Five reasons to study overseas in 2023

There’s so much to the university experience beyond what you learn in the classroom.

It’s the people you meet, the clubs you join, and the independence you gain.

Travel has become a rite of passage for university students, and Swinburne Abroad is here to help make that a reality.

Read on to find out why studying overseas should be on every student’s 2023 bucket list.

Uni is about more than just uni

Our overseas programs provide you with the opportunity to engage in life-changing experiences while advancing your studies.

When else would have the time and support to spend three months living as a local in a beautiful overseas destination?

Brayden Hunt, a Bachelor of Business (Accounting and Finance) student, completed an exchange program at Swinburne Sarawak in Malaysia.

“It was easily the best decision I’ve made in my life,” he said.

“Kuching is a really good location for other travel around Asia, which I did most weekends!”.

Brayden Hunt, a Bachelor of Business (Accounting and Finance) student says studying at Swinburne Sarawak, Malaysia, was the “best decision I’ve made in my life”.

Students travel cheaper

Don’t let the cost of travel stop you from exploring the world!

There are several funding opportunities to subsidise a study trip overseas.

The OS-HELP Loan could cover more than $8000 depending on the destination and program, added to your HECS-HELP debt to be paid off with the rest of your student loans.

New Colombo Plan mobility grants can help you take up to $5000 off the cost of certain programs in the Indo-Pacific region.

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