Student Exchange and Study Abroad

Broaden your perspective and grow as a person while immersing yourself in a new culture with a study abroad or exchange semester in Perth, Western Australia.

Student Exchange and Study Abroad programs in Perth

Study Abroad, and Student Exchange programs provide you with the opportunity to spend one or two semesters studying at a university in Perth, earning academic credit that counts towards your degree at your home university.

You'll have the opportunity to take courses and electives that aren't available at your home institution or explore your major from a new perspective.

Perth universities have established partnerships with educational institutions worldwide, offering students from those institutions the chance to live and study in the stunning city of Perth.

Throughout your program, you can make the most of semester breaks and weekends to discover Western Australia and immerse yourself in the cultural experience of living in a new country.

How it works

Tuition fees for your Study Abroad program are paid directly to the Australian university for the duration of your study period (one or two semesters). Many programs also allow you to maintain any financial aid you currently receive from your home university.

Some Study Abroad programs are organized through formal agreements between your home university and an Australian partner institution, while others can be arranged independently by applying directly to your chosen Australian university. Be sure to visit the university's website for more details and obtain approval from your home university before applying.

Why study overseas?

If you're an international student looking to study in Australia, one thing is for sure: it will be an unforgettable, life-changing experience.

It provides a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in a different culture and gain valuable cross-cultural communication skills, adaptability, and independence. And that's just the start.

You’ll meet people from all over the world, and you’re likely to form strong bonds with your classmates. When you finish your studies, you’ll find that you will have made friendships that will last a lifetime.

By taking yourself out of your comfort zone, you'll also find new levels of confidence and independence as you grow as a person.

Gain credit towards your chosen degree

Not only will you get the chance to study at a world-class university, you’ll also be gaining valuable credit towards your degree, bringing your dream career even closer.

However, some courses taken during a Study Abroad program may not count towards your degree at your home university. It’s important to do your research and obtain written approval from your home university before you begin studying in Australia.

Eligibility

Study Abroad and Student Exchange programs may have eligibility requirements based on:

Academic achievements

English language level

Completion of pre-requisite studies

Length of study at your home university

You must also apply for a Student Visa to study in Australia. Learn more about visas and migration.

Discover a place to belong.

Are you considering studying in Perth? There’s no shortage of reasons why you should. For international students, it’s a city of opportunity. With a lower cost of living and expansive job prospects compared to other major cities, there’s no limit to what you can achieve or who you can become.

70,000+

International students currently studying in Perth

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Languages and dialect spoken - including Aboriginal languages

World class universities to choose from

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FAQs

A student exchange program enables students to study at a partner institution in another country, offering them the chance to immerse themselves in a new culture and gain a global perspective, all while earning academic credit toward their degree at their home institution.

When you travel overseas for a student exchange program, you’ll get to immerse yourself in a new culture, gaining valuable cross-cultural communication skills, adaptability, and independence. You’ll also meet people from all over the world, forming strong bonds and making lifelong friendships. By taking yourself out of your comfort zone, you’ll also find new levels of confidence and independence as you grow as a person.

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Choose from a range of world-leading universities

The ability for you to study abroad or participate in a student exchange program depends on whether your institution in your home country has a formal exchange agreement with Western Australian universities.

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