Winter Program at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
University Cattolica del Sacro Cuore in Milan, a global fashion and design hub, is the perfect backdrop for a study abroad experience filled with cultural exploration. Enrich your CV with this short-term program in Italy's ultimate student destination!
Università Cattolica's winter courses are ideal to get a taste of Italy while studying in a traditional Italian educational context.
Field of Study
- Business
- Marketing
- Sustainability
- Environmental studies
- Sports Health
- For more detailed information about these courses, go to the host university website.
Credit Equivalent
6 ECTS = 2 UQ Units. Maximum of 2 UQ Units if 6 ECTS are 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. Find more Italian visa information: Post-admissions for Non-WU students
Eligibility and Application
All applicants must meet the UQ short-term experience eligibility criteria and Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore entry requirements.
Applying - apply as a Direct Applicant
Course list
ZXP322 - Personal Branding: Impact, Influence and Effectiveness in the Workplace
- Start date: 07 January 2026
- End date: 23 January 2026
- 3-weeks
ZXP323 - Green Management and Sustainability
- Start date: 19 January 2026
- End date: 30 January 2026
- 2-weeks
ZXW186 - Effective Approaches to Sports Performance and Health Enhancement
- Start date: 19 January 2026
- End date: 30 January 2026
- 2-weeks
Find more information regarding the above courses can be found: Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
Cost
The participation mode of this experience is Study Abroad, meaning you pay tuition directly to the host.
Tuition fees are approximately $2,750 AUD and the application fee is approximately $133 AUD. More information regarding fees can be found on the host university website.
The program fees include:
- Enrolment fee (80€)
- 44 contact hours
- Academic site visits
- Study material
- Transcript of records
- Access to campus facilities (students’ restaurant, libraries, health center, etc).
- Students service team support
- Orientation
- Welcome activities and welcome lunch
- Buddy (optional)
Accommodation
Università Cattolica can provide accommodation through Milano International Living Service (MIL Service) should students request it.
For more accommodation information, please see the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore - Housing.
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: 24 September 2025
Host: 1 November 2025
Program Dates
Refer to the Courses tab.
Fast Facts
Type: Study
Mode: Study abroad
Location: Milan, Italy (In-person)
Credit: For credit or Not-for-credit
Cohort: Undergraduate and 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.
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.