Study a semester abroad at Notre Dame

Studying abroad can be a rich and fulfilling experience. Getting out of your comfort zone and experiencing other cultures can expand your horizons and worldview in a way no textbook can.

Notre Dame has opportunities for you to study a semester abroad in Australia. Download a Study Abroad Guide or email studyabroad@nd.edu.au.

Learn more about what it’s like to study at UNDA.

Our campuses

At Notre Dame, you can experience Australian life right on the beach in Perth, Western Australia or in the vibrant heart of the university precinct in Sydney, New South Wales.

Sydney

If you choose to settle in Sydney, you will never run out of things to see and do.

As one of the most popular cities globally, Sydney offers a rich and diverse range of activities and places to explore. There are options for everyone, whether you’re interested in concerts, sports, museums and galleries, exploring nature, eating out or heading to the beach.

To find out more about Sydney, including activities and the climate, see the Living in Australia page.

Perth

Perth is known for its gorgeous climate, stunning beaches and beautiful nature. There is no shortage of activities, from art galleries and museums to restaurants for eating out, music and arts festivals, parks, the Margaret River wine region and some of the world’s most beautiful and remote beaches.

Our Fremantle campus is conveniently situated only a 40-minute train ride from Perth. To find out more, see the Living in Australia page.

Accommodation

• Sydney accommodation

  There is plenty of great housing options for students surrounding the campus including rooms in residential colleges or guest houses, shared student apartments and private rentals. Notre Dame doesn’t offer on-campus accommodation in Sydney, but there are other accommodation options.

  See more details on Sydney accommodation, visit the Accommodation page.

• Perth accommodation

  If you choose to study at the Fremantle campus, you’ll have the option to stay on-campus if you choose to. There are also housing options for students surrounding the campus, including rooms in residential colleges or guest houses, shared student apartments and private rentals.

  For details on Perth accommodation, visit the Accommodation page.

Important information and key dates

• Semester dates

  It’s important to plan your arrival in Perth or Sydney carefully to ensure you’ve recovered from the flight and are settled into your surroundings. You also want to arrive in time for mandatory orientation and the start of classes.

  The academic year is split into two:

  • Semester 1: February to June
  • Semester 2: July to November

  To help in planning for your time abroad, our academic calendars and other important information dates are found at Calendars and timetables.

• Application deadlines

  Semester 1 study (February to June):

  • Nomination due from a partner university: 15 November of the previous year
  • Application due date: 30 November of the previous year

  Semester 2 (July to November):

  • Nomination due from a partner university: 15 April of the same year
  • Application due date: 1 May of the same year

• Study fees

  The fees are:

  • 4 courses (100 UNDA credit points) AU$8,800
  • 5 courses (125 UNDA credit points) AU$11,000

Student life

There's so much more to uni than tests and exams.

As well as our teachers and tutors, Notre Dame offers opportunities for support and socialisation, including our clubs and societies, ministry, and student services. We invite you to fully engage with the Notre Dame community, build lasting friendships, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Watch this video on what our students have to say, or to explore more, visit the Student Life page.

Study Abroad Support