Sydney Semester Exchange Program
University of Technology Sydney
University of Technology Sydney
For Program Dates:
Please review the UTS academic calendar
For Course Selections:
See host university website
*For MUJA Dates and Deadlines:
See our Application Instructions page
Please review the UTS academic calendar
For Course Selections:
See host university website
*For MUJA Dates and Deadlines:
See our Application Instructions page
© Bbofdon | Dreamstime.com - Sydney Harbour Panorama
Sydney is the largest city in Australia, situated in a warm climate. The city is culturally diverse, with plenty of places to shop and eat. Macquarie University is only about half an hour to downtown Sydney or nearby beaches. The location is great for students and other young people, and the public transportation makes getting around easy, convenient, and inexpensive. The international student community in Sydney is rivaled by few cities in the world. The city's long history of immigration has had a lasting impact on the metropolitan area, now boasting the second-largest immigrant population of any major world city. First settled in 1788 by Arthur Phillip in the name of the British Empire as a colony for exiled prisoners, Sydney now boasts a population of over four million people. With an urban area comparable in size to London, the citizens of Sydney sprawl out over the coastal land that has been home to Aborigines for over 40,000 years. This mixture of new and old can be seen in the rich history throughout the city and is exhibited in many of its world-class museums that will be easily accessible to you as a student.
The skyline of Sydney Harbor is intermingled with several parks, providing a haven from the sometimes hectic city life and offering a change of scenery for those overwhelmed by the confines of the city. When exploring the city, one may come across internationally recognized landmarks such as the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbor Bridge, which looms over Port Jackson, the largest natural port in the world. With features such as these, it is no wonder why visitors flock to this Australian gem year after year and it is no surprise that the city of Sydney acted as host to the 2000 Summer Olympics in the then-newly-constructed Sydney Olympic Park.
No stranger to sports, Sydney also lays claim as the Major Rugby League center of the world, with its Sydney Roosters now in their 99th season after becoming a team in 1908. If rugby is not your game of choice, you are sure to find something to quench your thirst for activity on one of Sydney's many world renowned beaches.
The skyline of Sydney Harbor is intermingled with several parks, providing a haven from the sometimes hectic city life and offering a change of scenery for those overwhelmed by the confines of the city. When exploring the city, one may come across internationally recognized landmarks such as the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbor Bridge, which looms over Port Jackson, the largest natural port in the world. With features such as these, it is no wonder why visitors flock to this Australian gem year after year and it is no surprise that the city of Sydney acted as host to the 2000 Summer Olympics in the then-newly-constructed Sydney Olympic Park.
No stranger to sports, Sydney also lays claim as the Major Rugby League center of the world, with its Sydney Roosters now in their 99th season after becoming a team in 1908. If rugby is not your game of choice, you are sure to find something to quench your thirst for activity on one of Sydney's many world renowned beaches.
You may earn up to 12 credit hours for each semester of academic work completed abroad, nine hours of which may be Journalism specialty area credit credit.
Course credit transfers to MU as pass/fail.
Although you are guaranteed to receive credit for successfully completed courses, you must work with your advisors to get pre-approval for how the courses you take might fulfill specific degree requirements. Follow this link to schedule an appointment with your academic advisor.
Course credit transfers to MU as pass/fail.
Although you are guaranteed to receive credit for successfully completed courses, you must work with your advisors to get pre-approval for how the courses you take might fulfill specific degree requirements. Follow this link to schedule an appointment with your academic advisor.
Undergraduate applicants with a minimum GPA of 3.0 who have completed either J4200 (Principles of Strategic Communication) or J4180 (Newsroom Content Creation). Applicants who will complete one of these courses in the semester/term preceding the term for which they are applying will be considered for conditional acceptance to the program.
All students must be in good academic standing. If an applicant has a GPA below a 3.0, a letter of appeal should be included with their application.
Applicants should compose a well-constructed resume highlighting technical skills for use in the professional placement process. Students should also consider developing a portfolio to provide, if requested.
All students must be in good academic standing. If an applicant has a GPA below a 3.0, a letter of appeal should be included with their application.
Applicants should compose a well-constructed resume highlighting technical skills for use in the professional placement process. Students should also consider developing a portfolio to provide, if requested.
MU attempts to make the costs of studying abroad affordable for you. Generally, study abroad experiences cost a bit more than a semester at MU. But time abroad includes new experiences, cultures, and languages that you are investing in, which often require expenditures on housing, flights, and other program related costs. It's highly recommended that you outline a budget for yourself of what you would spend during a semester here at MU and compare it to study abroad costs. Because this is an exchange program, you will pay MU educational fees (12 or 15 credits) as if you were here on campus for the semester. In addition, you will also pay an MU Study Abroad fee to cover MU orientation, ISIC card, administration, and assistance. Additional expenses to consider for this program include international airfare, personal transportation, insurance, on-site housing costs and other miscellaneous expenses.
Program Costs*
Total Program Costs: $1,807.3
Program Fee, Insurance, and Study Abroad Administration Fee
(Note: Total Program Costs do not include tuition)
Breakdown of total fee:
Program Fee: $1,250
MU Mandatory International Health Insurance (GeoBlue): $300
MU Study Abroad Administration Fee: $257.30
Additional Costs
Students will also be responsible for regular tuition and required educational fees associated with 12 or 15 credit hours. For specific fee information, visit the Cashier's website.
Personal Expenditure Estimates:
Round-trip Airfare: $2,000 - $2,500
Housing $2,250 (UTS Housing)
Meals (weekly) $100 - $125
Transportation (weekly) $20
Singaporean Visa: Prices vary. Check host country embassy website for details
Please note that these expenses do not include vacation travel or sightseeing. The amounts listed are estimated costs based on current exchange rates and on the information provided to us by institutional partners and past participants. Depending on your personal spending habits, you may spend more or less than the figures provided
Program Costs*
Total Program Costs: $1,807.3
Program Fee, Insurance, and Study Abroad Administration Fee
(Note: Total Program Costs do not include tuition)
Breakdown of total fee:
Program Fee: $1,250
MU Mandatory International Health Insurance (GeoBlue): $300
MU Study Abroad Administration Fee: $257.30
Additional Costs
Students will also be responsible for regular tuition and required educational fees associated with 12 or 15 credit hours. For specific fee information, visit the Cashier's website.
Personal Expenditure Estimates:
Round-trip Airfare: $2,000 - $2,500
Housing $2,250 (UTS Housing)
Meals (weekly) $100 - $125
Transportation (weekly) $20
Singaporean Visa: Prices vary. Check host country embassy website for details
Please note that these expenses do not include vacation travel or sightseeing. The amounts listed are estimated costs based on current exchange rates and on the information provided to us by institutional partners and past participants. Depending on your personal spending habits, you may spend more or less than the figures provided
The financial aid you normally receive for your classes at MU is usually applicable. Please visit with your Financial Aid Advisor at the MU Student Financial Aid Office (11 Jesse Hall) to explore your financial aid options: 573-882-7506.
In addition, the School of Journalism offers need-based travel scholarships each semester and you can also apply for additional scholarships through the MU International Center (Memorial Union). Watch our website, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook for special program scholarship announcements each semester.
Finally, check out our special page on Funding Your Experience for more information including links to our MU Journalism Abroad Travel Scholarship, MUJA Travel Writer Scholarship, external scholarship options, and Steps to Apply for Financial Aid.
In addition, the School of Journalism offers need-based travel scholarships each semester and you can also apply for additional scholarships through the MU International Center (Memorial Union). Watch our website, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook for special program scholarship announcements each semester.
Finally, check out our special page on Funding Your Experience for more information including links to our MU Journalism Abroad Travel Scholarship, MUJA Travel Writer Scholarship, external scholarship options, and Steps to Apply for Financial Aid.
We have recently altered our application process and are fully paper-based. Information regarding our full process can be found on the "How to Apply" page, which can be accessed via the navigation window or by clicking the button below.
Please remember to hand in all items by the deadline for your individual program.
Please remember to hand in all items by the deadline for your individual program.
Drew Dumas and Daniella Ricciardi are full-time journalism study abroad student advisors. You can schedule an appointment through MU Connect. Please direct program specific inquiries to their email addresses:
[email protected]
[email protected]
Our office is located at 280 Gannett Hall.
For more information, please visit our Contact page.
[email protected]
[email protected]
Our office is located at 280 Gannett Hall.
For more information, please visit our Contact page.
