UWA’s exchange application 2009 – Form F

So here are the questions that I was required to answer on the last part of the exchange application at UWA for going on exchange 2010 semester 2:

Part A: Location

1. Why have you chosen the country you have nominated?

2. Write a short paragraph about the town in which your university is located, including information on lifestyle, population, proximity to other cities, and climate.

3. Are you aware of any laws, customs which are different to those that are here in Perth eg. legal drinking age?

4. How do you think you will be received as an Australian Student/International Student visiting that particular country?

5. How do you expect living in the city/town you will be going to, will compare to living in Perth?

Part B: University Specific

1. How does the size (campus and student enrolment) of the University you have chosen compare to UWA?

2. What do you know of the academic reputation of this university?

3. What types of accommodation are available at the University you have applied to? What type of accommodation do you hope to stay in during exchange? Why?

4. Are there any housing problems associated with the university of your choice? If yes, how will you overcome these?

5. What do you think will be the main differences between the academic system and style of learning at UWA and that of the University you have chosen?

6. What student support services are available at your host university for international students?

7. What sort of challenges/advantages, if any, do you think the differences between the host university and UWA will pose for you?

8. What exstracurricular activities and other opportunities available at the host university interest you?

9. Can you be flexible in your choice of University if places are not available? If not, please give reasons.

Part C: General Questions:

1. Please outline your experiences which demonstrate your abilities against the following criteria: (note these are all seperately answered questions)

a) Cultural awareness and sensitivity to the needs of other people.

b) Ability to interact effectively with a wide range of people.

c) Self-assurance and confidence in a range of situations.

d) Adaptability and flexibility to deal with situations as they arise.

e) Knowledge of Perth, UWA, and Australia from social, cultural and polotical perspectives.

2. What are YOUR stereotypes of the country you have chosen to study in?

3. What do you think are the stereotypes that people from overseas have of Australia?

4. How would you promote awareness of the Student Exchange program during and after your period of exchange?