Are you eligible for short-term opportunities?
Important notice
In light of the continued risk and uncertainty around travel, all international travel on university business is suspended until further notice, unless otherwise specified. Please see the University’s COVID-19 updates page for full details.
Additionally, UniSA International Travel Grants are also unavailable and may not be reinstated by the time international travel is available again. When planning your future study overseas experience, please budget accordingly. OS-HELP and other Government grants and scholarships may still apply.
Please don’t let COVID-19 put your plans on hold. Use this time to plan for your future. The Study Overseas team remain as passionate as ever about the benefits of studying overseas and are here to assist if you have any questions. Consider applying for a virtual mobility program, and register your interest for future travel opportunities so we can keep you updated with any developments.
Please contact us if you’d like to discuss your future plans.
Below are the eligibility requirements for a short term study overseas program. You should read through these and make sure you meet them before applying. If you wish to discuss your eligibility, please contact short.programs@unisa.edu.au.
Short Term Opportunities
- You must have a UniSA Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0 or above
- You should have no more than 9 failed units in the program in which you are currently enrolled
- Must be able to get approval from your Program Director that a minimum of 4.5 units credit will be awarded towards your current program for your overseas study
- You must undertake your short term program outside of Australia and outside of your country of citizenship
Undergraduate
At point of application, you must have completed and passed at least 18 units of your current program.
Postgraduate (Coursework)
At point of application, you must have completed at least 9 units in the program in which you are currently enrolled, or alternatively have recently completed your undergraduate program at the University of South Australia.
International students
If you are an international student looking to study overseas through the University of South Australia, we recommend that you arrange a meeting with the Study Overseas team to discuss your your options, as there may be additional considerations for you.
As an international student studying a UniSA program:
- You can apply to go on exchange and receive a UniSA travel grant
- Standard selection criteria will apply to you
- You may be required to take a TOEFL/IELTS test at their own expense to apply to some partner universities
- It is your responsibility to ensure that taking overseas studies will not adversely affect your visa/future work and study prospects
Other considerations
Discussion with Academic Advisor/Program Director
Before you apply for the exchange program it is recommended you discuss your decision with a relevant academic staff member. You must research your options prior to meeting the staff member and take relevant documentation with you. Ultimately your Program Director needs to approve your course selection.
International Students
The Study Overseas office can provide a letter confirming details of your exchange for you to present to the Department of Home Affairs if required.
Students undertaking placement
Students undertaking University approved Placement/Work Experience/Field Trips/Site Visits are provided with relevant insurance by the University. See here for details and conditions for cover or contact the Insurance Office.
Student Mobility Policy
Student Mobility Policy: A - 36 Student mobility.
Research students
There may be opportunities for you to have an international experience as part of your research degree, however this is not facilitated through the Study Overseas team. Please discuss opportunities with your supervisor in the first instance.
