Eligibility criteria

To take part in a semester-based Exchange, you will need to meet certain eligibility criteria both before and after applying through the Global Experiences Team. 

2. Program exclusions

Due to curriculum restrictions, some UQ programs are not suitable for a semester-long exchange.

If you are enrolled in one of the programs listed below, you are not eligible to go on an exchange but may be eligible to participate in a short-term global experience

Undergraduate

  • Bachelor of Dental Science
  • Bachelor of Education*: BEd(Prim) and BEd(Prim)(Hons)
  • Bachelor of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences (unless not taking a major)
  • Bachelor of Music**
  • Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
  • Bachelor of Pharmacy
  • Bachelor of Physiotherapy
  • Bachelor of Speech Pathology
  • Bachelor of Veterinary Science
  • One-year Honours program
  • Diploma of Arts

* BEd(Sec) dual degree program students, please consult with the School of Education to see if a semester of exchange can fit into your program. 

** BMusic students, please consult with the School of Music to see if a semester of exchange can fit into your program. 

Postgraduate and HDR

  • Graduate Certificate (all)
  • Graduate Diploma (all)
  • Graduate Certificate in Finance and Investment Management
  • Master of Audiology Studies
  • Master of Business Analytics
  • Master of Finance and Investment Management
  • Master of Leadership in Service Innovation
  • Master of Social Work Studies 
  • Master of Engineering (32 unit)
  • Master of Chemical Engineering (Professional)
  • Master of Civil Engineering (Professional)
  • Master of Electrical Engineering (Professional)
  • Master of Materials and Manufacturing Engineering (Professional)
  • Master of Mechanical Engineering (Professional)
  • Master of Software Engineering (Professional)
  • Master of Urban Water Engineering (Professional)
  • Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
  • Master of Teaching
  • UQ Doctor of Medicine
  • UQ-Ochsner Doctor of Medicine

Exchange deadlines

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