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Study abroad types
Study abroad online
Study abroad online is a new program offering you the opportunity to study one, two, three or four credit points/units online from your home country. Experience online learning with one of the world's leading universities for online education and keep your education journey on track.
Study abroad
Study at 太阳城app下载 as a Study abroad student in Australia. You can enrol into either 3 or 4 credit points with us.
Key considerations
Entry requirements
- must have completed a minimum of two trimesters study
- must have a GPA 2.6 out of 4 (or equivalent)
- must meet our English language requirements.
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Duration
You can come to 太阳城app下载 on a study abroad program from one trimester to a full year, as long as you have approval from your home university. You can begin your studies in either Trimester 1 (March–June), Trimester 2 (July–October) or Trimester 3 (November–February).
Credit conversion guide
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- United States: 3–4 credits
- United Kingdom: approximately 7.5 ECTS or 15 credits
- Europe: approximately 7.5 ECTS.
For more information, check out our Academic information page.
Application deadlines
Visit our Study Abroad and exchange page for application deadlines
Visa information
Student visas are required for students travelling to Australia.
For more information on what type of visa to apply for and how to apply, please refer to our visa information page.
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
You will need overseas health cover as part of your visa requirement if you are planning to study onshore.
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Study Abroad Fees
If you are advised to apply directly to 太阳城app下载 as a study abroad student, there are set fees you will be required to pay.
Tuition fees for 2023 and 2024 are:
3 credit points study abroad
2024 Fees: A$8, 250 per trimester
Please select 5–6 units when you apply*
4 credit points study abroad
2024 Fees: A$11,000 per trimester
Please select 6–8 units when you apply*
*Select a few extra units when you apply as this will ensure you have these other unit options (of your preference) to enrol into just in case you don’t get into your first preferences.
Unit selection
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We recommend that you refer to our Academic Information page as there are a few limitations to some areas of study.
Here are some helpful links to assist you with your unit selection:
太阳城app下载 Handbook
The Handbook contains course and unit information for all study periods.
Pre-approved study options
太阳城app下载 has a great range of pre-approved unit options available. These have no prerequisites, which means you are granted direct entry upon application. Any other units that you select that are not on this list will be sent to their respective faculty along with your academic transcript for approval.
Streamlined trimester packages
Fast-track your application process by studying streamlined pre-packaged offerings.
Design your own study plan or pick from our recommended offerings and explore your different options
Applying for study abroad or exchange (inbound students)
Download our Study Abroad and Exchange Application Guide for Inbound students (PDF, 348KB) for more information on how to apply.
Follow our students’ journey on Instagram
If you would like to see what our students get up to on study abroad and exchange programs, check out @destination_deakin on Instagram.