CISaustralia specialises in the design, development, and implementation of Customised Group Programs. The CISaustralia July in Maastricht program is hosted at Maastricht University, considered one of the best young universities in the world!

Maastricht is a perfect city to enjoy part of your winter Uni break while gaining academic credit for a course in Forensic Psychology or Leadership and Management in a Global World.

This comprehensive study abroad experience and on-site support provide full assistance with everything from academic advising to immersion into Dutch life. Each course incorporates cultural excursions and weekend trips to Amsterdam and Germany. Located in the heart of Europe, this hands-on program, both inside and outside of the classroom, is sure to provide an unforgettable and life-changing experience!

Fields of study

  • Leadership Management
  • Forensic Psychology

For more information regarding program specifics, visit the host program website.

Credit Equivalent

7.5 ECTS = 2 UQ Units. Maximum of 2 UQ Units if course is successfully completed (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 eligibility criteria and the CISaustralia entry requirements. Students are required to have a 4.5 GPA to meet CIS entry requirements.

CIS Australia 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 IGET at least 4 weeks before applying to the host to allow sufficient time for faculty to complete the credit assessment. Please note, however, that it is your responsibility to meet the host application deadline.  

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Costs

The participation mode of this experience is Study Abroad, meaning you pay tuition directly to the host. The program fee will cost between approximately $8,699 AUD (depending on accommodation type chosen) and includes tuition, accommodation, meals and a class field trips. An additional application fee of $99 AUD will apply.

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 including a practical city tour
  • Accommodation – single or double room
  • 1 group lunch/BBQ
  • Opening and closing ceremonies
  • Tuition fees – including course materials
  • Maastricht University student card with access to the University library
  • Maastricht historical city tour
  • Maastricht excursion including lunch
  • 1 course-related local field trip
  • Program risk matrix and COVID-19 risk assessment
  • Risk Management and Emergency Response Plan
  • CISaustralia 24/7 on-site support – Site Director

Detailed information regarding program fees can be found on the CISaustralia website.  

* Please visit the CISaustralia Scholarships page for early bird discounts and scholarship options that may be available to you.

Accommodation

Accommodation is included in the program cost.

For more information regarding accommodation, please see the CISaustralia website.

Funding

Internships and Global Experiences Grants

When you submit your application for an experience, you are automatically 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: 14 April 2026
Host: 5 May 2026

Program Dates

Start: 26 June 2026
End: 18 July 2026

Fast Facts

Type: Study
Mode: Study abroad
Location: Maastricht, Netherlands
Credit: For-credit and Not-for-Credit
Cohort: Undergraduate & Postgraduate*


*Postgraduates can attend the program as 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

15 January for overseas study commencing March to August
15 March for overseas study commencing May to October
15 June for overseas study commencing August to January
15 September for overseas study commencing November to April

OS-HELP Loan application deadlines close before the Summer and Winter Short-Term Study application deadlines. Please visit the OS-HELP Loan website for deadline dates as late applications will not be accepted.

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.​

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