Information for Staff
Western Sydney University's Go Global and Study Abroad team provides opportunities for students to participate in Learning Abroad (outbound mobility), and for international students to study credit-based semester and year-long programs at Western Sydney University (inbound mobility). If you require further information or advice additional to below, contact goglobal@westernsydney.edu.au.
Returning to Travel
While the Australian Government’s recent announcements have undoubtedly been positive for the eventual resumption of normal activities, there are many uncertainties which currently make it difficult to set a timeline for the return of in-country learning abroad experiences for students. Due to the amount of lead time required to design and deliver overseas programs, it is expected the resumption of in-country activities will commence from mid-2022, depending on the host location. In addition, the Australian Government and Western Sydney University have introduced a range of policies that need to be considered, before any travel commences. If you are currently managing or developing a Learning Abroad experience for students, remote or in-country program, please know that Western Sydney International is working on the 'Return to Student Travel Strategy' in consultation with key stakeholders and detailed information will be made available as soon as the new guidelines are approved by the appropriate channels.
Helpful Links
Staff
- Enquiry about go global and study abroad programs - For staff to enquire about the Go Global (outbound) and Study Abroad (inbound) opportunities offered by WSU
- Global learning registration form (Staff) - notify the international office about prospective or existing overseas programs for students
- Guidelines for Learning Abroad experiences - creating an overseas program for students
- Learning Abroad Program Brochure Request - request an online brochure/webpage for promoting learning abroad programs
- Project Plan and Risk Assessment (under construction)
- NCP project applications
- NCP Project Variations
- NCP Rules
Students
- Overseas academic credit approval - to seek pre-approval to undertake equivalent units for advanced standing when going on exchange or non-exchange.
- Go Global advising session - for students to book a consultation with the International Mobility team
- OS-HELP Assistance Application - for students approved to take overseas study to apply for OS Help assistance
- OS-HELP webpage - current information about OS-HELP
- Request To Receive A Go Global Grant Payment - for students approved to take overseas study to apply for a grant.
External organisations
- Enquiry about go global and study abroad programs - For external parties to enquire about the Go Global (outbound) and Study Abroad (inbound) opportunities offered by WSU
- Preferred Partner Providers - organisations that deliver learning abroad experiences
- International Partnerships - formalise arrangements in research, scholarship, transnational education, student mobility, training, capacity building, professional development, and clinical placements
Other
International Work Experience
Working abroad can be a huge benefit for students including the development of language and communication skills, cultural immersion, creating new ideas, building global networks and more. To ensure a safe, rewarding and quality experience for students, it is important that right due diligence has been completed on the workplace. Western has several channels and requirements for student participation. The following is currently required for overseas work experiences:
- Academic approval: students are to ensure the activity is recognised and approved by their School
- Student Placement Agreement (ISPA): required with the host organisation – visit the Placements Hub*
- Risk Assessment: the student will require the completion of an international risk assessment for the overseas location
- Vice Chancellor’s approval: currently required for all international activities. It is recommended that the ISPA or other evidence including the risk assessment, is attached to the request.
- Insurance: email to L.Dincog@westernsydney.edu.au to confirm insurance coverage. For more information about the coverage see Overseas Travel Insurance
- The student registers their international travel on the Go Global Application Portal
*For international placements only
University and Australian Government Policies
Western Sydney International (WSI) is responsible for the assessment and screening of all proposed international programs and partnerships across the University. By utilising fixed processes, the WSI Go Global team supports project leaders to align their projects with the following University and Australian Government policies and processes:
Student Mobility Policy | International Partner Providers | Critical Incident Guidelines | Travel | Foreign Interference | Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (SEAH) | Child Protection | Modern Slavery | Environmental and Social Safeguard | Compliance | Procurement
If you are planning, developing, or implementing in-country or remote/online activity for students, visit the Guidelines for Learning Abroad Experiences.
Go Global Application Portal
All students must registered on the Western Sydney University Go Global Portal Portal, prior to participating an overseas program (virtual/in-country). The Go Global Application Portal is a web-based platform that provides dedicated webpages (brochures) and an online application process for students. The platform is integrated with Banner and keeps a comprehensive record of all mobility projects across the university (in-country or online). Find out more.
Go Global News
Find out more about what happening in Learning Abroad by subscribing to the Go Global News
Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL)
COIL is the co-development of a shared syllabus by two or more instructors from geographically distant locations. COIL is an innovative way to engage students in a shared, online multicultural and collaborative learning environment. Find out more about how to develop a COIL.
Benefits of Learning Abroad
- National Report - Career Outcomes of Learning Abroad 2020
- AUIDF Learning Abroad 2019 (in 2020)
- Australian Universities Learning Abroad 2019 (Infographic)
- Western Sydney University International Student Mobility 2018 (Infographic)
- Australian Universities Learning Abroad 2018 (Infographic)
- Short Term Programs Career Outcomes of Learning Abroad 2018 (Infographic)
- Research International Education Association of Australia
- CIS Industry Research
- Standards of Good Practice, The Forum on Education Abroad
Annual Mobility Forum
- Mobility Forum 2019: Presentations
- Mobility Forum 2018: Presentations and Photos
Learning Modules for Students
- Module 1: NCP Student Code of Conduct Learning
- Module 2: NCP Mobility Media and Publication Guidelines
- Module 3: Preventing Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (SEAH)
- Module 4: Child Protection
- Module 5: Bullying and Cyber-Harassment
- Module 6: Looking after your mental health
Further Information
Contact
For further advice and information, contact goglobal@westernsydney.edu.au.
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