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If you want to study in Australia for one or two semesters as part of your degree in your home country, Victoria University (VU) makes an excellent choice.  Find out whether you are eligible for an incoming student exchange, a general or specialised Study Abroad program and apply now.

What is Study Abroad and Student Exchange?

We have over 75 exchange agreements throughout Asia, Europe and the Americas. Check with your institution to see if it has an international student exchange agreement with VU. If not, you could apply as a fee paying Study Abroad student.

Entry requirements, eligibility and fees

Entry requirements for Study Abroad programs are the same as they are for incoming exchange programs. You will need to read the following eligibility and fee information carefully to determine whether you qualify for Study Abroad or an incoming student exchange program.

Entry requirements for Study Abroad and Incoming Student Exchange

Study Abroad or incoming exchange students must provide the following documents:

• proof of enrolment in a university degree or post-secondary program or evidence that you have successfully completed your secondary school studies, if you are not currently enrolled in a post-secondary program,
• achievement of a 65% average in studies and a 2.5 grade point average on a scale of 4 or equivalent
• evidence that you meet the University's English language requirements – for Bachelor degrees, IELTS 6.0 (no band below 6.0) or equivalent. VU accepts DAAD, TOEFL and in some cases recommendation letters from your home institution. .

Incoming student Exchange eligibility

You are eligible for exchange programs at VU if you are:

• enrolled at one of Victoria University's exchange partners
• nominated by your home university

You can study for one semester, or a full academic year and receive credit for your home degree.

Exchange fees

Exchange programs allow you pay your tuition and student activity fees at your home university. You don't have to pay any tuition fees to Victoria University. Contact your home institution for more information about exchange fees, or apply now.

Study Abroad eligibility

If you meet the entry requirements, you are only eligible for Study Abroad programs at VU if:

• your institution does not have an exchange agreement with Victoria University, or
• you have not secured an exchange place even though your home university has an international student exchange agreement with VU.

Study Abroad fees

If you meet the entry requirements, and are eligible for a Study Abroad Program, you can study for a semester or a full academic year and you are usually required to pay:

• tuition fees for your study at Victoria University of A$8100 up-front (only if you are ineligible for exchange)
• additional fees for compulsory health insurance and visas
• travel and living costs.

You will need to confirm:

• that your home institution or your country offers funding to assist with your expenses. 
• that your studies are credited towards your home institution's degree as this is up to your home institution. The decision will be based on the equivalence between your home degree units and the units you study at Victoria University. You will receive a transcript from Victoria University but not be awarded a Victoria University degree.

Application details and dates

Apply now for an Incoming Student Exchange or Study Abroad program at VU in Melbourne.

Application deadlines

• For Semester 1 in 2010, the application date is 15 December 2009
• For Semester 2 in 2010, the application date is 31 May 2010

To find out more about incoming exchange, contact your exchange office at your home university.

Further information and contact

Our Study Abroad Guide includes comprehensive information about our Study Abroad and exchange programs.

During International Orientation Week, we hold a special session where you will be given information on your study program to maximise your enjoyment while studying abroad. For any other questions contact us about Study Abroad and exchange.

Student testimonials

Read the international success stories from students who have experienced Study Abroad for themselves.

Going abroad on exchange

If you are interested in going abroad as part of your qualification, and you are already studying an undergraduate degree at Victoria University, see our outbound student exchange program.

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