Travel overseas for a semester or two at a partner institution. It's an incredible way to see the world, experience a new culture, expand your learning, and gain an edge in the job market.
University exchange is a reciprocal program whereby UniSC’s Global Learning team nominates successful UniSC students to study at an agreed UniSC partner institution as an exchange student.
UniSC has over 70 partner institutions around the world! You can choose to study in the Americas, Europe or Asia, while earning credit towards your UniSC degree.
- Choose to study abroad for a single semester/trimester or immerse yourself for a full year.
- Maintain your UniSC enrolment and pay your regular UniSC tuition while gaining global experience.
- Courses you study may be credited towards your UniSC degree (if approved by both institutions).
- Study a minimum of the equivalent of 4 UniSC courses (48 units).
- Courses you study will be in English*
- Begin planning early – exchange applications are required no later than six months in advance of travel.
*Unless you're planning to enrol in non-English speaking classes or UniSC'S In-Country Language program, in which case please contact your Course Coordinator for further information.
Eligibility
You can apply for a student exchange if you:
- are 18 years of age before the commencement of your travel,
- are enrolled in a UniSC undergraduate degree that allows you to study overseas.
Note: you can check your eligibility under program requirements under the entry requirements tab on your program page, - have successfully completed eight courses at UniSC before you commence your travel,
- have a minimum GPA of 4.5 (or minimum GPA requirement of 5.0 for Japanese In-country language studies), and
- return to UniSC with at least one course remaining to complete your degree.
Funding and scholarships
When you study on exchange you pay fees as per UniSC's program fees but there's funding support available. Explore these opportunities and discuss them when you meet with your consultant.
Government loans - OS-HELP
OS-HELP is a Commonwealth Government loan program that provides financial assistance to eligible students wishing to undertake part of their Commonwealth Supported program overseas. Learn more about OS-HELP.
Destination Australia Cheung Kong Exchange Program
Funded by the Department of Education and Training and Cheung Kong Group, the DACKEP scholarship offers a single payment between $2000 to $8000 to support Australian and international undergraduate students to participate in educational exchange between undergraduate students in Australia and Asia.
Note: To be eligible, applicants must meet the funding body’s eligibility requirements. Scholarship availability is subject to change at any time.
New Colombo Plan Scholarships
The New Colombo Plan (NCP) is more than a student exchange. This signature initiative of the Australian Government includes a prestigious scholarship for Australian undergraduate students to travel in the Indo-Pacific region, including study at a host university, internship experiences, opportunities to learn the local language and network with leaders in government, business and civil society. Participants join an active alumni with opportunities extending long after travel.
How to apply
Ready to find your next adventure? Taking the first step is easy. Start by exploring the partner institutions and experiences available. Then, just let us know you are interested. Book in a consultation with us at a time that suits you, either online or in person. We'll be happy to step you through the process, and give you all the information you need to get set to study overseas.
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