# UQ-IITD Student Mobility Program

**Source**: https://employability.uq.edu.au/uq-iitd-student-mobility-program
**Parent**: https://employability.uq.edu.au/global-enrichment-experiences

The two-week UQ-IITD Study Mobility Program 2025 offers a unique opportunity for students to engage with the academic and cultural environment of IIT Delhi. Participants will be assigned a faculty coordinator and receive comprehensive logistical support from the UQ-IITD Research Academy. This experience will provide insights into cutting-edge research and help students prepare for potential doctoral pathways.

The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IITD), designated an "Institute of Eminence" by the Government of India, is recognised as one of the world's leading higher education institutions. Situated in the heart of the national capital and spread across 350 acres, IITD offers world-class research facilities and a [dynamic campus life](https://international.iitd.ac.in/) focused on academic excellence and holistic development.

The UQ-IITD Research Academy is a collaborative initiative between The University of Queensland (UQ) and IIT Delhi. The [Academy](https://uqiitd.org/) fosters impactful, transnational research by combining the academic strengths and resources of both institutions. Currently, the Academy supports over 120 joint PhD students across a broad spectrum of disciplines.

#### **PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS**

- Interact with leading faculty and researchers at IIT Delhi
- Explore the research and academic ecosystem of a globally ranked institution
- Experience India's rich cultural and heritage landscape
- Enjoy on-campus accommodation and meals at IIT Delhi
- Receive a Certificate of Participation upon completion
- Open to currently enrolled UQ undergraduate and postgraduate students from all disciplines

**Up to 15 UQ students from The University of Queensland will be selected by IITD to participate in the UQ-IITD Student Mobility Program 2025.**

- [Application Process](https://employability.uq.edu.au/uq-iitd-student-mobility-program?qt-field_uq_structured_content=0#qt-field_uq_structured_content "Application Process")
- [Eligibility](https://employability.uq.edu.au/uq-iitd-student-mobility-program?qt-field_uq_structured_content=1#qt-field_uq_structured_content "Eligibility")
- [Costs and Funding](https://employability.uq.edu.au/uq-iitd-student-mobility-program?qt-field_uq_structured_content=2#qt-field_uq_structured_content "Costs and Funding")

**Application Requirements:**

1. Completed the Global Enrichment Experiences application (below) and include:
2. A one-page statement of purpose outlining your interest in the program and academic goals.
3. A current two-page CV
4. A written endorsement from the head of your academic unit at UQ or an academic (lecturer) within your UQ program
5. UQ studies report (downloaded from [mySI-net](https://sinet.uq.edu.au/))

**Note:** All applications will be provided to IITD for their review and selection process.

**Application Timeline:**

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| 15 Sep 2025 | UQ Application Deadline |
| 16 to 17 Sep 2025 | UQ Eligibility review and nomination |
| 30 Sep 2025 | Successful candidate notified |
| 01 Sep to 30 Oct 2025 | Pre-departure requirements to be complete |
| 25 Nov  - 09 Dec 2025 | UQ-IITD Study Mobility Program 2025 (in-country) |
| 10 - 23 Dec 2025 | Participants to submit post-program feedback to UQ |

Applications will only be accepted through the submission link below.

[Apply to UQ](https://studenthub.uq.edu.au/form.aspx?id=5736164)

#### Experience Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible to participate in this global enrichment experience, you must:

- be a current:
  - Undergraduate student; or
  - Postgraduate student (Masters)
- have a UQ GPA of 5.0
- not have graduated before the end of the experience
- show a genuine interest in the program and research opportunities; and
- received the endorsement for your UQ academic
- not due to graduate before the completion of the experience

International Students **cannot**participate in an experience to the country/region of passport, if you hold a temporary residency visa for Australia (international student visa or provisional Business Innovation and Investment visa (subclass 188)).

#### Exams and assessments

It is your responsibility to ensure that participation in a Global Enrichment Experience does not impact your exams or assessments at UQ. Please be aware that you may not be eligible for deferred or supplementary exams or assessments if there is a conflict.

#### Costs

The participation mode of this experience is [Study Abroad](https://employability.uq.edu.au/get-edge/global-experiences/short-term-experiences/short-term-experiences-explained), meaning you are responsible for paying all associated fees directly to the host or via a payment method communicated to you by Global Experiences.

IIT Delhi will cover the following during the program:

- On-campus accommodation (IITD student hostel) during the program
- All meals during the program

All other costs, including flights, airport transfer, visa/entry permit (if required), vaccinations/medical clearance (if required) and discretionary spending, are the responsibility of the participants.

Students will be covered by [UQ's Corporate Travel Insurance](https://governance-risk.uq.edu.au/functions-and-services/insurance/policies-and-certificates-currency/travel-insurance) for the duration of the experience. If you plan to travel for a longer duration that the experience covers, or outside the country of the experience, you are liable for the cost of additional travel and health insurance.

#### Accommodation

On-campus accommodation ([IITD student hostel](https://bhm.iitd.ac.in/)) will be provided by IITD.

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#### Key Dates

###### Application Deadlines

15 September 2025

###### Program Dates

Start: 25 November 2025\
End: 09 December 2025

#### Fast Facts

**Type**: Academic and Cultural Immersion Tour\
**Mode**: [Study Abroad](https://employability.uq.edu.au/get-edge/global-experiences/short-term-study/short-term-experiences-explained)​\
**Location**: Delhi, India (In-person)\
**Credit**: Not-for-credit\*\
**Cohort**: Undergraduate & Postgraduate\
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\* Students may seek credit from their faculty directly if it meets the faculty requirements for credit.

[UQ HDR Student Mobility Program at IITD](https://employability.uq.edu.au/uq-hdr-student-mobility-program-iitd)

#### OS-HELP Loan

If you participate in a short-term program you may also be eligible to submit an application for an [OS-HELP loan](https://my.uq.edu.au/information-and-services/manage-my-program/fees-payments-and-refunds/fees-and-loans-domestic-students/os-help) i**f your program is for-credit** and you are enrolled as a Commonwealth supported student.

###### Application Deadlines

**15 January** for overseas study commencing March to August\
**15 March** for overseas study commencing May to October\
**15 June** for overseas study commencing August to January\
**15 September** for overseas study commencing November to April

*OS-HELP Loan application deadlines may not align with the experience application deadline. Please visit the [OS-HELP Loan website](https://my.uq.edu.au/information-and-services/manage-my-program/fees-payments-and-refunds/fees-and-loans-domestic-students/os-help) for deadline dates as late applications will not be accepted.*

Refer to the funding page for more information on [eligibility requirements](https://my.uq.edu.au/node/633/2#2) and [loan amounts.](https://my.uq.edu.au/node/633/1#1)

#### Need more information

Contact UQ's **Global Experiences**, by [email](mailto:iget@uq.edu.au?subject=Mitsui%20Education%20Foundation%20Study%20Tour%202024) or phone ([+61 7 3443 8649](tel:+61 7 3443 8649)) for more information.