Australia and New Zealand

Explore Australia or New Zealand by studying abroad.

Studying abroad in Australasia

We have partnered with prestigious universities in this region, with Australia being one of the most popular study abroad destinations.

Our exchange agreements with these universities are flexible, meaning they are open to all subjects at Sussex providing you can find suitable modules.

Universities are available in the following destinations:

• Australia
• New Zealand

Find out how to apply.

Academic programme

The academic year in Australia and New Zealand works differently than in the UK.

If you are applying to study abroad for the full year, you will likely travel in July or August until June of the following year. There will be a break between semesters which may last between one and two months, depending on the university.

If you are studying abroad for a term, you will need to pay close attention to the semester system. For the Autumn term, you will study during their semester 2 (starting in mid-July). For the Spring term, this will be semester 1 (starting in January or February). 

To study in Australia or New Zealand it is important that you pass all your modules at Sussex beforehand. You should avoid any activities (such as summer schools, internships or holidays) that might clash with the start of the semester abroad. Universities in Australia and New Zealand will not allow you to start late or interrupt your studies.

There will be a wide range of modules you can choose from but there could also be some module restrictions. Research this by looking at the information provided for exchange students at the partner university website. You may find specific modules designed for international students, where you can learn more about Australia and New Zealand’s history, culture and language (e.g. Māori studies).

At each of these universities, you will be required to study a minimum number of credits for the year or semester. See the table below for details.

Living costs

Living costs differ greatly depending on the location. Sydney, where the University of Sydney and the University of New South Wales are based, is one of the most expensive cities in the world, whereas Adelaide maybe a more affordable option for some.

Other costs to bear in mind are airfares, medical and travel insurance, accommodation, food, and other living expenses, such as commuting, books and supplies.

You should also budget for any additional costs if you are planning to travel within the country or visit nearby ones.

Accommodation

University-managed accommodation is often an option but not always guaranteed. Alternatively, you may decide to find your own housing in the private sector. If that’s the case, we recommend you travel at least 2-3 weeks before your semester starts. The partner university will have resources available to help you with house hunting.

You will be required to have medical insurance with the Australian or New Zealand university. You will also need extra cover for travel to and from the university. For more information on this please contact the Sussex Abroad team.

Australia

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New Zealand

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