Applying for an exchange
When planning your exchange it is important that you research the host institution and study program that suits your needs. Please review Researching Your Exchange before submitting your application.
The following information will assist you with your application process.
Application deadlines
Study Period 2
If you plan to go on exchange in Study Period 2 (Feb - July), applications close on 1 August of the year before you intend to go on exchange.
Study Period 5
If you plan to go on exchange in Study Period 5 (July - Dec), applications close on 11 January of the year you intend to go on exchange. APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN!!
It is strongly advised that you submit your application by the above dates. However, if you do miss the deadline, UniSA International may still consider your application and try to accommodate you whenever possible. You should email Student.Exchange@unisa.edu.au with a request for a late application.
Submitting your application
To apply to go on exchange you need to submit an online exchange application by the close dates above.
You will need to send one section of the form to a UniSA academic staff member that knows you and is willing to provide a reference for you. In addition, you are required to show proof of your research of the Universities and course options. A statement of purpose demonstrating your suitability for acceptance into an exchange program and for the award of a travel grant is also required. Don't forget to send us 2 recent passport size photos, with your name and Student ID number on the back (Attention: Student Exchange Officers, UniSA International, GPO Box 2471, ADELAIDE SA 5001).
Selection process
Once you submit your exchange application to UniSA International it will be processed as quickly as possible. The first step of the selection process is approval by UniSA. In assessing your application UniSA International will examine your academic record, your statement of purpose and your academic reference. If you are accepted you will be sent a letter of offer, this letter will also indicate how much your travel grant will be. You should expect to hear from us 3 - 6 weeks after the application deadline.
The second step of the process is when your application is sent to the host institution for assessment. If you are accepted by the host institution you can then start to organise your travel arrangements. UniSA International will send out an exchange contract for you to sign. You should return this as soon as possible so that your travel grant funds can be transferred into your nominated bank account.
You will also need to organise your credit transfer by filling in a
Student Exchange
- Course Approval Form (PDF 180kb - download
Adobe Acrobat). If your application
is successful, you should read through the Once
You've Been Approved and pre-departure
information on this website and go to the pre-departure session
organised by UniSA International. You will then be ready to start your
international adventure!