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| Living in Brisbane, Australia |
Student Support and Orientation |
| Studying Water in Australia | English Support |
| Student Facilities | IWC Students will have access to: |
Living in Brisbane, Australia
In
2007 and 2008, the IWC Master of Integrated Water Management will be
based in Brisbane, the capital city of the State of Queensland, and
hosted at The University of Queensland (UQ).
Students will enjoy the benefits of living in one of Australia’s most attractive and cosmopolitan cities, while receiving world-class education and training from lecturers from IWC’s four leading Australian university partners. Brisbane is one of Australia’s fastest growing state capitals, and widely regarded as the country’s most liveable city. With a population of more than 1.7 million, Brisbane offers a safe, friendly multicultural environment with a welcoming sub- tropical outdoor lifestyle.
Studying Water in Australia
Water security is a central concern for Australia. Population and industrial growth coupled with climate change have added to the pressures of a prolonged drought. Across Australia severe drought has brought water issues to the fore in nearly all communities. Water restrictions and water reforms now receive unprecedented community acceptance. The experience Australia has gained by applying scientific knowledge to the water challenges facing the nation have widespread international application. IWC students learn first hand how Australia’s water professionals are adapting creative solutions to the nation’s severe water crisis. Australia is a world leader in innovative water supply and wastewater treatment technologies, and is recognised worldwide for progressive governance and institutional reform in the water sector.
Student Facilities
IWC students have access to excellent academic, administrative and personal support services and facilities. IWC students can access state-of-the art learning spaces, including collaborative learning areas, online learning programs, seminar rooms, and lecture theatres. All are equipped with the latest teaching equipment such as data-projection, video replay, computers and visualisers. Students use comprehensive library resources, with extended opening hours and have access to more than 1,100 computers and a wide range of software to assist learning. IWC students also access online collections at Monash University, Griffith University and the University of Western Australia, allowing them to retrieve the latest journal articles and on-line publications available Australia-wide.
Student Support and Orientation
IWC holds a one-day Orientation to familiarise students with the program and courses, provide academic advice, and help students with administrative requirements. In addition, a two-part Orientation is compulsory for new international students at UQ and familiarizes students with information on starting a study program, enrolling and obtaining student ID cards, and accessing resources.
Administrative staff at IWC ensure that students receive the pastoral care and learning assistance they need to excel in their studies. Students have access to academic advisors, financial assistance advisors, career and personal counsellors.
English Support
IWC students whose first language is not English can access to a range of English support services. These include:
- A free three-and-a-half-day Academic Preparation Program (APP) prior to course commencement at UQ;
- An English for Academic Communication (EAC) course available free of charge for two hours a week throughout the semester; and
- Preparatory English programs through the Institute of Continuing and TESOL Education at UQ or Griffith English Language Institute.
IWC students will have access to:
- Assistance to find permanent accommodation on campus residential colleges or in rental houses or apartments (www.uq.edu.au/rentalsonline);
- Comprehensive health services;
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), compulsory for all international students, which covers most medical costs provided by the University Health Service;
- Independently operated childcare, kindergarten and after-school facilities;
- Facilities and places of worship for Christian, Buddhist, Hindu, Islamic and other major religious groups; and
- A range of sport, entertainment and cultural activities on campus and dozens of student clubs and societies.
CRICOS Provider Number: 00025B
CRICOS Codes: 059263A, 059262B, 059261C
