North America and Oceania

Québec

Université du Québec a Montreal is a dynamic, open, creative university with an international outreach. It is recognized for the originality and quality of its programs, its cutting-edge research, solidly grounded in social concerns, and its innovation in the arts. Instruction is in French, the minimum level of French proficiency accepted is Intermediate or equivalent to a B2

Australia

Australian Catholic University (ACU) is a multi-campus university (Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Ballarat, Canberra) that empowers students to think critically, ethically and to bring about change in their communities and professions.


Programs

Humanities and Social Sciences. Popular among exchange students are their units in Aboriginal Studies, Asian Studies, Australian Studies, Environmental Science, and Visual and Performing Arts. The language of instruction is English.


Housing

There are many different housing options available: homestay, hostels, long-term student residences, apartment accommodation, private rentals. Detailed housing information will be emailed to all applicants upon acceptance.

General housing information can be viewed on the ACU website


Length of Stay

TERM

DURATION

Fall Semester

July - November

Spring Semester

February - June


Visa Requirements

Cost

Visa Type

Processing Time

From AUD650, unless exempt

Student Visa required for study longer than 3 months.

Average processing time 49 days but can vary, up to 5 months.

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  • You can apply online from outside of Australia, an in-person interview is not required.

Estimated Costs

  • Average weekly expenses- A$275-$520 per week, this includes, accommodations, food, transport, and extras. This does not include initial set-up expenses.
  • For more information on costs, visit the ACU website.