Overseas student exchanges
High school student exchange programs
If you are a high school student in South Australia and you would like to study overseas, improve your foreign language skills, experience a different culture and make new friends, you can participate in a student exchange program that could change your life. Student exchanges can be for one school term (approximately 12 weeks), or up to one school year.
How to begin
To begin your overseas adventure, book your exchange through a registered exchange organisation which includes schools and private organisations.
These schools and organisations are approved and registered with the South Australian Student Exchange Registration Committee.
Registered student exchange schools in South Australia
| School Name | Address | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|
| Faith Lutheran College |
Magnolia Road (PO Box 296) Tanunda SA 5352 http://www.faith.sa.edu.au/ |
Phone: 8561 4200 Fax: 8563 2408 |
| Heathfield High School |
99 Longwood Road Heathfield. SA 5153 http://www.hhs.sa.edu.au |
Ph: 8139 9300 Fax: 8139 9399 |
| Immanuel College |
32 Morphett Road Novar Gardens SA 5040 http://www.immanuel.sa.edu.au/ |
Phone: 8294 3588 Fax: 8294 2658 |
| Marryatville High School |
170 Kensington Road Marryatville SA 5068 http://www.marryatvillehs.sa.edu.au |
Phone: 8304 8420 Fax: 8332 3228 |
| Mount Gambier High School |
Brownes Road Mount Gambier SA 5290 http://www.mghs.sa.edu.au |
Phone: 8725 6244 Fax: 8723 0441 |
| Mount Barker Waldorf School |
Sims Road PO Box 318 Mount Barker SA 5251 http://www.mtbarkerwaldorf.sa.edu.au/ |
Phone: 8391 0411 Fax: 8391 2386 |
| Norwood Morialta High School |
Senior School Campus 505 The Parade Magill SA 5072 http://www.nmhs.sa.edu.au |
Phone: 8364 2299 Fax: 8139 2138 |
| Willunga Waldorf School |
1 Jay Drive PO Box 730 Willunga SA 5172 http://www.willungawaldorfschool.sa.edu.au/ |
Phone: 8556 2655 Fax: 8557 1094 |
Registered student exchange organisations
| Organisation Name | Address | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|
| AFS Intercultural Programs, Australia |
Level 4, 418A Elizabeth Street SURRY HILLS NSW 2010 PO Box 5 STRAWBERRY HILLS NSW 2012 www.afs.org.au |
Phone: (02) 9215 0043 Fax: (02) 9215 0088 |
| AIIU (Australian Institute of International Understanding) |
Level 5, 18 Mt Gravatt-Capalaba Road PO Box 6427 UPPER MT GRAVATT QLD 4122 aypassist@aiiu.com.au www.aiiu.com.au |
Phone: (07) 3347 4444 Fax:: (07) 3849 0606 Toll Free: 1800 174 407 |
| Rotary District 9500 |
22 Phoenix Avenue CLARE SA 5453 Ian.howlett1@bigpond.com http://www.ryea.org.au |
Phone: 8842 2173 Mob: 0448 229 571 |
| Rotary District 9520 |
1 Darwin Avenue HAWTHORNDENE SA 5051 gsparnon@yahoo.com.au http://www.ryea.org.au | Mob: 0488 448 131 |
| Rotary District 9780 Youth Exchange |
27 Pineview Court LARA VIC 3212 chairye9780@gmail.com | Mob: 0419 223 830 |
| Southern Cross Cultural Exchange |
14 Ranelagh Drive Locked Bag 1200 MT ELIZA VIC 3930 www.scce.com.au |
Phone: (03) 9775 4711 Fax: (03) 9775 4971 Toll Free: 1800 500 501 |
| Student Exchange Australia New Zealand Ltd |
PO Box 1420 MONA VALE NSW 1660 nlorentzen@studentexchange.org.au www.studentexchange.org.au |
Phone: (02) 9997 0700 Fax: (02) 9997 0701 |
| Students of the World Ltd |
Level 1, 458 Fullarton Road MYRTLE BANK SA 5064 info@studentsoftheworld.com.au |
Phone: 8379 5726 Fax: 8379 5726 |
| YFU International Student Exchange |
13/14 Edgeworth David Ave HORNSBY NSW 2077 nationaldirector@yfu.com.au www.yfu.com.au |
Phone: (02) 9482 7177 Fax: (02) 9482 7977 |
Related information
Contact
International Education Service - Department for Education
Phone: 8226 3402
Email: decd.exchange@sa.gov.au,
Other websites
International students wishing to study abroad in South Australia
Host an international student
Tertiary student exchange programs
An increasing number of Australian students study part of their qualification in an overseas institution through a tertiary student exchange program. In addition to experiencing new cultures and learning new languages, students may also gain an advantage in joining the workforce by completing a part of their studies overseas.
All three major universities in South Australia offer their students the opportunity to complete part of their Australian qualification in a partner university overseas. Current students can apply at their university to study abroad. For information on student exchange programs including eligibility criteria, cost and travel see:
- University of Adelaide student exchange programs
- University of South Australia (Uni SA) student exchange programs
- Flinders University student exchange programs.
Applying for a place in an exchange program
You must apply through your university. The international office at your university can guide you through choosing an institution and a range of other information you will need. Once your application is successful, your university will help you plan your exchange and travel arrangements.
Study costs
The student exchange program is an affordable way of studying overseas and gaining an international experience. Exchange students continue paying tuition fees as usual to their South Australian university while they are overseas - they do not pay the host institution. Exchange students may also be eligible for financial assistance from the government while overseas - see: Study overseas website - Australian Government.
Travelling overseas
Travelling overseas and living in a new country are exciting parts of participating in an exchange program. Before travelling overseas you should always check the latest government travel advice. For other useful tips on travelling and living overseas see:
- Smart traveller website - Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
- Study overseas website - Australian Government
- australia.gov.au - Australian Government
- Travelling overseas - Medicare website
- online registration for Australians overseas - Australian Government.
Living overseas
For useful information and tips on living overseas see:
- Living overseas - Smart Traveller website
- Getting help overseas - Smart Traveller website
- Study overseas website
Related information
Other websites
Australian Passport Office
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Department of Immigration and Citizenship
