Global Summer Programs

A Global Summer Program allows you to study overseas during the Australian summer break while earning credit towards your Monash degree. Programs typically run for two to eight weeks and are offered by approved partner institutions around the world.

Global Summer Programs provide an opportunity to experience a different academic environment, develop intercultural skills and explore another country while progressing your degree.

Applications are now open and will close on 31 August 2026.

The full list of available programs can be found on the 'Program Options' tab.

Participation is available through one of two modes:

Exchange

You remain enrolled at Monash and continue paying your tuition fees to Monash.
You pay any applicable accommodation, travel and living costs, and any additional program fees as required by the host institution.

Independent Study Abroad (ISA)

You pay the host institution directly for tuition and any associated program fees.
You will be enrolled at Monash in a placeholder Study Abroad unit, which records the overseas study on your transcript without attracting Monash tuition fees.

Before applying, you should ensure you meet the following eligibility requirements:

have completed at least 48 credit points by the end of the semester in which you apply
have a minimum WAM of 60 (unless a higher requirement is specified by the host institution or your faculty)
meet any additional faculty, school or host institution requirements
are eligible to receive credit towards your Monash degree
have checked that your chosen program does not conflict with your Monash teaching or examination commitments*.

You may also be interested in an ACICIS Short Term Program. Global Winter Programs options will be available from Semester 1, 2027.

* Participation in a Global Summer Program is not considered grounds for deferred or rescheduled examinations. Students are responsible for ensuring they are available for all required exams.

Important: Do not apply directly to a host institution unless you have been instructed to do so by Monash Abroad as part of the application process.

Exchange Programs (EXC)

Programs offered at Host Institutions where Monash has an exchange agreement in place. No additional tuition fees payable to the host unless noted otherwise.

Note: all prices are approximate, please refer to the program website for exact costs and any applicable transfer fees/charges.

Country	Institution	Academic details	Program dates	Notes and any associated fees	Relevant links
Belgium	Catholic University of Leuven (KU Leuven)	8 ECTS = 6 Monash credits	11–29 January 2027	€750 / AU$1,224 (tuition). Accommodation at the Irish College extra (breakfast incl.; single, twin or duplex).	Winter University 2027: Global Challenges for Our Sustainable Future
Finland	Aalto University	12–18 ECTS = 6 Monash credits	11 Jan – 28 Feb 2027	Fees TBC	Aalto University Winter School
Finland/Sweden	Hanken (Helsinki) + LUSEM (Lund)^# Prerequisite: 1+ year of business studies; English CEFR B2–C1 or TOEFL 87+ iBT. A 500-word post-program essay is required for full Monash credit.	6 ECTS = 6 Monash credits Behavioral Finance & Crypto Assets (3 ECTS) Sustainable Finance (3 ECTS)	18–22 Jan: Lund 25–29 Jan: Helsinki	No tuition fee. Travel, accommodation (∼€60–70/night, Helsinki), meals and activities at own cost.No tuition fee. Travel, accommodation (∼€60–70/night, Helsinki), meals and activities at own cost.	Winter school at LUSEM
Germany	University of Tübingen^# Study tracks: (A) Europe, Memory, and Diversity (B) Human Rights and Migration in Europe (C) Sustainability, Biodiversity, and Ethics in Europe Includes German language classes (A1–A2) and cultural programme.	8 ECTS = 6 Monash credits	4–29 Jan 2027	€1,400 / AU$2,280 (incl. study trips, accommodation, social activities). Flights, visa, health insurance and meals extra.	T-IES Winter School
New Zealand	University of Auckland	30 Auckland credits = 12 Monash credits	4 Jan – 17 Feb 2027	No tuition fee (exchange). Accommodation at University Hall Apartments approx. NZD $325–400/week.	Summer School 2027
Norway	University of Bergen Open to Psychology students only.	9–12 ECTS = 6 Monash credits	5 Jan – 10 Feb 2027 (TBC)	No program fee. Students arrange own accommodation (HI Bergen Hostel Montana; Haukelandsbakken Student Housing; finn.no / hybel.no).	Short-Term Psychology Program

Independent Study Abroad Programs (ISA)

Open to all eligible Monash students. Successful students will be enrolled into a fee-free unit with Monash (other ancillary costs charged by Monash may still apply e.g. SSAF, amenities, etc). Host institution tuition and program fees are payable directly to the host.

Country	Institution	Academic details	Program dates	Notes and any associated fees	Relevant links
China	Fudan University Monash approved course list	3 Fudan credits = 6 Monash credits (1 × 3-credit unit, or 2 × 2-credit units)	21 Dec 2026 – 8 Jan 2027	Application fee: CNY 400. Tuition: CNY 18,000. Accommodation and travel at own cost (university off-campus housing list available).	Fudan University International Winter Session
China	Zhejiang University Monash approved course list	6 ZJU credits = 6 Monash credits	20 Dec 2026 - 8 Jan 2027	RMB 22,000 / AU$4,640 (1 course) or RMB 32,000 / AU$6750 (2 courses).	Zhejiang University Global Program
France	Paris School of Business (PSB) Course options: Luxury Brand Management; Artificial Intelligence for Business.	7.5 ECTS = 6 Monash credits	4 - 15 Jan 2027	€2,800 / AU$4,562 (incl. accommodation, weekday breakfast & lunch, activities, farewell event, 2-week Paris transport pass). Flights and evening meals extra.	PSB Short Programs: Summer & Winter School
	Université Catholique de Lille Choose 1 morning course (French Language & Culture OR Project Management in Europe) + 1 afternoon course from 4 options including French Art & Cinema and Sustainability in Action.	8 ECTS = 6 Monash credits	6 - 23 January 2027	€2,500 / AU$4,074 (incl. hotel accommodation, weekday breakfast, €60 meal credit, transport pass, fieldtrips to Bruges & Reims, 3 group dinners).	LILLE Winter
	CAVILAM – Alliance Française (Vichy) - details to come Vichy is 2 hrs from Lyon, 3 hrs from Paris. Students will need to complete a full TCF test + cultural written assessment to receive Monash credit.	Option 1 - 3 week program: 7.5 ECTS = 6 Monash credits Option 2 - 6 week program: 15 ECTS = 12 Monash credits	Option 1: 3–23 Jan 2027 (3 weeks / 20 nights) Option 2: 3 Jan – 13 Feb 2027 (6 weeks / 41 nights)	Option 1 - 3-week: €2,045.20 / AU$3,370 Option 2 - 6-week: €3,742.40 / AU$6,163 Both incl. host-family accommodation (half board), tuition, TCF test and cultural activities. Students can participate in an optional week of cultural activities before the program commences.	Cavilam website Program handbook
South Korea	Korea University Monash approved course list An information session will be run by Korea University staff at the Clayton Campus on Tuesday 25 August at 1pm. Click here to register.	3 Korean credits per course = 6 Monash credits	3-week: 22 Dec 2026 – 8 Jan 2027 4-week: 22 Dec 2026 – 18 Jan 2027	KRW 3,200,000 / AU$3,133 for 2 courses (incl. KRW 100,000 application fee). On-campus accommodation from KRW 437,000 / AU$428 (3-wk double) to KRW 1,087,500 / AU$1,065 (4-wk single).	KOREA UNIVERSITY International Winter Campus
	Hankuk University of Foreign Studies (HUFS) 6-week Korean language immersion (KILP). Students are required to undertake a pre-placement level test on 8 October. Based on the results of this test, students will be placed into one of the six levels, from Level 1 (Beginner) to Level 6 (Advanced).	12 Monash credits	4 Jan - 12 Feb (TBC) A special arrangement is in place for Monash student with tailored delivery dates.	New Colombo Plan (NCP) funding is available to a set number of participants. View the eligibility criteria here. Approx. AU$3,150 (incl. tuition fee, accommodation, textbooks, activities, overseas course transfer).	Korean Intensive Language Program
	Yonsei University Monash approved course list	2 Yonsei courses = 6 Monash credits	22 Dec 2026 – 9 Jan 2027	KRW 3,070,000 (AU$2,975) for 2 courses (early-bird: KRW 2,610,000 / AU$2,575). On-campus accommodation KRW 414,000–720,000 / AU$400-700 (twin share or private). Off-campus options available.	Winter Abroad at Yonsei
Japan	Waseda University Choose 2 from 6 courses: Strategy & Innovation in Japanese Companies Cross-Cultural Management (Japan) Japanese Popular Culture; Introduction to Japanese Management The Postwar (Japanese novels & film) Murakami Haruki, Miyazaki Hayao and Japanese Cultural Politics.	4 Waseda credits = 6 Monash credits (2 courses required)	Orientation: 9 Jan 2027 Program: 11 Jan – 2 Feb 2027	Tuition for 2 courses with housing: JPY 557,000 (approx. AU$5,600) Tuition for 2 courses without housing: JPY 365,000 (approx. AU$3,700)	Waseda Winter Session 2027

# Places at this host institution are limited. If the number of applications exceeds the places available to Monash students, Monash Abroad will select students based on their WAM.

Managing your Safety

Ensuring your health and safety while overseas is a shared responsibility between Monash and you, the traveller.

Monash is committed to ensuring that our programs are COVID-safe by adhering to local regulations and developing COVID-safe plans. Before completing this part of the application for this program, you should be familiar with how we will manage the risk of COVID-19 disruptions and support your safety.
Staff and participants must familiarise themselves with Monash's COVID Safe Plan and the strategies to protect themselves and each other:

Come to campus/activities well - Only attend activities if you are well. You may be directed to take a COVID-19 test if you are unwell and be required to isolate until you have recovered.
Physical distancing - Adhere to local physical distancing rules.
Masks - Wear masks when required and/or when physical distancing cannot be achieved.
Personal hygiene - Hand washing and hand sanitizer to be made available and used regularly.
Increased cleaning - We will work with providers to ensure cleaning standards are high among our providers.
Well ventilated spaces - Windows and doors will be open during group activities (where possible).
Positive case management - If you are unwell, you will be supported to obtain a COVID-19 test and a staff member will ensure you have access to support.

Important note: you may be required to take a COVID-19 test before travelling internationally by the airline or government of destination country/ies. If you test positive, you may not be able to travel as planned, which could delay your arrival at your destination. If this occurs in the host location our staff and partners will support you until you recover and are able to travel.

If you are not able to adhere to the safety practices and still wish to apply, please contact Monash Connect.

Monash Support

This program has been designed in adherence to the University’s policies and procedures pertaining to risk management, travel and student mobility. The program leaders have been trained to mitigate risks and respond appropriately in an emergency. The program managers have selected travel services and partners according to their ability to deliver safe and quality services.

While on this program you will be covered by the Monash student travel insurance which includes access to Global 24 emergency assistance (+61 2 9312 5191). Other emergency contact details are available via Monash Abroad.

Your Responsibilities

You are responsible for managing your safety and wellbeing by completing all programmatic requirements and taking action on advice provided.

Below is a list (not exhaustive) of pre-departure tasks that we recommend you complete:

Subscribe to travel alerts for your destination country/ies via the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Smartraveller website.
Review the Travel health, safety and security advice on the Monash Abroad website.
Visit your doctor to discuss your travel plans and ensure you can effectively manage your health while you are away.
Apply for or renew your passport (you must have at least 6 months validity after your travel end date on your passport).

IMPORTANT - Do not pay any deposits (where relevant), or organise flights until you have received Monash Abroad approval. Monash Abroad will not be held responsible for any costs incurred as a result of an unsuccessful application.

Prior to signing up to any program, please complete a ‘Course Advice Request’ to ensure you have room in your course map.

How to Apply

Applying for a Global Summer Program involves four stages:

Submit your Monash Abroad application.
Obtain faculty approval via a Study Plan form submission.
Apply to the host institution (when instructed to by Monash Abroad).
Accept your offer and complete your pre-departure requirements.

Step 1 – Submit your application by midnight 31 August 2026

Complete the Global Summer Program application form before the published application deadline. During the application, you will nominate your preferred program and provide the information required to assess your eligibility.

Select 'Partner led programs' and then choose the appropriate program from the drop-down list.

Step 2 – Submit a Study Plan to obtain Faculty approval

Complete and submit a Study Plan so your faculty or school can assess your proposed overseas study for credit towards your Monash degree.

Your application cannot be assessed until both your Monash Abroad application and your Study Plan have been submitted.

Step 3 – Apply to the host institution when instructed to by Monash Abroad

If completing an ‘Exchange’ program, Monash Abroad will nominate you directly to the partner institution.

If completing a ‘Study Abroad’ program, you will be invited by Monash Abroad to submit an application directly to the host institution.

Monash Abroad will provide you with more information when you are ready for this step.

Do not apply directly to a host institution until you have been instructed to do so by Monash Abroad.

Step 4 – Accept your offer and prepare to travel

If you receive an offer from the host institution, carefully review the details and accept the offer by the deadline provided. You will also need to share evidence of your acceptance with Monash Abroad.

Once your place has been confirmed, Monash Abroad will guide you through the remaining pre-departure requirements, including:

Completing additional forms (e.g. passport and medical details, travel approval form)
completing mandatory pre-departure preparation (e.g. an online module and attending a briefing)
activating your Monash travel insurance.

Your Global Summer Program approval is only final once all required pre-departure requirements have been completed and your travel has been approved by Monash Abroad. This is the point at which Monash Abroad will request your Faculty to enrol you into the applicable unit.

A note on tuition fees

If completing a Study Abroad program, you are responsible for paying the tuition fee directly to the host institution. As you will be enrolled into a Study Abroad program, enrolment at Monash will be in a placeholder unit only; there will be no fees charged for this program at Monash. The tuition fee paid to the host institution cannot be deferred via FEE-HELP.

Students participating in an Exchange program will be enrolled in an exchange placeholder unit, which does charge you the standard Monash unit fee, and you pay that as you would normally. There will be no tuition fees charged by the host institution, but there may be other fees, such as program fees for things like excursions. These are paid to the host institution.