As a Bachelor of Global Studies (BGS) student, you are in a unique position of having overseas study built directly into your course.
You can complete your 18 credit points (minimum) overseas study component through the Monash Global Campus Intensives (MGCI) program, by studying on exchange with a partner university, by studying on intercampus exchange with Monash Malaysia or by completing one or more Arts Study Tours.
Studying overseas will give you the opportunity to gain multiple perspectives on your specialisation while immersing yourself in a new culture and honing your language skills.
Planning your overseas studies
Plan
Start planning your overseas study early (first semester of first year) as most application processes start a year before hopping on the plane. You will need to plan your program around the set cornerstone and capstone units for your specialisation and your core units. Core unit ATS3938 is a study tour that is offered in the Winter Semester for BGS students.
Course advice meeting
Get a course progression check to determine how you should structure your degree. Electives are typically the easiest unit type to complete overseas – be aware of how many electives you have in your degree.
Choose
Choose a program wisely – a good choice can help enhance your employability skills, flexibility and communications skills. Do your research and think outside the box!
Go again
The 18cp for units studied overseas is a minimum only. You can enrol in all the study abroad experiences that fit into your course progression.
Global Scholars Program
The Faculty of Arts is currently reviewing its Global Scholars Program and will relaunch the program in 2026. Please revisit the global scholars site in the new year.