Melbourne Global

12/09/2024

10/09/2024

Hi there, I’m Susie! I am a Master of Information Systems student and over June-July this year I escaped Melbourne winter by spending my break participating in a Short-Term Winter Program at Harvard University in the USA.
 
My time at Harvard was an incredible mix of academic immersion and classic campus life. Living in one of the Harvard Yard dorms and eating in their dining hall felt like I was living in Hogwarts! I took full advantage of the picturesque setting, from daily strolls through the vibrant Harvard Square on the way to class. I also made some fantastic friends and enjoyed eating together in the dining hall each meal, our after-dinner routine was going on a walk along the serene Charles River with my friends. Another one of my standout memories was exploring the iconic university library and soaking in the rich academic atmosphere. 
 
Applications for Short-Term Summer Programs around the world starting in December are now open!
 
 

03/07/2024

Hi there, my name is Eddie! During my final year of my Bachelor of Arts, I completed a semester-long exchange at Heidelberg University (Rupert Charles University) in Germany.
 
During my exchange, I had a rewarding experience immersing myself in German culture. The seven months I spent there were nothing short of life-changing, and I cannot recommend Heidelberg highly enough as the perfect destination for anyone’s exchange.

Throughout the semester, I formed lasting friendships with students from all around the world, enjoyed warm Glühwein (mulled wine) at the renowned German Christmas markets, tried a traditional Bretzel at Oktoberfest in Munich, and spent my mornings cycling through the old town to my German classes which overlooked Heidelberg Castle.
 

04/06/2024

Barry was out and about at our exchange partner the University of Virginia! It’s a beautiful campus that is also a UNESCO world heritage site. The town of Charlottesville is a friendly, fun place nestled in the mountains, within reach of Washington DC, with a really vibrant restaurant and cafe scene.

22/05/2024

Barry has been adventuring again, this time visiting our exchange partner, the University of California at Santa Barbara!
Have you ever wanted to go spend a semester on a campus that has a beach AND a lagoon? Barry is a fan of the campus and the town.

21/05/2024

Hello, my name is Simon Mao and I am a Bachelor of Commerce student who is spending Semester 1 of 2024 as an exchange student at the University of Southern California (USC) - Marshall School of Business! 
 
Study abroad in Los Angeles has been an incredible journey: excitement, curiosity, nervousness, and so much more! In the past four months, I’ve taken every opportunity to explore this vibrant city and the cultures within. From immersing myself in the pure beauty of nature to diving into the vibrant vibe of diverse cultures, LA offers something extraordinary for everyone. Above all, I am most grateful for all the wonderful friends I have made so far who have made my time in LA so special and for all the countless memories this exchange has given me! 
 
Throughout my exchange, I have spent time exploring LA in addition to travelling with my exchange friends to San Diego, Las Vegas, Chicago and Mexico. I have also enjoyed the American sporting culture including NBA, NCAA and partaking in ski trips to Big Bear Lake.  
 
 
 

09/05/2024

Hello, My name is Chutong (Cindy) Yi and I am a third year student studying a Bachelor of Music. Over the summer I completed a Short-Term Program at Yonsei University in Seoul, Korea! 
 
For several weeks over December and January, I studied both Korean Language and Understanding K-pop Culture at Yonsei University. Although it was a short period, I have gained lots of precious memories and experiences throughout the program.
 
In Seoul, I ate a lot of food! Mainly, it consisted of kimchi soups with rice and other small dishes. In Korea, I love that all the kimchi and radishes etc are served in buffet form. It comes free with your meal and you can have as much as you like.
 
I am deeply grateful for the New Colombo Plan Grant, as it helped me cover my tuition fees and my accommodation expenses. This trip has enabled me to improve my understanding of Korean culture and experience living independently in a foreign country.
 

 

15/04/2024

Hi. I’m Elijah and I was lucky enough to spend the last 6 months studying at the Ludwig Maximilians Universität (LMU) in Munich, Germany.

Not only was my experience on exchange absolutely amazing and personally rewarding, but I could not have picked a better place to do it. Munich was such a pretty city, no matter whether the sun was shining or snow was falling.

The LMU was a very beautiful and historic university that not only gave me the opportunity to take some interesting subjects but also allowed me to make lasting friendships with students from all across the world.

If I had to pick just one favourite thing about exchange in Munich, it would be the proximity of the city to the wonderful nature and small towns of the Bavarian state. To be able to hop on a train with friends and hop off at the foot of a hiking route near the Bavarian alps was just crazy to me and provided a great way to take a break from studying. A close second though would definitely have to be the taste of a good old German beer!

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07/01/2020

I've been settling into life here in Copenhagen. Today was rather interesting. After a slow morning, I left the house around 11 am and rode to the Zoologi

31/10/2019

Tilburg University are offering two lucky B-COM University of Melbourne exchange students scholarships to the value of 2000 Euro each! Business and Economics at Melbourne

Exchange applications close on the 25/11/2019! Check out our website for more info: https://students.unimelb.edu.au/study-overseas

11/10/2019

See where your Science degree can take you!

Next Thursday 17th of October, 2019, 12-1pm and hear from returned exchange students and academic staff!

Click the link below to register:

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/exchange-in-the-bsc-internationalise-your-degree-tickets-72031982599

Science at Melbourne

Get the low down on how to plan your exchange!

10/10/2019

Did you know? The University of Bologna is the oldest university in Europe. Join B-ARTS student Cinzia in her quest across campus and around town on this week's takeover!

Faculty of Arts at the University of Melbourne
Alma Mater Studiorum - Università di Bologna

09/10/2019

Consider doing two semesters of exchange... says Social Media Ambassador Brooke, in her latest blog post McGill University

https://melbourneglobal.wixsite.com/blog/single-post/2019/10/09/FIRST-STEPS-AS-A-FOREIGN-FROSHIE

‘Froshie’; a term I had not been associated with in almost three years. ‘Welcome to all of our new students’, ‘your journey at McGill begins now’, ‘you’re goin

08/10/2019

"The rhythm of the world I'm in at the moment as an exchange student is so hectic and free and wild that it's too easy to forget momentarily what I've left behind"

https://melbourneglobal.wixsite.com/blog/single-post/2019/10/07/Absolutely-Breath-Stealing

It struck me a couple days ago that I've been in Canada for over 6 weeks now, which means this is now the longest I've ever been away from home. It's a weird f

07/10/2019

https://melbourneglobal.wixsite.com/blog/single-post/2019/08/17/Velkommen-til-K%25C3%25B8benhavn

Meet Sophie! A Bachelor of Science student who is on exchange this semester at the University of Copenhagen, exploring clear blue skies and the difficulties of Danish language!

Science at Melbourne University of Copenhagen

23/09/2019

The people you meet on exchange! University of British Columbia

https://melbourneglobal.wixsite.com/blog/single-post/2019/09/18/I-met-MattySmokes

It's been about two weeks since I last checked in and a fair bit has been going on. Try as I might I still don't reckon I've had a proper nights' sleep, but as

20/09/2019

Hectic, Eclectic Montreal! Settling into semester with Brooke, on exchange at McGill University!

Faculty of Arts at the University of Melbourne

https://melbourneglobal.wixsite.com/blog/single-post/2019/09/18/The-Hectic-Eclectic-Montr%C3%A9al

I always find the most difficult part of writing an article is the beginning; there are so many ideas spinning around in your head, jostling for position, each

19/09/2019

Meet Denis an Arts (Faculty of Arts at the University of Melbourne) student currently on exchange at the University of British Columbia! inspired by his brother's exchange to New Zealand four years ago, you can follow Denis' adventures on our Melbourne Global blog.

https://melbourneglobal.wixsite.com/blog/single-post/2019/09/04/A-Bloody-Good-Dream

Fair to say I've hit the ground running in these first couple weeks of my exchange. I'm currently typing from the very back of a seven-seater rental van halfwa

18/09/2019

Each week, our melbourneglobal Insta has weekly takeover from outbound Unimelb students as well as our inbound exchange students! This week, follow Andrea, on exchange at Melbourne from Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University!

It's a great way to connect and find out top tips on where you could go on exchange!

https://www.instagram.com/p/B2dWUj5DkwQ/

18/09/2019

Thanks to the Melbourne Graduate School of Education for sharing the experience of Master of Teaching student Eleanor who went on exchange to the Oulun yliopisto - University of Oulu!

Applications for Semester 2 2020 are open until the 25/11/2019 - check out students.unimelb.edu.au/study-overseas for more info.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PRs2oTIpsHw&feature=youtu.be

Student Exchange Program at The Oulu University, Finland.

06/09/2019

See what it's like from the other side with inbound exchange student Michael from Rutgers University! Thank you Michael for sharing your experience Rutgers Global - Study Abroad!

https://www.facebook.com/54340321450/posts/10156489701126451

Michael Luckhowec spent last spring semester studying abroad at The University of Melbourne. Here are some of his reflections.
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"I studied abroad last semester in Melbourne, Australia, and I can honestly say that it was one of the greatest experiences of my life. Starting from the very first day at my apartment complex, I told myself that I would make some changes and put myself out there more than I do back home. As such, I found myself making friends with almost everyone around me, and within a week I had a solid group of friends that I found myself spending the majority of my time around. So if nothing else, studying abroad has made me more open and willing to approach people. In short, it has made me more confident and self-assured than I was." (1/4)

Michael Luckhowec; Australia; Spring 2019

26/08/2019

If you're studying a language overseas for your upcoming exchange starting in Semester 1 2020 - the Mangold Study Abroad Scholarships will open from the 9th of September, 2019 and offer up to $20,000 to contribute towards language and culture studies!

25/08/2019

Melbourne, you are beautiful. 📸: signing off xx thanks for the luv ♥️

23/08/2019

MCG BABY 😜

22/08/2019

Free coffee is the best coffee! Free coffee for international students today💛 @ House of Cards Espresso

22/08/2019

"Walk slowly, live passionately."

Reflections on a semester of exchange at the Sciences Po Menton Campus.

https://melbourneglobal.wixsite.com/blog/single-post/2019/08/22/1-Lesson-From-Exchange

I finished my studies at Sciences Po, Paris (Menton Campus) at the end of May. Now, almost three months later, I've had enough time to reflect on just how much

21/08/2019

iconic winter market nights @ Queen Victoria Market

13/08/2019

Instagram takeovers are back for Semester 2 2019!

https://www.instagram.com/p/B1CrK3njIEI/

Follow JD Student Tayla Melbourne Law School as she commences her exchange at the University of Oslo!

12/08/2019

Language culture and everything in between, B-SCI student Ryan's wrap up of studying on exchange Technische Universität Berlin

https://melbourneglobal.wixsite.com/blog/single-post/2019/08/12/5-Things-I-Learnt-from-Exchange-in-Berlin

Science at Melbourne

Right now I’m that student with his laptop out on the plane, trying not to disturb the sleeping kid next to me with the klacks of my keyboard. Within six hours