Prepare to go on exchange
Source: https://employability.uq.edu.au/get-edge/global-experiences/semester-based-exchange/prepare-go-exchange Parent: https://employability.uq.edu.au/exchange-funding
Once you've been accepted to participate in the semester-based exchange program, it's time to get ready to go!
Below you'll find some tips to help you make the most of your experience while ensuring you keep safe and healthy while overseas.
Work your way through the IGET Pre-departure Essentials Checklist to help you prepare.
1. Pre-departure session
Before you leave for your semester-based exchange, you must attend a compulsory pre-departure session.
The pre-departure session for exchange in Semester 1, 2026 will be held on 02 Jun 2026.
Semester 2, 2026 Exchange Pre-departure Briefing\ \ Date : Tuesday, 02 Jun 2026\ Time : 10:00am - 12:00pm\ Location : Abel Smith Lecture Theatre, 23-101, St. Lucia campus
The pre-departure session will include information on:
- enrolment
- insurance
- health and safety while overseas
- credit transfer
- culture shock
- returning home
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