Student exchange

Study overseas as an exchange student with one of UC’s partner universities

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This page is for current UC students. If you are an international student wanting to study at UC, please visit our International student exchange and study abroad page.

Where can I go?

Explore the world with our connections! UC student exchange programs allow you to do a semester-long or year-long exchange placement at one of our partner universities around the world.

What's more, you can complete the exchange without changing your status as a UC student or lengthening the time it takes to complete your degree.

You won't even need to change the way you pay your tuition fees, meaning you'll get the benefits of studying overseas without having to pay any hefty international course charges.

Browse UC partner universities

Am I eligible?

Requirements

Student exchanges are open to you if you are currently enrolled at UC and you:

  • have completed a full year of study (24 credit points) with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4 or above
  • can demonstrate the skills to manage a new and challenging academic and social environment.

Before you apply, make sure that your chosen university offers subjects related to your degree during the semester you intend to spend overseas.

What we’re looking for

You’ll be selected to participate in a student exchange on the quality of your application and academic results.

Some of the things we’re looking for are:

  • a solid Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4 and above
  • maturity, self-awareness and a sense of responsibility
  • an enthusiasm for being outside of your comfort zone
  • your ability to adapt to a new country and culture
  • willingness and capability to attend all the scheduled pre-departure meetings

Funding your trip

As an exchange student, you’ll pay your usual UC tuition fees and continue to have access to HECS-HELP or FEE-HELP while you're studying at one of our partner universities. You'll need to cover your travel and living costs but there may be scholarships, grants and loans that can help you with these.

Free travel insurance

You'll also receive travel insurance coverage under the university's corporate travel insurance policy and have access to International SOS 24/7 assistance while overseas.

Discover how to fund your trip
Learn more about International SOS

Semester 2, 2025

  • Round 1 (first preferences) closes 29/11/2024
  • Round 2 closes 21/02/2025

Steps to going on exchange

All good things take time. Before you can become an exchange student, you'll need to complete the steps in the application and selection process.

You don't need to navigate these alone, though. Global Learning is on hand to help you during every stage of the journey.

1. Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria listed above.

2. Ensure you understand all associated travel costs and funding options available to you.

3. Browse UC's partner universities to get an idea of where you might be able to study.

4. Book a virtual consultation with Global Learning to discuss your options.

5. Contact your faculty to discuss your individual study plan and receive confirmation that going on an exchange program is compatible with your course.

Faculty study plan/CCTA contacts

Make sure you have the following information ready.

  • The study period that you would like to go on exchange
  • Which host university and country that you will be preferencing
  • Desired UC units in study plan that you wish to study overseas

6. Complete the UC Exchange Student application form through MyUC. Make sure you attach your new study plan that accommodates your exchange, as approved by your faculty. It is recommended that you list at least three different host university preferences in your application as this will assist Global Learning in matching you to a host university.

7. Global Learning will review your exchange application and if your application is endorsed, you will be matched with a host university based on the preferences listed in your application. If Global Learning cannot match you to a host university of your choice they will provide you with available alternatives for you to consider.

8. If you are accepted into the UC Exchange program, you will need to sign a Student International Travel Agreement.

9. Once your agreement is signed and you have been approved for international travel, Global Learning will contact your host university to commence the application process. You may receive instructions through Global Learning or directly from the host university with details on how to submit the application form specific to your host university.

10. Complete the Course Credit Transfer Agreement (CCTA) with your designated Faculty CCTA contact. Prior to meeting with your faculty to discuss your CCTA, you will need to email them a copy of the relevant unit outlines or syllabus from the host university that you intend to study at.

11. Email your signed CCTA to Global Learning.

12. Accept offers from both your host university and Global Learning to confirm your exchange placement.

13. If you want to cancel your application, now’s the time. Notify Global Learning in writing as soon as possible. We may be able to give you a refund if you can prove extenuating circumstances, such as an accident, injury or the death of a family member.

Note: The University of Canberra will continue monitoring the various risks associated with international travel and may withdraw authorisation for student international travel at any point prior to departure for an exchange program.

14. Prepare a budget for living expenses and apply for a scholarship, grant or OS-HELP loan to help you fund your trip.

15. Attend mandatory UC briefings and departure meetings, run by Global Learning.

16. Arrange your travel, visas and accommodation.

View our full pre-departure checklist
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Contact Global Learning

We're your one-stop-shop for studying overseas. Email, call or chat with us in person at Student Central.

global.learning@canberra.edu.au
(02) 6201 5385

Student Central hours:
Tuesdays: 11am – 12pm
Wednesdays: 10am-11am
Thursdays: 1pm – 2pm

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