Got questions about UQ Abroad's Exchange Program? Find all the answers in the UQ Abroad FAQs:
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1. THINKING ABOUT APPLYING TO UQ ABROAD
a. How does the exchange program work?
b. Does my degree program allow me to go on exchange through UQ Abroad?
c. Which host university is the best place for me to go on exchange to?
d. How early should I start planning for my exchange?
e. How long can I go on exchange for?
f. Can I go on exchange for longer than a year?
g. Do I have to speak a foreign language to study in a non-English speaking country?
h. Can I still apply for the exchange if I have failed a course?
i. Can I go on exchange to a university not on the partner list?
j. How many exchange places are available?
k. Can I go on exchange in the last semester of my program?
l. Can I go on exchange during the summer?
m. If I am in my first year now can I apply for an exchange next year?
n. When is my UQ Abroad application due?
o. Where do I submit my UQ Abroad application?
2. ACADEMICS
a. How do I know what courses to take at the host university? How do I find courses to take on exchange?
b. How do I prepare a study plan?
c. What if I can’t find course descriptions for my study plan?
d. How many courses do I have to take?
e. Do the grades from my exchange studies count towards my GPA at UQ?
f. If I am doing a double degree do I have to do courses from both faculties?
g. If taking courses towards a dual degree, do I get my courses for exchange approved by both faculties?
h. Can I do my Honours year overseas?
i. Can I go on exchange in a post-graduate degree?
j. Can I get credit for my studies overseas?
k. What if I can’t enrol in my pre-approved courses at the host university?
l. Does going on exchange extend my degree?
3. I’VE APPLIED TO UQ ABROAD... NOW WHAT?
a. After I submit my application, how soon can I get a response?
b. Can I defer my exchange once I have been offered a place?
c. What happens if I don't get into my first preference?
d. What happens if I am not accepted by the host university?
4. FINANCE & FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
a. How much does it cost to go on exchange for one semester?
b. How do I apply for a scholarship?
c. What scholarships are available for students going on exchange?
d. Can I receive Centrelink payments while I’m on exchange?
e. Do I have to pay tuition to the Host University while I’m on exchange?
f. What scholarships are available to postgraduate students on exchange?
g. What scholarships are available to international students on exchange?
5. WHAT HAPPENS NOW THAT I’VE BEEN ACCEPTED BY MY HOST UNIVERSITY?
a. How do I organise accommodation while I’m on exchange?
b. What happens if I go for a semester and want to stay longer?
c. Can I work while on exchange?
d. Do I need to get a student visa? Where do I find information about getting a visa for the country I’m going to?
e. Can I travel before I go on exchange?
f. I’ve been accepted into UQ Abroad, can I buy my plane tickets?
g. How early should I arrive at the host university?
h. What happens when I arrive in my host city?
6. INSURANCE
a. What is a Certificate of Currency?
b. Do I need to buy insurance?
c. How do I fill in the Travel Form?
d. How do I extend the UQ insurance policy?