Student exchange programs
Student exchange offers a unique opportunity for self-discovery, as well as broadening educational horizons. La Trobe University encourages all students to include one or two semesters studying overseas as part of their degree program. When studying on exchange, tuition fees are waived at the host institution. The range of countries and exchange partners available under the La Trobe University Exchange Program caters for students from all study areas. Students accepted into the exchange program may receive a generous exchange grant.
FAQ
Why go on student exchange?
- Live in and learn about a different country
- Immerse yourself in another culture and gain a broader understanding of your area of study
- Make new friends and international contacts
- Combine travel and study
- Student Exchange enhances future job prospects.
Where can I go?
- La Trobe has more that 80 partner universities around the world.
- A full list of our partners is available at www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange/partners.html
Am I eligible?
Student exchange is available to all students, including full-fee paying international students, who are enrolled in, and will be eligible to maintain enrolment in La Trobe University award courses, at undergraduate or postgraduate level for the period of exchange. Undergraduate students must have completed the first year of their undergraduate degree course at a satisfactory academic level. Postgraduate students who have been enrolled for approximately one year and who have made satisfactory progress with their research are eligible for selection. Once selected by La Trobe, applicants must also satisfy the admission requirements of the host university.
Will it take longer to finish my studies?
No, most students are able to receive full credit for their semester or year of exchange.
Can I study part-time on exchange?
No, you can apply if you are a part-time student at La Trobe, but you must be enrolled full-time for the period of exchange.
How much does it cost?
- Students selected for exchange may receive a generous exchange grant.
- Students pay their normal fees (HECS-HELP, FEE-HELP, or Full Fees) to La Trobe University for the duration of their exchange and receive a fee waiver from the host university. Travel and living expenses are covered by the student.
- If students receive Youth Allowance or government scholarships they can usually continue to receive these whilst overseas. Information on living costs in each country is available from the International Office.
- OS-HELP is also available. This is a Commonwealth Government loan scheme, which assists eligible undergraduate students to undertake some of their course of study overseas. For more information please visit the following website: www.goingtouni.gov.au.
Where in the World Can You Go?
Asia
Subjects offered in English:
India
- Lady Shri Ram College (female undergraduate students only)
Japan
- Hiroshima University
- Kansai Gaidai University
- Kumamoto Gakuen University
- Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University
- Saga University
- Soka University
Korea
- Yonsei University
Philippines
- The Ateneo de Manila University
Thailand
- Mahidol University
Language prerequisites apply to the following programs:
Japan
- Kyoto Tachibana University
PR China
- South China University of Technology (SCUT)
Europe
Subjects offered in English:
Austria
- FHS Kufstein Tirol School of Business
Denmark
- Aalborg University
- Aarhus University
- Copenhagen Business School
France
- Burgundy School of Business (GSM students only)
- ESSCA Angers
- Institut National des Telecommunications, Evry
- Rennes School of Business
- Rouen School of Business
Finland
- University of Turku
Germany
- Bonn University
- University of Hamburg (Faculty of Economic and Social Sciences)
- University Magdeburg
Cyprus
- University of Cyprus
Ireland
- University of Dublin, Trinity College (School of Social Work)
Italy
- University Carlo Cattaneo (Law & Management)
The Netherlands
- Tilburg University
Norway
- Norwegian School of Management
- Norwegian University of Science & Technology
- University of Oslo
Sweden
- Jönköping International Business School
- Jönköping School of Health Sciences
- Malmö University
- University of Göteborg
- University of Kalmar
- University of Linköping
- University of Lund (Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy)
- University of Örebro
- University of Stockholm
- University of Umeå
United Kingdom
- Lancaster University
- Queen Margaret University College (Scotland) (Media Studies, Podiatry)
- University of Sunderland
- University of Surrey (Tourism & Hospitality)
- University of East Anglia
Language prerequisites apply to the following programs:
Austria
- University of Innsbruck (Tourism & Hospitality)
France
- Universitié Lumiére Lyon 2
Germany
- Fachhochschule Landshut (UAS)
- Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Politik (Economics and Social Sciences)
- University of Bonn
Greece
- Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Italy
- Politecnico di Torino (students from Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering only)
- Udine University
Spain
- University of Barcelona
- University Complutense de Madrid
North America
Subjects offered in English:
Canada
- Carleton University
- McGill University (Commerce only)
- University of Calgary
- University of Guelph
United States of America
- George Mason University
- Iowa State University
- Ithaca College
- State University of New York (SUNY) – Oswego
- Texas Tech University
- University of Alaska – Anchorage
- University of California, at the following campuses: Berkeley, Davis, Irvine, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Diego, Santa Barbara, Santa Cruz
- University of Florida
- University of Oregon
- University of Washington
- University of Wisconsin – La Crosse
- Virginia Tech
- Washington State University
Language prerequisites apply:
Mexico
- Tecnologico de Monterrey, Guadalajara Campus (subjects also available in English)
- Universidad de Guadalajara
South America
Language prerequisites apply:
Argentina
- Universidad Torcuato di Tella
Chile
- Universidad Diego Portales
- Universidad Gabriela Mistral
- Universidad Mayor
Colombia*
- Corporacion Universitaria Aut?noma de Occidente
- Pontifica Universidad Javeriana
- Universidad Externardo de Colombia
- Universidad ICESI
Uruguay
- University of Montevideo
Travel restrictions currently apply. We do not anticipate sending students to these countries/institutions in the near future.
Clinical Placements
Students may be able to carry out their clinical placement abroad. For more information please contact your School/Faculty or contact the International Programs Office.
Short Programs
La Trobe University now has short programs available to students who are time poor or cannot afford to spend an entire semester abroad. Short programs may be partially funded and can allow students to complete a unit of their studies aboard. For more information, please visit www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange