students to develop and hone their practical and research skills and to gain familiarity with the laboratory or field methods in science fundamental to successful individual project work.

Placements are available in a wide range of labs and organizations. The internship is part of a research course in the university’s Faculty of Science.

Participants with an interest in research have an opportunity to gain experience in the field as part of their research training. Internships will work alongside a PhD student, research fellow or academic.

BUSINESS The business internship is offered through the university’s Faculty of Commerce. This internship is designed for business/commerce majors and provides an opportunity for students to integrate and apply their knowledge in an industry context.

Students will also take an internship course in the business department. Placements are located in local business in the Wollongong area. There is an additional fee of approximately AU$2,000 for the internship and related course. The application process requires an interview upon arrival in Wollongong.

Business internship placements are available in marketing, accounting, research analysis, human resources and public relations.

For more about the University of Wollongong, see page 32.


Location: Wollongong, New South Wales


Credits: 8 or 12 U.S. semester credit hours

Application deadlines: October 15 Semester 1

March 15 Semester 2


Photos courtesy University of Wollongong

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GRIFFITH UNIVERSIT YInternships are available through the university at placements in businesses, nonprofit organizations, government offices and community volunteer centers. Internships are unpaid but are worth 4 U.S. semester credits and replace one class at Griffith. Internship possibilities include:

• Advertising, Communications, Journalism and Public Relations

• Business, Economics and Finance

• Community internship

• Engineering: Internships are available in a wide range of engineering disciplines. The internship is ungraded but supervised by an engineering faculty member.

• Music

For more about Griffith University, see page 21. CRICOS PROVIDER NUMBER: 00233E

Location: Brisbane and Gold Coast, QueenslandRequired GPA: 3.0 (4.0 scale)Credits: 4 U.S. semester credit hours


March 15 Semester 2

Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia



Application deadlines: December 1 Semester 1

April 1 Semester 2

BUSINESS AND MEDIA STUDIES

UNIVERSIT Y OF NEW SOUTH WALES

The University of New South Wales offers internships in business and media studies. A staff member in the organization where you are placed will supervise your performance in the internship and act as your field supervisor. An academic supervisor will monitor your progress in your placement and guide you on your academic project.

An internship replaces one regular class at UNSW and is worth 4 U.S. credit hours. Interns work between 100-150 hours for the length of the internship, depending on their placement.

UNSW offers assistance in business internship placements, but students interested in a media studies internship are required to find their own placement.

For more about the University of New South Wales, see page 27.


Photo courtesy Griffith University

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Want to stay abroad even longer? Students who choose to study on another IFSA-Butler program for a semester receive a discount for their second program.

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UNIVERSIT Y OF SYDNEYThe University of Sydney offers a highly competitive internship program for students with a strong academic background. Prospective interns must also successfully complete an interview process upon arrival in Sydney.

Placements are available in the following areas:• Accounting• Architecture• Banking and finance• Biotechnology• Communications and media • Engineering • Environmental science• Government and policy • Human resource management • Information technology• Marine biology• Marketing• Medical research• Nonprofit organizations• Operations• Special events and public relations• Visual arts• Undergraduate research placements available with faculty

Interns will spend at least 15 days working on a specialized project with one of the University of Sydney’s host organizations. Students will be awarded a letter grade for participating in the internship program.

For more about the University of Sydney, see page 29.

Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia




March 15 Semester 2


Photos courtesy University of Sydney



E L I G I B I L I T Y A N D A P P L Y I N G

ELIGIBILIT YIFSA-Butler programs are open to any qualified undergraduate in good standing enrolled full time at an accredited college or university in the United States or Canada. Most of our affiliated universities abroad require that students have completed two full years of undergraduate study before the program begins.

Our affiliated colleges and universities abroad determine our admissions requirements. See the individual university profiles for GPA and other academic requirements.

We reserve the right to reject applicants on the basis of academic, disciplinary, conduct and other considerations.

APPLYINGAdmissions to IFSA-Butler programs are conducted on a rolling basis, which means that once your application is complete, we send it to the host university for an admissions decision. Some of our more popular and competitive programs fill well before the deadline. Apply early!

How to ApplyIFSA-Butler requires only one application. You may ask to be considered for more than one program on the same application. Download an application or apply online at www.ifsa-butler.org.

IFSA-Butler does not charge an application fee!

A completed program application includes the following:

• A program approval form completed by your study abroad advisor. If your university does not have a study abroad advisor, an official with the authority to approve study abroad (such as a dean or registrar) may complete this form.

• An official transcript from your home college or university (and from any others you have attended) showing credits and grades for all college or university courses you have taken.

• A recommendation form completed by an instructor in your major discipline or the discipline in which you wish to concentrate abroad. Some programs require a second recommendation.

• One 2-inch by 2-inch full-face photo in color. Print your name on the back of the photo in case it is separated from your file. Universities abroad require a photo.

Additional materials required:

• Architecture, fine arts and graphic arts majors may be required to submit portfolios.

• Students applying to music or theatre programs may be required to submit portfolios or audition tapes.

• Students applying to certain English or creative writing programs may be required to submit at least one graded writing sample.

• Prospective interns also must submit a separate internship application. Your IFSA-Butler program advisor will be able to provide more information and/or forms.

Photo by IFSA-Butler student Sasha Cukier, Emory University


The Institute for Study Abroad, Butler University (IFSA-Butler) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1988 at Butler University. Our primary goal is to provide quality study abroad opportunities, plus academic and personal support services, for qualified North American undergraduates seeking to earn academic credit through study abroad. While the Institute for Study Abroad has an affiliation with Butler University for transcripts and other purposes, it is a separate organization.

IFSA-Butler is organized to assist our students from the time they apply until after they return. Our staff in the U.S. prepare students for the academic and cultural changes that await them, and our offices around the

world provide on-site support to help students make the most of their study abroad experiences.

IFSA-Butler currently operates programs in Argentina, Australia, Chile, China, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador, Egypt, England, India, Ireland, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Scotland, Spain, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and Wales.

Institute for Study Abroad is registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Contact us at:

1100 W. 42nd Street, Suite 305Indianapolis, IN 46208800-858-0229 • [email protected]

Butler University is a nationally recognized comprehensive university encompassing six colleges: Arts, Business, Communication, Education, Liberal Arts and Sciences, and Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Together, these colleges offer over 60 undergraduate majors, eight pre-professional majors and 18 master’s degrees. Around 4,700 students are enrolled at Butler, representing 45 states and 52 countries.

Approximately 77 percent of Butler students will have participated in some form of internship, student

teaching, clinical rotation, research, or service learning by the time they graduate. In addition to this professional experience, Butler students develop lifelong skills in critical thinking, effective communication, cooperative teamwork and ethical decision making. Butler endeavors to prepare students not simply to make a living, but to live lives of purpose in which personal flourishing is intertwined with the welfare of others.

A B O U T B U T L E R U N I V E R S I T Y

Photo by IFSA-Butler student Jamey Furlaud, Grinnell College

A B O U T I F S A - B U T L E R


ADMINISTRATIONDr. Heather Barclay Hamir PresidentSteven Seaworth Vice President for University RelationsPatti Brown Executive Director of Special Program InitiativesWarren Wise Chief Financial Officer

FIELD DIREC TORS

Central Eastern Opal Leeman [email protected]

Great Lakes Aaron [email protected]

Iowa and Field Director for Diversity Access and Research Michelle Tolan [email protected]

Mid-Atlantic Cas [email protected]

Minnesota Amy Bartnick [email protected]

Nebraska, North Dakota, South DakotaKathy [email protected]

New England Megan [email protected]

Northeast Carolyn [email protected]

South Central Ali [email protected]

Southeast, Southwest, Southern California Steve Seaworth

[email protected]

West Coast, Rocky Mountain StatesAnne Frey [email protected]

PROGRAM ADVISORSRenee Lopez [email protected] Mach [email protected] O’Shaughnessy [email protected] Sutton [email protected] Watkins [email protected]

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NATIONAL ADVISORS COUNCIL EXECUTIVE COMMIT TEE MEMBERSDavid Taylor Wake Forest University (Chair)Kip Brooks Washington & Lee UniversityTheresa Cann Bryn Mawr CollegeScott Carpenter Columbia University Isabelle Crist Vanderbilt UniversityJennifer Fritz Bucknell UniversityMargery Ganz Spelman CollegeJen Hogan Drake UniversityCarol Lebold University of Massachusetts AmherstBrian Libby Tufts UniversityKristen Mallory Claremont McKenna CollegeSue Mennicke Franklin & Marshall CollegeDon Ostdiek Rice UniversityDanielle Scugoza University of PennsylvaniaCatherine Winnie Southern Methodist UniversityChristine Wintersteen Bowdoin CollegeEloise Sureau-Hale, Butler University (Ex Officio)

IFSA-BUTLER BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Don Meyer, Chairman of the Board Attorney—Bose, McKinney & Evans

Adrian Beaulieu Dean of International Studies—Providence College

Gary D. Butkus Director, Health Education—Eli Lilly & Company

Dr. David M. Gray Past CEO—IFSA-Butler

Jan Kieling Administrative Director, Study Abroad (Retired) University of California, Berkeley

George Lauck Senior Account Exec.—Neace Lukens Insurance Agency

Kristopher Lichter Cofounder, Principal —DuMonde Ventures

Dr. Scott Manning Director of Cross-Cultural Programs—Susquehanna Univ.

Sy Nagorsky President—Brimin Consultants, LTD

Tom Roberts Director Emeritus—IFSA-Butler

David Taylor Director of Global Programs—Wake Forest University

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS IFSA-Butler thanks our talented student photographers for their contributions! Tessa Bellone, Wesleyan UniversityAlice Contopolous, Vanderbilt UniversityBuffy Cope, Framingham State UniversitySasha Cukier, Emory UniversityPatrick Curtin, LeMoyne CollegeEmily Dugan, Ursinus CollegeJamey Furlaud, Grinnell CollegeLaura Gray, Oberlin CollegeNicholas Gregory, University of South CarolinaEmma Handzo, Franklin & Marshall CollegeRachel Jacobs, Emory UniversityAnna Kokos, Miami UniversityCaitlin Lanphear, Stonehill CollegeAdrienne Palmer, Butler UniversityNicole Rioseco, Amherst CollegeJames Seduski, Vanderbilt UniversitySabrina Zarco, Emory University

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The information in this booklet was accurate at the time of printing but is subject to change.

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GPA University Size City City Size

Available Terms and Application Deadlines

Semester 1 Semester 2 Academic Year Calendar Year

Australian National University * 3.0 Large Canberra Large October 1 March 15 March 15 October 1

Flinders University 2.5 ‡ Large Adelaide Large November 1 March 15 March 15 November 1

Flinders University Teacher Education † 3.0 Large Adelaide Large November 1 March 15 March 15 November 1

Griffith University

Brisbane campus 2.5 Medium Brisbane Large November 15 March 15 March 15 November 15

Gold Coast campus 2.5 Medium Gold Coast Large November 15 March 15 March 15 November 15

James Cook University

Cairns campus 2.8 Medium Cairns Medium November 15 March 15 March 15 November 15

Townsville campus 2.8 Medium Townsville Medium November 15 March 15 March 15 November 15

Macquarie University † * 2.5 Large Sydney Metro November 15 March 15 March 15 November 15

Melbourne, University of 3.0 Large Melbourne Metro November 1 March 15 March 15 November 1

Monash University 2.5 Large Melbourne Metro November 15 March 15 March 15 November 15

Murdoch University 2.6 Large Perth Large November 15 March 15 March 15 November 15

New South Wales, University of * 3.0 Large Sydney Metro November 15 March 15 March 15 November 15

Queensland, University of 3.0 Large Brisbane Large November 15 March 15 March 15 November 15

Sydney, University of * 3.0 Large Sydney Metro November 1 March 15 March 15 November 1

Technology, Sydney, University of 2.5 Large Sydney Metro November 15 March 15 March 15 November 15

Western Australia, University of 3.0 Large Perth Large October 15 March 15 March 15 October 15

Wollongong, University of * 3.0 Large Wollongong Large October 15 March 15 March 15 October 15

GPA University Size City City Size

Available Terms and Application Deadlines

Semester 1 Semester 2 Academic Year Calendar Year

Auckland, University of 3.0 Large Auckland Large October 15 April 1 April 1 October 15

Canterbury, University of * † 2.8 Medium Christchurch Large November 1 April 1 April 1 November 1

Massey University

Auckland campus 2.75 Medium Auckland Large November 1 April 1 April 1 November 1

Palmerston North campus * 2.75 Medium Palmerston North Medium November 1 April 1 April 1 November 1

Wellington campus * 2.75 Small Wellington Large November 1 April 1 April 1 November 1

Otago, University of 3.0 Large Dunedin Medium November 1 April 1 April 1 November 1

Victoria University of Wellington 2.7 Large Wellington Large November 1 April 1 April 1 November 1

AUSTRALIA

NEW ZEALAND

P R O G R A M C O M PA R I S O N S

University Size:Small Less than 5,000 Medium 5,000–15,000Large 15,000+

*=Internships available. See program page or Internships section on page 52.†=Community-based learning opportunities available. See program page for specifics.‡=Some departments require a higher GPA. See program page for specifics.

City Size:Village Less than 1,000Small 1,000–30,000Medium 30,000–250,000Large 250,000–3 millionMetro 3 million+

Photo by IFSA-Butler student Anna Kokos, Miami University

M O R E C U LT U R E . L E S S S H O C K . 63Photo by IFSA-Butler student James Seduski, Vanderbilt University

Need help financing your study abroad experience? IFSA-Butler accepts transfers of financial aid and also offers scholarships from $500 to $3,500. We even work with students to find outside scholarship opportunities.

N O T E S

Alexander Cates Hamilton College

Major: Neuroscience


Why did you choose New Zealand for study abroad?It’s always been a dream to go to New Zealand. Its landscape and wildlife is so unique that it made it to the top of my bucket list and I took the opportunity to go there when I got it.

What is your favorite memory of New Zealand? The first day of the bike tour I did over mid-semester break, we followed a river and saw some old sluicing fields; it was absolutely gorgeous and incredibly peaceful!

How did IFSA-Butler help enhance your experience?IFSA-Butler gave me both an immediate group of friends as well as a chance to get to see some aspects of New Zealand that I didn’t have to plan out myself.

What were you scared of before going abroad?I was traveling to the other side of the planet, that’s a big difference, but it’s exciting to get out of your comfort zone sometimes and explore.

What was your favorite IFSA-Butler event?The overnight trip on Doubtful Sound, the stars at night as well as waking up early. There are few things more peaceful than being out on a boat at 4 am.

What advice do you have for future New Zealand students?Make Kiwi friends, go play some rugby, dress nicely and you should be able to blend in fine. At the end of the day you will still be an American, just an accepted American.

Olga Eliseeva Case Western Reserve

Major: Materials Engineering and Economics

IFSA-Butler program: University of New South Wales

Why did you choose Australia for study abroad?I wanted a college that would allow me to continue studying in both of my majors as well as a place that I would never have a chance to visit again. Also I love koalas and it has been my lifelong dream to hold one. So Australia seemed like the perfect place since UNSW is rated one of the top schools in the world for Materials Engineering and Economics and there are koalas here.

What is your favorite memory of Australia? My favorite experience was watching Madame Butterfly performed on Sydney Harbour under the stars. It was an experience beyond compare with the opera house and bridge in the background and the work of a premier opera company in the forefront.

How did IFSA-Butler help enhance your experience?IFSA-Butler exposed us to a diversity of experiences that most of us would not have thought of before arriving in Sydney. They helped welcome us and took care of the little things that we didn’t think of before coming. It was a lovely welcome when things we forgot about were put in our rooms and set out for us without having to ask.

What were you scared of before going abroad?I was scared of the cultural differences that Australia would have verses the USA and Europe. I was afraid that I would not be able to contact my family or figure out classes. All of these fears seem silly when I look back.

What was your favorite IFSA-Butler activity?My favorite activity was the hike in the Blue Mountains, since it was outside the city we truly got to see the wonders Australia had to offer. The indigenous experience that went along with that opened up a world of interesting points of view and made the Australian lifestyle easier to understand.

S T U D E N T P R O F I L E S

W H Y S T U D Y A B R O A D T H R O U G H I F S A - B U T L E R ?

Photo by IFSA-Butler student Noah Paulson, Tufts University

M O R E I M M E R S I O N

IFSA-Butler’s integrated approach to study abroad means that you can truly immerse yourself in the academics and culture of Australia or New Zealand. Our program participants get an authentic experience abroad by living and studying alongside degree students. If you want to really experience the culture of Australia or New Zealand, IFSA-Butler is the way to go.

M O R E S U P P O R T

Get the support you need before, during and after your study abroad experience by choosing IFSA-Butler. Before departure, we’ll walk you through every step of the application process, send all the information you need for your great adventure, and stand by Monday through Friday ready to answer your questions. While abroad, our on-site staff will give you a thorough orientation, organize activities and excursions, and be there for any personal or academic issues that might arise. When you choose IFSA-Butler, you’ll get 360 degrees of support.

M O R E A C A D E M I C S

IFSA-Butler offers study at some of the most prestigious universities in the Southern Hemisphere, many of which are ranked among the top 100 in the world. From humanities to engineering to sciences, with loads of specialty programs and everything in between, IFSA-Butler’s programs can meet the academic needs of just about any student. Choose from hundreds of subjects, thousands of courses and countless possibilities for your academic career.

M O R E C H O I C E S

Looking to learn more about Aboriginal music? Study science at one of the world’s most prestigious universities? Undertake marine biology in one of the most eco-friendly destinations on the planet? Whatever your plans may be, IFSA-Butler offers countless choices to meet your academic and personal goals for study abroad. Choose your experience from more than 20 IFSA-Butler programs in Australia and New Zealand.

M O R E E X C I T E M E N T

IFSA-Butler knows that having fun is an important part of study abroad, so each of our programs includes special student excursions and activities to help you experience the beauty, culture and excitement of the host country. Be an honored guest at a Māori community in New Zealand; visit the world-famous Sydney Opera House; go whitewater rafting in the midst of breathtaking scenery. All of these are just some of the activities included in the IFSA-Butler program fee.


Study abroad means pairing a great academic experience with the adventure of a lifetime. IFSA-Butler helps prepare you for the unexpected so you can make the most of your time abroad. You may be studying on the other side of the world, but you’ll feel right at home with IFSA-Butler.

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