Once you've been accepted to participate in the semester-based exchange program, it's time to get ready to go!
Below you'llĀ findĀ some tips to help you make the most of your experience while ensuring you keep safe and healthy while overseas.
Work your way through theĀ IGET Pre-departure Essentials ChecklistĀ to help you prepare.
Important Travel Advice
Students planning international travel should regularly monitor DFATĀ Ā and theĀ Ģż·É±š²ś²õ¾±³Ł±š.
UQ strongly recommends that students do not travel to, or transit through, locations rated āDo not travelā or āReconsider your need to travelā,Ā due to security risks,Ā disruptionĀ and insurance limitations.Ā
Where a destinationĀ remainsĀ approved, but a student chooses to transit via such locations against advice, UQ support and insurance apply only to the approved experience and destination, not to the studentās travel routing.Ā
StudentsĀ are responsible forĀ reviewing flight routes and keeping their travel details up to date.Ā
1. Pre-departure session
Before you leave for your semester-based exchange, you must attend aĀ compulsory pre-departure session.Ā
TheĀ pre-departure sessionāÆfor exchange in Semester 2, 2026 will be held on 02 Jun 2026.Ā
Semester 2, 2026 Exchange Pre-departure Briefing
Date : Tuesday, 02 Jun 2026
Time : 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location : Steele Building 03-206, St. Lucia campus
The pre-departure session will include information on:
- enrolment
- insurance
- health and safety while overseas
- credit transfer
- culture shock
- returning home
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