The city of Ballarat is a community of some 40,000 people. The Botanical garden, the Wild Life Park, the Old Town market and the Grand Victorian Buildings are a few of the cultural sites available in Ballarat. Melbourne, a major metropolitan city, is close by for those wishing to experience more of Australia on a weekend trip. The University of Tasmania is located on the Island of Tasmania, a state of Australia. This program is currently limited to those studying art.
Students can select from diversified art class offerings ranging from ceramics to furniture design.
After merging with Tasmania State Institute of Technology, the University of Tasmania combines its long tradition of academic excellence with the dynamics of an ever-changing institute of technology. The result today is a comprehensive University with over 10,000 students, which welcomes study abroad students and allows for programs to be tailored to specific needs. Located in Australia's smallest state in both size and population, Hobart serves as capital city and center of commerce and industry. With a population of 150,000, this major tourist attraction draws visitors with its diverse and spectacular scenery. Some places of interest in the Hobart area are Shot Tower at Taroona, Arthurs circus at Battery Point, Mt. Feild National Park, and Hastings Cave.