An Actual SDSU student who studied at UniSA

Lauren Brady was an SDSU student who studied abroad at UniSA. Here is her story.

Reasons to Study Abroad at the University of South Australia

San Diego State has a study abroad exchange program with the University of South Australia (UniSA), which makes it easier for SDSU students to apply and get accepted.

Pick a Degree. Any Degree!
UniSA is the largest university in South Australia and offers international students with 140 undergraduate degrees to choose from.

Growing Internationally
UniSA is one of the fastest growing and most innovative universities in Australia. With more than a third of its 34,000 international students coming from 88 countries, UniSA is a modern and progressive university with a strong and growing research program.

Five stars isn’t just for hotels
UniSA MBA program became the highest ranking in South Australia and among Australia's top ten, with a five-star rating in the 2009 Good Universities Guide.

Working with the Pros
UniSA is well renowned for its long working partnerships with Australian industries, and in 2008 was awarded the inaugural Ashley Goldsworthy Award for sustained collaboration between business and higher education by the Business/Higher Education Round Table (BHERT).

It’s not all about hitting the books!
UniSA is a modern and progressive university with a 150 year history. Studying at the UniSA doesn't just earn you a degree, it gives you the opportunity to explore a new culture, develop international networks and friendships, and enjoy a quality educational experience that will prepare you for professional and personal success.

Commitment
UniSA has more Indigenous students than any other university in South Australia and is committed to ensuring that those students are as successful as non-Indigenous students. In 1997 UniSA became the first university in Australia to issue a Statement of Commitment to Australian Reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people and by 2010 they aim to have Indigenous content in every UniSA undergraduate program.

For more information about studying abroad at the Univseristy of South Australia click: http://unisa.edu.au/

Top 5 Reasons Why SDSU Students Should Study Abroad in Adelaide, Australia

1. Cheaper than other major cities in Australia

Everything from milk to rent in Adelaide is less expensive compared to living and traveling in Australia’s larger cities. In the Economist Intelligence Unit’s annual World Wide Cost of Living Survey, Adelaide regularly achieves an excellent ranking as one of the most affordable cities in Australia. Statistics show that it costs 24% more to live in Sydney, 21% more to live in Melbourne, 12% more to live in Perth and 8% more to live in Brisbane.

2. Entertainment; Adelaide is the heart of the “Festival State”

Nearly every weekend there is something new that comes through town that attracts large crowds. Every year Adelaide is the host to many well know art and music festivals including the Fringe and Womadelaide, food and fine events such as Barossa Vintage Festival, and sporting events including the Clipsal 500 car race. With all this action San Diego State students will never be bored.

3. Academics in Adelaide

Adelaide's International Baccalaureate program is one of the largest in the world. Compared to other Australian universities, Adelaide schools and class sizes are relatively small, allowing more face to face time with teachers. In addition, Adelaide is home to three Nobel Prize winners.

4. Adelaide is safe

Violent crime in Adelaide is very rare, especially among international students and tourists. Adelaide is one of the safest larger cities in Australia. Finally, San Diego State students will rejoice in the feeling of how safe and secure they are compared to San Diego.

5. Vibrant local charm for a true Aussie experience

Meeting locals and making Aussie friends is an important part of the Australian experience. Adelaide offers many opportunities for international students to immerse themselves in the local culture without getting lost in a big city.

For more information on studying abroad in Adelaide check out http://www.studyadelaide.com/

Festivals and Events Yearly Calendar

January to February:

• Tour Down Under- The Aussie’s version of the Tour De France; one hundred of the world’s best cyclists mixed with street parties

March:

• Adelaide Festivals of Arts- A variety of dance, drama, opera and theater performances.

• Adelaide Fringe- An independent arts festival.

• Clipsal 500- Adelaide’s streets become a four day race car track.

• Womadelaide- One of the world’s best live music events with over 300 performers from around the globe.

April to July:

• Adelaide Cabaret Festival- This is the only one of its kind in Australia.

• Adelaide Festival of Ideas- Innovators from around the world descend to Adelaide for a biennial talkfest.

August:

• South Australian Living Artist Festival- innovative exhibitions and displays.

September:

• Royal Adelaide Show- Agriculture and horticultural display and entertainment.

October:

• Bartercard Glenelg Jazz Festival- First Class New Orleans and Australian jazz bands.

• Classic Adelaide Rally- Beautiful manicured cars.

November:

• Credit Union Christmas Pageant- For years more than 70 years- floats, and bands take over the streets.

• Feast Festival- A three week lesbian and gay cultural festival with a carnival, theatre performance, talks and dances.

December:

• Bay Sports Festival- A large sports fest featuring beach volleyball, and aquathon and a surf carnival.

For further and more detailed information about Australia visit
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/australia

15 Must do in while in Adelaide, Australia

1. Go wine tasting at the largest Australian winery- Penfolds

2 ike K. Hik Hand feed kangaroos at the Cleland Wildlife Park

3. Attend an AFL-Australian Rule Footy Game

4. Go great white shark cage diving off Port Lincoln

5. Check out the beautiful view from Mount Lofty

6. Satisfy your sweet craving with a tour of Haigh’s Chocolate Factory
7. Stop and smell the flowers at the Botanical Gardens

8. Rent a house boat on the Torrens River

9. Get a tan on Glenelg Beach

10. See a plethora of Aussie wildlife on Kangaroo Island

11. Explore Fidlers Range

12. Soak up some history at the National aboriginal Cultural Institute

13. Mine for opal jewelry at the Opal Field Gem

14. Dance all night at one of the many night clubs

15. Look out for penguins the Penneshaw Penninsula

For more information on South Australia go to http://www.southaustralia.com/us/

You’re not alone when you study abroad at UniSA, The Exchange Society makes sure of that

The thought of studying abroad can evoke feelings of nervousness and loneliness, but the UniSA Exchange Society helps international students meet other international and Aussie students though numerous events held throughout the semester. The Exchange Society is a club run by students and for international students to enhance their social and cultural experience while studying abroad in Adelaide. It’s free to join and is a priceless opportunity to

meet and engage with fellow students.

Some of the activities the Exchange Society puts on are:
-Heaps of pub crawls
-Weekend holidays (vacations) to Kangaroo Island
-A Masquerade Ball
-Free Lunches throughout the semester
-Aussie Rule Footy Games- Adelaide Crows and Port Adelaide teams only
-Learn to Surf
-Aussie Movie Night
-Wine Tasting Tours
-Paintballing and heaps more

For more information on the upcoming activity go to the Exchange Society website: http://exchangesociety.unisa.edu.au/