Australian Studies Minor

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The Australian studies minor, based upon the Rollins Program in Sydney, fosters an intellectual and social understanding between Australia and the United States.

Thanks to the faculty exchange program begun in January 1981, one or two visiting professors from Australia spend time at Rollins each year. Recent lecturers have included Rosemary Broomham in history and Graham Boardman in Australian literature.

Minor Requirements

Six (6) courses are required (totaling at least 24 semester hours): four (4) completed for grade-point credit in Australia during the required term in Sydney and two (2) more taken at Rollins or in Australia.

Rollins Sydney Program

In order to complete this minor, students must study abroad in Sydney, Australia for one (1) semester during their time at Rollins.

Required Sydney Courses (2 courses)

Electives (4 courses)

AUS 255 - Australian Aboriginal Studies
AUS 262 - The Australian Economic and Political Systems
AUS 300 - International Business
AUS 356 - Australian Literature
AUS 361 - Australian Art
AUS 368 - The Fauna and Flora of Australia
AUS 388 - Australia’s Physical Environment
Any additonal courses that appear on the Rollins course schedule with an “AUS” designation.