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Global goes virtual

International travel is on hold right now, but our global program providers have adapted quickly to bring you invaluable global opportunities

Below you will find a range of invaluable global online opportunities: short courses, online internships, leadership forums, and cultural immersion experiences to suit your interests and enhance your studies  – without any of the jetlag!

UOW's Global Learning Online Programs have been designed to breakdown barriers and make global learning experiences accessible to everyone.

Providing opportunities to learn, connect or intern with universities and organisations globally, the programs offer a variety of options across a range of discipline areas, all without leaving home.

Expand your horizons

  • Develop your global cultural awareness and communication skills
  • Be exposed to the expertise and knowledge of industry professionals and global companies
  • Enhance your CV with a unique international experience and set yourself apart
  • Network with like-minded people from around the globe
  • Develop your digital literacy in an online learning environment that you can mould to your schedule
  • Finance and grants available for eligible students
  • Receive academic credit towards your degree (subject to faculty consideration)

Scholarships and Grants

A number of scholarships and grants are available to eligible applicants to help you meet costs associated with the programs.

and give yourself something exciting to look forward to!

such a valuable experience I would recommend to anyone who was willing to challenge themselves outside of their comfort zone Mahame Watanbe Online Summer School: Russian Language and Culture | Samara National Research University

Applying for a global online program is the same as applying for a global short course program. Just follow these two simple steps:

  1. Apply directly to the provider of your virtual program
  2. Submit our online short course application to apply for credit approval
  • Global online learning programs are open to all students, both domestic and international. However, some programs may have their own additional eligibility criteria. Please refer to your preferred program to see any further requirements.
  • New colombo plan grants are only on offer to Domestic UOW students, not available for UOW International students. 

Can I receive credit?

Most global learning online programs are designed for credit in the same way global short course programs are. You can seek credit approval from your faculty via our online short course application.

Please note: Credit approval is at the sole discretion of your faculty.

Is funding available?

While OS Help Loans are not available for any global learning online programs, some program providers are offering scholarship opportunities. Please refer to the specific program summaries for further details below. For further information about funding options, please contact the Office of Global Student Mobility.

 Students must meet all funding criteria in order to qualify for funding, included but not limited to the following:

  • You must be an active UOW student
  • You must be an Australian citizen (or permanent resident for Endeavour Leadership Program funding)
  • You must submit an application to their faculty to receive credit for the program.

When can I participate?

There are a range of programs available to students at any given time. However, each program varies in duration and date. In this way, you are able to choose a program that best suits your schedule.

Program dates and application deadlines can be found below.

Short term opportunities


Opportunities with funding

Program: Virtual Impact Programs
Provider: Project Everest
About: The Project Everest Virtual Impact Program is offering all the benefits of an international experience without any of the barriers. This program will teach students how to build a successful career while creating positive social impacts, all from the comfort of your home via virtual delivery. Project Everest Ventures has teamed up with leading industry experts, experienced social entrepreneurs, impact partner organisations, and the B Corporation community to bring you a taste of social enterprise unlike any other.
Location: Virtual
Dates:

  • 29 November – 23 December 2021
  • 3 – 28 January 2022
  • 31 January – 25 February 2022

Grants available: UOW has grants available to cover the full cost* of the program through the Australian Government’s New Colombo Plan.

To secure your spot and for more information visit Project Everest Ventures website

Program: Virtual International Internships with CRCC Asia
Provider: CRCC Asia
About: Virtual international internships provide the unique opportunity to participate in real working environments from the comfort of your own home. You’ll be fully supervised and supported as you gain industry knowledge from within your chosen career field, after which you’ll be able to add the host company to your resume as you would with any other internship.
Register for their Webinar Series to learn more.
Location: Virtual
Dates: 1, 2 and 3 month internships
Grants available:

  • UOW has fully funded* grants for a short-term CRCC Asia internship available through the Australian Government’s New Colombo Plan.

Other programs 

Program: AGU Japanese Culture Box - FREE IMMERSION PROGRAM
Provider: Aoyama Gakuin University 
About:  Aoyama Gakuin University have created a program that visualizes an overview of some of the Japanese culture-related subjects that can be studied in English. In addition, an introduction into the unique culture of Japan. In participating in this program, you will deepen your interest in Japan, Japanese culture, as well as offering you an opportunity to consider studying abroad at AGU one day.
Location: Virtual 
Dates: Self paced

 

Program: KGU Winter School 2022 Japan Studies Program
Provider: Kwansei Gakuin University
About: This three-week program is designed for students who wish to study about “Cool Japan”, which includes contemporary Japanese culture and products such as animation, manga, games, Japanese traditional cuisines and commodities. Through lessons taught entirely in English, you will learn about Japan’s cultural and creative industries that shape “Cool Japan” from a business studies and social sciences perspective, while classes on Japanese pop culture will examine the history and characteristics of manga and anime.
Location: Hybrid
Dates: 31 January - 18 February 2022
Application deadline: Nominations are due by 11 November 2021, final application deadline required by 30 November 2021

 

Program: Sophia Online January Session 2022 
Provider: Sophia University
About: In 2022, the January Session will be hosted entirely online, with all courses conducted live or with a mix of real-time and on-demand classes to maximize both interaction with lecturers and fellow students and flexible delivery across different time zones. By participating in scheduled live classes and completing on-demand lessons, you will be able to delve into Japanese language, culture and contemporary social issues, and earn credits upon successful course completion, wherever you are in the world.
Location: Virtual
Dates: 7 - 28 January 2022
Application deadline: 24 November 2021

 

Program: Online Bachelor European Summer Program Australia/New Zealand
Provider: WHU Otto Beisheim School of Management
About: By participating in WHU’s short-term online program, which is specifically designed for undergraduate business students from Australia and New Zealand, you will get the chance to learn more about the international business world in Europe. Being among Europe’s top-ranked business schools, WHU provides you with a unique learning experience. You will have the opportunity to attend interactive live class meetings and work together with students from different locations via virtual breakout sessions.
Location: Virtual
Dates: 16 - 28 January 2022
Application deadline: 1 December 2021

 

Program: ESSCA Online Winter Programme
Provider: ESSCA School of Management 
About: This program is eligible to Postgraduate students and includes a package of two courses taught in English. The courses will be:

Location: Hybrid/Online
Dates: 10 - 30 January 2021
Nomination deadline: 5 December 2021

 

Program: Mishpatim Seminar on Israeli and International Law 
Provider: Hebrew University of Jerusalem
About: This course introduces students to the Israeli legal system, while focusing on current issues at the core of the Israeli legal debate. As a participant, you’ll examine key questions related to the identity of the Israeli state, including Jerusalem; the interaction with the Palestinian population in Israel and in the Occupied Territories; and the status of refugees
Location: Virtual
Dates: 3 - 28 January 2022
Application deadline: 6 December 2021

Program: Online Winter School
Provider: School of Economics, Fudan University
About: English-taught program courses bearing in economics, finance, management, data science, etc. The application for our Winter School is now available, and both international and Chinese students interested in the courses offered are welcome to attend.
Location: Virtual
Dates: 20 December 2021 - 16 January 2022
Application deadline: 5 December 2021

 

Program: Soochow University International Programs - 2021 Summer Session
Provider: Soochow University 
About: Soochow University International Programs offers intensive three week programs at both undergraduate and post-graduate levels in economics, management, and more. Through taking two fully accredited courses, you can truly capitalize on your summer vacation time by learning virtually whilst also gainging a cultural immersion experience while also stay on track for your graduation.
Location: Virtual 
Dates: 13 December 2021 | 27 December 2021 - 8 January 2022 | 15 January 2022
Application deadline: 3 December 2021

Program: The Cultural Heritage of Europe - Online Winter School
Provider: University of Pécs
About: Thisonline program provides you with a detailed understanding of the politics, economics and societies of Europe. Students can learn together for two weeks and broaden their professional views by integrating European aspects. During the program they will develop an in-depth understanding of the major interests, institutions and ideas that shape the politics, economics and societies of Europe. Students can study Europe from a variety of perspectives in our interdisciplinary program which is composed of various classes related to European economics, politics, culture, history and social concepts. It examines several compelling and unique topics including political and economic transitions, the current role of the European Union, migration and security in the region.
Location: Online
Dates: 7 - 18 February 2022
Application deadline: 13 December 2021

 

 * fully funded grants are available only to Australian citizens.

Semester opportunities

Semester internship opportunities with funding

  • Gain work experience in the field of your choice through a 12-week international virtual internship, offered through three of UOW’s Third Party Partners.
  • All of these programs are FULLY FUNDED* through Australian Government funding, so your internship placement (normally costing between $1500 and $5000) is completely FREE*!
  • Internships can be part time, meaning you can complete while also studying. Academic credit may also be available for these internships, please consult with your UOW faculty for further information. Please note you must be receiving academic credit for your program in order to receive an NCP grant.

CRCC Asia Virtual Internship Program: Complete a 12 –week virtual internship in the field of your choice at an international company in Asia. Placements are available in the following countries: China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea, Republic of (South Korea), Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam

In addition to the internship, the virtual internship program includes weekly Google hangouts discussions, bi-weekly business webinars, an internship coach, and access to language courses and the CareerBridge internship curriculum modules.

We have several grants available to cover the cost of this program, offered through the Australian Government’s New Colombo Plan.

Dates: Internships begin every two weeks on a rolling basis. Students should apply at least 8 weeks prior to planned commencement of the internship. 

Further information: Remote Internships | Guaranteed Work Placements | CRCC Asia

CISaustralia Virtual Internship Program in China, Hong Kong, Japan, USA, or South Africa:

Complete a 12-week virtual internship in the field of your choice at a company in China, Hong Kong, Japan, the USA, or South Africa. There are grants available for internships in China, Japan or Hong Kong through the Australian Government’s New Colombo Plan , to cover the cost of the placement.

In addition to the internship, also included in the programs are cultural workshops, weekly newsletters, a preparation guide and session, an orientation, and a final supervisor evaluation.

Dates: Rolling. Students must apply 4-8 weeks prior to planned commencement of internship. 

Further information: Internships Abroad for Australian University Students | Intern Overseas |CISAustralia

Semester study opportunities 

While face-to-face overseas study has been cancelled for the time being, why not consider studying 1 or 2 subjects from our overseas partner institutions in 2022. Shake up your semester, diversify your degree and build your resume by studying concurrently at UOW and overseas online.

*NCP funding is available for some Asia pacific partner universities

Partner Institutions offering online semester study:

Brazil

  • PUC RIO

Canada

  • McMaster University
  • University of Alberta
  • University of Waterloo
  • University of Manitoba

China

  • Wuhan University*

Fiji

  • University of the South Pacific*

France

  • University of Tours

Germany

  • Leibniz University Hannover
  • University of Mannheim

Hong Kong

Italy

  • University of Bologna
  • University for Foreigners of Siena

Japan

  • Hiroshima Shudo University*
  • Kobe University*
  • Kwansei Gakuin University*

Mexico

  • Universidad Iberoamericana Mexico City

New Zealand

  • University of Auckland

South Korea

  • Kyung Hee University

Spain

  • Universidad de Deusto

Turkey 

  • Koc University

UK

  • University of Birmingham

USA

For more information or to apply, contact our office at study-overseas@uow.edu.au

 

 

Semester opportunities

Semester internship opportunities with funding

Gain work experience in the field of your choice through a 12-week international virtual internship, offered through three of UOW’s Third Party Partners. All of these programs are FULLY FUNDED* through Australian Government funding, so your internship placement (normally costing between $1500 and $5000) is completely FREE! Internships are part time, meaning you can complete while also studying. Academic credit may also be available for these internships, please consult with your UOW faculty for further information. 

HEX Global Internship Program in Asia: Complete 1 week full time of the incredible HEX Discovery training, and then complete an 11 week internship in the field of your choice. Placements are available in the following countries:  China, India, Japan, Singapore, or Hong Kong

Dates: 22 Feb-14 May
Deadline to apply: 15 Jan 2021
Grants available: We have 46 grants available for this program through the Australian Government’s New Colombo Plan program.

HEX Global Internship Program in the USA, UK, Europe, Africa, or South America with ‘HEXtras’: Complete 1 week full time of the incredible HEX Discovery training, and then complete an 11 week internship in the field of your choice. Placements are available in the following countries: Canada, Chile, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Italy, South Africa, Spain, United Kingdom, USA

Dates: 22 Feb-14 May
Deadline to apply: 15 Jan 2021
Grants available: We have 12 grants valued at $5000 with ‘HEXtras’ available for this program through the Australian Governments Endeavour Leadership Program. In addition to the discovery training and internship, students receiving a ‘HEXtras’ grant will also receive:

  • 10 hours of career or startup coaching from HEX global mentor network
  • 1-year full access/pro membership: No Code Academy
  • 1-year Access to HEX exclusive industry events
  • Full HEX merchandise, as well as AWS credits, GitHub Education Pack, and industry discounts from the HEX industry network
  • 1-year access HEX online professional community
  • Discounts on future HEX international programs

Further information: HEX Internships — Hacker Exchange

 

CRCC Asia Virtual Internship Program: Complete a 12 –week virtual internship in the field of your choice at an international company in Asia. Placements are available in the following countries: China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea, Republic of (South Korea), Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam

In addition to the internship, the virtual internship program includes weekly Google hangouts discussions, bi-weekly business webinars, an internship coach, and access to language courses and the CareerBridge internship curriculum modules.

We have 15 grants available to cover the cost of this program, offered through the Australian Government’s New Colombo Plan.

Dates: Internships begin every two weeks on a rolling basis. Students should apply at least 8 weeks prior to planned commencement of the internship. 

Further information: Remote Internships | Guaranteed Work Placements | CRCC Asia

CISaustralia Virtual Internship Program in China, Hong Kong, USA, or South Africa:

Complete a 12-week virtual internship in the field of your choice at a company in China, Hong Kong, the USA, or South Africa. There are 19 grants available through the Australian Government’s New Colombo Plan, and Endeavour Leadership Program, to cover the cost of the placement.

In addition to the internship, also included in the programs are cultural workshops, weekly newsletters, a preparation guide and session, an orientation, and a final supervisor evaluation.

Dates: Rolling. Students must apply 4-8 weeks prior to planned commencement of internship. Students planning to study in the USA or South Africa must begin their internships no later than 30 April 2021.

Further information: Internships Abroad for Australian University Students | Intern Overseas (cisaustralia.com.au)

Semester study opportunities 

Why not consider studying 1 or 2 subjects from our overseas partner institutions in 2021. Shake up your semester, diversify your degree and build your resume by studying concurrently at UOW and overseas online.

  • University of Auckland, New Zealand
  • University of British Columbia, Canada
  • University of Toronto, Canada
  • University of Victoria, Canada
  • University of Calgary, Canada
  • Tec de Monterry, Mexico
  • California State University, Chico, USA
  • California State University, Long Beach, USA
  • University of Connecticut, USA
  • Northern Arizona University, USA
  • NC State, USA
  • University of Leeds, UK
  • University of Tours, France
  • Kwansei Gakuin University, Japan

 For more information or to apply, contact our office at study-overseas@uow.edu.au