Adelaide Exchange Program

Adelaide, South Australia

Founded in 1836, Adelaide, the capital city of South Australia is known throughout the world for its quality of life and strong tradition of cultural activities. It is a city of approximately one million people and is the center of the economic, cultural, political, and social life of the State.

Adelaide is a well-planned and uncongested city. A parkland belt runs along the Torrens River and a green belt surrounds the central city. The mild climate is ideal for a variety of outdoor activities including swimming, sailing, windsurfing at nearby beaches, hiking, and exploring.

Adelaide is known as The Festival State. The Adelaide Fringe Festival is an internationally acclaimed open access event for artists of all art forms, and is the largest festival of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere. It takes place all over Adelaide. In 2010, the festival will run from February 19th to March 14th. The internationally famous Adelaide Festival celebrates the city’s love of the arts. The 2010 dates are February 26th to March 14th. The South Australian Museum houses the world’s largest collection of aboriginal artifacts. The Adelaide Central Market is also a must. The city of Adelaide combines creativity and liveliness with a low cost of living and safe and pleasant environment.

University of Adelaide

The University of Adelaide was founded in 1874 less than 30 years after the first settlers arrived. It is one of the country's leading research institutions and was the first to establish a Conservatorium of Music and was the first to confer degrees to women on equal terms with men.

The University of Adelaide's main campus reflects its late 19th century origins with a blend of old and new buildings in a shady, well-landscaped setting. It resembles the older English universities, with stone buildings, a 'great hall', enclosing walls and the Torrens River. Located on North Terrace, in the heart of the city, the main campus is close to restaurants, entertainment, parks, shops and the Adelaide Festival Theatre.

The student body is diverse with a broad range of social, economic, political and academic backgrounds. There are over 4,500 international students from 65 countries in attendance.

The University of Adelaide Law School is the third oldest and one of the most respected in Australia and has an established reputation for excellence in teaching and research. The law school covers all significant areas of law in its degree programs and as the practice of law has become more complex and specialized, programs have been developed to help practitioners broaden their knowledge of specialized areas of law. To learn more about The University of Adelaide Law School, visit their web site, http://www.law.adelaide.edu.au/.

Academic Program

University of Oregon students will choose their courses of study with the assistance of Nicole Commissiong, Assistant Dean for Student Affairs, at the UO School of Law. The course of study must comply with the American Bar Association’s Independent Study Program. Both the University of Oregon and the University of Adelaide will approve the student’s course of study. Students are to register in all postgraduate courses. Course descriptions are available on-line, http://access.adelaide.edu.au/courses/search.asp. (Note: You will actually be enrolled in courses at the University of Adelaide, taught by Adelaide faculty. This is a very different kind of opportunity than many study abroad programs hosted by law schools.)

Academic Calendar

Students accepted to participate in this program will attend the University of Adelaide Law School Semester 1 (March 4 - July 3, 2010). Orientation is scheduled for the week of February 15. While attendance at Orientation not required, past students have found it to be a great way to meet other international students, get acquainted, and find roommates.

Eligibility, Applications and Deadlines

To be eligible, UO Law students must have an overall GPA of 3.00 or above and have completed one year of law school. Due to ABA requirements, the School of Law sends a maximum of four students each year (two per semester). It is possible that some applicants who meet the eligibility requirements may not be selected.

The application deadline is 5 p.m. on Friday, October 16, 2009. Selection for the program will be based on a review of the student's written application, transcripts, recommendations, and personal interview. Applications will be collected at the Law School Administration Office reception desk.

UO students will pay UO law school tuition and fees. Costs and fees for the Adelaide study abroad program are itemized below.

Estimated Student Budget. *These figures are for Spring 2009 and are subject to change.*

Below are estimated amounts that will be calculated into your financial aid budget. Some of these expenses may increase due to a falling exchange rate, increased program costs, or inflation. All costs are in USD unless indicated otherwise. To convert currency, see http://www.xe.com/ucc/convert.cgi

Students must pay all fees before departure for Australia.

The UO study abroad fee and OUS insurance fee will be charged to the student's UO account. Students must pay the fee by the billing date.

Selection and Participation

Participants must meet the eligibility requirements for the program, and be prepared academically and socially to succeed abroad. Study abroad participants must satisfactorily complete the following:

• well-written program application
• personal interview
• timely submission of required paperwork
• payment of program fees.

Program participants must also demonstrate the ability to be successful overseas through evidence of maturity, motivation, flexibility, and such other characteristics as the UO School of Law may deem relevant or appropriate. Participation in any program is subject to the approval of The University of Oregon and its partner institution, which may grant or withhold such approval in their sole discretion.

Registration and Credits

Students participating in this exchange program will be registered at the University of Oregon and will receive credit for courses taken at Adelaide. Students may earn up to 14 semester hours of credit. Grades earned will not be computed into UO GPA.

Living Arrangements

Full board, room only, shared house and rental accommodations can be arranged through the Accommodation Office at the University of Adelaide. Residential college accommodations with three meals per day are also available. Additional information is available online at www.adelaide.edu.au/accommodation.

Health Insurance

UO law students are also required to purchase the Accident & Sickness Insurance Plan for Oregon Students. Cost information is included in the estimated student budget estimate listed above.

Financial Aid

Most forms of financial aid that students receive at the University of Oregon may be applied to the cost of this program. Students should consult with their financial aid counselor at the UO Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships for specific information about awards and eligibility.

Your financial aid will disburse on or about the first day of your classes. If you need financial assistance pending disbursement of your financial aid, short term loans up to $2,000 may be available in the Law School Administration Office.

Application

To apply for this program, please go to the Administrative link on MyLaw.

Secondary Paperwork

All students who are admitted to study at the University of Adelaide are required to complete and submit secondary forms for the UO International Affairs Office. The forms are located under the Administrative link on MyLaw.

Visa Information

After receiving Confirmation of Enrollment (COE) from The University of Adelaide, students accepted into this program are required to obtain a valid student visa to enter Australia for study purposes. US Citizens may apply online for an electronic study visa. Applicants from other countries may have to apply by mail or in person and the process may take longer. More information can be found online at www.immi.gov.au under the Visa and Immigration section. Please discuss any questions you might have with the Overseas Program Coordinator, by email or 300 Oregon Hall.

Please Note: The Australian government requires all international students studying on a student visa to maintain acceptable health and medical insurance with a preferred provider for their entire time in Australia. You will be required to pay for the Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) when you pay your tuition fees. OSHC provides medical and hospital coverage while students are in Australia.

Please note that visa regulations and policies change frequently.

All students should apply for or renew (if necessary) their U.S. (or other) passports as soon as possible. Since many countries require visas, you should plan to have your passport available at least three months before your departure date.  If you have a passport, make certain it is valid for at least six months beyond the end of your stay.  Application forms for new passports and renewals are available at the main post office at the corner of 5th and Willamette Streets or online at http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html.