Argentinia

Universidad Austral, Buenos Aires

austral Universidad Austral is one of the most renowned private universities in Argentina and Latin America and offers a wide range of leisure facilities (sports, culture, music, etc.). At Universidad Austral, many people who think differently put their knowledge and expertise to the test in order to create new ideas that can potentially benefit society. Universidad Austral's mission focuses on the individual as the center of all its teaching, research, transfer, medical assistance, and university extension undertakings. Its humanistic approach concentrates in the development of virtues -such as honesty, friendship, hard work, effort, and the ongoing desire to learn- with a professional and social application.

Approximate Semester Dates

July- November

Travel

There is no pick up service from the airport, so you need to get to the city center by yourself. Public transportation, trains and subways is well organised.

Accommodation

Universidad Austral does not have on campus housing but gives students a list of temporary apartment rental providers. Universidad Austral will provide guidelines.

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Health Insurance

Universidad Austral requires a proof of a local health insurance which has to be handed in by the first week of studies at the latest. All necessary information will be shared with students via Mail.

Specifics

Administrative fee of 108 USD might be charged.
Universidad Austral has three campuses. Macromedia students will have classes at the campus in Pilar - a city part of greater Buenos Aires, surrounded by country clubs and polo fields.
Pilar campus is a modern campus with a flair of Latin America, easily accessible by bus with fares ranging between, 11 EUR with the Austral Shuttle or 5 EUR the Expreso Pilar to 2 EUR with the public transport. Average travel time to Pilar is 1 hour, and bookings can be made through Universidad Austral.

Academic Matters

You will attend regular courses at the Universidad Austral that have been recognised by Macromedia. You will attend these courses along with other students from the partner university.