Surrounded by iconic Australian bushland with a bustling city centre, Canberra has all the benefits of both big city and small-town living. Not only is the city famous for museums and galleries, world-class dining and entertainment, Canberra is known for its inclusive community and diversity, with a quarter of the city’s population born overseas. Close to Sydney, snow fields, national parks and beaches, it’s easy to see why the nation’s capital has repeatedly earned the title of Australia’s Most Liveable City. The University of Canberra has been ranked in the top one per cent of young universities worldwide (THE YUR 2022), placed number one in the world for reducing inequalities for two consecutive years (THE Impact Rankings 2021, 2022), and ranked number one in the ACT for full-time employment and teaching quality (GUG 2022).
It will not be possible to complete a year abroad at this University if you have any assessments, such as supplementary or deferred exams, during the August assessment period at Swansea University.
WHO CAN STUDY HERE?
Swansea has a ‘university-wide’ partnership with this university which means that it is open to all subject areas except for History, Classics, English Literature/Language, Criminology, Sociology, Economics, Philosophy, Engineering, Computer Science, Maths, Geography or Physics.
Spaces are not guaranteed, can be limited and all students on a semester/year abroad programme are subject to a university-wide, competitive selection process.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
ACADEMIC YEAR: Runs July to May.
COSTS: The cost of living in Canberra will vary depending on your chosen accommodation and your lifestyle. Canberra has a living costs page where there is further information.
VISA: You will need a Student visa and will be required to provide financial evidence of at least AUS$31,710, based on the 2024-2025 academic year. (subject to change). The visa application fee is approx. AUS$1600. Your host university will provide you with more information about the application process and more information is available on the Australian Government website. You must allow enough time to complete the visa application and for your visa to be sent to you. There can be significant delays so please do not leave this until the last minute as you cannot travel to Australia without it.
ACCOMMODATION: UC offers a wide range of guaranteed on-campus accommodation options to international exchange students. There are also off-campus options and the option to live in Global Learning Accomodation with other exchange students.
HEALTH INSURANCE: You will be required to purchase Overseas Student Health Cover for your time at Canberra. They will provide more information on acceptance.
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