Study overseas

Study overseas as part of your degree and gain a truly global perspective.

At VU, we want you to challenge yourself and grow. Our Study Abroad program is your ticket to the world. As a VU student, you can study on exchange at one of our partner institutions, take part in a study tour overseas or travel for a short program during the summer or winter break.

Experience another culture like a local, and open your mind to new possibilities and adventures.
You’ll develop leadership skills, cultural awareness and confidence while making new friends and gaining credit towards your degree.

Exchange programs

Short programs

Study tours overseas

Costs & funding

Events & student stories

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
5 x $15,000 NCP grants are available!
Ever thought about taking your degree to Asia? VU has been awarded 5 x $15,000 NCP grants for VU students to study a semester at Sunway College in Malaysia. Continue to study in the VU Block Model while gaining a global experience in Malaysia. Applications are now open for Semester 1, 2027.
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The group receive a warm welcome to De La Salle University, with a welcome banner
Law students study abroad in the Philippines
The VU law study tour to De La Salle University in the Philippines ran across twelve days in January 2026. For VU students it was an intensive study unit: International Law Practicum – an elective in the Bachelor of Laws.
two female students look out over a vast lake and mountains, drapped in a Canadian flag
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity in Canada
Olivia Flynn reflects on her experience abroad at Western University, Canada, as part of her Bachelor of Sport Management at Victoria University.
Life and study in Japan
Laurence, a Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry) student, studied law and Japanese in Japan as an New Colombo Plan (NCP) Scholarship recipient. He reflects here on his time in Japan.

Contact us

To find out more about Study Abroad and Exchange, email Victoria Abroad or book a 1:1 consultation with Victoria Abroad.

educationabroad@vu.edu.au
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