Exchange Brochure 2017

Destination: World

Bond University International Exchange Program

So, what exactly is exchange?

Imagine another student from a leading university overseas who wants to come to Australia for a semester, and you want to go to their city. Essentially, you swap spots with that student.

You continue to pay your tuition to Bond and receive credit for your Bond degree to ensure you graduate on time.

The only difference - you get to see the world.

Why go?

GAIN INSIGHT INTO YOUR HOST COUNTRY There is no better way to learn more about the country you are interested in, than living and studying there.

CULTURAL EXPERIENCE You will get to experience a culture vastly different from your own, adapting to the different customs, values and language of your host country.

TRAVEL

INDEPENDENCE

Travel to nearby countries during your time on exchange to broaden your cultural horizons even further.

Through the initial planning and preparation of the exchange as well as overcoming any challenges while you’re overseas, you develop greater independence.

LIVE OVERSEAS Student exchange not enough?

Sometimes exchange becomes the determining factor of where to reside after graduating.

CAREER PROSPECTS Build connections throughout the world both personally and professionally.

There is a world of

opportunity and we’re here to help you

discover it

Whether you want to climb the Eiffel Tower in Paris, experience the stunning canals of Denmark, feel the thrill of college sport in the USA or Canada, the adventures abroad are endless.

When you choose to study at one of Bond’s 80+ prestigious international partner institutions, you are setting yourself up for an experience to enrich and diversify your Bond journey. Our network of exclusive partnerships with world leading universities will expose you to new friendships, provide a global edge to your degree, and you will learn more about yourself than ever before.

The Netherlands is a special place. I have grown in every capacity on my exchange at Leiden University: intellectually, practically and spiritually. I think when people say ‘I have come back a changed person’ - it means they have matured in their identity and character by discovering things about themselves that they didn’t know before.

Through excelling in my studies and relationships with people, I look forward to coming back “changed”. This experience of a lifetime has given me a platform to launch into a bigger world, sooner than I ever thought would be possible.

Mikayla Brier-Mills Bachelor of Laws Leiden University, Netherlands

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These are just some of our exchange partner universities.

For a full list go to bond.edu.au/exchange

EUROPE Belgium • Ghent University Denmark • Aalborg University • Copenhagen Business School France • ESCP-EAP Paris School of Management • Universite Paris 1 Pantheon-Sorbonne Germany • European Business School • Freie University of Berlin • WHU Otto Beisheim School of Management Iceland • University of Iceland Ireland • National University of Ireland Maynooth Netherlands • Leiden University Norway • University of Oslo • BI Norwegian Business School Poland • Kozminski University Sweden • Lund University • Stockholm University

THE AMERICAS Canada • St Francis Xavier University • University of Waterloo • University of Western Ontario Mexico • Universidad Iberoamericana USA • Bentley University • Clemson University • Duke University • Hawai’i Pacific University • Stony Brook University • University of Delaware • University of Southern California Chile • Universidad del Desarrollo

Steps to going on exchange Meet with the International Exchange Office

Semester 1

Semester 2

Attend Info Session and apply

Get ready Get set...

Semester 3

ASIA China • Fudan University • Soochow University • Tsinghua University India • Indian School of Business • OP Jindal Global University Japan • Aichi Gaukin University • J.F Oberlin University • Osaka University Singapore • Nanyang Technological University • Singapore Management University South Korea • Soongsil University • Yonsei University Taiwan • Soochow University, Taiwan • National Yunlin University, Taiwan Thailand • Mahidol University International College

Semester 4

Return

Last semester at Bond

Go! Semester 5

Disclaimer: Standard semester for undergraduate students to go on exchange are semesters 4 or 5.

Postgraduate students are assessed on a case by case basis.

My time at Kingston University, London was easily the best time of my life! I had such an amazing experience, travelled to every corner of Europe, met and made friends for life and broadened my global perspective. This exchange taught me invaluable life skills and I have returned a changed person. I could not recommend going on exchange more, you won’t regret it!

Lily Hoffmann Bachelor of Journalism Kingston University, London

lily ho ffmann I completed a semester exchange at Hawai’i Pacific University. Without a doubt it was the best experience of my university life. If you love nature, adventure, and travel, it is the place for you. I met so many amazing people, from so many diverse cultures. I learnt more in these four months than I ever thought possible.

The academic side of school in Hawaii was very similar to that at Bond, so I didn’t experience too much culture shock. The classroom environment was relaxed and welcoming, and they highly valued class discussion and interaction. It is clear to see how beautiful Hawaii is, and the hiking and adventuring never got old. I highly recommend an exchange at HPU.

Carly Stevens Bachelor of Business Hawai’i Pacific University, Hawaii

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I was fortunate to study at Osaka University. Japan is one of many culturally rich countries within Asia, and throws you right in the deep end of life. I mean this in the most positive way. Trekking out in the snowy mountains of Hokkaido, escaping to Seoul for the weekend, 12 hour bike trips and so much more to explore. It’s staggering, knowing just how much I could achieve in a single year. I met incredible people from all corners of the world, and together we explored Japan. This made for incredible memories. I took so much away from this experience.

Sebastian Thomas Bachelor of Laws / Arts Osaka University, Japan

sebasti an thom as After spending a life-changing four months at the University of Bergen, I could not recommend Norway or undertaking a semester abroad highly enough!

The experience provided the perfect opportunity to explore a new part of the world and broaden my global perspective. I was able to engage with students and academics from all over the world, making friends and expanding my network. With no shortage of adventures and life-lessons, it was by far the best four months of my life!

Thea Phillip Bachelor of Laws University of Bergen, Norway

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Snapshot of the process 1

Meet with your Academic Advisor early in your degree to plan ahead

2

Attend an information session

3

Apply to Bond’s Outbound Exchange program

4

Apply direct to the nominated partner institution

5

Arrange flights, visas, accommodation, etc.

6

Attend the pre-departure session

7

Arrive in your host country and start the experience

8

Return and attend the orientation session

9

Tell other Bondies about the program

10

Go again!

When to go?

The semester you spend abroad depends on where you want to go, the subjects available abroad, and what semester will work best with your current studies. You’ll also want to consider climate, holidays and activities abroad to decide when is the best time to visit. Our most popular exchange semesters are January and September, however May options are available.

What are the requirements?

You must have completed two semesters with a 65% GPA (or for Law students 70%) before you apply. If you are considering the May semester, talk to us, and we will let you know if it is possible.

International students are also encouraged to explore a semester abroad.

Funding Bond offers monetary support to go where you want to go. Funding starts at $2,000 and is available to students wishing to study abroad. If you choose a location that offers government or private funding, you could receive up to $5,000.

Office of Future Students Bond University Gold Coast Queensland 4229 Australia Toll free: 1800 074 074 Phone: 07 5595 2222 Email: exchange@bond.edu.au bond.edu.au

CRICOS Provider Code 00017B

MB2320

The information published in this document is correct at the time of printing (January 2017). However, all programs are subject to review by the Academic Senate of the University and the University reserves the right to change its program offerings and subjects without notice. The information published in this document is intended as a guide and persons considering an offer of enrolment should contact the relevant Faculty or Institute to see if any changes have been made before deciding to accept their offer.