Information for term Open Campus Block
Application deadline, and cost information.
Overview
Click to OpenHead to the land down under and discover the breathtaking biodiversity and laid-back lifestyle of this continent-sized country. Even better, experience Sydney your way by customizing your study abroad term on the Open Campus Block Program. Take one, two, or three six-week blocks, select your courses from a wide range of subject areas. In Sydney, you’ll enjoy one of the world’s most livable and friendliest cities with easy access to outdoor activities and iconic beaches.
Stay in Sydney the entire time or spend other blocks at our Global Institute locations in Berlin, Buenos Aires, Cape Town, Copenhagen, London, Madrid, Merida, Monteverde, Paris, Rio de Janeiro, Rome, Santiago, and Shanghai.
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Do your class reading
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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the great Australian outdoors
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Sydneysiders, or residents of Sydney
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hectares of parks and nature areas in Sydney
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tons of fish sold daily at the Sydney Fish Market- the biggest 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, discovered by Europeans in the 1770’s and settled as a penal colony in 1788. With a population of around five million, Sydney is a cosmopolitan, open-minded, multicultural city. Nearly half of its residents speak a language other than English at home and 36% were 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
Each block features a study tour and various activities may include:
- Go on a 3-day/2-night excursion to the nation’s capital, Canberra, to learn about the governance of Australia and witness the highs and the lows of Australian history at the Australian War Memorial and the Reconciliation Place
- Kayak with your “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
Projects, Volunteer Opportunities, or Internships
- Volunteer Opportunities: Sydney Dogs and Cats Home Animal Shelter – work on projects that support the needs of stray dogs and cats in our campus neighborhood. Indigenous Education Center – volunteer for peer to peer tutoring. Women's Library Resource Center – work on projects that support the needs of the center. Code Club Sydney – help young learners from disadvantaged backgrounds learn basic computing skills.
- Internships: Internship opportunities are available as part of the study program in a variety of businesses and NGOs in both private and public organizations.
- Research: Pursue a research project of your own design incorporating independent and local fieldwork.
- Service-Learning: Combine course-based learning with practical, relevant project experience to meet a community-defined need.
Daily Life
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Housing
Live in a housing complex for students. Housing options include a mix of shared rooms in apartment-style dormitory complexes with common spaces to spend time with peers.
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Meals
You will have shared kitchen facilities to prepare meals or purchase food and drinks at local grocers. Sydney has a vibrant food scene with fresh local fruits, vegetables, and meats readily available. You’ll easily find Australian food is influenced from all corners of the globe.
Sydney, Australia Where You'll Study
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Sydney Opera House
world famous Sydney landmark
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Bondi Beach
world-class spot to lie in the sand, play rugby, or surf
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George Street
high street shopping and civic center
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Click to OpenWhat you need to know
The program detailsStudents enroll in one, two, or three six-week blocks, taking two courses during each block. This program gives students the flexibility to stay in Sydney the entire time or spend other blocks at our Global Institute locations in Berlin, Buenos Aires, Cape Town, Copenhagen, London, Madrid, Monteverde, Paris, Rio de Janeiro, Rome, Santiago, Shanghai, and Yucatan
Students may select one of six academic tracks: Business; Communications, Journalism & New Media; Global & Community Health; International Relations & Political Science; Language, Literature & Culture; or STEM and Society.
The CIEE Global Institute is centrally located and convenient to public transportation for exploring the city. Courses are taught in English by CIEE faculty drawn from a variety of higher education institutions in Sydney.
Academics
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Overall GPA
A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required for admission.
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Curriculum
Program Credit
- One block: 6 semester credits
- Two blocks: 12 semester credits
- Three blocks: 15 - 18 semester credits
Each course is 3 semester credits, unless otherwise noted in the syllabus.
Students are required to enroll in two 3-credit courses each block. Students attending the program for all three blocks in a semester may select one block in which to enroll in only one 3-credit class (recommended for the block of the Academic Project, where applicable). Each course is 3 semester credits, unless otherwise noted in the syllabus.
CIEE Academic Projects are approximately 100-120 total hours of field-based work/internship, service-learning, or independent research hours, plus 15 seminar hours and meetings with CIEE faculty advisors, for 3 semester / 4.5 quarter credits. Students applying for an Academic Project will be required to submit additional materials during the course selection process.
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.
SPRING 2020 COURSES
Click to OpenCourses are listed below by block and track; course list subject to change. Courses are in English unless otherwise noted. “GI” denotes courses that are offered at multiple Global Institute sites.
Use our Spring 2020 Course Comparison Tool to compare classes offered across all Open Campus locations for each block.
BLOCK I
BUSINESS
COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND NEW MEDIA
GLOBAL AND COMMUNITY HEALTH
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND POLITICAL SCIENCE
LANGUAGE, LITERATURE, AND CULTURE
BLOCK II
BUSINESS
COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND NEW MEDIA
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND POLITICAL SCIENCE
LANGUAGE, LITERATURE, AND CULTURE
STEM AND SOCIETY
ACADEMIC PROJECTS
Academic Project placement is based on the student’s academic track, project learning goals, qualifications, resume, and availability of placements. The process is highly individualized and goal oriented. Students enrolled in an Academic Project receive additional academic support that informs and enhances the placement experience. Students applying for an Academic Project are required to submit additional materials during the course selection process.
To qualify for participation, students must be in the location for at least one block in advance of the Academic Project in order to prepare for and plan the placement. As a result, students participate in an Academic Project in either Block II or III. CIEE academic projects are approximately 120 total hours of field-based work/internship, service learning, or independent research hours, plus 15 hours of meetings with CIEE faculty advisors, for 3 semester/4.5 quarter credits. Interested students enroll in the accompanying class:
- (GI) INDR 4901 SYAU: Directed Independent Research
- (GI) INSH 3801 SYAU: Internship Seminar
- (GI) SVCL 3701 SYAU: Service-Learning Project
BLOCK III
BUSINESS
- (GI) BUSI 3009 SYAU: Technopreneurship
- (GI) MGMT 2002 SYAU: Principles of Marketing
COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND NEW MEDIA
GLOBAL AND COMMUNITY HEALTH
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND POLITICAL SCIENCE
LANGUAGE, LITERATURE, AND CULTURE
STEM AND SOCIETY
- (GI) CMPS 2002 SYAU: Web Development and Design
ACADEMIC PROJECTS
Academic Project placement is based on the student’s academic track, project learning goals, qualifications, resume, and availability of placements. The process is highly individualized and goal oriented. Students enrolled in an Academic Project receive additional academic support that informs and enhances the placement experience. Students applying for an Academic Project are required to submit additional materials during the course selection process.
To qualify for participation, students must be in the location for at least one block in advance of the Academic Project in order to prepare for and plan the placement. As a result, students participate in an Academic Project in either Block II or III. CIEE academic projects are approximately 120 total hours of field-based work/internship, service learning, or independent research hours, plus 15 hours of meetings with CIEE faculty advisors, for 3 semester/4.5 quarter credits. Interested students enroll in the accompanying class:
Scholarships
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CIEE offers more than $8 million in scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application. Learn more at the Scholarships & Grants section of our website.
See more scholarship infoDates, Deadlines & Fees
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No Hidden Fees
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
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| Spring Block I 2020 6 weeks | Nov 1, 2019 | Jan 6, 2020 | Feb 17, 2020 | |
| Spring Blocks I, II 2020 12 weeks | Nov 1, 2019 | Jan 6, 2020 | Mar 30, 2020 | |
| Spring Blocks I, II, III 2020 18 weeks | Nov 1, 2019 | Jan 6, 2020 | May 11, 2020 | |
| Spring Block II 2020 6 weeks | Nov 1, 2019 | Feb 17, 2020 | Mar 30, 2020 | |
| Spring Blocks II, III 2020 12 weeks | Nov 1, 2019 | Feb 17, 2020 | May 11, 2020 | |
| Spring Block III 2020 6 weeks | Nov 1, 2019 | Mar 30, 2020 | May 11, 2020 |
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