Cross-Institutional Studies
We offer cross-institutional study opportunities to students from other Australian universities, allowing subjects undertaken at Nan Tien Institute (NTI) to count towards your degree.
Why study at NTI?
- Each subject is completed in 5 weeks
- Only 5 days on-campus (9am-5pm) + supported online study
- Government-accredited subjects with highly qualified lecturers
- Beautiful new South Coast Campus near Wollongong
- Available to both domestic and international students
- FEE-HELP assistance is available for eligible domestic students
Subjects Available
Semester 1 2021
Critical Inquiry
| Lecture dates: 25 January-4 April Strengthen your existing academic abilities and literacies, and review contemporary topics to develop critical thinking, research and communication skills essential for success in postgraduate studies.
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Introduction to Buddhism
| Lecture dates: 8 February-14 March
Discover ideas around the origin and development of Buddhism, key Buddhist doctrines, and the basic concepts of Buddhist philosophy and practice across various traditions. |
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Mindfulness: Theory and Practice
| Lecture dates: 12 April – 16 May
Discover the theoretical foundations for meditative practice as well as the practical methods and techniques of meditation and look into the variety of applications of mindfulness in new contexts and environments. |
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Health as Buddhist Practice
| Lecture dates: 31 May – 4 July This subject begins with an exploration of the notion of “Health as Buddhist Practice as Health”, reflecting the spiral pattern of open spiritual engagement.
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Semester 2 2021
Critical Inquiry
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Lecture dates: 12 July – 19 September |
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Introduction to Buddhism
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Lecture dates: 26 July-29 August ‘Introduction to Buddhism’ outlines and explores the fundamentals of Buddhist thought. Students examine ideas around the origin and development of Buddhism, key Buddhist doctrines, and the basic concepts of Buddhist philosophy across various traditions. |
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Nutrition Through the Lifespan
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Lecture dates: 19 July – 22 August Explore a lifespan perspective to nutrition, diet and exercise, addressing nutritional requirements fundamental to human growth through the lifespan, drawing from different health and science disciplines. |
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Mind-Body Wellness
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Lecture dates: 16 August – 19 September Uncover the psychological, emotional, physical, social, and environmental factors that can contribute to, or work against, the health and wellbeing of individuals and societies. |
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Healing Traditions: Buddhism and Psychotherapy (Online)
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Subject start date: 5 October – 12 December
Study contemporary mental and psychological disorders and diseases, and examine how Buddhism and Psychotherapy practices can respond, manage and impact on them. |
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Mindfulness: Theory and Practice
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Lecture dates: 15 November-19 December Discover the theoretical foundations for meditative practice as well as the practical methods and techniques of meditation and look into the variety of applications of mindfulness in new contexts and environments. |
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Buddhist Ethics
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Lecture dates: 9 August – 12 September Review contemporary issues through the lens of Buddhist ethical traditions including the environment, sustainability, war, gender and sexuality, economics, social responsibility, and more. |
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Arts Therapy
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Lecture dates: 18 October – 21 November Investigate art as a form of psychotherapy for a wide range of psychological, social and physical conditions. Examine the diversity of art therapy models and methods and design your own therapeutic experience. |
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Buddhism, Environment and Sustainability
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Lecture dates: 20 September – 24 October Explore both classic and new sources of Buddhist environmentalism, as well as other Spiritual traditions that have a key role in engaging creative responses to environmental and associated social challenges. |
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Studying at Nan Tien Institute
Week 1: Preliminary reading to familiarise yourself with the key subject topics (offsite)
Week 2: Digital Intensive Classroom where you will interact with the lecturer and fellow students. (5 days x 8 hrs./day)
Weeks 3-5: Independent learning – undertake research and complete your assignments, supported by the subject coordinator and online resources (offsite).
University of Wollongong (UOW) Students
Step 1: Start your application online via our website or using the button below.
Step 2: Complete a UOW ‘Application for Cross Institutional Study at another University’ form and submit it to your Department Head. You will also need to attach this completed form to finalise your online application.
Western Sydney University (WSU) Students
Step 1: Start your application online via our website or using the button below.
Step 2: Complete a WSU ‘Academic Approval Request for Cross Institutional studies’ form and submit it to your School. You will also need to attach this completed form to finalise your online application.
Other Australian Universities
Step 1: Start your application online via our website or using the button below.
Step 2: Complete an ‘Academic Approval Request for Cross Institutional studies’ form or equivalent from your university and submit it to your Head of Program. You will also need to attach this completed form to finalise your online application.