This program is no longer active. Students interested in applying for the University of Queensland program can refer to this program page.
Important Note: Australia requires all participants be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to enter the country.
Australia, Brisbane
Experience the vibrant and diverse city of Brisbane, Australia by spending a semester or a full year studying alongside international and Australian students at The University of Queensland! Through this program, you will have the opportunity to enroll in one of the world's best research universities. Take advantage of the many events and student organizations to meet locals and other international students and see other areas of the country.
As the third largest city in Australia holding nearly 2 million citizens, Brisbane is a city filled with music and culture. Due to its growing live music scene and close proximity to the beach, Brisbane has become one of Australia's most desirable places to live. Beautiful riverside parks, a packed schedule of cultural and art events, and a prosperous and cosmopolitan atmosphere make Brisbane an excellent city to enjoy a semester or year abroad!
Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to providing quality study abroad and domestic study away programs for every UW-Madison student. We work strategically to identify, address, and remove barriers that may prevent participation and to provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for students. Our staff actively engages with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds and prioritizes the continuous development of our knowledge and cultural competence. We also recognize the importance of increasing access to study abroad for historically underrepresented student populations. We are committed to diversity and inclusion so that every student can engage with and understand their identity through a new lens and continue to develop and make progress on their personal, professional, and academic goals.
Sustainability
We recognize that the future of study abroad, domestic study away, and international internship programming requires a Commitment to Sustainability. We are devoted to examining, developing, and improving sustainability in all our endeavors, aligning with campus priorities and following through with UW-Madison's climate action and Resilience Commitment. Join our efforts and learn more about how to study abroad sustainably.
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Eligibility
- Open to UW Madison degree-seeking Engineering students in good academic standing. Students must be admitted into their specific major (i.e.: ME, CEE, etc.), but cannot study abroad in their last two semesters. Special permission may be granted to study abroad in second to last semester (see IESP for details).
- 3.0 cumulative GPA
- If English is not your first language, please contact international@engr.wisc.edu for supplemental information that may be required to submit with your application.
- Sophomore, Junior, Senior
- Open to UW-Madison degree-seeking students only
- Good academic and disciplinary standing
- At the time of application and the semester prior to participation, UW-Madison students must be currently enrolled. Transfer Students to UW-Madison need to be currently enrolled at their home institution
Advising Location
Program Structure
Exchange & Direct Enroll
Subjects
UQ offers courses in most equivalent UW fields of study in engineering as well as humanities and social science. Courses available at UQ can be viewed here.
Classroom Language
English
Housing
Apartments, Residence Hall, Responsible for arranging your own housing
Program Duration
Fall semester: mid July to late November
Spring semester: late February to late June
Year: mid July to late June (please contact IESP if interested in this duration: international@engr.wisc.edu)
Calendar year: late February to late November (please contact IESP if interested in this duration: international@engr.wisc.edu)
Application Deadline(s)
Future durations will be posted at a later date.
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In today's global marketplace, there is an increasing need for broadly educated engineering graduates with cross-cultural skills, international understanding and proficiency in more than one language. The College of Engineering is committed to providing international opportunities that will assist engineering students in obtaining these important skills. With more than 20 programs, including many with instruction in English, our programs help you gain flexibility, adaptability, confidence and crosscultural skills for the job market and fulfill your desire for learning and adventure.
UQ is a large public research university that offers a variety of academic programs including most UW Engineering majors and humanities and social science courses.
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Foreign Courses
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Course Equivalents
Use the links below to see a list of courses that past students have taken on this program and the UW equivalents. Note: This list only includes pre-approved courses for your program and may not be an exhaustive list of courses, departments or equivalents. Courses may not be available the semester you are abroad. You will receive instructions on the course equivalent process after acceptance. View Course Equivalents