International Exchange

University of Melbourne

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources

Visit the University of Melbourne’s website to learn more about their programmes of study and application requirements. The University has seven campuses around the state of Victoria with the main campus at Parkville near the city center of Melbourne. The University is divided into several faculties and graduate schools, listed here.

Academic Requirements

For academic requirements, please see University of Melbourne’s website.

Semester Dates

Review University of Melbourne’s academic calendar to confirm semester dates.

Semester 1: Late February – Late June

Semester 2: July - November

Please note that semester dates in Australia are flipped compared to Trinity, however this will not affect your exchange. You will finish at Trinity in April/May and then have a shorter summer break before you begin your exchange. If pursuing exchange during Trinity semester two, you will have a very long break over January (usually until February) which, circumstances permitting, allows you time to travel.

Course Availability

Course availability can be found on University of Melbourne’s handbook. Please note, some subjects have prerequisites. You can find prerequisites on every course page and in the handbook.

There are over 500 undergraduate subjects that have been preapproved for incoming UG students. Students must enroll in a subject load of between 37.5 and 50 points (3 to 4 subjects) per semester.

There are a few specialist areas that are not open to exchange and study abroad students. These include medicine, dentistry, health sciences, veterinary science and film and television. Some biomedicine and law subjects are also restricted. For a list of faculties and restrictions, please click here.

There are specific application requirements for certain disciplines including Education, Engineering, Psychology, Science and Music.

There are restrictions in Drama, Film and Biomedicine. Students from these disciplines should only apply for this exchange if they have discussed these restrictions with their Academic Mobility Coordinator and have their approval. This must be made clear on your application.

To assist in selecting subjects and completing the proposed study plan, view this online instructional video.

Planning for Exchange

For information about accommodation, cost of living, visa, and insurance information, please visit the University of Melbourne website.

Australian National University

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources

Visit Australian National University’s (ANU) website to learn more about the steps to apply for exchange and more information about ANU. Review ANU’s Student Fact Sheet for detailed information about ANU’s exchange programme and requirements.

Semester Dates
Please see the Australian National University’s academic calendar to confirm semester dates.

The suggested arrival time for exchange at ANU is:

Semester 1: Early February

Semester 2: Early July

Please note that semester dates in Australia are flipped compared to Trinity, however this will not affect your exchange. You will finish at Trinity in April/May and then have a shorter summer break before you begin your exchange. If pursuing exchange during Trinity semester two, you will have a very long break over January (usually until February) which, circumstances permitting, allows you time to travel.

Course Availability

You can find the list of all available courses in the ANU Course Catalogue.

When reviewing courses on the ANU Programs and Courses website, it is important that you review the 'Requisite and Incompatibility' section. This will tell you what previous knowledge is expected or required to be successful in the courses you are interested in. All students must meet the pre-requisite requirements for the courses they wish to take.

Full course load: 24 ANU units per semester (typically 4 courses at 6 units each)
Minimum course load: 18 ANU units per semester (with approval from TCD and ANU)

Course restrictions:
Courses offered by the ANU Medical School are not available.
Art studio, music, and design courses are limited.
Law courses are only available to students enrolled in a law degree at their home institution.

ANU’s grading scale can be found on website.

Planning for Exchange
For information about accommodation, cost of living, visa, and insurance requirements, please review ANU’s Student Fact Sheet.

The University of New South Wales

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit the University of New South Wales's (UNSW) website to learn more about student exchange at UNSW, including eligibility requirements, programmes of study, and application requirements. Download their Guide and review the information provided for Student Exchange.

Semester Dates

UNSW offers two tailored semesters for Trinity Exchange Students:

Tailored Semester 1: Summer Term + Term 1, from early January until mid-May

Tailored Semester 3: T2C Term + Term 3, from mid-August until mid-December.

Please note that semester dates in Australia are flipped compared to Trinity, however this will not affect your exchange. You will finish at Trinity in April/May and then have a shorter summer break before you begin your exchange.

Course Availability
For a complete list of UNSW courses, term availability, class times and content outlines, view the UNSW Handbook.

While most Faculties will accept suitably qualified exchange students, in some areas restrictions and limitations do apply and you should refer to the Exchange Factsheet for details.

The following courses are not available for exchange at UNSW:
MBA Coursework, Courses that are part of the Honours degree (4xxx), UNSW Canberra at the Australian Defence Force Academy (all courses starting with ‘z’), UNSW College and Doctor of Medicine program.
Please note, enrolment in Biomedical Engineering and Computer Science courses is extremely limited; students need to be prepared to select courses from another major.

Planning for Exchange
For information about accommodation, visa, and insurance requirements, please visit UNSW’s website and Student Guide for Exchange.

University of Queensland

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit University of Queensland's (UQ) website to learn more about the steps to apply for exchange and more information about UQ. Review UQ’s Incoming Exchange Student Guide for detailed information about UQ’s campus, courses, and exchange programme requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: February – June

Semester 2: July – November

Review University of Queensland’s Academic Calendar for detailed information about each semester.

Please note that semester dates in Australia are flipped compared to Trinity, however this will not affect your exchange. You will finish at Trinity in April/May and then have a shorter summer break before you begin your exchange. If pursuing exchange during Trinity semester two, you will have a very long break over January which, circumstances permitting, allows you time to travel.

Course Availability
Explore the courses available at UQ by visiting their website and searching in their course catalogue. For a detailed list of popular courses at UQ for exchange students, please review the UQ Exchange Guide.

Most clinical health science courses (medicine, dentistry, physiotherapy, occupational and speech therapy, and vet science courses) are not available for exchange students.

Planning for Exchange
For information about accommodation, visa, and insurance requirements, please visit UQ’s website

University of Sydney

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit University of Sydney’s website to learn more about the steps to apply for exchange and more information about the eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: February – June

Semester 2: August – November

Review University of Sydney’s academic calendar for more information. Please note that semester dates in Australia are flipped compared to Trinity, however this will not affect your exchange. You will finish at Trinity in April/May and then have a shorter summer break before you begin your exchange. If pursuing exchange during Trinity semester two, you will have a very long break over January which, circumstances permitting, allows you time to travel.

Course Availability
View University of Sydney’s Course Catalogue, please note the prerequisites for each course. Course prerequisites and restrictions apply. Please review the academic considerations and restrictions by faculty.

While this exchange is open to students from most departments, there are many disciplines at the University of Sydney which have special admission requirements which may affect your acceptance into modules in your area of study.
For one semester, students typically enrol in four units of study (each valued at 6 credit points) to make up a workload of 24 credit points. For a one-year program, students will enrol in 48 credit points across two semesters.

Health Science: This exchange may be suitable for some Health Science students, please review prerequisites.

Law: The University of Sydney has a separate exchange agreement with the Law School and students should contact the Law School for the application to apply rather than applying for a place in the college-wide exchange.

Planning for Exchange
To prepare for your exchange at the University of Sydney, please review the information regarding cost of living, accommodation, visa and insurance requirements.

 

Monash University

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit Monash University's website to learn more about Monash’s exchange programme and for more information about their eligibility requirements and life in Melbourne. Please follow all instructions related to “exchange students.”

Semester Dates

Semester 1 Begins: February

Semester 2 Begins: July

To view the complete list of important University dates, including teaching periods and exams, visit semester dates. Important dates for incoming exchange students to Monash University can also be found here.

Please note that semester dates in Australia are flipped compared to Trinity, however this will not affect your exchange. You will finish at Trinity in April/May and then have a shorter summer break before you begin your exchange. If pursuing exchange during Trinity semester two, you will have a very long break over January which, circumstances permitting, allows you time to travel.

Course Availability
As an exchange student at Monash, you can choose from a range of study options to suit your needs and interests. Please refer to Monash’s course catalogue to confirm prerequisites and requirements.

At Monash, degrees are called courses and subjects are called units. Students take a series of units as part of their course.

Planning for Exchange
For information about preparing for arrival, accommodation, visa, and insurance requirements, please visit Monash University’s website.

 

University of Technology Sydney

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit University of Technology Sydney’s (UTS) website to learn more about UTS’s exchange programme and for more information about their eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Autumn Session: February – June

Spring Session: July – November

To view the complete list of important University dates, including teaching periods and exams, visit semester dates and UTS’s academic calendar.

Please note that semester dates in Australia are flipped compared to Trinity, however this will not affect your exchange. You will finish at Trinity in April/May and then have a shorter summer break before you begin your exchange. If pursuing exchange during Trinity semester two, you will have a very long break over January which, circumstances permitting, allows you time to travel.

Course Availability
The Study Abroad and Exchange Subject and Academic information webpage provides an overview of and step by step guide on how to explore subjects at UTS. Students can find helpful resources and videos explaining how to use the subject guides, UTS Handbook and UTS Timetable.

Please review UTS’s comprehensive list of pre-approved subjects across most study areas. Subjects on this list are pre-approved by the faculties and do not require evidence of prior knowledge. Students are able to self enrol into the subject upon admittance to UTS. Students are strongly encouraged to find subjects in the pre-approved list before exploring other subject options.

Subjects from the following Programs are generally not available for Study Abroad students: Nursing; clinical and education placements; Midwifery; all Graduate Health subjects; Master of Clinical Psychology; MBA Executive; Chinese Medicine; Engineering internships. Animation and Media Arts Production have limited availability.

Visit UTS’s website for subject and academic information and the amount of credits required.

Planning for Exchange
To prepare for exchange at UTS, you must prepare for arrival by securing your required visa and attending orientation. You will also need to review accommodation options at UTS and utilise their student services for settling in and living in Sydney.

University of Western Australia

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit University of Western Australia’s (UWA) website to learn more about UTS’s exchange programme and for more information about their eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: February – June

Semester 2: July – November

Please note that semester dates in Australia are flipped compared to Trinity, however this will not affect your exchange. You will finish at Trinity in April/May and then have a shorter summer break before you begin your exchange. If pursuing exchange during Trinity semester two, you will have a very long break over January which, circumstances permitting, allows you time to travel.

Course Availability
Subjects of study at UWA are referred to as units. The term 'course' at UWA refers to a degree program, e.g., Bachelor of Science.

You will require each relevant student office's (there may be more than one) approval for each unit you wish to take. The schools (faculties) will ensure you meet the prerequisites for each unit prior to your enrolment. Typically, most units are offered for a semester, but some must be taken for a full year.

Before selecting your units, read the description in the UWA Handbook and ensure that you meet any specific prerequisites for the units that interest you.

Please note, the UWA Student Exchange programme allows you to choose units from any school except in the areas of Medicine and Dentistry.

Planning for Exchange
Learn more about life at UWA and in Perth and prepare for arrival by reviewing accommodation options at UWA. UWA recommends applying for accommodation as soon as possible given the housing limitations in Perth.

University of Wollongong

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit the University of Wollongong’s website to learn more about their programmes of study and application requirements. The University has several campuses around the state of New South Wales with the main campus at Wollongong about 1.5 hours south of Sydney. Information about their other campuses can be found on their website.

Academic Requirements

Some subjects have prerequisites, please see University of Wollongong’s course finder to check requirements.

Semester Dates

Review University of Wollongong’s academic calendar to confirm semester dates.

Semester 1: Early February – May

Semester 2: July - November

Please note that semester dates in Australia are flipped compared to Trinity, however this will not affect your exchange. You will finish at Trinity in April/May and then have a shorter summer break before you begin your exchange. If pursuing exchange during Trinity semester two, you will have a long break until February which, circumstances permitting, allows you time to travel.

Course Availability

Course availability can be found on University of Wollongong’s course finder. Please note, some subjects have prerequisites. You can find prerequisites on every course page.

Courses (called ‘subjects’ at UOW) can be chosen from the full range of degree programs offered by the University, and studies can be undertaken across disciplines. Generally, Exchange students enrol in three or four subjects per session. To give yourself some flexibility with timetabling during enrolment, you should obtain approval in advance for five or six subjects per session.

Some faculties have restricted/closed subjects for study abroad and exchange students. Please refer to the Study Plan Guidelines and Restrictions for more information.

Planning for Exchange

Please visit the University of Wollongong’s webpage links for information about accommodation, cost of living, visa, and insurance information

McGill University

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources

Visit McGill University’s website to learn more about their exchange programme and for more information about their eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Academic Calendar:
Semester 1 Teaching Period (including exams): Late August – Late December

Semester 2 Teaching Period (including exams): Early January – Late April

Course Availability
The full-time course load at McGill is 12-15 credits per term. Most undergraduate level (100-500 level) courses are worth 3 credits each. Exchange students are not permitted to take more than 15 credits per term.

To find courses offered at McGill, you can search McGill's course calendar. While researching courses you plan to take, note any prerequisites or other course restrictions which may apply to them. Please note, some courses have limitations for space.

Courses with limited enrolment for exchange students: Anatomy and Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Mathematics, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Psychology, Physiology, Engineering and Management: There are limited spaces in all Engineering disciplines at McGill. Students may be responsible for supplemental fees associated with particular courses.

Law and Archiecture: Typically, not open to university-wide agreements (space permitting) must be registered in same program at home university for Law. For Architecture - a portfolio is required.

Music: Strongly recommend starting in the Fall term, must be registered in same program at home university applicants who wish to participate in lessons, ensembles, or other performance classes are required to submit a recorded audition for evaluation. Certain course restrictions apply and registration for practical instruction may incur private lesson fees.

McGill faculties not open for exchange: Medicine, Dentistry, Continuing Studies. Students can take up to one course outside their admitted faculty if space permits and there are no restrictions. This course can be from the School of Continuing Studies; however, students should verify with their home university whether they will receive credit for this course. Permission from their admitted faculty may be required.

If there are restrictions or prerequisite errors while registering, students must contact the department offering the course to obtain permission to register for the course.

For more information on course availability and restrictions, visit McGill’s website.

Planning for Exchange
To prepare for exchange at McGill, you must review and secure any required immigration/visa documents and prepare for arrival to Canada. Please also see exchange student insurance requirements and accommodation options at McGill.

University of Toronto

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit the University of Toronto’s (UofT) website to learn more about their exchange programme, their three campuses and the courses offered at each location, and for more information about the eligibility requirements for exchange.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: Early September – Late December

Semester 2: Early January – Late April

Please note that exact dates may vary based on the faculty you are enrolled in at UofT.

Course Availability

What you can study while on exchange at UofT largely depends on which faculty you are admitted to. You will find details about eligibility, academic options, restrictions, and application requirements per UofT faculty on their website.

Planning for Exchange

For information about preparing for arrival, accommodation, orientation, visa, and insurance requirements, please visit UofT's website.

Please note, once you are admitted, you are welcome to complete the on-campus residence application, most exchange students will live off campus during their exchange as on-campus housing is in high demand.

 

University of British Columbia

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit University of British Columbia’s (UBC) website to learn more about their exchange programme and for more information about their eligibility requirements. UBC has two campuses: Vancouver and Okanagan.

Semester Dates
UBC Vancouver Campus: Academic Calendar

UBC Okanagan Campus: Academic Calendar

Course Availability
Many UBC faculties, schools and programs are open to visiting and exchange students. Some courses are restricted to certain programs. Please check the faculty-specific restrictions and prerequisites on UBC’s website.

Faculties or Schools Not Open to Exchange Students: School of Audiology and Speech Sciences, School of Journalism, Faculty of Medicine, School of Nursing, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, UBC Vantage College and Peter A. Allard School of Law.

Planning for Exchange
To prepare for exchange at UBC, you must review and secure required immigration/visa documents. Please also review time sensitive information about applying for accommodation at UBC as an incoming exchange student. Prepare for life at UBC and explore the resources available on UBC’s website.

University of Waterloo

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit University of Waterloo’s website to learn more about their exchange programme and for more information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates
At the University of Waterloo two terms of study are equivalent to a full academic year. University of Waterloo operates on a trimester system with a full fall, winter, and spring term. Each term is four months. Exchange students can only study for one term.

Fall	Beginning of September - End of December
Winter	Beginning of January - End of April
Spring	Beginning of May - Mid August

Course Availability
For information about course availability and academic requirements, please visit the University of Waterloo’s website.
Please note that some courses may be restricted to exchange students. You should review the list of restricted courses prior to making your course selections. These restrictions are determined by the respective academic department/faculty.

Planning for Exchange
For information about preparing for arrival, accommodation, visa, and insurance requirements, please visit the University of Waterloo’s website. Visit University of Waterloo’s website to learn more about life at Waterloo as an exchange student.

Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez’s website to learn more about their exchange programme and for more information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Autumn Semester: End of July – Mid-December

Spring Semester: End of February – Mid-July

For more detailed information about the semester dates, please review the academic calendar.

Course Availability
Courses are offered in Spanish and English and cover a variety of areas such as engineering, business, science, law, communications, as well as specific topics on Latin American identity, politics, culture, history, and the global challenges of our current society.

The schools and faculties available for exchange students are: Business, Law, Engineering and Science, Communication and Journalism, Psychology, Liberal Arts, Government, and Design Lab.

International students who take an exchange semester must complete an academic load of 4-5 courses. Most UAI courses have 2 class modules per week, which is equivalent to 45 semester hours.

Planning for Exchange
For information about preparing for arrival please visit UAI’s website. To learn more about cost of living in Chile, please click here.

 

Fudan University

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources

Visit Fudan University’s website to learn more about their exchange programme and for more information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: August – Early January

Semester 2: February – June

For detailed semester dates, please view the academic calendar.

Course Availability

The exchange programme at Fudan University is entitled the General Advanced Program (taking undergraduate-level courses). In general, General Advanced Program students cannot take Chinese Language courses at ICES. Limited Chinese Language courses at ICES and non-credit Chinese language training classes might be available in this program, but there is no guarantee that they will be available every semester.

Courses in basic medical sciences, clinical medicine, and nursing are not open to exchange students.

For a list of English-taught courses at Fudan University available to exchange students, please review their website.

Planning for Exchange
For more information about visa requirements, life as an exchange student, orientation and more, please visit Fudan University’s website.

Peking University

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit Peking University’s (PU) website to learn more about their exchange programme and for more information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates
Semester 1: September – January

Semester 2: February – June

For detailed semester dates, please view the PU academic calendar.

Course Availability
Students who are not proficient in Chinese can only be enrolled in School of Chinese as a Second Language. As the courses in the School of Chinese as a Second Language are generally all in the areas of Chinese language and culture, these courses would be unsuitable for most Trinity students.

While studying in this school, students can also choose 1-2 English courses per semester at other schools/departments if the courses and quotas are available, however this is generally not enough to make up a full course load. The limited number of English modules at undergraduate level are mainly in the School of Economics, Guanghua School of Management, and the School of Law.

Students who are proficient in Chinese can apply to be enrolled in the relevant school/department either by providing the HSK certificate or by passing the Chinese language test upon registration.

Courses from the following faculties/programmes are not open to exchange students: Health Science Centre, School of Software and Microelectronics, Faculty with special pre-requisites, Tailor-made programmes, Double-degree courses, Shenzhen Graduate School, English-taught graduate courses of special Master programs (MBA, Master in International Relations, Master in Public Policy, LLM in Chinese Law, Yenching Academy, Chinese-taught Master-level courses are only available with the faculty’s permit etc.)

Planning for Exchange
To plan for your exchange, prepare for arrival by reviewing housing, visa, and health insurance requirements after being accepted to PU. Students may live on campus at the Shao Yuan Student Dormitory or Zhongguanyuan Global Village.

Tsinghua University

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit Tsinghua University’s website to learn more about their exchange programme and for more information about eligibility requirements.

Disclaimer: Please note, Tsinghua University does not permit students who are Chinese citizens to participate in exchange.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: September – January
*Examinations may go to mid-January. Early dismissal is subject to permission.

Semester 2: February – June

Course Availability
View the information on the Academic Affairs Office website for detailed information about the courses in each departments/schools at Tsinghua.

Students can take courses worth a maximum of 20 credits per semester. The maximum credits that students can take outside their major is 8 credits. 1 credit equals 16 academic hours at Tsinghua.

Planning for Exchange
To plan for exchange, please review Tsinghua University’s website for information regarding the required visas, insurance and for housing information.

University Nottingham Ningbo China

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources

Visit University of Nottingham Ningbo China’s (UNNC) website to learn more about their exchange programme and for more information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: September – January

Semester 2: February – June

For detailed information about semester date, please review the academic calendar.

Course Availability
Students are required to undertake a full time course of study for one or two semesters. Modules are normally worth 10-20 credits each. The average full time workload is 60 Nottingham credits (30 ECTS credits) in one semester and 120 credits (60 ECTS credits) over two semesters in one year; 50 credits is the minimum full-time workload in one semester.

UNNC offers a wide range of subjects for your period of study abroad, including Business, International Communications, International Studies, Economics, Science and Engineering, and English at different levels including undergraduate and postgraduate. You can find more about the available courses here.
Students should choose modules at the appropriate Level (Year) for their own degree program.  It is acceptable to choose modules from different schools, if approved.

Planning for Exchange
To prepare for exchange, review UNNC’s website to confirm visa, insurance, cost of living and housing options.

American University of Cairo

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit American University of Cairo’s (AUC) website to learn more about their exchange programme and for more information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: September – December

Semester 2: February - May

Visit American University of Cairo’s website to view Academic Calendars and Schedules.

Course Availability
The Office of International Programs and Services (IPSO) is responsible for academic advising and registration for incoming exchange students. Once you are accepted, you will complete a Preliminary Course Planning Form. Early completion of the form ensures the availability of classes. View AUC’s course catalogue here.

Please note, all courses are taught in English. AUC’s grading and examination scale can be found here.

Planning for Exchange
To prepare for exchange at AUC, you must review and secure required visa documents and preparing for living in Cairo. Please also see exchange student insurance requirements and accommodation options at AUC.

The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit Chinese University of Hong Kong’s (CUHK) website to learn more about the exchange programme and for more information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: September – December

Semester 2: January – May

Please note programme dates are subject to change.

Course Availability
CUHK offers courses under the faculties of Arts, Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Law, Medicine, Science, and Social Science. Many of these courses are open to exchange students. Certain courses have restrictions for exchange students to attend. For information about courses available at CUHK, course restrictions, credits, and course descriptions, please visit CUHK’s website.

CUHK has restrictions on certain courses for exchange students.

At CUHK, one unit or credit is roughly equivalent to one hour of instruction per week. Most three-unit courses feature either three hours of lectures or two hours of lectures and one hour of tutorials per week. Students receive credits for all courses successfully completed, according to the academic standards of the department.

All exchange students should take a full load of courses, i.e., between 9 and 18 units per term.

Planning for Exchange
To plan for your exchange at CUHK, review the visa requirements to study in Hong Kong, campus life, insurance, and accommodation options for exchange students.

The University of Hong Kong

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit the University of Hong Kong’s (HKU) website to learn more about their exchange programme and for more information about their eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: September – December

Semester 2: January – May

For more information, please view HKU’s academic dates.

Course Availability
For information about courses available at HKU by faculty, course restrictions, credits, and course descriptions, please visit HKU’s website. The approval of courses is on a case-by-case basis / subject to the faculty's approval. Actual enrolment is subject to class availability, courses offered in the first semester, quota, and class schedule.

Please note, all courses are taught in English, except courses offered by the School of Chinese.

Students must take 24-30 credits (6 per course in general) for each semester.

50% of the course load must be chosen from one Faculty (student’s intended host faculty). It is optional for students to take the remaining credits from other faculties. Common Core courses will not count as part of the fulfilment of the 50% requirement of course enrolment for incoming students.

Students admitted to the Faculty of Law can choose no more than 6 credits of non-law course (i.e., 1 course) in each semester.

Students may take up to two Common Core courses from a selective menu, each from a different Area of Inquiry - 'Scientific and Technological Literacy', 'Humanities', 'Global Issues' and 'China: Culture, State and Society'.

The approval of a course is on a case-by-case basis.

Approval on taking Common Core courses is on a first-come-first-served basis during the Course Selection period, and by auto-ballot during the Add/Drop period. More details are available here.

Planning for Exchange
To plan for your exchange at HKU, review arrival advice regarding visa requirements to study in Hong Kong, accommodation and student support services.

Hong Kong University of Science & Technology

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) website to learn more about the exchange programme and for more information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: September - December

Semester 2: February – May

The academic year runs from September to May. Exchange students can choose to study at HKUST for one or both semesters. Please click here for the academic calendar.

Course Availability
Course offering will vary from term to term. You can enrol in any undergraduate course if there are places available and you fulfill the course prerequisites and any other enrollment conditions required for the course.

Visit HKUST’s website and the HKUST Course Catalouge to confirm the courses offered.

Planning for Exchange
To plan for your exchange at HKUST, review the visa, health and insurance requirements to study, life in Hong Kong, and accommodation options for exchange students.

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City University Hong Kong

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit City University Hong Kong’s (CityU) website to learn more about their exchange programme and for more information about their eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: August - December

Semester 2: January - May

Please see City University of Hong Kong’s website for important dates for inbound exchange students and to access CityU’s academic calendar.

Course Availability
Visit CityU’s website to view the course list for exchange students, please scroll down to Application Procedures > Submit Your Application > Select Courses for Your Study Plan.

Exchange students must take full-time credit-unit load, i.e., at least 12 credits per semester to meet the visa requirements set by the Hong Kong SAR Immigration.

Some courses do not accept exchange students. For prerequisite required courses, students must have taken courses considered equivalent to the prerequisite and provide evidence at the time of application.

All courses are taught in English, unless otherwise specified.

Planning for Exchange
To plan for your exchange at City University of Hong Kong, review the visa, health and insurance requirements to study, cost of living, orientation, and accommodation options for exchange students. Exchange students may choose to stay in off-campus accommodation in commercially operated accommodation recommended by CityU, or rent their own flat on the market.

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources

Visit Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) website to learn more about the exchange programme and for more information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: September - December

Semester 2: January - May

To view PolyU’s academic calendar, please click here.

Course Availability
For the list of courses available at PolyU please see the Subject List.

Exchange students are required to enroll as full-time student during your Exchange/Study Abroad at PolyU. You are expected to complete at least 9 credits and a maximum of 18 credits per semester. Most PolyU subjects carry 3 credits each.

You will pick an academic department that offers the academic programme you are following at Trinity. Being attached to a Host department will give you priority in registering for subjects within that department. At least 50% of your enrolled subjects must come from the host department. The rest of your study load can be subjects offered by other departments.

Planning for Exchange
To plan for your exchange at PolyU, review the visa, insurance requirements to study, cost of living, and accommodation options for exchange students under “The Next Step”.

University of Tokyo

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit University of Tokyo’s website to learn more about their exchange programme for undergraduate students, entitled Type U, and for more information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

The exact end date of the study period depends on which classes students choose to take.

Semester 1: October – March

Semester 2: April – August

*Please note, given the academic calendar at University of Tokyo, students can participate in exchange for the full academic year or Semester 2 only.

Course Availability
Courses offered in the Type U program can be found in the Course Catalogue for Type U students. Type U students can only take classes listed on the above course catalogue. Please note that there is limited availability for graduate-level classes that Type U students can access and register for.

Type U students must register for at least six classes per week, equating to at least 10 hours of class time. This is a requirement under Japanese visa law.

Some academic fields may only have a limited number of courses. The course listing should be reviewed carefully to assess whether it meets the students’ needs and expectations.

Visit University of Tokyo’s website for information about course restrictions at University of Tokyo and credit transfers.

Planning for Exchange
For information about insurance, accommodation, and financial information, please visit the University of Tokyo’s website under Financial and Additional Information. Information about on-campus accommodation can be found at the University of Tokyo’s Housing Office website.

University of Kyoto

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit University of Kyoto’s website to learn more about the exchange programme and information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

University of Kyoto is only available for exchange in Semester 2 or Full Year

Semester 1 including examinations: October – February

Semester 2 including examinations: April – August
*End dates subject to change depending on exam dates and University of Kyoto’s Academic Calendar.

Course Availability
Courses available to KUINEP students span a broad range of disciplines. For information about available courses, please visit the University of Kyoto’s website. The Institute for Liberal Arts and Sciences (ILAS) offers wide variety of courses in English (approx. 350+) for both Japanese and international students, which cover Humanities/Social/Natural Sciences and are designed for mainly 1st and 2nd year students.

All KUINEP courses are taught in English. Japanese language proficiency is not required. Minimum number of courses per semester: 7 for undergraduates, the average credit per course is 2.

KUINEP students are required to take at least seven courses per semester. This may include up to two Japanese language classes (credited). Available courses include those in the liberal arts and sciences taught in English (KUINEP courses). Details are provided here.

They can also take courses offered by undergraduate faculties with the lecturers' permission. Courses from the Faculty of Medicine are not open to exchange students.

A variety of courses (absolute beginner/intermediate/advanced) to learn and improve Japanese proficiency are available for international students. The maximum number to be registered is 4 courses (8 credits) for KUINEP students.

Planning for Exchange
For information about required insurance and life in Japan, please visit University of Kyoto University International Service Office’s website.

University of Kyoto has international Houses, and other dormitories available.

Accommodation is not guaranteed and subject to availability. More information available here.

Waseda University

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit Waseda University’s website to learn more about their exchange programme for undergraduate students and for more information about their eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

For information about the semester dates, please see Waseda’s academic calendar.

Semester 1: Early September to early February

Semester 2: April to Late July

*Please note Waseda University is available for exchange for the Full Year or Semester 2 only.

Course Availability
Visit Waseda University’s website for a list of available courses. Scroll down to 'Undergraduate (English-Based Program)' to see all the study options listed by Faculty.

Please note, courses are subject to change each academic year. Some compulsory courses for degree students (usually seminars) are not available for exchange students
Students who do not have Japanese-language proficiency can only enrol in the departments listed in the course availability and enrolment options.

Planning for Exchange
For information regarding accommodation, visas, and living in Japan, visit Waseda’s website for support for exchange students.

Hokkaido University

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources

The Hokkaido University Short-Term Exchange Program (HUSTEP) is a ‘junior year abroad’ type program designed to provide undergraduate students from partner universities with the opportunity to study in Japan at Hokkaido University. Participants in this program take a wide variety of classes offered in English in HUSTEP: Culture, Society, Science, Technology and Environment. Students also have the chance to study the Japanese language.

Visit Hokkaido University’s website to learn more about their programmes of study and application requirements.

Semester Dates

Review Hokkaido University’s academic calendar to confirm semester dates.

Semester 1: Late September – Mid February

Semester 2: Early April – Early August

Course Availability

Course availability can be found on Hokkaido University’s course curriculum webpage. For Semester 1 please visit Fall course curriculum. For Semester 2 please visit Spring course curriculum.

Planning for Exchange

Although the cost of living in Japan varies for everyone, it will cost about 100,000-120,000 JPY per month (approximately 750 euro). Thus, students should have enough money saved up to pay for one/half year of living costs before coming to Japan. Please visit the Hokkaido University’s webpage links for information about accommodation, visa, and insurance information

Universite Internationale de Rabat

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit Universite Internationale de Rabat’s (UIR) website to learn more about the exchange programme for more information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: Early September – Late December

Semester 2: Early February – Late May

Course Availability
Language of instructions is French and English. Students are asked to present a language certificate upon application proving their proficiency for academic purposes depending on the language of instruction.

Planning for Exchange
To prepare for exchange, please review the accommodation options and FAQ’s for incoming exchange students.

 

University of Auckland

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit University of Auckland’s website to learn more about their exchange programme for undergraduate students and for more information about their eligibility requirements.
Review information about the academic system at the University of Auckland including assessments, exams, grades, transcripts, and a glossary of terms.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: February - June

Semester 2: July - November

The full academic calendar can be found here.

Please note that semester dates in New Zealand are flipped compared to Trinity, however this will not affect your exchange. You will finish at Trinity in April/May and then have a shorter summer break before you begin your exchange.

If pursuing exchange during Trinity semester two, you will have a very long break over the holiday break (usually until February).

Course Availability
For course options, restrictions, and requirements, please see University of Auckland’s Course Options website.  

The standard full-time load at the University of Auckland is four courses (60 points) per semester. Most courses weigh 15 points, which represents 150 hours of study or 10 hours of study per week for 15 weeks.

Some courses have limited or restricted enrolment for exchange students. For a full list, check ‘Course options’ on University of Auckland’s website.

Planning for Exchange
To plan for your exchange at University of Auckland, review the visa and health insurance requirements to study, as well as information about the cost of living in Auckland and the international student orientation.

University of Auckland guarantees housing for exchange students who submit their housing application by the deadline. For more information about the housing options available, please visit the University of Auckland’s accommodation website.

Auckland University of Technology

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit Auckland University of Technology’s (AUT) website to learn more about the exchange programme and for more information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: February – June

Semester 2: July - November

The full academic calendar can be found here.

Please note that semester dates in New Zealand are flipped compared to Trinity, however this will not affect your exchange. You will finish at Trinity in April/May and then have a shorter summer break before you begin your exchange.

If pursuing exchange during Trinity semester two, you will have a long break over the holiday break (usually until February).

Course Availability
You can choose courses from dozens of study areas if you meet the prerequisites. Find out more about what you can study at AUT.

One semester: 60 AUT points/30 ECTS
Full year: 120 AUT points/60 ECTS
Exchange students can find out more about course levels and study options here.

Undergraduate students are not permitted to take postgraduate-level courses. For course descriptors and timetables, search for a specific course to see when (semester/times/streams) it is being offered. If no timetable is shown, the course has not yet been confirmed or is not available.

Students must choose courses from the faculties that have an agreement with the home university. A course from another faculty may be permitted but will require individual approval.

Planning for Exchange
To plan for your exchange at AUT, review the visa and health insurance requirements, as well as information about the cost of living and information and resources about getting settled in Auckland.

AUT has on-campus housing available. To find out more about accommodation options and the application, please visit AUT’s accommodation website.

Kiwis (New Zealanders) do not often carry cash; we use our bank cards to pay for most things. It is important that you keep your bank card safe and do not tell anyone your PIN number.

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University of Otago

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit University of Otago’s website to learn more about the exchange programme and for more information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: February - June

Semester 2: July - November

The full academic calendar can be found here.

Please note that semester dates in New Zealand are flipped compared to Trinity, however this will not affect your exchange. You will finish at Trinity in April/May and then have a shorter summer break before you begin your exchange. If pursuing exchange during Trinity semester two, you will have a long break over the holiday break (usually until February).

Course Availability
Courses at Otago are called 'papers'.
Review University of Otago’s website for details about the courses available and course restrictions and prerequisites for exchange students.

Restricted programmes: Medicine, Dentistry, Psychiatry, Physiotherapy, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, or any other clinical course are not open to exchange students. Some Otago courses such as MBA, Wildlife Management and Master of Science Communication are restricted in admissions.

Planning for Exchange
To plan for your exchange at University of Otago, review the visa and health insurance requirements to study, as well as information about the cost of living and information and resources about traveling to New Zealand and support services on-campus.

The University of Otago is renowned for its residential campus environment, and you are encouraged to apply for Uniflats. All the University Flats are located within an easy walk of the University campus and main shopping centre. Students share the cleaning and cooking duties and usually shop together for the food. Rent fees include electricity, internet, bed linen, kitchen equipment, UniFlats community events and the services of the University Flats.  Flatting expenses are shared with the other students in the flat and are not included in the rent.

National University of Singapore

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit National University of Singapore’s (NUS) website to learn more about the exchange programme and for information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: August - December

Semester 2: January – May

The full academic calendar can be found here.

Course Availability
Please see NUS’s website for details about course availability, course restrictions and prerequisites for exchange students.

Exchange students are also called Non-Graduating students at NUS.

Planning for Exchange
To plan for your exchange at NUS, review the visa (student pass) and health insurance requirements to study, as well as information about the cost of living and information and resources about traveling to Singapore on NUS’s “After Applying” and “While in NUS” website.

NUS has on-campus available for exchange students, but it is not guaranteed. Exchange students must apply for on-campus housing. Visit NUS’s website to learn more about accommodation options.

Lasalle College of the Arts

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit Lasalle College of the Arts website to learn more about their exchange programme for undergraduate students and for more information about their eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: August – November

Semester 2: January – May

The full academic calendar can be found here.

Course Availability
Please note that Lasalle College is an Arts University, specifically for students in contemporary arts, design, and performance courses.

For information about available courses, please click here.

Students will be given a set list of modules to complete each semester based on your selected programme. The value of each semester is 60 UK credits, which is the equivalent of 30 ECTS.

Planning for Exchange
To plan for exchange at LASALLE, please review the information regarding the visa and student pass to study in Singapore.

Lasalle is in the city and does not offer on-campus accommodation. Lasalle provides resources for off-campus accommodation, cost of living in Singapore on their International Student Guide.

Singapore Management University

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit Singapore Management University’s (SMU) website to learn more about their exchange programme for undergraduate students and for more information about their eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: August – December

Semester 2: January – May

The full academic calendar can be found here.

Course Availability
For details about the courses available, course restrictions and prerequisites for exchange students at SMU, please see their website under “Academic Information and Course Enrolment.”

Full course load per term: 4.0 SMU credits. Minimum course load per term: 2.0 SMU credits.

Students may be permitted to enrol for a maximum course load of 5.0 SMU credits per term, subject to approval.

Planning for Exchange
For information about accommodation, immigration, insurance requirements and living in Singapore, please visit SMU’s website under “Other Information.”  

Nanyang Technological University

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit Nanyang Technological University's (NTU) website to learn more about the exchange programme and for more information about eligibility requirements.
Please note, the exchange programme at NTU is referred to as GEM Trailblazer Exchange.

Semester Dates

Semester 1 including examinations: August – December

Semester 2 including examinations: January – May

The full academic calendar can be found here.

Course Availability
Please see NTU’s website for details about the courses available and course restrictions and prerequisites for exchange students.
Students typically enrol in 3 to 5 courses per semester with each course typically worth 3 or 4 Academic Units (AUs), subject to approval. The maximum workload permitted is 20 AUs per semester.

Please review the courses that are restricted to exchange students.

Courses offered by NTU's School of Computer Science and Engineering (SCSE) are temporarily unavailable to exchange students until further notice.

Planning for Exchange
To plan for exchange at NTU, review the information regarding visa and student pass requirements, on and off-campus housing options, as well as cost of living and insurance requirements.

Stellenbosch University

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit Stellenbosch University’s (SU) website to learn more about the exchange and for more information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: July – December

Semester 2: February – June

The full academic calendar can be found here.

Course Availability
For details about the courses available and course restrictions and prerequisites for exchange students at SU, please see their website.

For general instructions on finding courses, please visit the Course Information Section on Stellenbosch’s website. Useful links in your search for courses are supplied in the above two documents, and will lead you to:
• The Online Yearbook (Overview of Degree Programmes and Course Lists per Faculty)
• The Faculty Websites (which will lead you to the Departments’ websites:)
• The Departments’ websites can also be found under the university’s A – Z links

Planning for Exchange
To plan for exchange at SU, review the information regarding accommodation. Accommodation is not guaranteed for exchange students.

Review information regarding new student orientation, medical coverage and visas and immigration to study in South Africa.

Korea University

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit Korea University’s (KU) website to learn more about the exchange programme and for information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: September - December

Semester 2: March - June

Course Availability
KU offers many courses in English in various disciplines. Please note that it is not guaranteed that the same courses are offered every year. It is important that you ensure your intended courses are offered in your registered semester.

The list of courses offered in English is updated and available for you to check online in January for spring semester and in July for fall semester. More information available here > English > Major Subject (or General Subject).

For information about course registration, restrictions, and prerequisites, visit KU’s website under “Course Registration.”
Undergraduates may refer to the course list under “Major Subject” and “General Subject.”
Courses conducted in English will be indicated in brackets (e.g., Marketing Management (English)). Courses marked under the X) tab are open to exchange students.

Exchange students can take a maximum of 19 credits per semester. Undergraduate students are not allowed to take graduate courses.

Planning for Exchange To prepare for your exchange at KU, review the information regarding visa and insurance requirements and accommodation options

Sungkyunkwan University

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit Sungkyunkwan University’s (SKKU) website to learn more about the exchange programme  and for more information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: August – December

Semester 2: March – June

The full academic calendar can be found here.

Course Availability
For details about the courses available and course restrictions and prerequisites for exchange students at SKKU, please see their website.

Exchange students can take up to 18 credits per semester.

Some courses in Global Business Administration and Global Economics can be restricted to exchange and visiting students. The following are restricted for exchange students: School of Medicine, School of Pharmacy, Public Affairs, Law, College of Art (Open, but very few courses conducted in English and subjects in Theatre are restricted for exchange students.)

Planning for Exchange
For information regarding accommodation, please see SKKU Dormitory. For information and queries regarding the required visa and immigration documents, review SKKU’s Office of International Student Services website.

 

Seoul National University

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources

Visit Seoul National University’s website to learn more about the exchange programme and for information about their eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: August – December

Semester 2: March – June

The full academic calendar can be found here.

Course Availability
All applicants for exchange/visiting program must choose one college and department as their affiliation and in general, applicants choose one that most suits their academic background or study abroad purpose. Students can, however, take other unrestricted courses from different colleges and departments.

Applicants who wish to study in the discipline of Medicine, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Nursing, Music, Fine Arts, and MBA must, in advance, be advised of the program availability by Seoul National University exchange program coordinators.

Please note, undergraduate applicants for the Department of Computer Science and Engineering must have earned at least 15 credits in CSE-related courses (one credit corresponds to 15 lecture hours or 30 lab hours). This must be explicitly shown on the official transcript; if not, additional proof must be presented by the student.

*Due to limited spacing Computer Science and Engineering must limit the spaces offered to exchange students.

Dept. of Korean History/Psychology/Statistics/Pharmacy requires applicants to provide proof of Korean language proficiency. A satisfactory level of Korean language ability should be Level 5 or above of the official Korean Language Proficiency Test, TOPIK.

College of Law is not available for exchange students.

Planning for Exchange
To plan for exchange at Seoul National University, please review the resources regarding accommodation. Exchange students can apply for on-campus housing. There are two types of residence halls available on the main campus. You may also explore off-campus housing options.

A student visa is required to enter and study at Seoul National University. For detailed information on the visa application process, students must contact the nearest Korean Embassy/Consulate and the information available here. Insurance is required for exchange students. For information about the insurance requirements for students, please click here

Yonsei University

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit Yonsei University’s website to learn more about the exchange programme and for more information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: August – December

Semester 2: February – June

The full academic calendar can be found here.

For details about the courses available and course restrictions and prerequisites for exchange students at Yonsei University, please see their website.

The following courses are restricted for exchange students: Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, MBA, Music, Songdo International Campus courses, Pharmacy and Law.

Courses offered by the Department of Business Administration are ONLY available to exchange students who are majoring in a business-related field at their home institution and have chosen Business Administration as their Yonsei major in their SAY application. Students who qualify may take a maximum of 4 BIZ courses (12 credits) only.

Planning for Exchange
For more information about accommodation please review the housing resources. Insurance is required for exchange students. Information about enrolment in the insurance programme can be found here. A student visa is also required, for more information, please contact Yonsei’s Office of International Affairs.

National Cheng Kung University

Visit National Cheng Kung University’s website to learn more about the exchange programme and for more information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: Mid-September – Mid-January

Semester 2: Mid-February – Late June

For more information about the semester date, review the academic calendar.

Course Availability
Please review the Course Catalogue to confirm the courses offered previously at NCKU, they can be reviewed by selecting a semester of a certain year. Please note that academic year 110 means AY2021 (adding “1911” gets the AD year) and semester 1 means the fall semester and semester 2 the spring semester.

You may narrow down the search with various conditions available on the page. Courses taught in English can be found with the “Courses Taught in English” button.

Note: Students can take courses offered by other departments/institutes, in addition to those of their own. Also, they can take courses of different program years and levels.

Undergraduate students may take graduate courses if the professors set no restrictions for enrolment.

Exchange students may take a Chinese language course (2 hours per week) at their own levels by taking a placement test. Instructions will be sent during its enrollment period.

Planning for Exchange
To plan for exchange, please review the information regarding accommodation, cost of living, health insurance and visa requirements.

Mahidol University

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit Mahidol University’s website to learn more about their exchange programme for undergraduate students and for more information about their eligibility requirements.

Please also review Mahdiol University’s FAQs for information about the exchange programme.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: August – December

Semester 2: January - May

The full academic calendar can be found here.

Course Availability
View Mahidol’s website for more information about Mahidol's programmes, a list of courses, and course descriptions. Please read course descriptions to ensure that you meet any prerequisites for your chosen modules.

The language of instruction is English. Thai Language Courses are available for Exchange Students at Mahidol.

Planning for Exchange
To plan for exchange at Mahidol University, please review the resources regarding visas and immigration, accommodation options and information about insurance and life on-campus

Please note that at Mahidol University it is compulsory to wear a uniform. The student uniform can be purchased upon your arrival on the campus. There are uniform shops just opposite campus.

For more information and to prepare for arrival, please review Mahidol University’s FAQs.

Barnard College

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit Barnard College’s website to learn more about their exchange programme for undergraduate students and for more information about their eligibility requirements.
Please note, your exchange is facilitated by the Visiting International Students Programme (VISP) at Barnard College.

Please note, Barnard College is an all-women's college. Although almost all classes are available to both Barnard and Columbia students. For this reason, many classes are co-ed, as males from Columbia have the freedom to explore academic options here at Barnard and vice versa.

Semester Dates

Exchange at Barnard is available for Semester 2 Only. Barnard will not admit exchange students for a full academic year.

Some departments in Trinity will not allow students to participate in only a semester-long exchange, please verify with your Academic Mobility Coordinator before applying to Barnard.

Semester 2: January - May

Course Availability
Students may choose courses from among the many liberal arts departments Barnard and Columbia offer and that are approved by your home institution.

Barnard students are free to enroll in classes on both the Barnard and Columbia campuses. Like all Barnard students, VISP students are eligible to take the following courses during the spring semester: courses designated BC, UN, C, V and W, courses numbered from 1000 through 4999, VISP students are not eligible to take any course designated G, K, I, or J.

Engineering: VISP students are not allowed to take Columbia Engineering courses while at Barnard.

Business: While exchange students studying in Barnard may take classes in many disciplines at Columbia University, they may not take classes at Columbia's Business School (and Barnard College does not have a Business School).

Exchange students may not take classes at graduate or professional schools.

Planning for Exchange
To plan for your exchange at Barnard College, please review the resources on their website regarding housing options, visa requirements and information about orientation and resources on campus for visiting international students.

You may also find a list of FAQ’s about VISP at Barnard College to prepare you for your exchange.

Boston College

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit Boston College’s (BC) website to learn more about the exchange programme and for more information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: August – December

Semester 2: January - May

The full academic calendar can be found here.

Course Availability
Accepted exchange students take classes alongside their Boston College counterparts and choose courses from the regular BC offerings, mostly in the arts and sciences.

Boston College is deeply committed to its identity as a liberal arts university and encourages all students to take a wide variety of courses, including at least two College of Arts and Sciences courses, even if admitted to the School of Management.

Most classes are assigned 3 BC semester credits and meet for 45 hours per semester.  Full-time undergraduate exchange students must take 4 or 5 classes per semester, for 12 to 15 BC credits per semester.

Due to high demand, the Economics, Finance, and Psychology Departments will enrol students in only one class. There is also a limited range of classes in the following departments:

Accounting

Business

Analytics

Communication

Computer Science

Information Systems

Marketing

Management

Political Science

For more information on courses on offer, prerequisites and course restrictions, view BC’s course catalogue.

Planning for Exchange
To prepare for exchange at Boston College, please review the resources available on their website. Once you are accepted to Boston College, you will be provided with the instructions on how to apply for the required visa to enter and study in the U.S. Students are automatically enrolled in the mandatory BC Medical Insurance Plan. Information about the plan can be found here.

On-Campus housing is extremely limited. Students interested in on-campus housing
will be put in a housing lottery. The Office of Residential Life will contact students
directly with their placements. Some dorms require a meal plan and students living on
campus must pay the Health Services fee. For additional information, visit Boston College’s website.

Drexel University

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit Drexel University’s website to learn more about the exchange and for more information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates
Drexel University has three quarters. Please note, Trinity students typically participate in exchange at Drexel University during the Winter and Spring Quarters.

Fall Quarter: September – December
Winter Quarter: January – March
Spring Quarter: March – June
The full academic calendar can be found here.

Course Availability
Visit Drexel University’s website for information on available courses for exchange students.

The following programmes/schools may not be available to exchange students:
Psychology, Nursing and Health Sciences, Law, Business and Engineering
Undergraduate students must take12-20 Drexel credits per quarter. 50% of those credits each term must be within the assigned Drexel college or school.

Class selection is subject to course availability and fulfillment of pre-requisites.

Planning for Exchange
To plan for exchange at Drexel University, review the resources about housing, visa, and insurance requirements and more.

George Washington University

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit George Washington University’s (GWU) website to learn more about the exchange programme and for more information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: August – December

Semester 2: January – May

The full academic calendar can be found here.

Course Availability
Exchange students are admitted to GW as non-degree students and can register for courses in any of the undergraduate majors. Exchange students may enroll in any of GW’s six undergraduate schools.

The following courses are restricted for exchange students at GWU: exchange students may not enroll in these courses: graduate level courses (labeled 4999 and above), courses in the fields of interior design & architecture, law, nursing, medicine, or courses in the Semester in Washington Program (denoted as PGMT).

Popular subjects of study at GWU: Engineering, Political Science, International Affairs, Business Administration.

Planning for Exchange
To plan for exchange at GWU, please review the resources regarding visas and immigration, accommodation options and information about insurance requirements.

Georgetown University

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit Georgetown University’s website to learn more about the exchange programme and for more information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: August – December

Semester 2: January – May

The full academic calendar can be found here.

Course Availability
Explore the academic options at Georgetown University here.

Students must take between 12-15 credits per semester and may take courses in a variety of disciplines across the university. All courses must be taken for credit, and students are not eligible for research tutorials, independent studies, or taking a class pass/fail.

Business Students: Students are not permitted to take business courses while at Georgetown unless those courses are normally open to students outside of the business school.

Economics is not part of the business school so all students are eligible to take economics courses should they wish to do so.

Business students must be aware that they will most likely be able to take only two business classes each semester due to limited class size. Therefore, students should not plan to take all of their classes in the business school.

The following are restricted for exchange students: School for Continuing Studies (Liberal Studies), School of Medicine; School of Law; Masters of Business Administration (MBA); Master of Science in Foreign Service (MSFS); Communication, Culture, & Technology (CCT); Public Policy (PBPO); and National Security Studies (NSST)

Planning for Exchange
To prepare for your exchange at Georgetown University, review the resources regarding the required visa and documents to enter and study in the U.S. and information regarding available housing options.

New York University

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources

Visit New York University’s website to learn more about the exchange programme and for more information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: September - December

Semester 2: January – May

The full academic calendar can be found here.

Course Availability
Due to the large number of NYU students who study off-campus during the Spring semester, it is typically easier to enroll in high-demand courses during the Spring semester.

Please note that courses in popular majors such as Computer Science, Mathematics and Economics are often oversubscribed and can be very challenging to get into for non-majors, regardless of the semester of attendance.

A list of courses currently being offered can be found on NYU’s Public Course Search on Albert. On Albert Public Course Search, you can find more information about the course descriptions, instruction mode, course location, course dates and times, and more.

The following Colleges/Schools/Departments accept Exchange students: College of Arts and Science (CAS), Gallatin School of Individualized Study, Silver School of Social Work, Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development, Stern School of Business, Tandon School of Engineering, Tisch School of the Arts (Department of Cinema Studies, Performance Studies, and Open Arts Curriculum ONLY)

Planning for Exchange

The NYU Office of Global Services (OGS) will assist with questions regarding your required visa to enter and study in the U.S.

A specific NYU Health Insurance Plan is required. Exchange students are automatically enrolled in the NYU Comprehensive Plan for insurance. More information can be found here.
Housing is not guaranteed at NYU. Visit NYU’s On-Campus Living website for resources and information.

University of California

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit University of California’s website to learn more about the exchange programme and for information about eligibility requirements. University of California has ten campuses.

Explore the courses at each campus to confirm which campus to apply to. Research at least three campuses you want to apply to within University of California.

One application covers all University of California campuses. University of California will review your application and place you at a UC campus. Please note, your placement is determined by University of California and Trinity Global does not have any influence on your placement.

Semester Dates
University of California has ten campuses. Dates vary at each campus.

View the academic calendar for an overview of the semester and quarter dates.

Course Availability
Some majors have restricted enrollment or are not open to exchange students. Review the UC Majors to plan for your course enrolment.

Review the course catalogs and information on prerequisites. Information on prerequisites is provided as a general guide only. Other coursework as outlined in individual course descriptions may be necessary.

As University of California has more than one campus, UC may place applicants at campuses other than their first choice, and you will provide study plans for multiple UC campuses to provide their preferences for campus placement.

Please see University of California’s FAQs for answers to general questions about studying at UC and their requirements.

Some majors at UC are taught only at the graduate level in professional schools.

Examples of these majors are education, medicine, veterinary medicine, law, management, information management, and journalism. Undergraduate Reciprocal Exchange students generally cannot enrol in professional schools.

BESS/Business/Economics and Engineering students may participate in this exchange but should be aware that Trinity Global cannot nominate many students from these disciplines for the UC exchange. As there is extremely high demand for courses in these disciplines at the University of California, they require that participation from BESS, Business, Economics and Engineering students be limited to no more than 15% of any cohort.

Review University of California’s FAQs for information about how to prepare your application and course selection.

Planning for Exchange
Once you are accepted to a UC campus, you will be notified at your campus placement and the requirements to prepare and plan for your exchange, including visa, immigration, and insurance requirements. For more information, review University of California’s “After You Apply” resources.

Housing availability is dependent on the campus you are admitted to. If campus housing is available at your selected host UC, you will be able to apply for it. However, note that this is not guaranteed.

For further information, please visit the University of California’s housing website.

University of Chicago

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit University of Chicago's website to learn more about the exchange programme and for information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

University of Chicago operates on a quarter system. TCD students participate in exchange at University of Chicago for Quarter 1 or Full Year.

Quarter 1 – Autumn 2024: September - December

Quarter 2 – Winter 2025: January - March

Quarter 3 – Spring 2025: March - June

For more information, please review the University of Chicago’s academic calendar.

Course Availability
Students must take at least 3 courses (worth 300 units) and a maximum of 4 courses (worth 400 units) per quarter to be fully registered.

Thus, in one academic year, they can take between 9 and 12 courses. They will have access to the full course catalog, pending seat availability and requirements. They may also take courses in select graduate programs and professional schools, approval required.
Course registration at UChicago is extremely competitive, thus they cannot guarantee enrolment for courses in the student’s major subject.

Business and Engineering
This exchange is not open to Business students or Engineering students. Business is not an undergraduate subject at the University of Chicago and Engineering is not offered at any level.

Economics
Economics at Chicago is essentially a branch of mathematics. Virtually all the courses are severely quantitative, and even the introductory sequence of courses requires that students have already completed a rigorous calculus sequence. Upper-level offerings in the economics major often require that students have finished part of the introductory economics sequence, along with a full year of calculus (economics majors are also required to take two additional mathematics courses beyond calculus), before they can take such courses. Students whose transcripts lack a full year of calculus (mathematics is not the equivalent of calculus at Chicago), will need to sit for a demanding calculus placement examination upon arrival at University of Chicago in the autumn. Performance on that test will help determine what courses will be available to them. It is certainly possible that students will not be able to enrol in economics courses – except for introductory micro and macro-offerings that dispense with the calculus prerequisite – during their stay in Chicago.

Students, therefore, should come prepared to take classes in other disciplines besides economics.

Planning for Exchange
Once accepted, you will be provided information from University of Chicago about your visa and insurance requirements to enter the U.S. and study. Housing is not provided or guaranteed at the University of Chicago. For information about housing please refer to the University of Chicago resources.

University of Massachusetts Amherst

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources

Visit University of Massachusetts Amherst’s (UMass Amherst) website to learn more about the exchange programme and for information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: September – December

Semester 2: January – May

The full academic calendar can be found here.

Course Availability
Browse the course availability at UMass Amherst.

Exchange students are not eligible to take courses in the following departments: Art, Biomedical Engineering, Dance, Music, Nursing and Computer Science.

Isenberg School of Management and School of Engineering have restrictions. Course restrictions and requirements are available here.

Planning for Exchange
To plan for exchange, review the information regarding next steps after acceptance, visa, housing and more.

University of Wisconsin - Madison

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit University of Wisconsin-Madison's (UW-Madison) website to learn more about the exchange programme and for information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: September - December

Semester 2: January - May

Find out more about the semester dates and timelines at UW-Madison.

Course Availability
As an undergraduate exchange student, you must be enrolled full-time and enrolled in 12-18 course credits.

To confirm course availability, review UW-Madison's academics and course enrolment information to confirm eligibility and course restrictions for exchange students. Exchange students can enrol in any courses or programs at UW-Madison for which they are qualified (have completed the course prerequisites) and there is space available in the course.

Several subject areas are in particularly high demand on campus. Please see UW-Madison's website to confirm restrictions in: School of Business, College of Engineering, Computer Science and Economics courses.

Business Students: Students will not receive priority enrolment for courses in the Wisconsin School of Business. They may have to wait until after the regular enrolment period is complete or even until they arrive in Madison to enrol in these courses. Many courses may be full by the time exchange students can enrol.

Exchange students should not assume they can enrol in business when making decisions about whether to attend the UW-Madison exchange program.

Planning for Exchange
To plan for exchange at UW-Madison, review the information about visa and insurance requirements as well as information about travel and arrival and life on-campus.
On-campus housing is available to apply for but not guaranteed. For more information, please visit UW-Madisons' housing website.

University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill’s website to learn more about the exchange programme and for information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: August – December

Semester 2: January – May

For more information, please review the UNC Chapel Hill academic calendar.

Course Availability
Exchange students can take courses in any department within the College of Arts and Sciences, which includes 40 academic departments. Erolment is subject to availability and dependent on meeting prerequisite requirements. For a full list of courses, please review UNC Chapel Hill’s course catalogue.
The following courses have limited availability: Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Economics and Psychology.

Students can only take 2 courses in the Psychology and Economics departments per semester.

The following are restricted programmes and are not open to exchange students: School of Pharmacy, School of Global Public Health, Business School, Law School, Program in Entrepreneurship, School of Dentistry, School of Education, School of Education, School of Government, School of Information and Library Science, School of Journalism and Media, School of Medicine, School of Nursing and School of Social Work.

Planning for Exchange
To prepare for exchange, review the information regarding visa and immigration, health insurance, housing and additional resources to plan for your arrival.

University of Notre Dame

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit the University of Notre Dame's (UND) website to learn more about the exchange programme and for information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: August – December

Semester 2: January – May

For a detailed calendar of dates, please view the UND Academic Calendar.

Course Availability
The following areas of study are available to exchange students: College of Arts & Letters, College of Science, College of Engineering (CSE + ME limited availability) and Keough School of Global Affairs.

Course listings at UND are available on the website of the Office of the Registrar. Students must maintain a full course of study of at least 12, but not exceed 17/18 credit hours. Class hours/week equivalent to 1 credit hour: 50 minutes per week per credit

The following departments/schools have restrictions at UND:
Business: The College of Business is not available for exchange students.

Law: College of Law is not available for exchange students.

Engineering: The College of Engineering is limited (CSE+ ME have limited availability)
Architecture: Architecture students click here for more information on school-specific restrictions.

 

Planning for Exchange
To plan for your exchange at UND, please review the resources on their website about housing options and student life. Upon acceptance, UND will be communicating the next steps for your visa requirements. You can find more information about the visa requirements on UND’s website. Students will also be required to obtain the required health insurance.

University of Pennsylvania

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit the University of Pennsylvania’s (UPenn) website to learn more about the exchange programme and for information about eligibility requirements.

TCD students are only eligible to enrol in undergraduate courses in the College of Arts and Sciences. Please review course offerings in the College of Arts and Sciences to confirm eligibility.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: August – December

Semester 2: January – May

For a detailed calendar of dates, please view the UPenn Academic Calendar.

Course Availability

Review UPenn’s College of Arts and Sciences website to confirm availability and the course options.

This exchange does not extend to UPenn’s other undergraduate Schools: The School of Engineering and Applied Science, the Wharton School (Business) and The School of Nursing.

Planning for Exchange

To prepare for exchange, review the information on UPenns’s FAQs regarding visa requirements, housing options, cost of living, health insurance and life on campus.

University of Southern California, Dornsife

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit University of Southern California Dornsife’s  website to learn more about the exchange programme and for more information about eligibility requirements.

In the first semester, all courses must be taken at USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences. If you are on exchange for a full academic year, you may take up to 8 units from another USC School in your second semester. Note: Other USC schools may restrict Dornsife exchange student enrolment in their courses.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: August - December

Semester 2: January - May

Course Availability
At the USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences exchange, students must maintain a full time enrollment of 16-18 USC units per semester.

Students may only take courses in the Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences and the subject areas this covers are:
American Studies and Ethnicity, Anthropology, Archaeology, Art History, Astronomy, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Classics, Cognitive Science, Comparative Literature, Creative Writing, Earth Sciences, East Asian Area Studies, East Asian Languages and Cultures, Economics, English, Environmental Studies, French, Gender Studies, Geological Sciences, History, Human Biology, International Relations, Italian, Judaic Studies, Linguistics, Mathematics, Middle East Studies, Neuroscience, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Religion, Russian, Sociology, Spanish.

Students must be prepared to take at least two courses in their major subject. TSM students and other students studying more than one discipline should check with their TCD Academic Mobility Coordinators to ensure this exchange location is feasible.

A list of the majors and minors offered at USC Dornsife can be found here. Courses available at USC Dornsife can be found in the USC Schedule of Classes.

Planning for Exchange
To prepare for exchange, review USC Dornsife’s website to find out more information about the required visa, insurance, and housing information.

University of Florida

Website(s) and Eligibility Resources
Visit the University of Florida’s (UF) website to learn more about the exchange programme and for information about eligibility requirements.

Semester Dates

Semester 1: August – December

Semester 2: January – May

Review UF’s important dates for more detailed information of the exchange timeline.

Course Availability
TCD students may apply to University of Florida's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Undergraduate Students must enrol in 12 credits (typically 4 courses worth 3 credits each). Students must primarily choose courses from their hosting college.

Students may choose up to one course outside of their hosting college, unless otherwise specified by their UF academic and exchange advisor.

For details about course availability, restrictions, and prerequisites, visit UF’s course catalogue.

Planning for Exchange
To prepare for your exchange, review the information about your course registration and visa requirements on UF’s website. As an international student you must also maintain your visa status, please review the information here.

Review UF’s website for information about cost of living in Florida and budgeting for exchange. Students can indicate interest in living on-campus via their online application.

For accommodation, upon submission of the complete application, students will be considered on a first come, first serve basis until slots are filled. The on-campus dormitory for exchange students is Weaver Hall. Weaver Hall is part of the International Living Learning Community. UF Housing will contact students directly to begin the housing application process.