What SCU has to offer
• A smaller university in a smaller city for a more individual and authentic experience
• A unique location between an extraordinary coastline and intriguing rainforests, with six national parks nearby
• Academic programs that take advantage of the natural setting
• Modern facilities and innovative programs with many opportunities for field trips
• A wide variety of sporting, cultural and special interest clubs sponsored by the university union
• Volunteer opportunities at an on-campus koala rescue hospital
• Choose one of four free excursions organized by the university's International Office

Housing
• Housing is with SCU students in student residences with fully equipped study centers within walking distance of campus
• Students purchase or prepare their own meals

Academics
• Past students recommend the Outdoor Education course, which develops students’ stamina, survival skills and interpersonal skills
• Perspectives on Australia is another popular course that allows students to volunteer in local communities
• Students take four courses per semester

Top departments
• Environmental studies
• Studio arts
• Contemporary music
• Marketing
• Human movement science
• Tourism and hospitality management
• Natural medicine
• Multimedia
• Aboriginal studies