Key information

Partner Institution: Hong Kong Baptist University

Location: Hong Kong

Dates: 2 July - 31 July 2024

Costs: USD 1,500 (approx. A$2,300) (more information can be found below)

Funding:

  • A$1,000 Swinburne Abroad Travel Grants available
  • $9,504 OS-HELP Loans available for eligible students

Application deadline: 17 March 2024

Overview

Experience an unforgettable 4-weeks at our partner university, Hong Kong Baptist University, in vibrant Hong Kong. Immerse yourself in a world-class metropolis where East meets West. You'll spend your winter break immersing yourself into Chinese culture and completing a course of your choosing, where you'll earn credit for 1-2 units and fast-track your degree at Swinburne. Classes are taught in English too!

From UNESCO Global Geopark Tour to Thrilling Theme Park adventure and staycation to exciting 80s roller party, embark on a journey filled with mind-blowing activities. 

Activities and highlights:

  • Disneyland Staycation and Magical Theme Park Adventure
  • Hong Kong UNESCO Global Geopark Boat Tour
  • Indoor roller-skating party
  • Ferry ride and skyline views
  • Jungle adventures, and more!
     

Note: Programme and activities details are subject to change. 

Courses offered

Choose between courses from the following study areas:

  • Arts
  • Business
  • Creative Arts
  • Communication
  • Science
  • Social Sciences

Eligibility criteria

To apply for this program, students must:

  • be enrolled into an Undergraduate degree
  • meet the overseas exchange program eligibility requirements
  • meet any pre-requisites listed by the host institution and for the courses you choose
     

Academic credit

Each course is worth 3 credits each. You can earn 6 credits if you choose two courses.

You are able to take this program as credit for two of your elective units. Alternatively, you may be able to use core units for this program, subject to approval from your Course Director.

Credit equivalence

3 credits at HKBU = 12.5 CP (1 unit) at Swinburne

6 credits = 25 CP (2 units) at Swinburne

Costs

USD 1,500 (approx. A$2,300)

This program cost is paid to the host institution and may include the following:

  • On-campus accommodation
  • Staycation and theme park
  • Activities
  • Admin and visa fees

The host university has further information on their website. 

Note: Tuition fees to the host university are waived for students completing a short-term exchange program at one of our partner universities. You will continue to pay your regular tuition fees to Swinburne while you are on the program.

There may be other program costs incurred outside of tuition fees, including living expenses, airfares, and visas (if applicable). 

Disneyland in Hong Kong

More information about Hong Kong Baptist University

Visit HKBU's website for more information on their short-term Summer program and the courses offered.

Funding

Funding your overseas journey may be easier than you think

Swinburne Abroad Travel Grants

This program has A$1,000 Swinburne Abroad Travel Grants available.

This grant can help offset travel and living expenses for your overseas internship and are available to both Domestic and International UG or PG students. Students can apply for a grant as part of the application process.

OS-HELP Loan

Eligible Australian students can also apply for an Australian Government OS-HELP Loan of up to A$9,504 (depending on your program destination) to help cover costs associated with your overseas program.

For more information on funding and eligibility see Fee Help and Scholarships.

Application

Students must first apply to Swinburne Abroad following the short-term exchange application process. Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis.

Final application deadline: 17 March 2024
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Has this program sparked your interest?

If you'd like to learn more, register your interest to attend an upcoming information session.

Alternatively, you can contact us at exchange@swinburne.edu.au or +61 3 9214 5926.

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