STUDY ABROAD AND
EXCHANGE GUIDE 2024

Queensland Australia

About Griffith
At Griffith, we are led by our values. Our teaching and research prioritise
innovation and social impact, reflecting our belief that everyone deserves achance to make a difference—for themselves and others.

World Rankings
Ranked in the top 2%
worldwide
Griffith ranks alongside some of
the best universities in the world.*

Creating global citizens
Our courses have an international
focus, preparing you for workaround the world.

203
US News Best
Global Universities

243
QS World
University Rankings

Future focused
Prepare for the future of workwith courses informed by industry
and based on cutting-edge
research.

Dedicated International
Student Advisor team
To help you with everything fromsettling in to maximising your timeat Griffith.

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Times Higher Education
Young University Rankings

251-300
Times Higher Education
World University Rankings

301-400
Support you needto succeed

Australia’s most awarded
teachers

You will have access to a wide
range of services to make sure
you are supported and connected.

Study at a university that has
some of the top university
teachers in Australia.^

Academic Rankingof World Universities

316
based on the current
CWTS Leiden Ranking

259
University Ranking by
Academic Performance

Living our values

Community Internship

Despite our relative youth, we’rebeing recognised worldwide forour commitment to sustainable
development.**

Make a difference whiledeveloping professional skills andgain credit towards your degree.

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THE Impact Ranking*Griffith consistently places in the top 2% of universities worldwide according to a series of prestigious ranking systems. These include the 2023 Times Higher Education World
University Rankings: 251-300, 2022-2023 University Ranking by Academic Performance: 259, 2022-2023 US News Best Global Universities: 203, and the 2023 QS World University
Rankings: 300. Current as at August 2023.
**Ranked against the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Griffith placed in the top 100 universities worldwide in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings for 2023.
^Griffith has received more Australian Awards for University Teaching than any other university, since 2012.
Important note: All information is correct as at August 2023, but is subject to change as content is reviewed and updated.
For the most up-to-date information visit griffith.edu.au/international/global-mobility/inboundTop subjects
Griffith ranks highly for a range of subjects in themost recent ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of
Academic Subjects*:
Top 50—100· Hospitality and Tourism Management(third globally, first in Australia)· Nursing and Midwifery (second
globally, first in Australia)· Marine/Ocean Engineering (32ndglobally, second in Australia)

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*2022 ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects.

Law (first in Australia)
Education (fifth in Australia)
Computer Science and Engineering
Energy Science and Engineering
Water Resources
Dentistry and Oral Sciences(second in Australia)

WelcomeWelcome to the Griffith University
Study Abroad and Exchange Guide.
Even a short period studying and living
overseas can have a long term impact.
Choosing to add an international
component into your study program
will give you a different perspective on
your academic studies, while you will
also have the opportunity to immerse
yourself in the multicultural lifestyleof Australia’s beautiful South East
Queensland. Griffith University is proud
to welcome students from 130 different
countries every year, as well as having
approximately 40,000 local students
from diverse backgrounds. With
campuses in both Brisbane and theGold Coast, Griffith is a comprehensive
university, and many of our programs
are open to students joining us for atrimester. Your biggest challenge may
well be deciding between the vibrant,beachside city of the Gold Coast andthe cosmopolitan capital of Queensland,
Brisbane. No matter which campus
and lifestyle you choose to experience,
you will find a range of events andactivities designed to help you make themost of your time at Griffith, alongsiderenowned academic programs.
I hope you find this Guide informative,
and that you will take the opportunity
to find out for yourself why so many
students from around the world choose
to include Griffith University in theirstudy program.

Professor Sarah Todd
Vice President (Global)

Griffith in numbers
5 physical campuses
50,000+ students
8,500+ international students
200,000+ graduates
130+ nationalities
200+ degrees

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Griffith University is one of the leading providers of higher education in
the Asia–Pacific, with a reputation for research and teaching excellence.
We provide you with specialised courses and activities to make your
Australian experience relevant and memorable.
How much will it cost?
Study Abroad program
Undergraduate and postgraduate
2024 fees:
30CP - $9,755
40CP or 50CP - $10,821

Exchange program
Exchange students are nominated bya Griffith partner university and are notrequired to pay tuition fees to Griffith
University. Any tuition fees are paid to yourhome university.

How many courses can
I study?
At Griffith, a typical full-time study load is
30 to 40 credit points (CP). One course(subject) is usually worth 10CP. You canchoose from the following options pertrimester:· 30CP - 3 courses· 40CP - 4 courses· 50CP - 5 courses
10CP = 3 to 4 credits in the US system

English + University
Our English + University program is thebest way to meet Griffith’s English language
entry requirements before you begin your
Study Abroad trimester (or year). English+ University students complete Griffith
English Language Institute’s award winning
Direct Entry Program then begin their
Griffith University Study Abroad program asa confident English speaker, listener, reader
and writer. Additional fees apply.
griffith.edu.au/geli

10CP = 7.5 ECTS in the European system
Note: the above information should be used as a guide only.

Most students will be required to cover thecost of Overseas Student Health Cover.

For the most up-to-date study abroad fees please visit

griffith.edu.au/international/
global-mobility/inbound/costs

Community Internship
The Community Internship is a 10-credit
point course, available to students fromall disciplines. Through this course you
will be able to make a difference in a local
community organisation while developinga range of professional and personal skills.
You will spend a minimum of 50 hours ina not-for-profit organisation placement
and combine this with academic learning.
With hundreds of internship opportunities,
we can tailor the internship to match yourstudy area or interests.
griffith.edu.au/learning-futures/
service-learning‘Studying abroad in Australia
is the best decision I ever made.
The opportunities for adventureand self-discovery are endless,and you’ll come back a more
confident and self-assured person.
I’m so grateful for the chance
to experience everything that
Australia has to offer.’
Floris (Netherlands)

Study areas

What study areas are available?
Architecture, construction
and planning· Architecture - G· Construction Management - G· Urban and Environmental Planning - N

Business and government
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Accounting* - G N
Asian Studies - G N
Economics* - G N
Employment Relations* - G N
Entrepreneurship & Self Employment*-GNS
Event Management* - G N
Finance & Financial Planning* - G N
Government & International Relations*-GN
Human Resource Management* - G N
International Business - G N
International Tourism & HotelManagement - G N
Logistics & Supply Chain Management-GN
Management* - G N
Marketing* - G N
Politics & Public Policy - G N
Real Estate & Property Development* - G N
Sport Management* - G N
Sustainable Enterprise* - N
Tourism Management* - G N

Criminology and law· Criminology - G M· Criminal Justice* - G M· Law - G N

Education
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Health & Physical Education - GMusic Education - S
Primary Education* - G M
Secondary Education* - G M
Special & Inclusive Education - M

For information on course
availability visit

griffith.edu.au/
inbound-study-options

Engineering, IT and aviation
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Aviation & Aviation Management - N
Civil Engineering - G N
Computer Science - G N
Cyber Security - G N
Electrical and Electronic Engineering - G
Electronic Engineering - N
Electronic and Computer Engineering - N
Electronic and Energy Engineering - N
Electronic and UAV Engineering - N
Engineering Project Management - G
Environmental Engineering - N
Industrial Design - G
Information Technology* - G N
Mechanical Engineering - G N
Software Engineering - N

Humanities, languages
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Australian & Indigenous Studies - G N
Creative Writing & Literature* - G N
Digital Media Production - G N
Gender Studies - G N
History* - G N
International Studies* - G N
Islam-West Relations* - G N
Journalism* - G N
Languages - Japanese, Chinese,
Spanish & Italian* - G N
Linguistics* - G NMedia & Communication* - G N
Public Relations* - G N
Popular Culture and Screen Studies* - G N
Security Studies* - G N
Social Sciences* - G N
Strategic Communication - G N

Medicine, dentistry
and health· Biomedical Science - G N· Counselling* - G M· Dental Technology(Exchange students only) - G· Environmental Health - G· Exercise Science - G· Health Science - G· Human Services - G L· Medical Science - G N· Nursing - G N· Nutrition - G· Pharmacy - G· Psychological Science* - G M· Public Health - G· Social Work - G

Music and performing arts
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Composition - S
Music & Sound Design - GMusic Technology - S
Musical Theatre - S
Performance - Brass, Classical Voice,
Guitar, Jazz, Keyboard, Percussion,
Strings, Woodwind - S· Popular Music - S

Science and environment
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Applied Mathematics & Statistics* - G N
Aquatic Ecosystems - N
Archaeology - N
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology* - G N
Bioinformatics - G N
Chemistry* - G N
Climate Change Adaptation - N
Ecology & Conservation Biology* - G N
Environmental Health - G
Environmental Management* - N
Environmental Protection & Pollution - N
Environmental Science* - G N
Environmental Sustainability - N
Geography* - G N
Marine Biology* - G
Microbiology* - N
Physical Environmental Science - N
Physics* - G N
Soil and Water Science* - N
Urban Environments* - G N
Water Resources - N
Wildlife Biology* - G N

Visual and creative arts
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Animation - S
Art Theory - S
Creative and Interactive Media - S G
Contemporary Indigenous Art - S
Design - S G
Film and Screen Media Production - S
Games Design - S
Industrial Design - G
Photography - S
Visual Art - S

Legend:G Gold Coast campus
L Logan campus
N Nathan campus
M Mt Gravatt campus
S South Bank campus	Only available to students who are 		doing a degree in this study area
*Some study areas may have additional special
conditions applied.

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Griffith has an extensive and diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate
courses to choose from. You can select courses from most study areas,
programs and year levels, although some study areas are restricted or are notavailable to single trimester students.

Our location
Our campuses are locatedacross the cities of Brisbane,
Logan and Gold Coast.
We have a growing
digital campus foronline study.

South Bank campus
Griffith Film School
Queensland College of
Art and Design
Queensland Conservatorium
1.1km to Brisbane CBD
Car = 5 minutes
Bus = 10 minutes
Bicycle = 6 minutes
Walk = 13 minutes

Brisbane
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BRISBANE

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Mt Gravatt

NathanMt Gravatt campus
11.7km to Brisbane CBD
Car = 15 minutes
Bus = 20 minutes
Bicycle = 50 minutes

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Logan

Logan campus

12.9km to Brisbane CBD

28.4km to Brisbane CBD

Car = 15 minutes
Bus = 20 minutes
Bicycle = 50 minutes

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Gold CoastGOLD COAST

Gold Coast campus
4.5km to Southport CBD

60.9km to Brisbane CBD

Car = 10 minutes
Light rail = 9 minutes
Bicycle = 20 minutes

Car = 60 minutes
Student Guild intercampus
bus = 75 minutes

Find out more at:griffith.edu.au/life-at-griffith

New South Wales
Byron BayGold Coast
AirportBrisbaneDARWIN

Brisbane is a vibrant, expanding city, offering
world-class education, a beautiful climate and asuperb lifestyle. It is an ideal place to study anddevelop your career.

QUEENSLAND

Average temperature: 15°C – 26°C

NORTHERNTERRITORYWESTERN
AUSTRALIA

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BRISBANEGOLD COAST

SOUTH
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WA L E SSYDNEYADELAIDE
CANBERRA
VICTORIA
MELBOURNE

Population: 2.57 million*
283 days of sunshine a year
One of the world’s most liveable cities
Culturally diverse population: 28% of
Brisbane’s residents were born overseas
Brisbane is the host city of the 2032
Olympic and Paralympic GamesTA S .
HOBART* Population data supplied by City of Brisbane
brisbane.qld.gov.au/brisbane-community-profiles

Gold Coast
Beautiful beaches, excellent quality of life andfriendly people make the Gold Coast a popular
study destination.
Average temperature: 15°C – 25°C
Population: More than 630,000*
300 days of sunshine a year
Beautiful white sandy beaches spanning nearly
60km of coastline
100,000 hectares of World
Heritage-listed rainforests* Population data supplied by City of Gold Coast

goldcoast.qld.gov.au/Council-region/About-our-city/Population-data

Find out more at:griffith.edu.au/life-at-griffith/off-campus

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CAIRNS

Where to live
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Whether you would like to live on-campus or off-campus, there are several
options you can explore to find housing to suit your needs. Homestay is anothergreat option and allows you to experience life with a local family while you study.
Temporary and short stay accommodation

On-campus

If you have not booked accommodation before arrival, it is vitally
important that you organise temporary accommodation for yourfirst few days or weeks in Queensland, to allow you time to find andinspect your long-term off-campus accommodation before you
move in. There are short-term accommodation options located neareach of our campuses that are easily accessible by public transport.

Griffith offers self-catered accommodation on the Nathan
campus and partners with Campus Living Villages to provide selfcatered, on-campus accommodation in the Griffith University
Village on the Gold Coast campus.

Off-campus
In Australia, share housing—where you share a house orapartment with a number of other students—is the most common
form of off-campus accommodation.
When looking for suitable off-campus accommodation, you willneed to consider:
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the cost of rent (usually advertised as a weekly amount)
if utilities are included in your rent (electricity, water, gas)
if internet is included in your rent
if the accommodation is furnished
how close the accommodation is to your campus
access to public transport

Off-campus accommodation preferred partners
Griffith University has established preferred partnerships with aselection of off-campus student accommodation providers acrossits campuses between Brisbane and the Gold Coast. To be includedin this program, providers are inspected by University staff andare required to meet a set of performance standards that ensuresquality and safety.
Brisbane
Genesis 1; Scape; Student One; UniLodge Park Central; Uniresort.
Logan
UniCentral Griffith.
Gold Coast
University Village; Metro on Central; University Square.

Homestay
Homestay accommodation gives you the option of living with
an Australian family while you study. Homestay is available tostudents at all Griffith campuses. Some homestay providers offer
independent living options such as a granny flat. Homestay is a great
way to develop your English language skills and experience life inAustralia, and offers catered and self-catered options.
griffith.edu.au/homestay
You can find additional resources for homestay options on theGold Coast on the Study Gold Coast website atstudygoldcoast.org.au/live/student-accommodation/

Find out more at:griffith.edu.au/where-to-live

Living on campus is a fantastic way to meet new people, find out
about new cultures, and develop independence. On-campus
accommodation is fully furnished and provides access to cooking
facilities, laundry facilities, common rooms and internet, as well as
offering a vibrant social life.

Airport pickup
International students commencing at Griffith University canapply for a free airport pickup, which takes you from the airport
directly to your pre-arranged accommodation. The service is free
for eligible new international students arriving at the Brisbane orGold Coast airports. griffith.edu.au/airport-reception

Cost of living

South East Queensland offers a combination of quality educationand high living standards.

Calculating your total cost of study

The cost of living in South East Queensland is considered more
affordable than other major Australian cities such as Sydney
and Melbourne*.

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The Australian Government requires students to have access toa minimum of AUD $24,505 (Australian dollars) per year† to meettheir living costs, but many students spend more than this. Costs
will be higher if you have family members accompanying you.
*In the QS Best Student Cities 2023 rankings, Brisbane and the Gold Coast are aheadof Sydney and Melbourne in the Affordability Rank.
†The minimum dollar requirement is based on information available in August 2023 andis subject to change.

Your total cost of studying in Australia will include:
tuition fees (Study Abroad program)visa application fees
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
flights
cost of living
other personal and study-related expenses.

Tuition fees
Tuition fees are reviewed annually, and international students
should expect an increase in fees each year.

Weekly cost of living estimate
The majority of the information below is based on 2023 costs according to Study Australia** (for more details visit: studyaustralia.gov.au/
english/live/living-costs). Please be advised it is an estimate only and individual differences mean prices will vary. Please note these costs do
not include: arrival costs, accommodation security deposit, textbooks, clothing and medical expenses.
Self-catered on-campus

Share house off-campus

Homestay off-campus

Campus availability

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G, N, M, S, L

G, N, M, S, L

Rent

$166–$394$220–$440$235–$325

Food$140–$280$180–$280

Variable*

Transport to university

Walking distance$30–$60$30–$60

Electricity and gas

Included$25–$50

Included†$15–$30
Mobile phone and internet(Internet included at Gold Coastand Nathan campuses).

$15–$30$15–$30

Entertainment$100–$200$100–$200$100–$200*

Fully-catered Homestay accommodation includes food. The cost of fully-catered, semi-catered or self-catered Homestay accommodation will vary.
Students can expect to pay an additional cost for heating and air conditioning.
** These costs were calculated in May 2023†

‘I have absolutely loved my trimester at
Griffith because of the people, the weather,and the location. The course convenors are
passionate about the subjects they teach andI have made so many new friends that I now
consider family.’
Gabrielle (USA)Find out more at:griffith.edu.au/international-costs

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There are many different costs involved in international study and your cost ofliving in Australia will vary depending on your lifestyle and personal requirements.

Your student experience
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Meet new people, make friends, enjoy the Australian lifestyle and, most importantly,
have fun! We want you to have the best possible experience with your studies andenjoy your time at Griffith.
Sport and fitness

Griffith volunteer community

Griffith offers a variety of sporting facilities and competitions.

In addition to Bush Care and Beach Care, Griffith Mates offer a
range of other volunteer opportunities, which vary each trimester.
These can include volunteering at fun runs, community eventsand caring for the environment.

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Join Griffith Sport for social sport competitions.
Enjoy discounted student memberships for facilities including:- on-campus gyms
- athletics track at Gold Coast campus- Mt Gravatt Tennis Centre- swimming pools at Mt Gravatt and Gold Coast campuses.

griffith.edu.au/sport

Orientation
Once you are ready to enrol in your first trimester you will be senta link to myOrientation, a compulsory online orientation that will
provide you with key information to prepare you for study andlife at Griffith. Orientation Week is when you get to know Griffith,connect with your key support network on campus, and have funmeeting people before you start classes.
Find out about studying and living in Australia at an International
Student Welcome session during Orientation Week.
Discover Brisbane or Gold Coast highlights on a free Twilight City
Walking Tour with the Griffith Mates.
Enjoy free activities on campus and in your new city!
griffith.edu.au/orientation

Clubs and societies
Griffith has more than 120 clubs in cultural, religious, political,
educational, sporting, professional and special interest areas.
These are a great way to meet like-minded people and make newfriends through social and networking opportunities.
griffith.edu.au/clubs‘At Griffith I have made new friends ofdiverse backgrounds, gained broader
perspectives to further my education,and had fun during this once in a
lifetime opportunity!’  Victoria (USA)Find out more at:griffith.edu.au/life-at-griffith

Griffith Bush Care group(Brisbane campuses)
Help restore the Australian bush environment and, if you are lucky,
see koalas, possums, and sugar gliders. Join us to develop yourteamwork skills, learn more about the environment and meet
new people.

Griffith Beach Care group(Gold Coast campus)
Help restore and care for our beautiful coastal environments with
the Griffith Beach Care group. This is a great way to give back to
the environment, meet new people and enjoy the beaches of theGold Coast.
griffith.edu.au/mates

Religion
Each Griffith campus provides access to prayer facilities as well as
multi-faith chaplains.
griffith.edu.au/chaplaincy

How to apply

01
Study Abroad applicants

Check you meet academic
entry requirements.
You must have an above average overall
Grade Point Average (equivalent to 4.5 on
Griffith’s 7.0 scale).
Students straight from high school may be
eligible for this program.

Exchange applicantsRequest nomination fromyour home university.
If you are from an exchange partner university,
you must be nominated by your home
university and meet their exchange program
requirements to be eligible for the program.

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Check you meet English
language entry requirements.
If you are from a non-English speaking
background, you must provide proof of English
language proficiency, equivalent to IELTS
overall 6.0 (6.5 for postgraduate students).

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Prepare supporting
documentation.
Include a copy of the most recent official
academic transcript (including academic
grading scale)*; proof of English language
proficiency (if required); copy of passport.
*Students may be asked for certified copies of the
documentation listed above, i.e. signed and stamped
by a home university representative, provider or agent.

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Apply online.
Apply online or via a registered recruitment
representative.

Find out more at:griffith.edu.au/
global-mobility-inbound-apply

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You can complete your Study
Abroad or Exchange Programapplication in four simple steps.

2024 STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE
Guide
Key dates*
Trimester 1 2024 (T1)
Orientation
Teaching weeks
Study days
Exam period

26 February – 1 March
4 March – 31 May
3 June – 5 June
6 June – 15 June

Trimester 2 2024 (T2)
Orientation
Teaching weeks
Study days
Exam period

8 July – 12 July
15 July – 11 October
14 October – 16 October
17 October – 26 October

Trimester 3 2024 (T3)
Orientation
Teaching weeks
Study days
Exam period

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4 November – 7 February (2025)
10 February (2025) – 12 February (2025)
13 February (2025) – 22 February (2025)*Some programs have different academic calendars.
Please visit griffith.edu.au/academic-calendar-key-dates for a full list of key dates

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Important note: All information is correct as at August 2023, but is subject to change as content is reviewed and updated. For the most up-to-date information,
visit griffith.edu.au/international/global-mobility/inbound.
Griffith has used reasonable endeavours to ensure that the information contained in this publication is correct at the time of printing but this information may be subject to corrections orchanges without notice. Griffith reserves the right to alter, change, or discontinue degrees and courses without notice. Griffith assumes no responsibility for the accuracy of information
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course offerings, duration, mode, commencement, campus location, fees, and entry requirements need to be checked and confirmed. All costs and fees contained in this publication are
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The provision of education services to international students by Australian educational institutions is governed by the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000 and
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