Overseas short programs
Looking for a way to gain international exposure without committing to an entire semester abroad?
La Trobe University offers an array of exciting short programs that allow you to earn credits while experiencing different cultures.
These short programs are typically undertaken during your winter or summer break, ensuring they won't extend the duration of your degree. Broaden your horizons and make the most of your semester breaks by embracing the global experiences La Trobe University offers through its diverse range of short programs.
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* Please use this information below as a guide only to the types of programs that are available to La Trobe University students.
Potential Overseas Short Programs Partner List [PDF 186.3 KB]
Explore the Featured Programs
Discover India Like Never Before! 
"Reimagining India" is your ticket to 2 weeks of immersive experiential learning in the most diverse place on Earth.
It's open for applications RIGHT NOW!
Exclusive Offer for LTU Students Great news for La Trobe University students - this incredible journey is FREE for you (subject to meeting the NCP eligibility)! You only need to cover your airfare and a small $500 deposit.
Funding Opportunities Eligible domestic undergraduate students can apply for the $3000 New Colombo Plan grants to support your journey.
Program Dates Mark your calendars for the upcoming funded programs.
| Intake | Program Length | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| One | 2nd December – 16th December, 2023 | 8th September , 2023 |
| Two | 2nd February– 16th February, 2024 | 13th October , 2023 |
Learn more about the program [PDF 2.3 MB]
For additional information, contact studyabroad@latrobe.edu.au
CIS Australia Programs 
We're thrilled to invite you to CISaustralia’s upcoming information session.
Event Details: “Summer Study with a Hint of Snow” Zoom Information Session
Date: 15th September @ 12pm AEST
By attending, you'll have a chance to win a $50 Westfield shopping card!
| Program Length | Location | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| 2 January - 15 February 2024 | Auckland, New Zealand | 30 October 2023 |
| 3 January - 20 January 2024 | Florence, Italy | 31 October 2023 |
| 4 January - 20 January 2024 | London, England | 27 October 2023 |
| 3 January - 20 January 2024 | Maastricht, The Netherlands | 31 October 2023 |
| 6 January - 20 January 2024 | Tokyo, Japan | 10 November 2023 |
| 2 January - 25 January 2024 | Vancouver, Canada | 3 November 2023 |
Please see CIS Australia's website for a list of courses, deadlines, and contact details.
China Study Tour 2023 
Culture, Language and Society In-country Program: China
Immerse yourself in the captivating realms of Culture, Language, and Society with the extraordinary HUS2/3ISB China Instance (Weeks 45-51) program. Set out on an unforgettable expedition in Nov-Dec 2023, diving into China's dynamic culture and society while earning 15 credit points. Experience the heart of Chongqing and Chengdu cities on this study tour, cultivating intercultural connections between Australian and Chinese students.
All undergraduates are welcome;
Mandatory completion of the HSK2 language proficiency test.
Estimated Cost (in addition to HECS subject fee): $2500
La Trobe students will benefit from a Mobility Grant to reduce the Cost.
Our host university provides a lot more benefits. Find out more about the tour [PDF 213.2 KB]
Secure your spot by applying before September 30, 2023.
To participate in the program without seeking credit points, please apply via
https://www.latrobe.edu.au/confucius-institute/china-study-tours/ACSF
https://www.latrobe.edu.au/confucius-institute/china-study-tours/ACSF/apply
For additional information, contact Dr Yangbin Chen, Senior Lecturer & Coordinator, Chinese Studies.
- To ensure the subjects you study on an Overseas Short Program are credited back to your La Trobe University degree, you will need to request pre-credit approval. This can be achieved by submitting the Global Experience Credit Approval (GECA) Form.
- GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date
- If approval has already been granted from the Work Base Learning team, GECA is not required.
Internships
Short term programs
Please use this information below as a guide only to the types of programs that are available to La Trobe University students.
Partner program
These are winter and summer short programs held at a La Trobe University exchange partner university. Students are required to make an application directly to La Trobe Abroad, who will nominate you to the University. To participate on these programs students require a minimum weighted average of 65%. An academic transcript is to be submitted with the short program application.
La Trobe Academic-led program
La Trobe Schools facilitate a number of short term programs and study tours each year. These programs are led by a La Trobe academic or arranged by the School in coordination with an affiliated international institution. As these may change each year please contact your School office for more information.
Third Party short programs
Short term study programs coordinated through approved third-party providers. La Trobe University has developed strong relationships with ISEP, CIS Australia, ACICIS, EcoLife, Projects Abroad and Work The World who facilitate various international academic and internship programs each year. Students participating in these programs are eligible to receive a mobility grant. Students are required to submit an online Overseas Short Programs application, with School approval, to La Trobe Abroad before confirming registration or paying fees to the external organisation.
Partner university programs
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Students approved for an Overseas Short Program with an Exchange Partner will receive a $1000 Mobility Grant.
Domestic students participating in an Exchange Partner Short Program are eligible to apply for the limited $1000 Student Mobility Assistance Scholarship (SMAS) [Word 98 KB]. Applications are assessed on a rolling basis and must demonstrate experiencing financial disadvantage.
Host University/Country | Program name and dates | Open to | LTU application deadline | Host institution application deadline | Program cost to host |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kwansei Gakuin Univeristy - Japan | Intensive Japanese Language and Culture Study Program (winter program ) KCU Winter School 29th Jan - 16 Feb 2024 | TBA | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | 31 Oct 2023 for the language program 5 Oct 2023 for the winter school program | Visit the website for further information |
| Akita International University | Akita International Summer Program | All students | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | March 10 2023 | Visit the website for further information |
| Chinese University of Hong Kong | 25 Jun - 2 Aug (July session) 6 Aug - 26 Aug (Aug session) | All Students | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | 30 April (July session) 31 May (August session) | 5% early bird discount if you apply by 31 March (July session) and 30 April (August session) |
| Singapore Management University | Waiting on updated information from partner for 2023 courses | Business students | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | TBA | Application fee: SGD 150 Tuition fee: SGD 3,210 for one course SGD 5,350 for two courses Miscellaneous fee: SGD 230 (covers IT services, matriculation fee, and SMU Student's Medical Insurance insurance) *10% discount on tuition fees for LTU students |
| University of Bayreuth | Waiting on updated information from partner for 2023 courses | Law, humanities, business, and science | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | TBA | €710 |
| Rikkyo University | Online Short Term Intensive Program Summer 1 - 10 July - 19 July 2023 | Japanese Language students | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | Summer 1 - 10 May 2023 Summer 2 - 24 May 2023 | 50,000 JPY |
| Taylor's University (Malaysia) | Malaysian Culture, Heritage and Gastronomy 6 August - 19 August | Hospitality and Event Management Students. | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | 31 May 2023 | $1,400 USD - all-inclusive except for daily living expenses and airfares. |
| National University of Singapore | Session A- 19 June - 7 July | All students | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | End of March to Mid April 2023 | Refer to website |
| CETT University of Barcelona | Waiting on updated information from partner for 2023 courses | Business, Tourism and Hospitality students | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | TBA | All the information about the prices can be found here. |
| HWR Berlin | Summer & Winter School - 2023 | Business & Law | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | Winter School closes - Summer School closes 1 April 2023 | Package price €330 |
| University of Gothenburg | Summer School for Sustainability 2023 3 July - 4 August 2023 | You must be nominated by La Trobe’s Study Abroad team in the first instance for this program. Please contact the team at studyabroad@latrobe.edu.au to ask to be nominated. Please be aware of nomination and application deadlines | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | 1 March - 31 March 2023 | |
| Universita Cattolica del Scro Cuore | Summer Programmes 2023 | You must be nominated by La Trobe’s Study Abroad team in the first instance for this program. Please contact the team at studyabroad@latrobe.edu.au to ask to be nominated. Please be aware of nomination and application deadlines | Nomination deadline - April 1st 2023 | ||
| Tilburg University | 3- 14 July 2023 | All Students | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | Various - refer to the partner website | 10% Discount applies. |
IESEG School of Management - France | Business & Law | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | Various - refer to the partner website | ||
| Copenhagan Business School | 27 June - 13 July | You must be nominated by La Trobe’s Study Abroad team in the first instance for this program. Please contact the team at studyabroad@latrobe.edu.au to ask to be nominated. Please be aware of nomination and application deadlines. | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | The nomination deadline is February 20th 2023 | |
| Aarhus University | Summer Program | You must be nominated by La Trobe’s Study Abroad team in the first instance for this program. Please contact the team at studyabroad@latrobe.edu.au to ask to be nominated. Please be aware of nomination and application deadlines | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | 16th Jan - 15th March 2023 | |
| Kyushu University | Summer Program 2023 6 July - 3 August | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | 28 February 2023 | ||
| ACICIS | 2023 New Colombo Plan Mobility Program Funded programs | - Business - Sustainable Tourism - Public Health - Development Studies Immersion - International Relations Program | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | Various - see website | NCP Funded |
| University of Stirling | International Summer School Block 1: 3 June - 1 July Block 2: 1 July - 29 July | All Students | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | 3 April 2023 | |
| ESSCA - Paris School of Management | 12 June - 7 July 2023 | You must be nominated by La Trobe’s Study Abroad team in the first instance for this program. Please contact the team at studyabroad@latrobe.edu.au to ask to be nominated. Please be aware of nomination and application deadlines | Nominations by 1 April 2023 | ||
| Nanyang Technological University | Summer Program 2023 | You must be nominated by La Trobe’s Study Abroad team in the first instance for this program. Please contact the team at studyabroad@latrobe.edu.au to ask to be nominated. Please be aware of nomination and application deadlines | Nominations by 15 March 2023 Applications end 31 March 2023 | ||
| University of Surrey | Summer School 10 July - 21 July | ENTREPRENEURSHIP THINKING WITH ENGLISH This course has an enriching curriculum covering theory and practice, complemented by sessions focused on developing presentation skills for non-English speakers and the opportunity to visit a UK company to see entrepreneurship skills in action. Topics include:
| GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | 1850GBP includes accommodation onsite | |
| Lancaster University | Summer School 10 July - 28 July Cultural Experience 21 Aug - 8 Sept Learn More | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | 17 April 2023 |
LTU Academic-Led Programs
Please note: There may be additional study tours running within the School or Department, so please also enquire with your Professors in the event they are aware of other options.
| Host University/Country | Program name and dates | Open to | LTU application deadline | Host institution application deadline | Program cost | Student places available |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | Culture, Language and Society In-country Program- China [PDF 213.2 KB] | Open to ALL UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS | 30 September 2023 | For additional information, contact Dr Yangbin Chen Senior Lecturer & Coordinator, Chinese Studies E: yangbin.chen@latrobe.edu.au T: 9479-2416 Office: HU3-210 | $2500 (Mobility Grant available) | Limited |
| Greece | Connecting with Language and Culture in Greece 30 Nov – 23 Dec 2023 | Open to ALL UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS | EOI Close: 31 July 2023 | For additional information, contact Dr Stavroula (Stephie) Nikoloudis Lecturer & Coordinator, Greek Studies E: s.nikoloudis@latrobe.edu.au | $6000 Mobility Grant and an additional Subsidy are available | Limited |
Primary Health Care Nursing (NSG3PHN)-Nepal | Clinical Placements with Projects Abroad | LTU Nursing/Midwifery students: Proposed placements include Patam Community Based Rehab, Nutritional Rehab Home and MSPN AIDs/HIV family assistance | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | Please visit the Nursing & Midwifery LMS site for details about applying and more information. | See LMS site; approximately $2,650 plus airfares | 40 students split between multiple groups |
| Primary Health Care Nursing (NSG2PHN) - Cambodia & Nepal | Clinical Placements with Projects Abroad Please visit subject LMS site for more details regarding dates etc. | Nursing students | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | Please liaise with Maria Murphy in Nursing. | Mobility grants available. | Limited |
Women's Health and Rights in the Philippines: Multidisciplinary Approaches | LTU Study Tour | All Students | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | For more info: | Approx: $2000, plus airfare and personal expenses | Limited |
Global Education Practicum, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | Professional Experience Placements with The Global Student in Ministry of Education Schools | Teacher Education students in 3rd or 4th year Bachelor degrees or Masters level who have completed one placement in Australia Placements are in Ministry of Education Schools | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | Please email for details about applying and more information. | Approx $3,000 plus airfares $2000 Endeavour Grant funding for selected Masters level students in 2018 program $3000 NCP Funding for Bachelor level students | 10-15 students *3 times each year (i.e. 30 -45 students per year) |
Engineering & Tech Science or Humanities, Health, Education, Business | LTU Study Tour | All Undergrad and Postgrad students – Multi-discipline | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | Must attend info session and apply - Register | TBA – Mobility Grants available | Limited |
| ZOO3HIF - Heron Island Field Course | LTU Study Tour | Students will a background in physiology or ecology. | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | Click here for further details Travis Dutka (t.dutka@latrobe.edu.au) | Approx. $1850 | 11 |
| HUS2ISB - International Study Tour - Drimolen Field School - South Africa | Week 23 - 21 | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | Click here for further details Contact Any Herries for further details a.herries@latrobe.edu.au | Mobility Grants available | 10 |
CISaustralia Programs
UPCOMING JANUARY 2024 PROGRAMS
| Program Length | Location | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| 2 January - 15 February 2024 | Auckland, New Zealand | 30 October 2023 |
| 3 January - 20 January 2024 | Florence, Italy | 31 October 2023 |
| 4 January - 20 January 2024 | London, England | 27 October 2023 |
| 3 January - 20 January 2024 | Maastricht, The Netherlands | 31 October 2023 |
| 6 January - 20 January 2024 | Tokyo, Japan | 10 November 2023 |
| 2 January - 25 January 2024 | Vancouver, Canada | 3 November 2023 |
Please see CIS Australia's website for a list of courses, deadlines, and contact details.
ACICIS Programs
Last Call Reminder: Join Summer 2024 Programs with New Colombo Plan Grants!
As of now, we still have several spaces open for adventurous and intellectually enriching experiences in Summer 2024. The best part is that you have a chance to avail yourself of the New Colombo Plan grants, providing financial support to make your dream journey abroad a reality.
Don't let this chance slip away! Take the leap and embark on a journey of a lifetime. Apply now and secure your spot before it's too late.
Deadline Extended to 13 August 2023.
For more information and to submit your application, please visit our website at ACICIS. If you have any questions or require assistance, feel free to reach out to our dedicated support team at enquiries@acicis.edu.au.
EcoLife (Vets in the Wild etc.)
Host/Country | Program Name and Dates | Open To | LTU application deadline | Host institution applications deadline | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EcoLife, South Africa | Vets in the Wild Nov-Dec | Wildlife and Conservation Students | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | Contact via email | US$4980.00 |
Projects Abroad
| Host/Country | Program Name and Dates | Dates | Open To | LTU application deadline | Host institution applications deadline | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Projects Abroad-Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, South Pacific and Latin America | Teaching Placements, Clinical Placements, Animal Care and other Experiences | Year Round | University-wide | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | Applications | A$3,000-5,000 depending on length |
*Programs to ‘Shanghai International Studies University’ are no longer approved for credit or mobility grants.
*Inclusions within program costs will vary from program to program. Ensure you check with the individual institutions exactly what is included in the program cost.
^If you require an alternative version of this document, please contact us.
Virtual programs
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This list of virtual programs will be updated continually as new programs become available from our partners.
La Trobe Abroad Mobility Grants are available for approved virtual programs.
| Host organisation | Program name | Program dates | Open to | La Trobe application deadline | Host organisation deadline | Program cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
The Global Student | Remote Global Internships | Varied, during semester or summer break | Architecture, Business, | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | Rolling basis – See website or ask LTA | ~$1550 - $2250 | |
WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management | Multiple 4-week courses which commence January 3 until December 11, 2022 | MBA students | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | 8 weeks before classes start | No tuition fee for nominated students | ||
| Virtual Study Tours |
| All students | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | Please check the website ahead of each intake. | Free for eligible students | ||
| Sophia University Tokyo | Sophia Online January 2023 | 10th January 2023 - 30 January 2023 | All students | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | 5.00pm 27 November 2022 | JPY 122,000 - JPY 258,000 Depending on the number of courses chosen | |
Clinical placements
Please use this information as a guide only to the types of programs that are available to La Trobe University students.
Please see below a list of partner universities that currently hold a mobility agreement with La Trobe University. These partners provide clinical placement opportunities for La Trobe students.
| Host University, Organisation or Clinic | Country | Available to La Trobe students studying and Year Level: | La Trobe contact | Estimated Costs | Number of Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karolinska University | Sweden | Midwifery students Year 2 MID2PCN and Year 4, MID4CCB Students will need to be selected by the School in the first instance. | Sharon Mumford | $5,000 | 2 per program |
| Nursing Cultural Exchange-Chinese U of HK and Hong Kong Polytechnic | Hong Kong | B. Nursing (NSG3CEL) | TBC | $4,000 | 2 per program |
| Singapore Cultural Exchange and Placement | Singapore | B. Nursing (NSG3CEL) | TBC | $4,000 | 16 students |
| Community Health in Malaysia-PACOS Trust | Malaysia | Public Health, Nursing, maybe others | Melanie Bish | $5,000 | up to 10 students |
| Learn to Live Clinical Placement | Indonesia | B. Nursing (NSG3CEL) or NSG2NCI for pathway | TBC | $4,000 | Up to 10 students |
| Occupational Therapy Placement tours | India and Vietnam | OT students for OCT5MSP | Tracy Fortune | ||
| Physiotherapy Placements | Varied; examples Cambodia, Italy, Denmark, Canada | Usually in later years | Janet McConville | ||
| Paramedicine Placements | USA, UK, Canada, India, N.Z., other as available from time to time | B. Paramedic Practice with Honours | Dr. Susan Furness | ||
| Social Work Placements | Fiji, Philippines, Cambodia | Bachelor of Human Services/Master of Social Work students | Natasha Long | ||
| Speech Pathology Placements | Cambodia | Speech Pathology/Audiology students | Chyrisse Heine | ||
| Community Engagement Allied Health | Vietnam | ALH3CEE subject (Health Science students) | Carolyn Taylor | ||
| Sports Physiotherapy placements | Varied; examples: Qatar, Netherlands | Master of Sports Physio students | Henry Wajswelner |
Below is an alternate option for Health Science students who might want an international experience outside your clinical hours:
| Host University/Country | Program name and dates | Open to | La Trobe University application deadline | Host institution application deadline | Student places available | Program cost to host |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Work the World, Ghana, Nepal, Philippines, Tanzania, Peru, and Sri Lanka (see note below**) | Individualised placements year-round | Health Science disciplines Nursing, Midwifery, OT, Physio etc. | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date | Contact them | Open | Varies based on location and length: see website |
Projects Abroad- 30 countries across Asia, Africa, and South America | Various health science disciplines including OT, Physiotherapy, Nursing, Midwifery , Public Health, Dentistry, Speech Pathology | GECA Application Form due 6-8 weeks before the program start date . | Closed | A$2715 - $5770 |
**Please note, these experiences rarely count as Clinical Placement hours, but are more likely to be counted for meeting particular tasks required of your clinical skills record book. The mobility grant will therefore be the standard Short Program amount, not clinical placement amount and only if you are able to get credit/mandatory component of degree approval.