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Outgoing student exchange program

What is an exchange?

La Trobe University has an active and expanding program of reciprocal student exchanges. Participating students have the opportunity to study full-time at an overseas university, and undertake a program of study, which may be credited towards their La Trobe University degree.

How will I benefit?

Students who study overseas will experience a new academic environment, gain insight into a different culture and may learn to communicate in another language. On a personal level, they gain maturity, a sense of independence and self-knowledge.

Read our profile from a returning exchange student.

Am I eligible?

All students applying for exchange must meet with the Faculty Study Abroad and Exchange Advisor before beginning their application to have their eligibility assessed. To make an appointment contact Rowan Tuttleby on r.tuttleby@latrobe.edu.au

Students must have successfully completed one semester of their degree at La Trobe University at the time of application and must have a course average grade of 65+.

Please note: Some universities require a higher course grade average.

Where can I go?

The following is a list of some of the countries that students from the Faculty of Law and Management may choose from. There are over 90 host universities on our full Exchange Partner list in more than 30 countries and most of them offer units in English:

Will it lengthen my course duration?

No, not usually. Most students are able to plan their exchange program with their course advisor so that they receive full advanced standing for their semester of exchange. It is every student's responsibility to make sure you have an approved study plan before you leave Australia. This will ensure that you get advanced standing towards your La Trobe University degree for the units you study overseas.

Specific FLM requirements:

All FLM students: It is advisable that you complete your core units at La Trobe University and your electives while on exchange.

Law students: Please note that you MUST undertake your electives while on exchange, not core units of study.

Sport, Tourism and Hospitality Management students: Please note that your school policy only allows you to undertake one semester on student exchange, not a whole academic year.

Costs:

In most cases, tuition fees are waived at the host university and students pay their normal fees (CSP or full fees) to La Trobe University for the duration of the exchange.

OS-Help is now available. It is a government funded loan scheme for students doing part of their degree overseas. For further information, visit: www.goingtouni.gov.au

A generous exchange grant is also offered by La Trobe University to help defray the costs of travel and insurance.

What next?

For more information and to have your eligibility confirmed, make an appointment with Rowan Tuttleby, the Faculty Student Exchange Advisor by emailing r.tuttleby@latrobe.edu with your student number and preferred days and times.

For further information, please visit the La Trobe University student exchange website at: www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange/