Discover the diversity of Australia–the people, plants, and animals. On this smallest, most temperate of continents, where flora and fauna are both diverse and unique, and native Aboriginal culture blends European with Asian counterparts, participants explore the richness of a world apart. Within just the geographic region of Victoria and Queensland can be found over a dozen very distinctive and unique ecosystems and cultures. Explore the cities of Cairns and Melbourne as well as the rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, to gain a unique perspective on the world in all its variety.
What is included in the Program Fee?
- A three-credit hour course
- Cultural and class-related activities
- Housing in double rooms
- Full breakfast daily
- Pre-departure advising and orientation
- On-site orientation and administration by CCSA Program Directors
- 24/7 emergency contact on-site and U.S.-based support
- International health and travel delay insurance
- At least one day trip outside of major city
- One-way flights between major cities for programs with dual locations (eg: London & Dublin, London & Edinburgh)
- Partial payment of on-site public transportation costs (see program pages for details)
Participants will stay the first seven nights at Pacific Hotel Cairns, located on the Esplanade overlooking Trinity Harbour. The Esplanade Lagoon and Parklands, the Sea Port, the Reef Fleet Terminal, Reef Casino, art galleries, shopping and dining are situated right at the hotel’s front door. All rooms and suites feature balconies with superb views of the harbour and parklands. Enjoy the hotel's Bushfire Restaurant and Sugarcane Rhumbar which complete the picture of a boutique style hotel.
The last five nights will be spent at Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Southbank, located in Southbank, 600 metres from the Southbank Promenade on the Yarra River, 600 metres from Flinders Station Train Station and 900 metres from Bourke Street Mall. It is within easy walking distance to restaurants and cafes, impressive shopping, renowned art galleries and the Crown Entertainment Complex. The hotel offers comfortable and modern rooms with kitchenettes.
A hot breakfast buffet is provided daily.
Steven Guns
On-Site Director
Steven is the Director of Education Abroad at Murray State University and has been directing programs with CCSA since 2012. Steven studied in Spain and South Korea as a student. He received his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee and his Master of Science in international education administration/college student personnel from Murray State University. Steven has made accessible study abroad a focus, working on multiple programs designed for students with disabilities.
Group Travel Required
Travel together with faculty, staff and other participants from your CCSA program with our group travel. CCSA will purchase a airline ticket from select U.S. cities on your behalf. The airline cost will be included in your final bill from CCSA. In addition to the flight, you will also receive transport to/from the accommodation in the destination city and the airport.
You can check our currently available departure cities on our departures page CCSA highly recommends this option for those new to international travel.
Includes:- roundtrip air transportation from one of CCSA's designated U.S. departure cities.
- roundtrip ground transportation between airport and the accommodation site.
- CCSA faculty and staff to guide you through the immigration and customs process.
Visas
All foreign travelers, except New Zealand citizens, must obtain a visa or travel authority before traveling to Australia.
US citizens qualify for the Subclass 601 Electronic Travel Authority Visa. There is no Visa Application Charge (VAC) but an application service fee of AUD20 must be paid when you complete your application through the Australian ETA app. You can find more information here: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/electronic-travel-authority-601#About.
Further information and instructions are provided once your application is approved and discussed during your pre-departure orientation.
December 26, 2022 —January 09, 2023
Base Price
$3,689
Single Room Supplement
+ 0TBD
(This is the extra cost to reserve a single room.)
Estimated Airfare
$3,099 - $3,299
(estimated additional cost based on recent airline prices)
Payment Process
See our payments page
Enrollment Status: CLOSED
Application Deadline
October 28, 2022
Late applications accepted as space allowed; $30 late app fee applies.
