Overview
Click to OpenSydney is one of Southern Hemisphere’s main hubs for trade, finance, tech, and media production and a great place to dive into the intricacies of global business. Gain an in-depth understanding of Sydney and acquire cultural skills needed to succeed in an increasingly globalized and interconnected world. Classes are taught at CIEE Sydney and complemented with co-curricular activities designed to increase intercultural understanding.
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Unique Experiences
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Take a break between classes
at the magnificent Bondi Beach
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Learn about social justice and delivery of services
in one of the most livable cities in the world
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Catch a show
at the world-famous Sydney Opera House
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Number of Sydney-siders, or residents of Sydney
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Hectares of parks and nature areas in Sydney
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Tons amount of fish sold each day at The Sydney Fish Market - the largest in the Southern Hemisphere
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Location & Culture
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The Destination
Sydney’s origins trace back to an area inhabited by Indigenous Australians for over 30,000 years, first visited by Europeans in the 1770’s and settled as a penal colony in 1788. Today, Sydney is a cosmopolitan, open-minded, multicultural city with more than five million residents. Nearly half of “Sydney-siders” speak a language other than English at home with 36% born overseas. Sydney is consistently ranked as one of the best cities to live globally, and it is renowned for its social inclusion, diversity, and tolerance.
Excursions & Activities
Every CIEE program is complemented with co-curricular activities and excursions designed to enhance academic and intercultural learning. In Sydney students may:
- Visit the Royal National Park to learn about aboriginal art
- Kayak with “mates” through Sydney Harbor before a traditional Australian BBQ
- Hike the spectacular Blue Mountains with experienced and informed guides ready to share the environmental and cultural history of the spectacular landscape
- Visit the Coolangatha Estate and learn about the first European settlement on New South Wales’ and its history as a former penal colony
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Housing
Students in Sydney will live across a variety of housing locations. Housing options are mostly twin rooms with some single and triple rooms. Students will share a kitchen and other facilities with others. Housing locations are all in convenient locations to shops, cafes, and public transport within the city area and are within a commute of around 30 minutes to classes in Ultimo, Sydney.
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Meals
Meals not included. Sydney has a vibrant food scene with fresh local fruits, vegetables, and meats readily available. You’ll find Australian food is influenced from all corners of the globe whether it’s a walk down Spice Alley, fish and chips on the beach or a traditional Australian pub feed there is something for everyone’s tastes.
Sydney, Australia Where You'll Study
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Sydney Opera House
world-famous Sydney landmark
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Bondi Beach
world-famous beach
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CIEE Global Institute
Sydney
Academics
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During the January in Sydney program, all students take the required course. In-class work is augmented by co-curricular visits to the city’s rich variety of cultural institutions and organizations relevant to the course offering.
CIEE Sydney is located in the city center, with easy access to public transportation and some of the best sites Sydney has to offer.
GPA
2.5
Language Prerequisites
There are no specific language requirements for this program.
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Program Requirements
1 CIEE elective course
Program Credit
Total credit: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits
Course Credit
CIEE courses: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact hours
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Academic Culture
The program consists of three weeks of classes with an intensive orientation beforehand. CIEE classes are designed to follow U.S. academic culture. Class attendance is strictly enforced both for classes and required co-curricular excursions.
Class Format
Courses taught at the CIEE Center are for CIEE students only. Courses are taught Monday – Friday. Instruction is supported and augmented online by our learning management system, Canvas.
Grading
Assessment is based on the individual’s overall performance in the course, including essays, coursework, and final examinations or papers. Students must check with their professors to find out exam and project presentation dates. Under no circumstances will CIEE alter deadlines or exam dates for study abroad students who have made conflicting travel plans. The U.S. grading scale of A-F is used.
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Language of Instruction
English
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Courses
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Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple CIEE sites.
Dates & Fees
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You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
What's Included
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