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Global Education

Compliment your Engineering degree with practical experience overseas.

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Widen your academic horizons at leading universities across the globe while immersing yourself in a new culture and building lifelong connections.

Duration: one trimester to one academic year

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A wide range of overseas short programs are available across the globe to expand your horizons and make a real impact.

Duration: 2 - 6 weeks

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Students can complete their work experience overseas, with support from the UNSW exchange team.

Duration: 5 - 60 days

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Students have the opportunity to complete research projects at leading universities overseas as a part of their PhD or honours research.

Duration: 3 - 12 months

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Joint PhD/Cotutelle

This exciting program allows HDR students to complete their PhD under joint supervision from a UNSW and overseas partner academic, completing their research at both universities.

Duration: Length of PhD

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Past student experiences

Advaita Nitturkar

Environmental engineering/Humanitarian minor 4th year

Program: Drought Resistance Uganda (DRU)

Supervisor: Dr Andrew Dansie

I went into Uganda knowing very little about our partners and the country, carrying only my newly found passion for humanitarian engineering. Yet after that trip, it felt like all the memories, friendships, and lessons couldn’t possibly have come from just a fortnight, and they’re ones I’ll cherish for a lifetime. I think what was really beautiful was that everyone on the trip, including our friends in-country, was driven by a shared purpose to try and make a positive difference, which made our trip all about sharing knowledge and experiences across borders.

Olivia

3rd year Renewable Energy Engineering student

Program:Ìý

Supervisor: Richard Corkish

The experience allowed me to apply the theoretical knowledge I learnt in university such as sizing solar arrays and wiring to help various small communities across the island of Tanna. Coming from Australia, I learnt to be extremely grateful for instantaneous access to water, electricity and food.

Paul Ananth

Civil Engineering/Commerce (Finance) – 5th year

Program:ÌýPermaYouth Camp, Timor Leste

Supervisor:ÌýGreg Leslie

Seeing the real-world impact of humanitarian engineering in Timor-Leste opened my eyes to how even simple, practical solutions can transform lives. It reminded me that true engineering isn’t just technical, it’s about compassion, context, and creating meaningful change for those who need it most.

Sadia Khaja

5th Year Environmental Engineering/ Humanitarian Engineering

Program:ÌýTEDI-London Summer School Program (CDEV3300), UK

The TEDI-London Summer School was an incredible opportunity to collaborate with students from diverse disciplines and universities around the globe on real-world engineering challenges. The program helped me develop a global, future-focused outlook while building lasting friendships and exploring the vibrant city of London.

Sanmugi Sivakumar

6th Year Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours) / Bachelor of Environmental Engineering Science

Program:ÌýThought for Food Indonesia 2024,ÌýIndonesia (Jakarta and Bandung)

Supervisor:ÌýJulian Cox

This unforgettable experience strengthened my adaptability and resilience through cross-cultural collaboration and meaningful connections from around the world, while immersing me in Indonesia’s vibrant culture and complex infrastructure, creating invaluable memories along the way.

Sarina Ulrich

4th year Environmental Engineering, Minor in Humanitarian Engineering

Program:ÌýUniversity Scholars Leadership Symposium 2023 Bangkok, Thailand

Attending the USLS was an unforgettable experience, I met students from all over the world, each with different focus areas and passions but the same drive to make a positive impact. From inspiring guest speakers to UN-led workshops and visits to local community projects, the week was packed with moments that left me energised, inspired and hopeful for the future.

Any questions?

For inquiries relating to student exchange or short programs, please use the and .

For all other questions, please reach out to the Engineering International Affairs Team via engineering.international@unsw.edu.au.