Hong Kong Baptist University

Key information

Partner Institution: Hong Kong Baptist University

Location: Hong Kong

Dates: 02 - 31 July 2026

Costs: USD 1,520 (approx. A$2,260) (more information can be found below)

Funding:

• A$3,000 Cheung Kong Travel Grants available
• A$10,130 OS-HELP Loans available for eligible students

Application deadline: 18 March 2026

Overview

Experience an unforgettable 4-weeks at our partner university, Hong Kong Baptist University, in vibrant Hong Kong. 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 uncovering Hong Kong’s bustling energy to experiencing the charm of Macau, this program offers a unique blend of world-class education, cultural activities, and opportunities to network with students from around the globe!

Activities and highlights

• Macao Adventure — the Las Vegas of the East, with a Grand Prix Experience
• ​Magical Theme Park Exploration 
• UNESCO World Heritage Sites
• Jungle Night Walk Lit By Fireflies
• Beachside BBQ Party
   

Note: Programme and activities details are subject to change. 

Courses offered

Choose between courses from the following study areas:

• Arts and Humanities
• Business
• Creative Arts
• Communication
• Chinese Medicine
• Science
• Social Sciences
• Languages (Mandarin, Cantonese, Japanese, French, German, Spanish)
   

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

Program cost: USD 1,520 (approx. A$2,260)

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

• On-campus accommodation
• Macau tour
• Theme park access
• 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). Program costs are accurate as of the latest website update and may be subject to change.

Accommodation

Accommodation is included as part of the program cost. You will be staying at the brand new student hostel – Village CARE (Creative Arena for Residential Education) on the Baptist University Road Campus (BURC). This vibrant residential area consists of four blocks, with most units featuring two rooms that can accommodate a total of four students.

Visit HKBU's accommodation website for more details.