Overview

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad, formerly known as AustraLearn, offers semester and year abroad programs at La Trobe University. Choose lifestyle in a pristine natural environment. La Trobe University’s largest campus and one of the most attractive university campuses in Australia, the Melbourne (Bundoora) campus covers 330 hectares (approx 500 acres) of stunning parkland with its own waterways and a wildlife sanctuary.

Travel between central Melbourne and the campus is easy: it takes about 20-30 minutes by bus or car and 50 minutes by tram.

Over 21,000 students – including 6100 international students - enjoy superb facilities including an outstanding academic library - offering access to the La Trobe University Library network of more than 2 million books, journals, international newspapers and resources - plus a lively, well-known central student meeting place, the “Agora”, ICT services, multi-media facilities, residential colleges, a sports and leisure center and swimming pool, tennis courts, food and retail outlets, banking, postal services, careers and counseling services, language and academic skills assistance and childcare facilities – plus many more facilities.

Our Study Abroad program offers exciting study opportunities, specialty programs and activities which allow you to create your own personalized program and make the most of your overseas study experience. At the Melbourne (Bundoora) campus, our five faculties offer over 300 subjects which you can specially select and credit to your home degree. Undergraduate and postgraduate subjects are available in the following study areas: Humanities, Social Sciences, Media, Communications, Business, Law, Science, Technology, Engineering, Health Sciences and Education.

Specialty Program at Melbourne (Bundoora)

• Fieldtrips and internships

• Australian studies

• Residential Life programs

• Study Abroad Ambassador Scholarships

• Pre-orientation surf camp and orientation activities

• Volunteer opportunities at our Wildlife Sanctuary

   

Learn more about La Trobe University:

Location

About Melbourne

Melbourne is the capital city of the state Victoria. A city of contrasts, it is the cultural, sporting, shopping and corporate center of Australia. If the international standard film, arts, comedy and street festivals are not your idea of great recreation, perhaps you’ll enjoy some of the sport Melbournians love so much, such as Aussie Rules Football, the Australian Tennis Open, the Melbourne Cup, or the Motorcycle and Formula One Grand Prix.

Home to a population originating from 135 different countries, Melbourne is famous for its multiculturalism - even on a student budget you can enjoy the cuisine of just about every nation on earth.

Melbourne was voted the ‘World’s Most Livable City’ for three consecutive years. And as a city of over 3.5 million, there is also great nightlife. Melbourne offers all this and more in a city renowned for its safe environment.

The Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus, the largest University campus in Australia, is situated 8 miles from central Melbourne. Though it is near the central business district of the city and surrounded by homes, shopping centers and businesses, the campus is a complete community within itself. It is one of the most attractive university campuses in Australia, covering 200 hectares of parks and bushland setting with its own waterways and wildlife sanctuary.

Public transport, including trams, buses, and trains, allows students easy access to the city center and to other areas of interest around Melbourne and Victoria. Travel from central Melbourne to the campus takes about 30 minutes by bus or car, and 50 minutes by tram. There is easy access to beaches, shopping districts, nightlife - clubs, live music, theatre, cafés and restaurants - as well as sporting stadiums, galleries, museums, parks, gardens, and historical icons. Ski resorts, national parks, and many other attractions are also within easy reach.

Around the University

The Melbourne campus is located in the suburb of Bundoora – approximately 8 miles North East of Melbourne’s Central Business District. The word Bundoora is Aboriginal for "the favorite haunt of the kangaroo". The Melbourne campus is a parkland campus - with waterways, wildlife sanctuary, and a selection of sports facilities (gym, pool, tennis court, sports fields etc). The campus also has its own shops (small supermarket) and food outlets.

You can access the campus most easily by catching the bus or no. 86 tram. Click here to see what it’s like riding the number 86 tram.

Popular destinations for students around the campus include:

• Various restaurants and shops located around campus: - 15-20 minutes walk
• Northland Shopping Centre (mall, cinema and supermarket) – 10 minute bus ride
• La Trobe Medical Centre – 5 minute walk
• Northcote (popular among students for restaurants and shopping) – 20 minute tram ride
• Ivanhoe (popular shopping strip, large supermarket) - 15 minute bus ride
• Preston (including Preston market) – 15 minute tram ride
• Fitzroy (including very popular Brunswick Street, restaurants, and cafes) – 25 minute tram ride
   

Academic Highlights

Aboriginal studies, agricultural sciences, Australian studies, anthropology, archaeology (field trips in some courses), art history, biology (field trips in some courses), business, computer studies, economics, education, English, health sciences, history, international relations, law and legal studies, management, media and cinema studies, outdoor education, peace studies, politics, psychology, religious studies, sociology, speech pathology, sport and leisure management, tourism and hospitality, and women’s studies.

University Services

Housing

As a GlobaLinks Learning Abroad student you are guaranteed pre-arranged accommodation to fit your lifestyle. There are a variety of housing options available which you will apply for after acceptance. Read below for more specific options offered at this university

On-campus housing is guaranteed for all Study Abroad students. Want to be close to the action? All of La Trobe University campuses have on-campus accommodation, where you’ll be part of the welcoming community of students. Each accommodation option offers different services such as academic support and pastoral, cultural, and sporting programs, as well as the option of catered or self-catered accommodation choices.

Orientation

In addition to the GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Bridging Cultures Program which is included in your program fees La Trobe University will provide an onsite orientation upon arrival to your university. La Trobe University provides a comprehensive orientation program known as the International Welcome Festival. The Welcome Festival helps you to settle in quickly and make the most of your time whilst at La Trobe University and in Australia. It’s a great opportunity to meet new friends.

For example, at the Melbourne (Bundoora) campus topics and activities covered include enrollment, a campus tour, studying in Australia, Australian and Aboriginal culture, an introduction to Oz English, free access to the Sports Centre, fun day trips around Melbourne, how to use public transport, city treasure hunt, welcome party and much more.

Scholarships Available

In addition to the scholarships offered by GlobaLinks Learning Abroad, La Trobe University supports GlobaLinks Learning Abroad students with one $1000AUD scholarship awarded each semester. La Trobe University also offer Study Abroad Ambassador Scholarships, starting from $1000AUD. Contact our coordinator for more information.

Special Programs/Excursions

Get Involved Abroad

Extracurricular Activities

When you’re planning a weekend away the options are endless. Bell’s Beach (the home of the world-renowned Easter Surfing Classic) is less than two hours from Melbourne. Or, take a day or weekend tour down the Great Ocean Road, one of the world’s most beautiful coastal drives. There are also 35 National Parks within easy reach of Melbourne from semi-arid desert to lush rainforest.

No visit is complete without a trip to Wilson’s Promontory at the southern most tip of mainland Australia, with some of the best beaches in Australia. In winter, try the ski resorts less than three hours from the city.

Students can experience all this and more through the La Trobe University sporting clubs, run by students for students. For the more adventurous, or just the more curious, there are opportunities to experience first-hand the adventurous Australian lifestyle through the Surfing, Snow Sports, Mountaineering, Scuba, and the Waterski and Wakeboard clubs.

Community Involvement

While abroad, we recommend getting involved in your local community. It's an awesome way to meet locals, experience the true Australian culture, and create long lasting memories. From volunteering to festival-going, we challenge you to make the most of your international experience... See a sample of community involvement opportunities available in Melbourne or discover your own upon arrival!

You'll get a taste of how enriching community involvement can be during your first few days in Australia on the GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Bridging Cultures Program. The program includes pre-arranged volunteering with the local community. You'll interact directly with locals while giving back to and sharing your own culture with the community that first welcomes you to Australia. Plus, you can continue your volunteer efforts later in the semester by signing up for the GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Conservation Volunteer Weekend.

Enhance Your Experience

While studying at La Trobe, you can maximize your study abroad experience by enrolling in the Global Identity course (EdPA 3103 Connecting Your International Experience to Your Future). The course will help you articulate the value of your experience to future employers, demonstrate your intercultural development and skills, and understand intercultural interactions.

This one-credit, online course is offered by the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities exclusively for students studying with GlobaLinks Learning Abroad. LEARN MORE>

Global Citizens Development Modules

The Global Citizen Development modules are online learning components designed to help you explore your study abroad destination and experience at a whole new level. These modules are not mandatory, however we strongly encourage your participation as they will introduce you to the opportunities and challenges you may encounter when participating in a study abroad program, as well as expose you to cultural insights and knowledge about your host country to help make your program abroad even more successful and fulfilling. Through the 3 modules, you will refine your skills in cross-cultural observation, adaptation, and communication.  

Course Catalog

To determine if the classes you need are available at this university, select Courses/Subjects to view the specific course options.

Tips: For advice on navigating the university’s course catalog, use the Selecting Courses link. You may also view the suggested grade and credit transfer information through the Grade Conversion.

If you have any questions about course availability, please contact studyabroad@globalinksabroad.org.

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Fees

Fee Includes

Program Fees: As a GlobaLinks Learning Abroad study abroad participant, you will be required to enroll as a full-time student; typically this is 3-4 classes, which is equivalent to 12-16 U.S. semester credit hours. Your program fees are in U.S. dollars and include the host university semester tuition for 4 subjects, university administrative fees, overseas health insurance, the Basic ISIC card, our renowned Bridging Cultures Program on-site orientation and the GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Personalized Support and Service.

With GlobaLinks Learning Abroad you will receive Personalized Support and Service through our four point philosophy to manage your program:

1.) Personal Program Selection & Planning: Personal service & advising, academic planning and credit transfer assistance, program location, housing advice, financial assistance.

2.) Pre and Post Orientation and Preparation: Our MyLearn on-line enrollment information and process, comprehensive program information and departure webinar, immigration visa support and advice, airline ticket and group flight assistance, global citizen development modules.

3.) Cultural Integration: On-site Bridging Cultures Program, on-site resident director services and advising, academic support, guaranteed housing and placement, volunteer and community involvement opportunities.

4.) Reflection and Application of the Experience: Beyond Study Abroad Program, The EnCompass Alumni Program, program evaluation opportunity, resume building and review, alumni handbook and transcript services. 

Housing Fees: The Housing Fees are approximates and are in addition to the Program Fees. GlobaLinks Learning Abroad offers you “Housing to Fit Your Lifestyle” and you are guaranteed a placement in a wide variety of quality housing options to accommodate your academic, personal and budgetary needs during your experience abroad. The housing fees listed indicate an approximate cost for the options available on that program which may represent apartments/flats, houses and/or dormitories/residential halls, living within the local community or on-campus with locals and other international students. Private single rooms are standard (although double rooms are available) and are fully furnished, including comfort amenities with access to internet and telephone. Students who choose to arrange their own accommodation upon arrival will be charged the Program Fee only, as they will be responsible for making payment directly to the housing provider once accommodation has been arranged.

Additional Subject & Gym Membership Fees: Additional charges may apply for science, media, fine arts, or journalism subjects at some universities and students who undertake subjects where the university requires additional fees will be billed directly by the home university upon final enrolment. Gym and student union memberships are optional to students. If you wish to join, you may do so on arrival by contacting the international office at your host university.

Fee Advice

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Dates

Entry Requirements

Programs in Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji Coordinator

Name: Jan Amann Title: Coordinator, Outreach and Student Services Department: BIO: Jan Amann manages study abroad admission and participant pre-trip services for students attending the University of Otago, Victoria University of Wellington, University of Adelaide, University of South Australia, Southern Cross University, La Trobe University, Monash University, Swinburne University of Technology and University of Melbourne. Jan earned her B.A. in English and Philosophy from the University of Scranton in 2006. After studying abroad at the University of Otago in New Zealand, Jan was inspired to work for her school’s study abroad office and pursue an exciting career in International Education. Following graduation, Jan moved to New Zealand for one year where she had the opportunity to travel and work for the government. She has also worked with youth for many years, and led a group of students on an Experiment in International Living trip abroad in 2010. Jan completed her M.A. in International Education at New York University, where she studied abroad (again!) in Hong Kong, China, and worked with international students. Jan’s additional travels have brought her to Australia, Italy, Canada, Belgium, France, England and the Caribbean. Jan looks forward to helping AustraLearn students plan their semesters abroad! Advice From The Coordinator: Menzies and Chisholm Colleges (dorms) promote a team-building environment by establishing sports teams to compete against each other. The campus is located in a comfortable community with easy access to Melbourne.