IFSA January in Rome
IFSA specialises in the design, development, and implementation of Customised Group Programs.Experience the history, art, architecture, and vibrant culture of one of Eurpoe's most iconic cities through IFSA January in Romeprogram.
Mild temps are ideal for exploring Rome’s magnificent treasures and considering how they reflect 2,000+ years of Italian history. Fill an elective or requirement as you examine the role of art in politics and investigate the ways various people and groups have used literature, cinema, architecture, and visual arts for influence. Learning comes to life with visits to places like the prestigious American Academy, the Vittoriano Museum Complex, the Esposizione Universale Romana District, and more.
Fields of study
- Italian Art, Power, and Influence
For more detailed information regarding the course available, visit the host university website.
Credit equivalent
3 US credits = 2 UQ units. Maximum of 2 UQ Units following 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.
Please review the IFSA webpage for visa and immigration information.
Eligibility and application
All applicants must meet the UQ short-term experience criteria and IFSA's entry requirements.
If you intend to undertake your experience for credit, it is strongly recommended that you submit your application to the Global Experiences team at least 4 weeks before applying to the host to allow sufficient time for 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, meaning you pay tuition directly to the host. The program fee is AUD $6,900 (approximately) and includes tuition, excursions and accommodation. More information regarding program fees can also be found on the host university website. Students pay approximately AUD $750 for program deposit upon confirmation of attendance. The deposit is applied to the total program fee.
IFSA offers a variety of scholarship opportunities for students from Australian partner universities, helping to support life-changing international study experiences. Available scholarships include:
- First in Family Scholarship
- Needs-Based Scholarship
- Marketing Correspondent Scholarship
Scholarship values, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines are available on the Overseas Study for Australian Students – IFSA webpage.
For the January 2027 intake, IFSA is offering a Bring a Friend Grant worth USD $500 per student for eligible students. This is a great opportunity to share your overseas experience while receiving additional financial support. Visit the IFSA website for full details, eligibility requirements, and the IFSA “Bring a Friend” Grant Promotion — Terms and Conditions.
Accommodation
Accommodation is included in the program fee. Students will stay in fully-furnished apartments shared by four to six students, or in double rooms with a kitchenette in student residence halls. More information regarding accommodation can be found on the host university's website.
Funding
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: 24 September 2026
Host: 15 October 2026
Program Dates
Start: 2 January 2027
End: 17 January 2027
Fast Facts
Type: Study
Mode: Study Abroad
Location: Rome, Italy (In-person)
Credit: For-credit or Not-for-credit
Cohort: Undergraduate and Postgraduate*
*postgraduate students may participate 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
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.