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Select Programs
Australia & New Zealand

With the Select program, you have the freedom to pick schools in fantastic locations such as Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast, Brisbane, Adelaide, Sydney, and Melbourne, offering both metropolitan and regional options. You can also tailor your school selection based on sports, subjects, languages, and art programs. Additionally, you have the opportunity to pursue a national or International Baccalaureate diploma in grade 12. Make your experience truly unique by customizing it to your preferences! Programs are available for Study Abroad, up to one Academic Year – or choose a longer program with a university path.

Australia

Australia is truly amazing, offering good weather virtually all year round in most of the country. Students will find some of the most amazing beaches, rainforests in a rich environment, so it is easy to understand why ‘down under’ attracts students from all over the world.

New Zealand

Turquoise waters, snowy mountains, spectacular volcanos, and green landscapes. New Zealand is a fascinating country with some of the most spectacular unspoilt scenery. The ‘Kiwi’ people are warm welcoming with a rich history. Wherever you go you will receive a friendly smile and a warm welcome. As a student, you will have so much to discover.

High School

Schools in Australia and New Zealand are held in high regard globally, offering you the opportunity to enhance your academic profile during your stay. However, the most significant advantage of your time will likely be the boost in confidence gained from immersing yourself in this incredibly friendly and welcoming environment. Additionally, you’ll create lifelong memories of unique places and experiences that you’ll cherish forever. Extracurricular subjects and sports are encouraged. Try something new!

Staying with a host family

It does not matter if students choose Australia or New Zealand, they will be staying with a caring host family. Our carefully selected host family will introduce students to the local culture providing an insight into local life. All our families look different, some live in the city or on the countryside, others by the coast, some have children, some do not. What they all have in common is that they are excited about welcoming students into their home and to show how it is living as a true Aussie or Kiwi.

Support

To ensure a smooth transition for your exchange in Australia, we provide a four-day Soft Landing Camp in Sydney at the beginning of the school year. From assisting with your application and providing visa documentation to offering continuous support, our dedicated Australian partners on-site are experienced in guiding you, your host family, and school, addressing any concerns that may arise and acting as a reliable liaison throughout your stay.

What is included in the program?

Programs dates starting in January, April, June, and July.
Students stay in paid host families arranged by the School or Department of Education with support staff available throughout.
Attend local private, independent, or state schools across Australia or New Zealand
Students must have an average ‘C’ grade
Students must be 15 years old on arrival and no more than 18 years and nine months
Airport assistance on arrival

What is not included in the program?

International and domestic flights
Any applicable visa application fees
School Levies which can be from AU$70-AU$150 per month

Contact Us

For more information please contact jcrimp@studentexchange.org.au.

Please note that Short Programs are run by our sister organisation, Student Placement Australia New Zealand.

Regulatory Compliance Declaration

It is a contractual requirement that our Regulatory Compliance Declarations are completed by all overseas partners. Regulations governing the operation of secondary exchange programs also extend to the services provided to students from Australia & New Zealand by our overseas partners.

Failure by an overseas partner to meet these requirements may render our organisation in breach of the regulations and potentially subject to deregistration. Please complete the web form below and we will make sure our records are updated.

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