BEX3723/BEX5723 Study Tour to Slovenia
BEX3723/BEX5723 Study Tour to Slovenia
- Program Overview
- Program Related Expenses
- Grants, Loans and Scholarships
- How to Apply
- Sample itinerary
This unit may count as a capstone or an elective unit in your undergraduate or graduate degree.
Selected students will be enrolled in unit BEX3723 or BEX5723 for the T2-58 teaching period. This unit may count towards your postgraduate or undergraduate degree as a major, capstone, or elective unit.
Engage directly with international business in the heart of Europe through this immersive study tour to Slovenia, designed by the University of Ljubljana’s School of Economics and Business. This program brings theory to life through company visits, focused academic sessions, and applied learning across sectors including sustainability, logistics, manufacturing and innovation.
Students will explore how businesses operate within European markets, respond to global challenges, and navigate cultural, regulatory and economic complexity. This tour offers a meaningful opportunity for students to deepen their global perspective, strengthen employability, and engage with international business practice beyond the classroom.
Students are required to attend a pre-departure session prior to the program commencing. Details of this session will be published soon.
| Dates / Deadlines: | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term | Year | App Deadline | Start Date | End Date |
| T2-58 | 2026 | 8-March-2026 | 28-June-2026 | 10-July-2026 |
| Information Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Course level | Undergraduate and Graduate |
| Awarded Credit Points | 6 |
| Program Type | GST - Global Study Tour |
| Program Duration | 15 days |
| Leading Faculty | Monash Business School |
| Minimum WAM | 60% |
| Eligible Monash Campus | Monash Australia and Monash Malaysia |
| Minimum Credits Completed (at time of registration) | See 'How to Apply' tab |
| Funding Available | Monash Abroad Travel Grant |
Program Costs
Program Cost: $2000 AUD. Travel grants may be available from Monash Abroad for those meeting eligibility criteria.
Deposit payment: $1000 AUD non refundable deposit payable within 72 hours of receiving an offer to secure a place.
Final payment: $1000 AUD payable 19 April 2026.
Program costs includes:
- Twin-room accommodation
- Group airport transfers*
- Meals as outlined in the itinerary
- Welcome and farewell functions
- Transportation for academic programs and site visits
- Monash University Travel Insurance for the duration of the tour and 15 days either side of the study tour dates
*Group airport transfer is subject to student flight arrival and departure times.
Program costs do not include:
- Monash University tuition fees for 6 credit points of study. Please refer to the handbook for tuition fee information.
- Return international airfares
- Visa costs if required
- Accommodation not within the program dates
- Meals not outlined in the itinerary
- Other personal expenses
- Spending money.
Travel insurance
If you are an actively enrolled Monash student and participating in an approved international program, you will be provided with complimentary travel insurance. You will automatically be covered once your application has been approved and your enrolment updated to reflect your study overseas.
Under this policy, travellers will also receive access to 24/7 emergency assistance provided by Global 24 Emergency Assistance and limited coverage for personal travel days.
Visas
Monash Abroad will issue you with supporting documentation to lodge your visa application once you have completed all Monash Abroad requirements and are approved for travel. If you require supporting documentation earlier in the process, please contact Monash Abroad. Please note that Monash Abroad cannot provide advice regarding visa requirements.
Centrelink support documents
For the purposes of maintaining your Centrelink benefits during your overseas program, Monash Abroad will provide you with a letter confirming your participation in a study tour. Please note that this will be issued to you once you have completed all Monash Abroad requirements and are approved for travel.
Important Note:
The Monash Abroad Travel Grant and OS-HELP loan (if applicable) will be paid approximately 2-4 weeks prior to program commencement and only when all Monash Abroad requirements are completed by you. Therefore, these funds should not be considered as your primary source of funding to pay program related deposits and balances.
Monash Abroad Travel Grant
Monash students studying in Australia who are enrolled into a credit-bearing unit for this program will be assessed for eligibility to receive a Monash Abroad travel grant if they are not otherwise receiving any other scholarship that is intended to cover most or all of your travel/tuition costs for your program (e.g., New Colombo Plan Mobility grant).
You do not need to apply separately for this grant as your eligibility for this grant will be assessed as part of your application.
OS-HELP Loan
OS-HELP is a Commonwealth Government loan program that provides financial assistance to eligible Commonwealth Supported Place students, to undertake some of their study overseas.
If you are eligible for the loan and wish to apply, please submit your application as per the relevant OS-HELP loan term deadline, even if you have not been accepted into your overseas program by that deadline.
Student Loans
If you need help with study-related expenses, please refer to the student loans website and talk to a student adviser at Monash Connect.
Travel Scholarships
Please refer to the travel and placements scholarship website for more information.
Eligibility
Undergraduate applicants:
- A WAM of 60% or above
- Completion of at least 72 credit points at the time of application
Graduate applicants:
- A WAM of 60% or above
- Completion of at least 24 credit points at the time of application
Selection Criteria
Submission of a 2-3 minute video addressing the following:
- Why do you wish to take part in this program?
- How will the program add value to your degree and/or future career aspirations?
Please submit your supporting documentation (CV, video, etc) via a Google Drive link and ensure permission settings are set to Monash University. Then upload this link to the Personal Statement field of your application.
Given the high demand for this program, selection criterion is based on the following at time of application:
- Overall WAM
- Strength of your personal video.
How to Apply
Step 1: Submit an application for this program
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED.
Step 2: Selection and enrolment
The Monash Business School will review all applicants after the deadline to assess eligibility to participate in this overseas. Please note that this generally takes two weeks after applications have closed.
Step 3: Additional data collection and travel approval
If you are accepted into the program, you will be issued with an outcome email and you will be enrolled into the associated unit. You will also receive an email alert with additional Monash Abroad tasks for you to complete:
- Passport and Medical Details form
- Travel Approval Request Form
- Mandatory pre-departure module.
Once you have completed these tasks, Monash Abroad will approve you for travel. You will then have access to the travel insurance coverage and be issued with any relevant grants, loans and/or scholarships.
Important note: you must have a valid passport that does not expire until at least six months after the program end date.
Program contacts
For all enquiries, please contact Monash Connect and flag for attention to Global Programs and Partnerships.
Itinerary*
28 June 2026 | Arrive in Ljubljana and check into accommodation. |
29 June 2026 | Welcome & Presentation of University of Ljubljana Introductory session Campus tour of the University of Ljubljana Lunch provided by University of Ljubljana Slovenian cultural evening with traditional dinner |
30 June 2026 | Academic session Lunch provided by University of Ljubljana Visit to the Municipality of Ljubljana: Presentation of Mission 100 Net Zero Cities Ljubljana guided tour - city centre and Ljubljana castle Dinner at own expense |
1 July 2026 | Company visit Lunch at own expense Visit of Bled Castle Free time at Bled Lake Dinner at own expense |
2 July 2026 | Departure to Postojna Company presentation (Postojnska jama d.d.) Visit of Postojna cave Lunch next to Postojna cave Visit of Predjamski grad Dinner at own expense |
3 July 2026 | Company visit in Ljubljana Union Experience Lunch at own expense Free time |
4 July 2026 | Free day to explore Ljubljana |
5 July 2026 | Free day to explore Ljubljana |
6 July 2026 | Opening of the Ljubljana Summer School Company visit in Ljubljana Lunch on your own Free time Dinner at own expense |
7 July 2026 | Company visit in Novo Mesto Lunch and visit of Colnar Wine Cellar with wine tasting Guided tour of Berryshka distillery and chocolatier |
8 July 2026 | Departure to Koper Company visit Organised lunch Visit of Piran and free time |
| 9 July 2026 | Group presentations Organized lunch by the University of Ljubljana Free time Dinner at own expense |
| 10 July 2026 | Students check out of accommodation and program concludes Group transfer to the airport |
*This is a sample program only and is subject to change. Successful participants will be provided with a finalised itinerary.