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Study abroad exchange - La Trobe at Australia 2022 - La Trobe University
Study abroad

                        latrobe.edu.au/international
and exchange
  at
       La Trobe
       Australia 2022
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La Trobe University is ranked in the

                                                                                                     top 50 universities
Welcome to                                                                                              in the Asia-Pacific Region1

La Trobe                                                                                                    We’re ranked in the

                                                                                                             top 1% of
University                                                                                                    universities
                                                                                                                  worldwide 2

                                                                                                                       Our archaeology, nursing
                                                                                                                        and sports-related subjects
                                                                                                                         are ranked in the
Founded in 1967, La Trobe University has
                                                                                                                           top 100 globally
                                                                                                                                                                          3
established a global reputation thanks to our
dedicated teachers and forward-thinking facilities.
We produce independent thinkers and highly
competent professionals across all walks of life.

                                                                                                                                  Study at our
Follow your passion and        Our Bendigo Campus lets
choose from more than
1 400 subjects offered
                               you experience the best
                               of the city and country.                                                                             Melbourne
                                                                                                                                     or Bendigo
at our Melbourne and           The centre of Victoria’s
Bendigo campuses.              1850s gold rush, Bendigo
                               has a rich multicultural
Located north of the city      history and is now a                                                                                     campuses 4
centre, our Melbourne          modern city with a thriving
Campus is set among            food and arts scene,
extensive parkland,            while still surrounded        One of the world’s
waterways and a native
wildlife reserve that’s home
                               by native bushland.           top universities
to emus, kangaroos and                                       La Trobe Business School has been
koalas. When it’s time to                                    accredited by AACSB International –
                                                             the highest standard of achievement
take a break from study,
                                                             for business schools worldwide.
enjoy the many activities
available on campus or                                       We’ve also received a five-star
team up with new friends                                     rating in the QS Stars rating
                                                             system for our performance in
and escape into Victoria’s
                                                             vital areas like teaching, graduate
beautiful surrounds.                                         employability, internationalisation,
                                                             facilities and inclusiveness.4

                                                                                                                                                      1. Times Higher Education (THE), 2019,
                                                                                                                                                             Best universities in the Asia-Pacific region 2019.
                                                                                                                                                        2. T imes Higher Education (THE), 2021, World University
                                                                                                                                                               Rankings 2022; Consejo Superior de Investigaciones.
                                                                                                                                                                Científicas (CSIC), 2021, Ranking Web of Universities.
                                                                                                                                                              3. Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), 2021,
                                                                2021                                                                                                QS World University Rankings by Subject 2021.
                                                                                                                                                                 4.  QStars rating 2021.
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2 | Life in Melbourne                                                                                                    La Trobe University   Study abroad and exchange at La Trobe Australia 2022   Life in Melbourne | 3

Life in
Melbourne
Want to study in a vibrant, multicultural city, regularly topping the list
of the world’s most liveable cities? 1 Currently ranked in the top ten
student cities in the world, and first in Australia, 2 Melbourne is a
popular destination for people from around the globe. With a diverse
student community, you will feel safe and supported here.

Your city of culture                  A city for all tastes                     Australia’s sporting capital
From Melbourne’s hidden               Melbourne enjoys a well-earned            Melbourne is the sporting capital
laneways to its distinctive           reputation for outstanding food           of Australia and plays host to an
surrounding suburbs, you’ll love      and coffee.                               impressive range of sporting events.
the cafés, pubs, bars, galleries,                                               Find your new sporting passion
                                      You’ll find a variety of authentic,
festivals, shopping and sport.                                                  or watch one of your favourites.
                                      affordable and delicious options
Melbourne’s energetic cultural        at Melbourne’s diverse range of           Attempt to understand a game of
scene hosts a huge array              restaurants and eateries. Feel like       cricket, Australian football or rugby.
of exciting festivals. Enjoy          Vietnamese? Chinese? Maybe                Hold on to your hat at the Formula 1
the Melbourne International           Greek or Italian is what you’re           Australian Grand Prix. Grab a seat
Comedy Festival, the Melbourne        after. Or does Ethiopian or Korean        at the Australian Open. Get into the
International Film Festival or        take your fancy? Enjoy foods from         action in the Melbourne Marathon.
the Melbourne Writers Festival.       all cultures, hunt down a taste of        Or head down to Bells Beach for the
                                      home or just enjoy steak night at         Rip Curl Pro surfing competition.
Like to stray off the beaten path?
                                      the local pub.
Try Melbourne Fringe. Have a
keen sense of style? Melbourne        For indulgent weekend mornings,
Fashion Week is waiting for you.      find a café and nestle in with
And there’s a wide variety of         breakfast, friends and the
music festivals and street parties,   newspaper. If you like to eat,
including the all-night, city-wide    you won’t leave disappointed.
White Night, where Melbourne
comes to life in a blaze of colour.

Get a head start
Getting around Melbourne is easy with our
extensive network of trains, trams, buses                1. Economist Global Liveability Ranking 2010-2017.
and bicycle paths.                                       2. QS Best Student Cities 2022.                                                       Princes Bridge and the Yarra River.
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4 | Life in Victoria                                                                      La Trobe University   Study abroad and exchange at La Trobe Australia 2022                                   Life in Victoria | 5

Life in
Victoria

                                                                                                                                                                       Bendigo
                                                                                                                                                                       Bendigo is a vibrant hub in regional Victoria.
                                                                                                                                                                       Originally the epicentre of the 1850s goldrush,
The Great Ocean Road, Victoria.                                                                                                                                        it is rich in Australian history and features
                                                                                                                                                                       grand, Victorian-era architecture. Bendigo
                                                                                                                                                                       also has a strong multicultural history, with
                                                                                                                                                                       one in five members of its early population
                                                                                                                                                                       emigrating from China. Now a large and
                                                                                                                                                                       modern city, it remains surrounded by native
                                                                                                                                                                       bushland. This gives it a bright yet relaxed
Away from the cities,
                                                                                                                                                                       energy and ensures a rich and focused
Victoria has a wealth                                                                                                                                                  learning experience.
of attractions for
nature lovers.
Sprawling coastlines. Breath-
taking mountain ranges.
Beautiful countryside. And
thriving communities everywhere
you turn. Originally inhabited
by the Aboriginal people of the
Kulin nation, Victoria is now
home to over 6.5 million people                                                                                           The Murray River near Mildura.
from every part of the world.
Victoria’s size makes it easy to                                                                                                                                       Ride aboard Bendigo’s vintage tram.
explore. Rent a car, catch a train
or book a tour to see the Great
Ocean Road, Phillip Island, the
Otways, Wilsons Promontory
and wineries in the Yarra Valley.
Go hiking in the You Yangs or the
Grampians. Visit the historic cities
of Healesville and Castlemaine,
or take in the alpine wilderness
of the Snowy Mountains area.

                                       Learn to surf at one of Victoria’s many beaches.                                   An early morning balloon ride.               Sacred Heart Cathedral.
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6 | Experiencing La Trobe                                                                                                              La Trobe University   Study abroad and exchange at La Trobe Australia 2021                          Experiencing La Trobe | 7

Experiencing
La Trobe
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Campus life offers
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       • Student support services
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       • Library facilities
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       • Fitness centres
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       • Cafés and shops
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       • On-campus social activities
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       • Clubs and societies

La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science Building, Melbourne

Make your time at                                                               Melbourne Campus                                                             Bendigo Campus
La Trobe memorable.                                                             La Trobe’s Melbourne Campus                                                  Get the best of the city and the
There’s more to La Trobe than just         Events
                                                                                combines parkland beauty with a
                                                                                vibrant campus culture filled with
                                                                                                                                                             country at our Bendigo Campus.
                                                                                                                                                             You’ll join more than 5 000
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Our new La Trobe
going to class and completing
assignments. Get to know your
                                           We host events that educate,
                                           entertain and inspire. From public
                                                                                cafés, shops and a multi-level                                               students at La Trobe’s second-                         Sports Park
                                                                                library. It’s also one of Australia’s                                        biggest campus, and you’ll be
fellow students, join one of the           lectures and entrepreneurship                                                                                                                                            The world-class La Trobe Sports Park
                                                                                largest university campuses.                                                 studying at the region’s largest
many clubs and societies, attend           workshops to social events,                                                                                                                                              for teaching, research, community
                                                                                You’ll have access to state-of-the-                                          provider of higher education.
an event or lace up the boots and          there’s a wealth of opportunities    art facilities, including our brand                                          You can take your pick from                            participation and elite sport.
get active.                                for you to get involved.             new technology and business                                                  more than 50 degrees, and with
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Stage 2 now open:
Clubs and societies                        Sports                               labs, the La Trobe Institute for                                             the CBD just nearby, it’s the perfect
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    latrobe.edu.au/sports-park
La Trobe has more than 90 clubs                                                 Molecular Science and our very                                               place to live and learn. It’s a
                                           Join a team or take advantage
and societies for you to join. From                                             own Wildlife Sanctuary.                                                      great time to start, as we’ve just
                                           of our on-campus Sports Centre,
animal rights and archaeology to                                                                                                                             given the campus a A$50 million
                                           which offers a range of services
swing dancing and board games,                                                                                                                               upgrade, so you’ll benefit from
                                           to keep you fit and healthy while
there’s bound to be something to                                                                                                                             world-class learning facilities as
                                           you study.
excite your interest.                                                                                                                                        you prepare for your future career.

                                                                                                                        27 000+ students                     5 000+ students
                                                                                                                        Learn more:                          Learn more:
                                                                                                                        latrobe.edu.au/int-melbourne         latrobe.edu.au/int-bendigo
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8 | Subject areas                                                                                                           La Trobe University   Study abroad and exchange at La Trobe Australia 2022                                             Subject areas | 9

Subject
areas
At La Trobe, you can
customise your study plan
with a wide selection of
subjects offered.

Arts, humanities and                 Creative arts                                  Languages
social sciences                      y Screen                                       y Chinese
y Aboriginal studies                 y Theatre                                      y French
y Anthropology                       y Visual arts1                                 y Hindi
y Archaeology                        y Writing                                      y Italian
y Art history                        Education                                      y Japanese
y Classics and ancient history       y Early childhood education                    y Greek studies
y Creative and professional          y Education studies                            y Spanish
  writing
                                     y Physical, health and outdoor                 Law
y Crime, justice and legal studies     education1
y English                            y Primary education                            Science
y Gender, sexuality and diversity    y Secondary education                          y Agricultural sciences
  studies
                                     Engineering                                    y Animal and veterinary biosciences
y History                            y Civil engineering                            y Biochemistry
y Human geography                    y Industrial engineering                       y Biological sciences
y International studies
                                     Health sciences2                               y Biomedical science
y Latin American studies             y Exercise science                             y Botany
y Linguistics                        y Health and sustainability1                   y Chemistry
y Media studies                      y Health promotion                             y Genetics
y Politics                           y Human nutrition                              y Mathematics
y Screen studies                     y Human physiology and                         y Microbiology
y Sociology                            anatomy                                      y Molecular biology1
y Sustainability and development     y Nursing                                      y Nanotechnology
Business and economics               y Pharmacy1                                    y Pharmaceutical chemistry1
y Accounting                         y Public health                                y Physics
y Agribusiness                       y Social work                                  y Psychology
y Digital Marketing                  Information Technology                         y Statistics
y Economics                          y Computer science                             y Wildlife and conservation biology
y Event management                   y Cybersecurity                                y Zoology
y Financial management               y Information technology                                                                                                                                            Tuition fees
y Human resource management
                                                                                                                                                                                                         The tuition fees for the 2022 Study abroad
y International business                                                                                                                                                                                 program per semester are shown below.
y Management
                                                                                                                                                                                                         • Four-subject option (60 credit points):
y Marketing                                                                                                                                                                                                A$9 400
y Sport management                                                                                                                                                                                       • Three-subject option (45 credit points):
y Tourism and hospitality                                                                                                                                                                                  A$7 050
                                                                                                                                                                                                         Please note that exchange students with
                                                                                                                                                                                                         an official nomination from their home
                                                                                                                                                                                                         institution are not required to pay tuition
                                                                                                                                                                                                         fees to La Trobe University.
                                                                                                                                                                                                         Tuition fees are subject to change annually.
                                                                                                                                                                                                         60 credit points (four subjects) is a full-time study load at La
                                     Please note: Not all subjects are offered at all campuses.                                                                                                          Trobe University. If your home institution requires a five-subject
                                     1. Bendigo Campus only.                                                                                                                                             enrolment, special approval will be required by La Trobe University
                                     2. Entry into some health sciences subjects is restricted and cannot be guaranteed.                                                                                and additional fees will apply.
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10 | How to apply                                                              La Trobe University   Study abroad and exchange at La Trobe Australia 2022                                                                                             How to apply | 11

How to
apply
So, you’ve decided to
study, you’ve weighed   1. Determine if study abroad or exchange                                                                          4. Attach supporting documents
up your options and     Study abroad                                                                                                      Complete your application by scanning and uploading the following
you’ve found subjects   If your home institution does not have an exchange agreement with                                                 documents to the Student Portal:
that are right for      La Trobe University or an exchange place is not available to you,                                                 y copy of your official academic transcript (if your transcript
                        you can come and study as a fee-paying study abroad student
you. Now it’s time                                                                                                                          is not in English, please provide a certified English translation)
                        for one or two semesters and pay tuition fees to La Trobe.
to apply to study at                                                                                                                      y evidence of your English language proficiency, if you are from
                        Exchange                                                                                                            a non-English speaking country
La Trobe University.
                        If you are officially nominated by your home institution to study                                                 y copy of your passport ID page.
                        at La Trobe University under a reciprocal exchange agreement,
Here’s how to apply     you can apply as an exchange student and pay tuition fees
in six easy steps.      to your home institution.                                                                                         5. Accept your offer
                                                                                                                                          Once your application is approved, you will receive an email with
                        2. Check entry requirements and choose                                                                            your offer letter and a step-by-step guide on how to accept your offer,
                        your subjects                                                                                                     pay your tuition fees and provide any outstanding documents.

                        Make sure you meet the academic and English language requirements
                        for your subjects: latrobe.edu.au/international/study/australia/apply                                             6. Apply for your student visa
                        Choose your subjects: handbook.latrobe.edu.au
                                                                                                                                          Once you have accepted your offer you will receive a
                                                                                                                                          Confirmationof Enrolment (CoE). This enables you
                        3. Apply online in 3 steps                                                                                        to apply for an Australian student visa.
                                                                                                                                          latrobe.edu.au/international/prepare/visa
                        Step 1
                        Access the International Online Application System and register as a
                        new user: latrobe.edu.au/international/study/australia/apply

                        Step 2
                        Access your email to retrieve your username and password.

                        Step 3
                        Log in to start your online application.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Important dates
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Semester 2, 2022
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 • Orientation: Mid July
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 • Semester dates: End July to end November
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Semester 1, 2023
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 • Orientation: Mid February
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 • Semester dates: End February to end June
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 (Exact dates will be provided with offer)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Learn more:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 latrobe.edu.au/calendar/academic-calendar

                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Application deadlines
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Semester 2, 2022 (July to November)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 • Study abroad: Mid June 2022
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 • Exchange: Mid March 2022
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Semester 1, 2023 (February to June)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 • Study abroad: Mid January 2023
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 • Exchange: Mid November 2022
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            1.	Apply through UAC for courses offered at the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 (2023 dates are indicative
                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Mildura,      and yet to or
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Albury-Wodonga  beSydney
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          confirmed)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                campuses
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12 | Accommodation and living costs                                                                                 La Trobe University   Study abroad and exchange at La Trobe Australia 2022                                      How to apply | 13

Accommodation
and living costs
La Trobe University                   Accommodation                        Living costs
is more than just a                   Living on campus                     Making the decision to study
place to live. You’ll                 On-campus accommodation              overseas is exciting and life                                                                                         La Trobe University acknowledges that our
                                                                           changing. Before you leave, it is                                                                                     campuses are located on the lands of many
have memorable                        is convenient and secure, with
                                                                           important to consider the costs                                                                                       Traditional Custodians in Victoria and New
                                      university classes only a short
experiences, develop                  walk from your room. You’ll have     of living in Australia.                                                                                               South Wales. We recognise their ongoing
lifelong friendships and              access to furnished bedrooms,        For a detailed list of the average
                                                                                                                                                                                                 connection to the land and value their unique
be part of a supportive,              shared kitchens and bathrooms,       estimate of the costs associated                                                                                      contribution to the University and wider
                                      along with areas to study, relax                                                                                                                           Australian society.
safe and social                       and exercise.
                                                                           with your studies, so that you
                                                                           can start planning, please visit:
community.                                                                                                                                                                                       La Trobe University is committed to providing
                                      We offer a range of catered and      latrobe.edu.au/study/life/living/costs                                                                                opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait
                                      non-catered accommodation                                                                                                                                  Islander people, both as individuals and
                                      options at our Melbourne and                                                                                                                               communities, through teaching and learning,
                                      Bendigo campuses.                                                                                                                                          research and community partnerships
                                      latrobe.edu.au/on-campus                                                                                                                                   across all our campuses.
                                                                                                                                                                                                 The wedge-tailed eagle (Aquila audax)
                                      Study support                                                                                                                                              is one of the world’s largest and the
                                      We provide our residents with                                                                                                                              Wurundjeri people – Traditional Owners of
                                      free academic mentoring and                                                                                                                                the land where our Melbourne campuses
                                      support. You’ll have access                                                                                                                                are located – know the wedge-tailed eagle as
                                      to a textbook borrowing                                                                                                                                    Bunjil, the creator spirit of the Kulin Nations.
                                      scheme, specialist subject
                                      tutors, workshops and more.                                                                                                                                There is a special synergy between Bunjil
                                                                                                                                                                                                 and the La Trobe University logo of an eagle.
                                      Health and wellbeing                                                                                                                                       The symbolism and significance for both
                                      Services include:                                                                                                                                          La Trobe and for Aboriginal people challenges
                                      y individual counselling                                                                                                                                   us all to gamagoen yarrbat – to soar.
                                      y group programs and workshops
                                      y self-help resources
                                      y 24-hour student support hotline.
                                      latrobe.edu.au/accommodation

                                      Off-campus accommodation
                                      If living on campus isn’t for you,
                                      we can help you find off-campus
                                      accommodation close to the
                                      University, including:
                                      y share housing
                                      y hostels and rooming houses
                                      y private rental vacancies
                                      y student apartments.

Cost of Living
The Australian Government advises that
you allow A$1 690 per month for living
in Australia.
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Our campus locations

                                                                                     MILDURA                                                                            SYDNEY

                                                                                                                N e w So u th Wal es

                                                                                                                                          ALBURY-WODONGA

                                                                              V i c to ri a
                                                                                                                          SHEPPARTON
                                                                                              BENDIGO

                                                                                                                       MELBOURNE
                                                                                                        CITY

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