Apply for the Bond International Exchange program
Studying overseas is an incredible opportunity that can broaden your horizons, build your independence, and enhance your degree. Follow the steps below to determine your eligibility and begin your exchange journey. It's never too early to start planning!
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1. Check if Your Program is Eligible for Exchange
To participate in an exchange program, your degree must include sufficient elective subjects that can be completed at a partner university.
Generally, your program will need:
- At least four General Electives, or
- Law Electives (for Law students), or
- A combination of General Electives and Major Option subjects.
Programs with Three Electives:
Students with only three electives may still be eligible for exchange. However, some countries, including the United States, Japan, Denmark, France and more require exchange students to enrol in at least four subjects, which may limit available destinations.Restricted Programs:
Some programs have accreditation or degree structure requirements that do not allow for a semester exchange. If your program has fewer than three elective subjects available, it is not eligible for exchange. Please see the list below of some of our Restricted programs.
Faculty of Health Sciences & Medicine (HSM)- All HSM programs
Bond Business School (BBS)
- Bachelor of Actuarial Science (Honours)
- Bachelor of Actuarial Science (3-Year Program) with Finance and Data Analytics Majors
- Bachelor of Business Law
- Master of Actuarial Practice
- Master of Actuarial Science (all specialisations)
Faculty of Law
- Students Completing Law Specialisations
- Bachelor of Jurisprudence
- Students completing the following double majors:
- Climate Law
- Legal Innovation and Technology
Faculty of Society & Design (FSD)
- Bachelor of Design in Architecture
- Bachelor of Climate Change and Sustainable Action
- Bachelor of Construction Management and Quantity Surveying
- Bachelor of Journalism
- Bachelor of Global Studies
- Bachelor of Entrepreneurial Transformation / Bachelor of Global Studies
- All UG and PG Construction Programs
Postgraduate Programs
Most postgraduate programs without at least three to four elective subjects are generally not suitable for semester exchange. All Graduate Diploma programs are unable to apply for Exchange.
Please note a full list of Restricted programs is coming soon. If you are currently unsure about your program eligibility contact [email protected].
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2. Exchange Requirements
Before applying, you must meet the following requirements:
- Have three or four elective and/or optional subjects available in your degree.
- Be enrolled in an eligible program.
- Undergraduate students must have completed at least one semester at Bond University before applying.
- Postgraduate students in accelerated programs may apply during their first semester.
- Have a minimum Cumulative Percentage Average (CPA) of 65%* and maintain this until departure.
- Students applying to a Law partner university must have a minimum 70% CPA across Law subjects.
- Express Interest by attending an Exchange Information Session before applying.
Important:
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee nomination to a specific partner university. Some institutions have limited places and may have additional academic or language requirements. -
3. Express Your Interest & Attend an Information Session
Once you have confirmed your eligibility, attend an Exchange Information Session.
The session covers:
- How exchange works
- Choosing a partner university
- Mapping your study plan
- Subject approval and credit transfer
- Costs, scholarships and funding opportunities
Attendance is mandatory for all students wishing to apply for exchange.
Expression of Interest (EOI) Deadlines:
- Semester 1 Exchange: 15 June (the year before exchange)
- Semester 2 Exchange: 15 October (the year before exchange)
- Semester 3 Exchange: 15 February (same year as your exchange)
Your RSVP and attendance at an Exchange Information Session will be recorded as your Expression of Interest (EOI).
Late EOIs may be considered on a case-by-case basis. For advice, contact [email protected].
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4. Complete Your Study Plan
After attending an Information Session, you will receive a Study Plan Form via email.
At this stage, you do not need to choose a host university. The purpose of the study plan is to ensure your exchange can fit within your degree requirements and that you remain on track to graduate on time.
After completing the form, submit it to Student Assist for assessment.
Student Assist will either:
- Approve your study plan and allow you to proceed, or
- Request changes before approval can be granted.
Once approved, you can begin researching partner universities and preparing your exchange application.
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5. Research Partner Universities
With your approved study plan, it's time to research your exchange options.
We recommend selecting at least two preferred partner universities. Exchange places are limited, so having a second preference is strongly recommended.
Bond University has more than 50 partner universities around the world.
View the full list of Participating Institutions.
For each partner university, review:
- Academic calendars
- Subject availability
- Study load and credit systems
- Fact sheets
Things to Check
- Agreement type (University-wide, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Law-only, etc.)
- Semester dates
- Available subjects
- Credit transfer suitability
- Accommodation and campus information
Important
If a partner university's semester dates do not align with Bond's academic calendar, you may need to apply for a Leave of Absence, which could affect your graduation timeline.
If you are unsure which university best suits your degree, Book an exchange consultation with our Student Exchange Officer.
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6. Submit Your Exchange Application
Once you have selected your preferred universities, complete the Exchange Application Form.
The Student Exchange Officer will:
- Confirm your eligibility
- Review your study plan
- Assess the availability of exchange places
- Determine your host university allocation
You will be advised of the outcome and which partner university you have been approved to proceed with.
Important:
While we will do our best to place you at your first-choice university, this cannot be guaranteed due to limited exchange places. -
7. Complete Your Subject Approval Form
Once your exchange application has been approved and you have been allocated a host university, complete your Subject Approval Form.
You should have received this form in the follow-up email after attending the Information Session.
Before You Submit
- Read all instructions carefully.
- Review the host university's course catalogue.
- Ensure your subject selections align with your approved study plan.
- Identify 6 to 10 potential subjects to allow flexibility during enrolment.
Submit the completed form to the Exchange Office for assessment.
Important:
Subject approval confirms that a subject can be credited towards your Bond degree. It does not guarantee enrolment at the host university, as classes may be full, unavailable, cancelled, or restricted by prerequisites.For this reason, students should have multiple approved subject options.
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8. Final Step: Nomination to Your Exchange Partner
Your host university will contact you directly with instructions on how to complete their application process.
Application requirements, supporting documents and deadlines vary between institutions and countries, so it is important that you carefully follow all instructions provided by your host university.
Important
Nomination by Bond University does not guarantee admission to the host university. Students must successfully complete the host university's application process and meet any additional requirements before an official offer can be issued.
Once you receive your host university acceptance, you can begin preparing for visas, accommodation, travel arrangements and other pre-departure requirements.
Congratulations! You're on your way to becoming a Bond University exchange student. 🌏✈️