Student Teaching in Australia
SUNY Fredonia's student teaching program at the University of the Sunshine Coast (USC) is a 9-week program that includes:
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Two courses in a four-week program in which students take specialized courses: Australian Education and Australian Curriculum Studies. These courses have been designed to prepare students for their experience in Queensland schools.
- Thirty-five day student teaching placement in Kingaroy. This student teaching program meets the requirements mandated by the New York State Education Department as well as by the State University of New York.
- Time for travel
2011 Student Teaching Program Dates (tentative)
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Depart the US |
Late Dec./Early Jan. |
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Arrive in Brisbane |
January 8/9 |
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Orientation begins |
January 10 |
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Preparatory classes begin |
January 10 |
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Classes end |
February 4 |
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Student Teaching placements begin |
February 7 |
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Student Teaching placements end |
March 11 |
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Depart Australia |
Mid March |
- Students may elect to stay on after the official end of the program, but must be sure to note their exact return date on their visa when applying.
Accommodation: Apartment style accommodations at Unicentral have been designed specifically for students. Located a few minutes walk from the centre of campus, the complex includes swimming pool, tennis court, games room and BBQ’s, on-site management and 24 hour security. The apartments each house four students who share a living area, kitchen and laundry. Each student has a private bedroom with en-suite bathroom, Internet connection and telephone. Housing in Kingaroy is in traditional Australian bungalos. These are small, but have all the necessities. Internet access is an additional expense and is not included in the student budget.
Passport and Visa Information: All students studying in Australia must have a valid passport. Participating students will also have to apply for a Working Holiday Visa. Information about the visa application and visa process will come from SUNY Fredonia's International Education Center in the student's acceptance packet.
Cost: 2011 Budget
USC Website: http://www.usc.edu.au/Students/International
Application Deadline: April 15, 2010
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