Bond University Exchange

Bond University
Western International
Fall, Full Year, Winter
Robina, Australia (Map)

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Founded: 1987

Enrollment: 4,200

Bond University is located in Queensland's Gold Coast. As Australia's first private University, Bond University seeks to be recognised internationally as a leading independent university, imbued with a spirit to innovate, a commitment to influence and a dedication to inspire tomorrow's professionals who share a personalised and transformational student experience.


 

Health Sciences, Information & Media Studies, Social Science

Undergraduate students enrolled in the faculty/faculties listed below at main campus, as well as students from Ivey Business School. 

Faculty of Health Sciences
Faculty of Information and Media Studies (FIMS)
Faculty of Social Science

Students must have completed one full year with a minimum cumulative average of 75% to apply. Students are expected to maintain this average until they depart to Bond University.

Please note that subject areas at partner universities may change. Review the ‘What courses do they offer?' section before selecting a program.

English language requirements

Academic programs

What courses do they offer?

Course details

Timetables and schedules

Course restrictions

  • All programs are only taught in English
How many credits do I need to earn?

4 courses = 4 credit points = 40 credit hours = 2.5 Western Credits (students going for 1 term)

8 courses = 8 credit points = 80 credit hours = 5.0 Western Credits (students going for 1 year)

Grading system

1 course at Bond University is equivalent to 1 credit point and 10 credit hours, which is roughly equivalent to 0.5 Western credits.

Abroad

Semester 1 - Winter Term: Mid January - End of April
Semester 2 - Fall Term: Mid September - Mid December 

Academic calendar

Tuition Fees are paid to Western.

Exchange students may apply to live on-campus or off-campus once accepted into the program, although on-campus accommodation is not guaranteed. Students who do not receive an invitation for on-campus accommodation will be emailed the list of off-campus housing options upon releasing of the on-campus housing allocation results.

On-campus accommodation

Off-campus accommodation

General housing information

Living costs students incur depend on lifestyle choices. Estimated living expenses are based on the costs of accommodation, food, transportation, personal expenses, textbooks etc.

Living expenses for international students - view under 'Student visa living costs and evidence of funds' section for a detailed breakdown of expenses.

*Note that all expenses are in Australian dollars.

There are a number of scholarships and awards available through Western and external organizations to help fund international learning experiences. Visit the scholarships and funding page for more information.

Application deadline: January 1, 2024


Before starting your online application, review the application outline. This outline offers a preview of questions you will be asked to respond to within the online application. Please note this program requires supplementary documents, which must be included in your application submission.

Application Outline

Please only select the ‘login to apply' or ‘apply' button when you are ready to start your online application.

Please note that we do accept late applications, if the ‘Login to Apply' button is present. By submitting an application you are not guaranteed a space in this program.

Connect with current or returning students who have participated in this program or have travelled to this region. Email a current or returning student indicating which program you are interested in at ila@uwo.ca, join one of our information sessions, or attend our drop-in hours to learn about the many international learning opportunities at home or abroad.

Learn more about the host country, local environment, culture, climate, health care, entry/exit requirements, and security precautions related to this location by accessing detailed country guides through:
Government of Canada destination specific travel information
International SOS (ISOS) - Use Western's membership number (Western login credentials required) to access the ISOS country guides.

All students planning international travel should take the initiative to learn about their host country and take reasonable precautions to ensure they stay healthy and safe. This includes becoming familiar with Western's Safety Abroad Policy, pre-departure training, and mandatory Travel Registry requirements outlined on the Safety Abroad website.

Type:
Exchange
Language of Instruction:
English
Subject Area:
Actuarial Science, Anatomy and Cell Biology, Arts and Humanities, Biology, Digital Communication, Digital Humanities, Economics, English, Environmental Science, Film Studies, Financial Modelling, Health Sciences, International Relations, Japanese, Linguistics, Management and Organizational Studies, Mathematics, Media, Information and Technoculture, Microbiology and Immunology, Psychology, Science, Social Science, Sociology, Writing