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UNIVERSITY
Study Abroad Proposal Transmittal Sheet
Submit proposals to: Office of Academic Programs and Academic Assessment
Title of Proposal:
James Cook University
Effective Date:
Fa11 2007
Proposing Unit:
International Education and Outreach
I certify that the above proposal has been reviewed and approved by the
appropriate Department committees:
Sign (Vice Provost)
Date
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PROPOSAL FOR AN OREGON UNIVERSITY SYSTEM
INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM
Proposal Completed by:
Name and title of person completing form:
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Kristy Spikes
Director, OUS Programs in Australia
Se~tember2006
Signature of Proposal Author
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This proposal is submitted to the OUS International Programs Council and subsequently
to each individual campus in the Oregon University System for review and approval.
Comments and suggestions may be directed to the person(s) named under item I. General
Information.
Approval Process description: OUS International Programs are cooperative ventures
between the OUS universities and partner universities abroad. The OUS International
Programs office administers approved programs in cooperation with each university in
the system. OUS International Programs are reviewed first by the OUS International
Programs Council (IPC) comprised of the head international officer from each campus or
hisher designee. Upon recommendation by the IPC, the proposal is taken to individual
campuses for institutional review and approval.
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I. General Information. Development of the Proposal ....................................................3
I1. Partner Institution Profile ............................................................................................ 4
111. Rationale for Developing this program or exchange .....................................................7
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IV . Administrative and Logistical Information ................................................................
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V . Financial and Budgetary Information ...........................................................................
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I.
James Cook University Proposal
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General Information, Development of the Proposal
A. Name(s), Department(s), and contact OUS International Programs
Kristy Spikes
information of program sponsors
B. Program or institution name
James Cook University
C. ~ocation(s)of the program or
institution
Australia
North Queensland in the cities of
Townsville and Cairns
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Web address(es):
E. Origination and development of the program proposal:
In early 2005, James Cook University initially indicated an interest in an exchange with
Oregon State University, especially in Marine Biology, Zoology and Geology. Brock
McLeod, head adviser in Biology at OSU, visited their campus in the spring of 2005. Paul
Primak, OUS International Programs, visited their campus in the spring of 2006 and
proposed that James Cook consider an OUS exchange so their students could have access
to a wider range of academic programs in Oregon. James Cook University is excited about
the opportunity to expand options for their students in the OUS.
F.
Brief description of proposed program with emphasis on educational benefits
1. Undergraduate reciprocal and study abroad exchange program will be the main
focus of the agreement. There will also be possible short term faculty and staff
visits, longer term academic exchanges, and joint research activities.
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II.
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Partner Institution Profie
A. Curriculum and Program Offerings
Comprehensive university offering undergraduate, postgraduate coursework and
postgraduate research in most of the traditional areas of study. James Cook has an
international reputation in several areas, including marine sciences, earth sciences,
environmental science, tourism and tropical medicine. Their research facilities include
island, rainforest and outback field stations, a rainforest canopy crane, and research
vessels.
B. Size of the institutionlprogram
Overall student enrollment = 14,500
Undergraduate enrollment = 12,200
C. Will Oregon students take courses
1. with other U.S. students only? (e.g., in
a special program)
2. with other international students?
(e.g., at a program for foreigners):
Regular wursework at host university
3. with host nationals? (e.g., regular
coursework at host university):
4. a combination of options above?
(please describe):
Regular James Cook University faculty
D. Who will teach Oregon students on
this program?
~ . ' ~ c a d e mcalendar
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of program or host institution
Semester system :
Academic Year: begins mid-February and ends mid-November
First Semester: mid-February - late June
Second Semester: mid-July - mid-November
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1. How does the calendar of the partner institution interface with the academic
calendar of OUS universities? (describe terms of registration in Oregon)
James Cook University semesters include 13 weeks of instruction, with a one week
vacation break in the middle, and a one week study period followed by two weeks
of exams. There is a 4 day orientation prior to the beginning of instruction.
I" semester (Feb-June) = OUS winter and spring terms
2ndsemester (July-Nov) = OUS fall term
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1. ~ e s c r i b ean average credit hour load for Oregon students on this program in
terms of the host program credit load, and translated to OUS credits.
At JCU, a normalfull-time study load is four classes at three (3) JCU credit points
each. Due to Australian immigration requirements, the minimum a110wable
enrollment is three classes or nine (9) JCUcredit points. Contact hours and credit
points per class do vary, but are indicated in their catalog.
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Per semester
4 classes or 12 credit points
20 - 24 credits
All regular James Cook University services
H. Services and extracurricular
opportunities available at host institution and extracurricular activities are open to
and open to OUS university students:
OUS students.
I. Other U.S. andlor international
affiliations held by the partner
institution.
J. Experience of other U.S. affiliated
institutions with partner institution.
James Cook University has 23 U.S.
University partners, seven study
organizations (i.e. IFSA-Butler) and nine
partners from other countries for exchange
programs. A sample of the U.S. University
partners are: Cornell University, Northern
Arizona, Pomona College, University of
Miami, University of Minnesota, University
of North Carolina - Wilrnington, University
of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, University of
Pennsylvania.
Contacted University of Minnesota and
Northern Arizona University. University of
Minnesota sends 15 - 20 students per year,
and their students rave about their
experiences. Northern Arizona has had an
exchange with JCU for several years. Some
highlights for them are environmental
sciences, marine archaeology classes,
access to the tropical rainforest for forestry
majors, and zoology. Both schools have
found the classes to be of high quality, and
the administration to be excellent. Both
Minnesota and Northern Arizona feel it is
m asset to be on a more rural campus, and
not in a large urban area.
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III. Rationalefor Developing this program or exchange
A. How does the curriculum of this institution or program relate to those of the
OUS institutions? Describe specific points of interest and intersection that
provide unique academic opportunities. Append if necessary.
James Cook University has an international reputation for its expertise in marine
biologylscience and aquaculture, earth science, environmental science, tourism, and
tropical medicine. JCU has a comprehensive curriculum which matches well with OUS
institutions. They have various areas of science and liberal arts; they offer sport science
and several fields of engineering.
B. Does this program expand the geographic opportunities for OUS students?
Yes, this program would expand the opportunities to include tropical Australia and
provide access to a remarkable region. Townsville is a stepping off point for visiting the
Great Barrier Reef; the rainforests of the Wet Tropics are north of Townsville and are
considered to be the oldest living rainforests on earth, and provide habitats for numerous
rare plants and animals. There are islands just a ferry boat ride away (Magnetic Island
and Fitzroy Island) that are mostly national park and are havens for wildlife such as
wallabies, echidnas, and a rich variety of birdlife. Billabong Sanctuary, located 11 miles
south of Townsville, offers one of Australia's most interactive wildlife opportunities.
OUS recently adopted an SOU exchange program with Deakin University at SOU and
Deakin's request. Deakin's campuses are located on the southein tip of Australia in the
State of Victoria. The Deakin program is in an entirely different climate zone.
Several OUS institutions have their own programs in Australia. These have been
relatively small programs and are often departmentally based.
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C. Will this program involve fieldwork or internships?
Yes, JCU offers field work within the scope of several of their classes. Their Study
Abroad material clearly identifies courses-that include field trips so that students can
easily choose them. A few examples of classes that include fieldtrips are:
Australia Through Time and Place: focus is on contemporary issues in Australian
anthropology and archaeology.
Maritime Archamlorn Field School: provides an introduction to the techniques of
underwater survey, mapping and photography.
Marine Plants and Algae in their Environments: a half-day field trip exploring macroalgal
communities of rocky shores; gain hands-on experience in measuring environmental
parameters, such as dissolved oxygen, pH, temperature and salinity.
Tropical Agricultural Field Studies: field trips are different each semester, but include
visiting farmers & researchers in a range of topics from production of pineapple,
sugarcane, beef, feed lots to aspects of irrigation and horticulture including pest
management.
Biodiversity of Tropical Australia: provides an introduction to the plants, animals, and
ecosystems of tropical Australia with an emphasis on the Wet Tropics bioregion of
northern Queensland.
Rainforest Ecosvstems: the field trip introduces students to rainforest ecosystems and the
basic skills needed to analyze rainforest communities; includes a small group project.
Introductory Field Geology: one-week, field based course; covers fundamentals of
mapping, including finding your own location; recognition and measurement of rock
types in the field.
Coral Reef Gmmorphology: course includes four days of field-based work conducted at
JCU's Orpheus Island Research Station. Students gain hands-on experience about coral
reef geomorphology, geomorphological methods, and the growth & evolution of coral
reefs.
D. If yes, how will work be evaluated
and credit awarded?
will be evaluated by the instructor.
E. What level of foreign language
proficiency will be required for this
program?
F. Will there be academic prerequisites
for acceptance into the program?
None; English is the language of
instruction.
At least sophomore standing
2.80 GPA
Recommended that students have taken
OUS writing courses because Australian
university classes often require significant
written work.
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G. Is this program designed as a
reciprocal exchange program?
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Yes, but study abroad will also be
available. Equal numbers of outbound &
inbound will be reciprocal. If there are
more outbound than allotted reciprocal
slots, those students will go as study abroad
students & pay tuition to James Cook
University.
2. What will this program contribute to OUS institutions?
This program will expand overseas English speaking opportunities. It will encourage
students to go abroad from a wider variety of majors (biology, engineering, fisheries,
exercise and sport science,) who typically aren't able to take language or include study
abroad in their study plans. An exchange with.~amesCook University provides access to
classes in a prestigious school in marine biology, located in a remarkable natural setting.
3. What is the anticipated demand for
this program in the OUS?
Students will likely be attracted to the
location near the Great Barrier Reef.
Anticipate 5 - 10 students in first year;
increase to 15 - 20 per year.
4. What is the anticipated demand for
this program from the partner
institution?
James Cook would like to begin the
exchange by sending 2 students per
semester; and they anticipate the numbers
will increase to 4 per semester quickly.
5. Are there possibilities for faculty
members?
Faculty involvement is anticipated. JCU
has indicated that faculty and staff
interested in working, exchanging or
researching would be welcome;
arrangements would be organized
independently of the student exchange.
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IE Administrative and Logistical Information
A. Who will have responsibility for
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administering this program and at what
FTE level?
B. Describe the selection process,
application deadlines, and orientation
process.
C. How will housing for outbound OUS
students be arranged?
D. Are services and facilities available at
the host institution for students with
disabilities?
E. What special efforts will be made to
include students from underrepresented
groups or disciplines?
F. Will this program have a resident
director? If yes, please attach a rCsumC
or CV.
We are projecting .16 - .25 FTE. Kristy
Spikes in the OUS International Programs
Office will also be doing the Deakin
1 Program. No new FTE kill be required.
The process will be the same as other OUS
International Programs; written OUS
application form with an interview at the
home campus. Expected application
deadlines will be the same; other OUS
semester programs: Feb. 15 for the July
semester; Oct. 15 for the February
semester.
Students will apply for housing through the
James Cook housing office; if on campus
housing is not available, James Cook
housing will advise students on how to find
off campus housing.
Yes. The James Cook University
Disability Resource Center works to assist
students with disabilities and will work
with a student to provide equity and access.
Advertise via flyers, announcements, and
possibly send presenters to the campus
cultural centers; class visits to targeted
disciplines as well as club presentations are
anticipated.
]\To,James Cook University has an
international office on each campus with
staff that will assist OUS students.
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K Financial and Budgetary Information
OUS International Programs receive no funds from Education and General Funds (E&G funds).
Student costs are divided into four different categories:
1. Program Operating Fees: a standard fee for all programs paid in lieu of tuition. This fee
pays salaries, staff travel, equipment acquisition, postage, phones, e.g., all operations costs.
2. Room and Board Fees: charged to students as a pass through. On certain programs,
students will not be billed by OUS for room and board, but will pay directly to the host
institution or landlord.
3. Program Incidental Fees: this category of fees includes special program fees or
assessments for courses not included in the tuition agreement, e.g., special language courses.
4. Student travel and personal costs: this category of costs is not billed by the program and is
the sole responsibility of the student. This category includes travel to and from the program
site, recreational costs, personal spending money, and meals not included in the room and
board fee.
A. Students will pay the standard OUS
International Programs program
operations fee in lieu of regular OUS
campus tuition?
B. Will students pay the foreign
institution's tuition in addition to "A"
above?
D. Will students be asked to pay a
separate program fee, in addition to A and
B above?
The reciprocal exchange students will pay
the OUS program operations fee in lieu of
regular OUS campus tuition.
Due to limited exchange slots, some
students will pay tuition to James Cook
University at a discounted partner rate.
Those students will not pay the full OUS
operations fee.
Each OUS institution charges a home
campus surcharge which is used to cover
their expenses related to OUS programs.
If yes, what will the additional program fee This fee varies fiom campus to campus, but
is currently in the $250 - $300 per term
cover?
range.
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D. ~sti'mated
Per Student Costs (each semester):
1. Tuition-OUS Program Operating Fees (See IV.A)
2. Foreign university tuition, if any (See 1V.B)
3. Per student program fee, if any (See IV.C)
4. Transportation to/fi-om program site
5. Housing
6. Meals
7. Textbooks, museum fees, etc.
8. Healthlaccident insurance
TOTAL STUDENT BUDGET (excluding incidentals
and personal travel)
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$3,000
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6,000
300
300
1,800
1,800
4,000
4,000
800
800
250
250
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$10,585
$15,085
P. List the principle parties who will sign an agreement if needed for this program. If
available, attach a draft copy of the agreement.
For the Oregon University System:
Rebecca Johnson, OSU Vice Provost for Academic Affairs and International Programs
Paul Primak, Director, OUS International Programs
OSU Contracts Officer
1 For the Partner Institution: Scott Bowman, Pro-Vice-chancellor
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