Want to study overseas for 2 - 6 weeks? There are plenty of programs for you to choose from! Short study opportunities are promoted on our Learning Abroad Notices. Subscribe for updates via email or RSS.
What can I do?
Short programs include the following types of experiences:
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Short Courses |
Specialised courses at partner institutions during in their summer and winter school programs. Courses are usually equivalent to 6 -12 units of credit, for 4-6 weeks and are fee based. In some instances, a reduction may be negotiated with our partner institutions. Credit is gained through cross-institutional credit (exchange or direct). |
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Faculty led study tours |
UNSW Faculties offer a variety of opportunities for students including international study tours, practicum, studios, moots and field studies. Whilst overseas students remain enrolled in UNSW courses. Courses are usually equivalent to 6 -12 units of credit, for 4-6 weeks. |
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Conferences & competitions |
Conferences may be for purposes of attendance or presenting a research paper or undertaking an international competition. These programs are not for credit with a duration of 1-2 weeks. |
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Internships, Placements, Work Integrated Learning |
Students gain professional skills and workplace experience overseas while they enrol in UNSW WIL courses or undertake it as part of their industrial training requirements. The experience may be paid, unpaid or fee based (third-party providers). The duration can be from as little as 2 weeks up to 6 months. Contact WIL Central at UNSW for more advice. |
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Research |
UNSW students can undertake part of their honours, masters or postgraduate research abroad while still enrolled at UNSW. The duration can be up to 12 months. For more information see: UNSW Research Overseas | UNSW Current Students |
Where can I find a Short Program?
Learning Abroad Notices: Short study opportunities, from our exchange partners, networks and providers are promoted regularly on our Learning Abroad Notices. We recommend that you Subscribe for updates via email or RSS.
UNSW Course Handbook: You could also consult the UNSW Handbook or your Faculty's website for any Faculty-led Study Tours on offer.
Costs and financial assistance
Short Program costs vary, however most will require tuition fees for the courses taken plus any associated travel costs.
- Short courses and Internship fees are generally around $2,000 - $3,000 for 4-6 weeks. Some short course partner programs can offer discounts on the tuition fees. If an Exchange place is available, the tuition may be waived by the partner university and you would pay the tuition fees at UNSW.
- Travel expenses will be dependent on location, time of year and the duration of the experience.
- Virtual Learning Abroad programs offer a low-cost option as there are only the program fees but no associated travel expenses.
- Financial Assistance: Scholarships, OS-Help Loans and travel grants may be available to support for some programs. Further information can be found on our Financial Assistance page.
For a list of available scholarships, search the UNSW Scholarships.
How to apply
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Transfer of credit
Some learning abroad short programs may be able to be counted towards your UNSW degree through credit transfer.
If you would like to receive credit, you will need to receive approval from your Program Authority as part of your application.
Approval is not guaranteed and remains at the discretion of the faculty.
For more information and eligibility requirements, see Receiving academic credit for your overseas short program.
Student Testimonials
Aimee
On my last day I was sad to leave. I wish I had chosen the University of Lausanne for my actual exchange abroad!" French Summer Language course, Switzerland.
Max
The highlights of summer Uni at the University of Navarra: meeting fantastic people and being taught in small classes by interesting and prominent professors in their field.
Damian
The U21 Undergraduate Research Conference was one of the most inspiring things I have attended. Everyone was extremely passionate about their field of study. It's incredible.