Student Exchange

The ANU Student Mobility Program (SMP) offers you the opportunity to study overseas at any one of the universities with which the ANU has established a formal exchange agreement. The study undertaken abroad is credited towards your ANU degree and usually allows you to complete your degree in the standard length of time required.

Participating in the SMP is a fantastic way to discover the world and other cultures and to open new possibilities in any chosen career. An overseas exchange will enrich your life both professionally and personally and will be a life-changing and unforgettable experience.

Most undergraduate and postgraduate students enrolled at ANU are eligible to go on an exchange. There are a number of criteria which determine whether your application will be accepted.

You should also be aware of the conditions relating to exchanges, especially the faculty specific exchange programs.

Criteria and conditions

Two Exchange Nomination rounds are held each year, usually in April and September. The process normally begins 12 months ahead of your anticipated departure date because it can take considerable time to finalise.

Application process

Information Sessions

IARU Global Summer Program

The GSP will provide opportunities for students from member universities to take part in intensive short courses coinciding with the northern hemisphere summer break.

The Australian National University has student exchange agreements with leading institutions around the world.

ANU Exchange Partners

Faculties and Colleges also have specific arrangements with overseas institutions and specific conditions for their students.

Faculty Exchange Partners

Law Exchanges

Business and Economics Exchanges

The cost of going on exchange is covered by the student, the university, and in some cases, a bursary or scholarship. Go to the Costs page to find out more about:

• Tuition fees
• Travel and living expenses
• Youth Allowance
• Scholarships
• OS-HELP 

The best way to get your questions answered is to attend an Information Session.

Do you need more convincing? Check out the stories of students who have been on exchange.

Or simply get in touch with Exchange staff.