Summer Break Programs

Short-term programs - Summer Break (December – February)

Short-term programs are an exciting opportunity to undertake an international experience during your USYD Degree.

Summer 2025 - 2026 programs must take place entirely within the University of Sydney end of year break (30 November 2025 - 22 February 2026).

Students are responsible for ensuring they arrange travel that meets all requirements of their University of Sydney Degree inclusive of the full exam block.

Steps to Apply

Step 1: Watch the pre-recorded Short-term Application informational videos.
Step 2: Attend an in-person short-term information session or drop-in Q&A. 
Step 3: Choose your program, click ‘Apply Now’ and complete the questionnaires inside your application. Ensure you click SUBMIT.
Step 4: Complete the Academic Approval Request questionnaire before the academic approval deadline. Ensure you click SUBMIT.
Step 5: Submit your application for your chosen program.

Academic Approval - you must apply by the 26 September 2025.

Faculty Services (Mobility) guarantee your academic approval request will be processed before the start of your overseas program if you have applied before this date. For further information please refer to the 'academics' tab of your chosen program brochure.

Program application and payment deadlines vary by program. You can submit applications for up to two programs. 

You are eligible to complete ONE program for credit over the University break for a maximum approved credit limit of 12cp. 

Interested in an OLE In-Country Experience unit? Register your interest for a Nov 2025 - Jan 2026 unit. International programs offered by the University of Sydney Faculty can also be found on our Faculty and School Programs page.  

2025-2026 Summer Break Global Experiences

All programs have now been updated for the 2025-2026 Summer break.

EARLY APPLICATION PROGRAMS

Applying to a program that is not listed on the Global Mobility Database?

If you wish to participate in a program not promoted on the Global Mobility Database, you can register your travel on our Travel Registry for travel advice and insurance information. You cannot request pre-approved credit through the Travel Registry.