Harvard Extension School January Session: Online
The Harvard Extension School January Session: Online experience offers courses taught by Harvard professors and visiting scholars during the winter months in Boston, Massachusetts.
Fields of study
- Anthropology
- Biotechnology
- Business
- English
- Environmental science
- History
- Literature
- Management
- Psychology
- Writing
More information regarding specific courses available can be found on the host university website.
*Applicants are advised to submit 2-3 courses on their application for credit form for faculty assessment credit in case of course cancellation.
Postgraduate students should be aware that if you are wanting to take the course for credit, you will need to ensure you have registered for the appropriate 'credit status' with Harvard Extension School.
Credit equivalent
4 Credits = 2 UQ Units. Maximum of 2 UQ units after successful completion of experience (pending UQ faculty approval).
Eligibility and application
All applicants must meet the standard Short-term Global Experiences Student Eligibility Criteria and the Harvard entry requirements. Non-native speakers of English should note the additional English language proficiency requirements prior to applying.
*Please note that Harvard Extension School registration begins on 4 November 2024.
Cost
The participation mode of this experience is Study Abroad.
The program fee ranges between approximately $3100 - $5,000 AUD per 4 Harvard credit course. Detailed information regarding program fees can be found on the host program website.
Funding
Internships and Global Experiences Grant
When you submit your application for an experience, you are considered for funding that is relevant to your nominated experience. Please refer to the Short-Term Experiences Funding page for details.
Key Dates
Application Deadlines
UQ: 24 September 2024
Host: 5 December 2024
Program Dates
Fast Facts
Type: Study
Mode: Study abroad
Location: Boston, USA (Virtual)
Credit: For-credit, not-for-credit
Cohort: Undergraduate and Postgraduate
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*
Refer to the funding page for more information on eligibility requirements and loan amounts.
*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.