CISaustralia specialises in the design, development, and implementation of Customised Group Programs. The January in Maastricht program is designed specifically for CISaustralia students and is hosted at Maastricht University – considered one of the best young universities in the world! Study International Environmental Law, Positive Psychology or International Relations and Politics on this 3-week program located in the heart of Europe!
The adventure doesn't stop in the classroom—think weekend trips, European institutions, bike-friendly streets, and easy access to cities like Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris, and Frankfurt. If you're looking for a study experience that combines academic excellence, cultural immersion, and unforgettable travel opportunities, Maastricht is calling!
Watch an information session about CISaustralia Summer programs here.
Field of Study
- Environmental Studies
- International Relations
- Politics
- Psychology
Find more information regarding specific courses on the CISaustralia website.
Applicants are advised to submit 2-3 courses on their application for credit form for faculty assessment credit in case of course cancellation.
Credit Equivalent
7.5 ECTS = 2 UQ Units. Maximum of 2 UQ Units upon successful completion of experience (pending UQ faculty approval).
Visa Information
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences team is not a visa-issuing authority, we cannot provide visa advice.
Contact CISaustralia for visa and immigration information.
Eligibility and Application
All applicants must meet the UQ short-term experience criteria and any additional eligibility criteria set by CISaustralia.
CISaustralia programs are highly competitive and fill up fast, so be sure to get your application in as early as possible.
If you are intending to undertake your experience for-credit, it is strongly recommended that you submit your application to Global Experiences team at least 4 weeks before applying to the host to allow sufficient time for the faculty to complete the credit assessment. Please note that it is your responsibility to meet the host application deadline.
Costs
The participation mode of this experience is Study Abroad. The application fee is AUD $99 and the program fee is AUD $7,999 - $8,599. More information regarding program fees can be found on the CISaustralia website.
The program fees include:
- CISaustralia support services before, during and after the program
- Academic advising
- Financial advice
- Assistance with travel arrangements
- Visa assistance
- Pre-departure guide and session
- On-site orientation
- Accommodation – single or double room
- 1 group dinner & 1 group lunch
- Opening and closing ceremonies
- Tuition fees (a EU50 refundable deposit will be required at the start of the program to loan course materials – excluding Positive Psychology)
- Maastricht University student card with access to the University library
- Maastricht historical city tour
- Maastricht excursions including lunch
- 1-2 course-related field trips (pending course selected)
- Program risk matrix and COVID-19 risk assessment
- Risk Management and Emergency Response Plan
- CISaustralia 24/7 on-site support – Site Director
- Maastricht University official transcript
- CISaustralia Certificate of Participation (available on request)
Accommodation
Accommodation is included in the program cost. For more information regarding accommodation, please see the CISaustralia website.
Funding
Global Experiences Grants
When you submit your application to Global Experiences, you are considered for funding that is relevant to your nominated experience. Please refer to the Short-Term Experiences Funding page for details.
OS-HELP Loan
You may also be eligible to submit an application for an OS-HELP loan if your program is for-credit and you are enrolled as a Commonwealth-supported student.
Key Dates
Application Deadlines
UQ: 24 September 2026
Host: 27 October 2026
Program Dates
Start: 02 January 2027
End: 23 January 2027
Fast Facts
Type: Study
Mode: Study abroad
Location: Maastrich, Netherlands
Credit: For-credit or Not-for-credit
Cohort: Undergraduate and Postgraduate*
*Postgraduates may participate in this program not-for-credit only
OS-HELP Loan
If you participate in a short-term program you may also be eligible to submit an application for an OS-HELP loan if your program is for-credit and you are enrolled as a Commonwealth supported student.
Application Deadlines
OS-HELP loan applications open on 5 January each year.
OS-HELP loan applications can’t be accepted:
- any earlier than 6 months before the official start date of your overseas study
- any later than 3 months before the official end date of your overseas study.
*OS-HELP Loan applications are closed between 17 December and 5 January. Please visit the OS-HELP Loan website for more information on how to apply for an OS-HELP loan.
Refer to the funding page for more information on eligibility requirements and loan amounts.
Global Experiences Information Sessions
Students are encouraged to register and attend an information session to receive more details on the short-term application process, eligibility criteria, funding etc.