Brisbane and Gold Coast, Australia

HSS Global Learning Program's Australia 2026 Sport Culture Tour

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Student Interest Sessions: 
Wednesday October 22nd | 12:10 - 1:00pm | SAC E 102

 

About and Eligibility

Program Dates: May 5-17, 2026 (Applications Due by Friday, November 14, 2025)

Program Leaders: Gin Presley, Anita Moorman, and Ime deCaussin

Estimated Program Cost: $3,000 (includes tuition, accommodations, meals, and all group excursions, and in-country transportation. Students will book their own airfare for arrival in Brisbane, Australia on May 7th, airfare costs are not included in the program fee. 

Credits and Courses: Students accepted into the program will enroll in a 3-credit course (HSS 598 or SPAD 561 Global Learning Program: Australia Sport and Culture Tour) for a second 8 week class during the Spring semester (February 25 – April 22).

About the Program: Students will participate in a first-hand global learning experience that blends an immersive experience in the Australian sport culture. The program is prepared and coordinated by our host country partner, RDK Sports International and will include an 11-day tour of two of Australia’s sports hubs, Brisbane and Gold Coast. Experiences will include tours and meetings with representatives of the 2032 Olympic organizing committee, professional teams or organizations, athlete performance experts, and the NFL Academy. The program is designed to immerse students in the Australian sport, coaching and athlete development, and fitness industries.

Application Information and Eligibility: Applicants must be degree seeking (Minor, BS, MS and doctoral students) in HSS (SPAD/EX SCI/ EXP/HHP) who have completed at least 45 undergraduate credit hours by the program start date. The application deadline is November 14, 2025. Please note that program capacity is limited, so early applications are strongly encouraged. Individual interviews will be scheduled with students upon receipt of applications. You can access the program application at: https://education.louisville.edu/academic-programs/global-learning/australia-2026

Available Scholarships: Students accepted into the program are eligible to apply for Need and Merit-based scholarships. A $500 Student Leader scholarship is also available to interested students.

Program Fee Payment: All program fees are posted directly to student account. Students pay program fees via ULink utilizing the “Make a Payment” link. 

Program Questions: Professor Gin Presley | rgpres01@louisville.edu

Brisbane and Gold Coast, Australia

HSS Global Learning Program - Brisbane and Gold Coast, Australia
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Identify your top three most impactful volunteer experiences, discuss why they were impactful, and explain whether these experiences may help you take on a leadership role in this class and during the trip
Discuss why you are interested in this specific international global learning program. How will this opportunity help you achieve your academic, professional and/or personal goals?  
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Discuss your interest and experience working with people from different cultures and/or diverse backgrounds. Also, discuss the importance of expanding your understanding of diversity in a global environment. 
Have you ever been convicted of a crime? If so, when, where and what was the disposition of the case?

Please take your time to craft thoughtful and thorough responses to all questions above. Your responses are a critical part of the selection process for this program.