Although the University of New South Wales (UNSW) was officially incorporated in 1949, its history as an institution of learning dates back to 1843 when it was known as the Sydney Mechanics Institute. After its official incorporation, the UNSW curriculum stressed the relationship between the practical and the intellectual, adding a diverse range of faculties (colleges or schools within the university) to its already strong programs in science and technology. With approximately 60,000 students (20,000 of whom are international), 900 academic programs, and 9 faculties, UNSW attracts students...

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Volunteering You may visit http://govolunteer.com.au or http://volunteer.com.au for volunteering options.

University of New South Wales Academic Calendar All courses at the University of New South Wales will be completed before the listed official program departure date. Therefore, it is very important to book your flights according to the official program dates. However, you can visit the following webpage below to see the most up-to-date academic calendar for the University of New South Wales: University of New South Wales Academic Calendar *Spring students will be attending UNSW during the Summer (January) Term and Term 1, the beginning of the Academic Year in Australia.

University of Sydney Academic Calendar All courses at the University of Sydney will be completed before the listed official program departure date. Therefore, it is very important to book your flights according to the official program dates. However, you can visit the following webpage below to see the most up-to-date academic calendar for the University of Sydney: University of Sydney Academic Calendar *Spring students will be attending the University of Sydney during Semester 1 (S1C), the beginning of the Academic Year in Australia.

Macquarie University Academic Calendar All courses at Macquarie University will be completed before the listed official program departure date. Therefore, it is very important to book your flights according to the official program dates. However, you can visit the following webpage below to see the most up-to-date academic calendar for Macquarie University: Macquarie University Academic Calendar *Spring students will be attending Macquarie University during Session 1, the beginning of the Academic Year in Australia.

Meeting Local People IES Abroad students usually meet Argentines by participating in extracurricular activities, university courses, or through their IES Abroad housing. Remember, meeting people in any new place isn't easy, but if you take advantage of opportunities, including extracurricular activities, you will better enjoy your stay and feel a part of Buenos Aires sooner. Don't wait to begin initiating contact with non-Americans because your time abroad will move quickly! Sports & Fitness Argentines enjoy a variety of sports, especially soccer, basketball, tennis, rugby, polo, and swimming...