Houghton Down Under

Houghton in Australia and New Zealand

Houghton Down Under is Back!  The program now offers students the opportunity to experience two countries: Brisbane and Melbourne, Australia and Auckland, New Zealand!

Apply Online Now   Next Program Fall 2013

Come Explore Your World, Your Faith, Your Heart, in three World Class Cities, Far, Far Away.

Overview

Koala

In Houghton Down Under, you will study Australian and New Zealand cultures and communities; including their art, music, film, history, and literature.  Serve in the cities, hike in the bush and rainforest, swim in the South Pacific, and learn with local teachers--all amidst spectacular scenery, fantastic flora and fauna, and friendly people.  In this travel semester, you will live and study in three urban centers in two countries.  Pack lightly!

Example Dates: Fall Semester 2011.  Left August 24 and returned November 21.  

Depart: Mid-late August,  Return early December

Academics:

For options for major, minor, and integrative studies/general education see course descriptions:

Required courses:

The courses are:  (click here for full course descriptions)
  • Community and Society in Australia and New Zealand  (4)
  • Art and Music in Australia and New Zealand (4)
  • Australia and New Zealand Culture Through Film (4)
  • Engaging Australian and New Zealand Culture (4)
Options currently include:
  • Walking for Wellness (0, .5, 1)

Other options planned in art, communication, literature, music, and science.

Application Requirements:

  • Juniors and Seniors.
  • Minimum 2.75 GPA.
  • Passport current for at least 6 months beyond program end.
  • By application only.

Faculty, Fall of 2013

  • A Houghton professor (to be determined) and up to 16 Aussie and Kiwi lecturers.

Program Information

Melbourne Park

Students will reside in a variety or locales ranging from  college dormitories to hostels, hotels, and homestays.

Students will be involved in service learning with a variety of agencies including the Salvation Army, Habitat for Humanity, local churches, and government councils.

Routine health care is readily available through clinics in each location, and emergency medical care is available at nearby hospitals. Students must carry U.S. health insurance.

Applications

You may APPLY ONLINE NOW. You must also copy and send the recommendation link to the appropriate persons: Recommendation Form. Alternatively, paper forms can be acquired from the link below, or directly from the Houghton OCP office. Apply by November 1, 2012 for December notification of application acceptance. After that, applications accepted continuously based on program space. Early application is advantageous.

Cost

Houghton tuition plus program fees. Houghton financial aid applies for Houghton students.

Non-Houghton students are responsible to check with their school about Financial aid and billing.

Sample costs (Fall 2011):

  • Tuition $12,997
  • Program $6,182 (Includes room, board, fees, and roundtrip airfare from New York (JFK)or Los Angeles (LAX); (The gateway city could vary depending on availability.)

Students must acquire an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) to visit Australia. Cost is $20, as of October 2010. Students must also have health insurance that covers them while in Australia. 

For More Information:

Program Director: Dr. Paul Young  paul.young@houghton.edu

or Contact: Off Campus Program Office, (585) 567-9634    ocp@houghton.edu