University Sunshine Coast (UniSC) is a highly regarded university in the Australian state of Queensland. Queensland is home to some of Australia’s most iconic natural landmarks and has a rich cultural heritage. Visitors can explore the vast natural beauty of the Sunshine Coast while enjoying unique cultural experiences. With a current student enrollment of around 12,000 students from over 50 different countries, UniSC is one of the fastest growing campuses in Australia. UniSC offers a wide range of support services to meet the academic and personal needs of students, as well as a range of social events to help students acclimate to the area.

UniSC has a number of research centers such as: Adolescent Risk Research Unit, Art Research in Creative Humanities, Centre for Animal Health Innovation, Forest Industry Research Centre, GeneCology Research Center, Stormwater Research Group, Sustainability Research Centre, Tropical Forests and People Research Centre, and more.

Students participating in this program have a unique opportunity to receive a Diploma from UniSC at the commencement of their studies. UniSC will transfer in prior coursework taken at GVSU to account for the additional credits necessary to complete the Diploma. A Diploma is a university qualification under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and an additional credential that students can list on their resume.

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GVSU's partner universities are largely independent programs; prospective participants should carefully consider if this form of study abroad suits their needs before registering. These partnerships allow students to experience a more independent international study abroad, but also require students to have a high level of flexibility and the ability to navigate much of the program independently. Those who prefer additional support may wish to consider other study abroad options such as external study abroad providers and our faculty-led options.