Overview

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad has designed this ACPE program with your individual student goals in mind. It is built around a unique Discovery Model which is delivered by some of the best staff in study abroad, both in the U.S. and overseas, in order to provide you with an individualized experience through discovery in 5 key areas: personal, academic, cultural, social, and professional. Learn more about the Discovery Model.

The Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE) is Australia’s leading provider of specialist undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in the related disciplines of Sport Management, Exercise Science, Coaching, Dance, and Physical Education. ACPE is recognized as a leading national provider of innovative career education in sport, physical activity, and health.

ACPE was founded in 1917 and in 2000 the college moved to its current site at Sydney Olympic Park, in the west Sydney suburb of Homebush Bay. The campus consists of one low-rise multi-story building housing classrooms, sports courts, offices, computer labs and lecture/meeting rooms, plus a separate building where the library is housed. The library has one of the most sport-focused print and online collections anywhere, plus numerous computers and study rooms. The New South Wales Institute of Sport is next door, and all of the main Olympic Park sports venues are within a 5-10 minute walk.  

The location is one of the most unique in the world and tailor-made for any student interested in a full sport and health immersion, right in the middle of Sydney Olympic Park, home to many of Australia's top sport venues, dozens of professional and semi-pro sports teams, numerous special events year round, and all within an easy train ride to downtown Sydney and all of its attractions.

ACPE is fully accredited an accredited Higher Education Provider, registered with the New South Wales Department of Education & Training, and is recognized by the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations. ACPE is included in the Australian Qualifications Framework register of Recognized Education Institutions and Authorized Accreditation Authorities in Australia.

Location

One of our most uniquely located campuses, ACPE is situated in the Sydney Olympic Park. Not only will you study sport, exercise, training and physical education, you will be in a prime location that hosted the 2000 summer Olympic games plus miles of parkland with bicycling, walking, nature, and jogging paths.

ACPE and Olympic Park are located in the inner-west Sydney suburb of Homebush, a relatively new and fast-growing part of the metropolitan area that is 7 miles from Sydney's Central Business District. A modern train station serves the city, with connections to Sydney CDB in 30-40 minutes. Frequent busses are available to Sydney, and there is a free scheduled circulator bus that runs daily within Olympic Park. In addition, the Parramatta River borders the Park where a ferry can be taken into Sydney’s Circular Quay terminal.

ACPE students have access to the entire range of facilities and events at Sydney Olympic Park, which offers numerous major sporting events such as the National Rugby League Grand Final, National Swimming Championships, Medibank International Tennis Open, National Athletic Championships, Sydney Grand Prix auto racing event, and a growing number of national sports teams which call Sydney Olympic Park home. Currently there are more than 5,000 events held at the park each year, including the Sydney Royal Easter Show, Rugby Union, National Rugby League, Australian Football League and Australian Rugby League games at ANZ Stadium, national and international athletics and swimming events, concerts, boxing, the Big Day Out music festival and free, open-air performances as part of the Sydney Festival such as Movies in the Overflow and Music by Moonlight.

Over 40 different sports are played at the Park attracting over four million participants and spectators annually. Teams that currently call Sydney Olympic Park home: Netball – New South Wales (NSW) Swifts and Diamonds, Australian Football League (AFL) - Sydney Swans and the GWS Giants, Rugby League – the Bulldogs, Rabbitohs, the NSW State of Origin Blues and the NRL Grand Final teams, Football – Socceroos and Matildas, Rugby - Waratahs and Wallabies, Hockey – NSW Arrows, Hockeyroos and Kookaburras and Cricket - Sydney Thunder and the Australian Cricket Team (in 2012).

Facilities located at Sydney Olympic Park:

• Sydney Aquatic Center – It is Australia's largest swimming and diving center and was used for the Olympic events.  Today it is open to the public, and ACPE students can purchase discounted student passes to use the facilities.
• NSW State Sports Center - A multi-use indoor arena that hosted table tennis and taekwondo events for the Olympics.  Today, it seats 5,000 spectators and is the home venue for the New South Wales Swifts netball team, and also house’s ACPE’s gym and weight room.
• ANZ Stadium - Built for the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, the stadium seats up to 83,500 spectators for live sport and entertainment. It is the only venue in the world designed to host five professional sports – rugby league, rugby union, Australian rules, football and cricket. Major concert acts have played here including U2, The Rolling Stones and AC/DC.
• All Phones Arena – Australia’s largest sport and entertainment arena with a capacity of up to 21,000 spectators, ranked in the top 10 arenas in the world and drawing major musical, sport and performance acts from around the globe.
• Sydney Showground – a purpose-built facility to house The Sydney Royal Easter Show held annually over two weeks around Easter. It is historically an event where "city meets country" and the rural industries of Australia can be shown and celebrated once a year.
• Athletic Center – A multi-use stadium for up to 18,000 spectators
• Hockey Center – A premier field hockey facility, with the semi- professional Australian Hockey League and New South Wales Waratahs and the New South Wales Arrows teams based there.
• Tennis Center - each year it hosts the Sydney International Tennis Tournament in January.
• Monster Skate Park – a commercial venue open to the public for skate boarding.

Academic Highlights

ACPE specializes in Sport and Physical Education, and has an extensive, focused offering of semester courses for study abroad students in the areas of:

• Sport Business and Management
• Health & Movement (Exercise Science/Kinesiology)
• Coaching
• Physical Education Teaching
• Dance
   

 A sample of the more than 70 courses available to study abroad students include:

• Foundation Performance and Human Movement
• Strength and Conditioning
• Applied Exercise Physiology
• Physiology and Nutrition for Special Populations
• Fitness and Active Lifestyles
• Sport Business and Society
• Marketing and Public Relations in Sport
• Sport Media Management
• Coaching Techniques and Pedagogy
• Global and Local Health Influences on Health in Australia
• Advanced Training Principles and Exercise Prescription
• Fitness Industry Trends and Issues

University Services

The following services are avaliable to you from ACPE

Student Counseling

ACPE offers a student counseling service three days a week that can give students can help with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship and family issues, grief and loss, exam and study stress, and general support.

Career Development
 

Student services and ACPE’s Professional Experience Office can offer students career skills’ development sessions covering career planning, resume writing, networking, presentation and communication skills.

Mentor Program

ACPE offers a Mentor Program that was established to ensure that new students feel welcome and supported, and are able to integrate smoothly into the college community.  In providing access to a mentor, the program provides students a structure for discussing concerns about their academic or personal life, and a constructive avenue for sourcing further help if and as they require it. Mentors are local Australian students.
 

ACPE Dance Studios
 

There are two on-campus air conditioned dance studios with imported sprung floors, high ceilings, mirrors, sound, and data equipment providing general studio space.

ACPE Sports Courts

The indoor space at ACPE is fitted with a specialist “tarket” floor and has two marked courts so that a wide variety of games can be accommodated. In addition the College has ample sporting equipment and gymnastics matting and apparatus for instructional use in several degree programs. Intramural type sports leagues are available to all students such as volleyball and netball.

Weights Room and Gym at the Sydney Olympic Park State Sports Center

ACPE has a weights room and gym which is located at the State Sports Centre, a 5-minute walk from ACPE. ACPE students can work out there between the hours of 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday. There is no additional charge for students to access this.

Lifestyle Program

“Lifestyle” is a membership program for the employees and residents of the Sydney Olympic Park area. The program gives discounted and priority access to a range of facilities, services and events located in and around the park.

Bicentennial Park

Bicentennial Park, located at Sydney Olympic Park, offers recreation, nature-based tours, environmental education and outdoor events. It's open to all ACPE students and a great place to unwind with free entry, BBQs, picnic areas, playgrounds, pathways and cycleways, and access to the wetlands.
 

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:

As an ACPE student you will be living at the UWS Village in the suburb of Parramatta, a 20-30 minute bus ride from/to campus. At UWS Village you will be able to cook your own meals in this self-catering accommodation. 

Orientation

Bridging Cultures Program

The GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Bridging Cultures Program is our signature orientation program for all semester and year abroad students. The cost for this multi-day program is included in your program fees and covers several nights accommodation, most meals, local transportation, and excursions.

• Typically 4-6 days in length, each orientation program includes:
• Exciting excursions and activities
• A chance to meet other students
• Orientation sessions to help you adapt to your new country

Orientation sites vary based on the location of your program. Each site is selected based on the proximity to your host university as well as for the unique activities available within the area.

Read more about the Bridging Cultures Program

In addition ACPE runs a special Orientation Week for Study Abroad students at the beginning of each semester. Orientation Week involves tailor-made information sessions, campus and city tours and social activities to help Study Abroad students settle into their new environment.

Scholarships Avaliable

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad strives to offer the most reasonable fees to study abroad in Australia. To further enhance the affordability of the semester/year study abroad programs, we encourage you to apply for scholarships through all available scholarship sources. Learn more about our scholarship opportunities.

Special Programs and Excursions

Bridging Cultures Program

The GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Bridging Cultures Program is our signature orientation program for all semester and year abroad students. The cost for this multi-day program is included in your program fees and covers several nights accommodation, most meals, local transportation, and excursions.

Typically 4-6 days in length, each orientation program includes:

Exciting excursions and activities

A chance to meet other students

Orientation sessions to help you adapt to your new country

Orientation sites vary based on the location of your program. Each site is selected based on the proximity to your host university as well as for the unique activities available within the area. Read more about theBridging Cultures Program>

Discovery Activities

Planned Excursions & Events

On-Going Activities

Specific Excursions Included in Your Program Fees

Multi Day Excursions included in your program fee

Other Tours and Travel Available

Get Involved Abroad

Extracurricular Activities

Being a ACPE student isn’t just about study. Becoming involved in non-academic activities at the University helps you to develop a network of friends and broaden your outlook and skills. 

The campus has it's own services and facilities, including cafés, social and recreational venues, student organizations and a rich social and sporting life.

Sydney is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty. There are many activities in the nearby region to get involved in, from walking in the Blue Mountains or in the Royal National Park to hang-gliding or whale watching at several glorious spots on the coast. The famous Hunter Valley wine region is also close by if you are in search of the perfect Pinot Noir!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 Sydney or discover your own upon arrival!

You can explore your volunteer efforts in the semester by signing up for the GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Conservation Volunteer Weekend.

Enhance Your Experience

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

Fees

Fee Includes

Your Personalized Semester/Year Program Includes

• Tuition and instruction
• Host university activity and insurance fees
• 24/7 support for students and parents at home and abroad
• Pre-departure materials and travel gear
• Global Citizens online cultural preparation
• Comprehensive assistance
• Personal program manager
• Scholarship and financial aid assistance
• Facilitation of course selection / credit transfer

Activity and Excursion Package

• Multi-day on-site Bridging Cultures Program
• Weekend / school break excursions
• Local Discovery Activities hosted by on-site Resident Coordinator
• Welcome and farewell events
• HTH Worldwide health insurance protection
• Alumni opportunities, including professional ambassador program
• International Student Identity Card
• Exclusive Career-Building Alumni Institute (add-on option)

Additional Housing Fee

Housing amenities are generally:

• Single room
• Technology package available
• Linen package available

An additional refundable housing deposit may be required for your housing selection. This housing is self-catered, therefore you will have access to a kitchen where you can prepare your own meals.

*All fees are subject to change.

Dates

Entry Requirements

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Program Team

	Program Manager Dacia Dyer [email protected] 1-303-446-2214 x119
	Program Assistant Thuy Nguyen [email protected]
	Resident Director Ross Seeger [email protected] +61466002522
	Resident Coordinator Trish Johnson [email protected]