Global Winter Programs
Global Winter Programs
Fancy travelling overseas and participating in some awesome immersive classes for credit during your Winter Break? A Global Winter Program is a short-term overseas learning opportunity that is timed to fit within the winter break.
There are two different participation modes for summer and winter schools - namely Exchange and Independent Study Abroad.
The modes determine how you are enrolled, and how costs and fees are paid.
Exchange Programs
You pay tuition fees to Monash. You will pay all other associated program and administration fees directly to the host. For the duration of your program, you will be enrolled in Exchange unit codes.
Independent Study Abroad Programs
You are responsible for paying all associated fees, generally directly to the host institution. For the duration of your program, you will be enrolled in Study Abroad unit codes.
The full list of available programs can be found on the 'Program Options' tab.
Do NOT apply directly to any institution until after you have been approved by Monash Abroad and your faculty/school (see 'How to Apply' tab).
Note:
- * Students who do not have exams scheduled during the exam period may apply for and participate in Global Winter programs running at this time.
If, however, you have an exam scheduled during the exam period, participation in a Global Winter program is not considered a valid reason to defer or reschedule your exam. Students are responsible for ensuring that their program dates do not conflict with any examination.
# This program runs until the end of the first week of semester two. If you choose to participate, you are responsible for managing any academic commitments you may miss during this period. Participating in this program and returning late cannot be used as grounds for special consideration.
Students should contact their lecturers or tutors to advise they will be returning one week late and to arrange to catch up on any classes, materials, or assessments they may have missed.
Please use your Monash University email to access the course list on Google Drive.
| EXC/ISA | Monash Application Deadlines | Country | Institution | Name of Program | Monash Credits (UG/PG) | Program Dates | Program Notes |
| ISA | CLOSED | Slovenia | University of Ljubljana | UG: Two 6 ECTS, equivalent to 6 Monash credits (UG) | 6 to 22 July 2026 |
Programme fee (1 course): €650
Programme fee (2 courses): €1,100 | |
| ISA | CLOSED | UK | London School of Economics and Political Science | Summer School 2026 | 7.5 ECTS, equivalent to 6 Monash credits (UG) |
Session One: 22 June to 10 July 2026*
Session Two: 13 to 31 July 2026# | Fees: One Session: £3,350 Two sessions: £5,550 Non-refundable £60 application fee must be paid when submitting your application. |
| ISA | CLOSED | China | Peking University | Peking University Summer School International (PKUSSI) | Two 3 PKU units, equivalent to 6 Monash credits (UG) |
Session A (Two-Week Session): 6 to 17 July 2026 Session B (Two-Week Session): Session A&B (Four-Week Session): |
Application Fee (non-refundable) is ¥400. 5-6 PKU ¥18,000 |
| ISA | CLOSED | UK | University of Sussex | 15 Sussex credits, equivalent to 6 Monash credits (UG) | Session 1: 29 June to 17 July 2026 | Fees Students from partner universities will receive a 20% tuition fee discount. | |
| ISA | CLOSED | Singapore | Nanyang Technological University (NTU) | GEM Trailblazer Summer 2026 Students can only select units from Track 3, 4 and 5 | Minimum 4 AU equivalent to 6 Monash credits (UG) | 4-week session: *22 June to 18 July 2026 | Tuition Fee: (for each 3 or 4-AU course) Waived, up to two courses (3 or 4-AU course) Registration Fee (one-time charge): S$153 Administrative Fee (one-time charge): S$917 Housing: 2-week programme - S$650 4-week programme - S$1,300 |
| EXC | CLOSED | Singapore | Singapore Management University | Global Summer Programme (GSP) Session 1 Students can only apply for Session 1. You may enrol in a maximum of two courses in the same session, with the first from the morning courses and the second from the afternoon courses, to avoid a timetable clash. | One SMU Credit Unit, equivalent 6 Monash credits (UG) | Session 1: 29 June to 24 July 2026 | All applicants are required to pay an application fee of S$150 within 3 days after application submission. The application will only be processed after the fee is paid. |
| EXC | CLOSED | UK | University of Leeds | Leeds International Summer School (LISS) 2026 | Two 10 Leeds credits (one from Block 1 and one from Block 2), equivalent to 6 Monash credit (UG) |
Block one: 4 to 18 July
Block two: 19 July to 1 August# | Fees
The programme fee includes:
We also offer a free transport service to the University from Manchester Airport and Leeds Bradford Airport during the LISS arrival period. We’ll send full details of how to book the transport service to LISS offer holders in May. The costs of flights, travel insurance and visas are not included in the programme fee. |
| EXC | CLOSED | UK | University of Liverpool | International Summer School & Summer Research Modules are grouped by session – weeks 1-3 or 4-6 – and split into five categories: A, B, C, D and E. Students will choose three modules per 3-week session, selecting from 3 different categories. (For example, you will not be able to take two modules from category A, etc.) This is to ensure there are no timetable clashes. | 15 Liverpool credits, equivalent to 6 Monash credits (UG) | Three weeks (4-6): 5 to 24 July 2026 | Three weeks Tuition fee: £1,960 Six weeks Tuition fee: £3,920 |
| ISA | CLOSED | Korea | Seoul National University | 2026 International Summer Program (ISP) |
Two 2 or 3 SNU credit, equivalent to 6 Monash credits.
Students are only allowed to select one unit from each period and must select at least two units. (UG) | 22 June to 25 July 2026* | Fees |
| ISA | CLOSED | France | Catholic University of Lille | LILLE European Summer Program Morning Course: Afternoon Course: Students can only apply for ESP2 courses | 12 ECTS, equivalent to 6 Monash credits (UG) | ESP2 – 23 June to 22 July 2026* |
€3,450 including:
€1,500 tuition fees : tuition fees, course materials, and ECTS credit transfer €1,600 hospitality package : accommodation in student dorms, meal pass for use in the cafeteria with a 50€ credit, an orientation program, monthly pass for use on Lille transportation system, access to university facilities, fieldtrips, several group meals, cultural and social activities, and more! For more information about activities, please refer to the program’s draft calendar available on the main page. €350 administration fees : normally non-refundable after registration |
| ISA | CLOSED | Netherlands | Duke-Leiden Institute in Global and Transnational Law | Duke-Leiden Institute in Global and Transnational Law |
12 Monash Credits (6 US Credits) (Students must complete three units) PG Law and UG Law students are able to apply. UG applicants must have completed their third year law studies and have a Law WAM of at least 65%. (UG & PG) | 22 June to 22 July 2026* |
Student's are recommended to submit their application ASAP as places will fill-up.
US$ 5,500 for tuition. US$ 350 for application submission. Additional costs for accommodation. |
| ISA | CLOSED | UK | King's College London | King's Summer Programmes | 15 King's Credit/7.5 ECTS (UG), equivalent to 6 Monash credits |
2-week courses:
Session 1: 6 to 17 July 2026 |
Fees One course (2 weeks): £2,550 Application fee: £65
|
| ISA | CLOSED | Korea | Korea University |
Korea University |
Two 3 credit Korea University, equivalent to 6 Monash credits.
Students are only allowed to select one unit from each period and must select at least two units. (UG) | 4 weeks: 27 June to 24 July 2026 | Fees Application fee: ₩ 100,000 1 Course: ₩ 1,790,000 2 Courses: ₩ 3,100,000 |
You may also be interested in an ACICIS Short Term Program. Global Summer Programs options will be available from Semester Two 2026.
Eligibility: Students must have a WAM of at least 60 to apply for a Global Summer or Global Winter Program (unless otherwise noted) and must be approved by their faculty or school.
All students must also have completed 48 credit points at the end of the semester in which they apply (as well as meet any faculty or school specific requirements)
Important Note:
The Monash Abroad Travel Grant (if participating in a program that is listed in the 'Exchange Programs' table only) and OS-HELP loan (if applicable) will be paid approximately 4 weeks prior to program commencement and only when all 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
Any student participating in a program that is listed on the 'Exchange Programs' table will be eligible to receive the Monash Abroad Travel Grant if they meet all other eligibility criteria. 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. It provides financial assistance to eligible Commonwealth Supported Place students, to study part of their course overseas.
If you are eligible for the loan and wish to apply, you MUST submit your application as per the relevant OS-HELP loan term deadline, even if you have not submitted an application OR 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.
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 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 for any program, please complete a ‘Course Advice Request’ to ensure you have room in your course map for credit from your Winter program.
Note: students applying for programs not approved by Monash Abroad will not receive credit for their studies.
How to Apply
Step 1: Submit the application form
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED
Note that Monash Abroad will NOT accept more than one application from you without prior approval. If you submit more than one application, the subsequent ones will be cancelled.
- Read the instructions on the form and complete the fields not already containing your information from the Monash student system.
- Select ‘Partner-led program’ and then select from the drop-down list of GSP or GWP programs.
- Complete the rest of the application form, read, confirm and agree to the statements in the Conditions, then submit the form by the deadline.
Note that your application will not be considered until you have submitted your study plan.
Step 2: Submit your study plan
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED
Step 3: Applying to the Host Institution
If completing an ‘Exchange’ program, Monash Abroad will nominate you directly to the partner institution. You will be sent additional instructions on how to apply following the review of your study plan by your faculty/school.
If completing a ‘Study Abroad’ program, after you’ve been accepted by Monash Abroad and your faculty/school, you will apply directly to the host institution via their program website.
Step 4: Acceptance
Once you have applied to the host institution, keep an eye out for their acceptance information. When you receive your acceptance document, check it carefully to make sure details about your application are correct, such as your name, date of birth, contact information and what you applied to do. If there are any mistakes, contact the host institution immediately. If the acceptance documents are correct, forward them to Monash Abroad.
The acceptance will be checked again and, if correct, the process for finalising your program, paying your Travel Grant, if relevant, and changing your enrolment will be triggered.
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.