
Study Abroad in Australia
Australia beckons with natural wonders, international vibes, and biodiversity you can’t find anywhere else.
Home to over 25 million people and 200,000+ species, studying abroad in Australia is a fascinating experience full of history, wildlife, and culture. Whether you’re interested in engineering or ecology, health sciences or humanities, CIEE has a study abroad program in Australia that’s perfect for you.
Study abroad in Sydney, Australia, and gain access to a wide range of courses and cultural activities that expand your understanding of this beautiful country. Earn academic credit while studying in one of Australia’s biggest cities where you can explore the iconic harbor and cityscape. Dig into academics, internships, or design your own study abroad program through our Open Campus Program.
When you study abroad in Australia, you have access to homestays, internships, volunteering opportunities, and direct enrollment options with added cultural clubs, activities, and excursions that provide a uniquely immersive international experience. Come explore the Land Down Under with CIEE!
Australia Study Abroad Programs

- Sydney, Australia
- Study Program
Trade your winter season back home for an unforgettable adventure in Sydney during Australia's summer
- Big City
- Life by the Sea

- Sydney, Australia
- Full-Time Internship
Gain work experience and take in the urban beat of the Southern Hemisphere’s hub of business and industry
- Big City
- Life by the Sea

- Sydney, Australia
- Study Program
- Part-Time Internship
Learn about business ethics, corporate structure, fiscal policies while completing a full-time internship in Sydney, Australia’s international hub and capital of innovation
- Big City
- Life by the Sea
- Volunteering

- Sydney, Australia
- Study Program
Take in the urban beat of the Southern Hemisphere’s hub of business and industry during study abroad this summer
- Big City
- Life by the Sea
- Volunteering

- Study Program
Choose from hundreds of courses offered in English at University of New South Wales’ suburban Sydney campus.
- AACSB-Accredited
- Big City
- Host Institution
- Life by the Sea
- Volunteering

- Sydney, Australia
- Study Program
- Multi-Location Offering
- Part-Time Internship
Our Open Campus Block program allows you to start studying in Sydney, then study in two other countries in one term
- Big City
- Life by the Sea
- Volunteering
Study in Australia Blog
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Frequently Asked Questions
You should study in Australia for a variety of reasons, from the country’s diverse wildlife and expansive landscape, to the laid back and friendly Aussia culture and history. Consistently ranked as one of the best cities to live, Sydney provides students with an inclusive, diverse environment where they can thrive.
Australia is a good place to study abroad for students looking to live an adventurous, lively lifestyle with a friendly, welcoming community. With a variety of course offerings, volunteer and research opportunities, and service-learning projects, students can expand their global understanding while also earning academic credit.
If you’re wondering how to apply to study abroad in Australia, you’ve come to the right place! Simply search our study abroad programs in Australia, connect with your campus study abroad office, and start your application.
While a student’s packing list for Australia will depend on the time of year and duration of their study, we generally recommend that students pack the following items: comfortable shoes, flip flops, a hat, clothes, swimwear, a backpack, and a raincoat. Students should ensure they know the season and weather for when they’ll be traveling to Australia: Summer months are from December to February, while Winter months are June to August.