You are having such a great time that you don’t want to leave!
Exchanges can only be for a maximum of two semesters at any one exchange partner. If you originally planned to stay for one semester, but want to stay for an additional semester, it may be possible to extend your exchange. However, if places are limited at your host university, you will not be permitted to extend.
To extend your exchange for an extra semester (don’t leave it until the last minute!) follow the steps below:
1. Contact the UQ Abroad Office to find out whether it is possible to extend your stay.
2. If you are able to extend your stay, contact your UQ faculty with information about the courses you plan to take the following semester. You will need to get approval from your faculty before the extension can be officially approved.
3. Once additional courses have been approved, UQ Abroad will contact your host university to find out whether you are able to extend your stay.
If you are considering extending your stay, you may also need to:
– Complete another travel form so that you will continue to be covered by the UQ travel and health incsurance. PLEASE NOTE: The period in between semesters is not covered by the UQ insurance, so please purchase additional insurace to cover this period.
– Extend your student visa
– Assess your finances to determine you have sufficient funds for an additional semester
– Apply for an OS-HELP loan, if you are eligible
- Your additional units of enrolment will be organised through UQ Abroad, however, please check your enrolment through Si Net to ensure that you are enrolled in the correct exchange codes
- You will need to complete a new Conditions of Participation with the new exchange dates
Please note: Students who have received an OS-HELP loan must have a minimum of 8 units left to complete on their return to UQ. Please keep this in mind when considering extending your exchange.
And remember, don’t leave it till the last minute!