Academic

Academic approval

Make sure your overseas study or work experience aligns with your Western Sydney University course requirements before departure. If you plan to count overseas study, an internship, placement or other work-integrated learning activity towards your Western degree, you may need to obtain academic approval in advance.

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Credit value

Comparison of credit values

* China and Taiwan use the US credit hours system.

Other countries use different credit value systems, including Canada (which varies university by university), Singapore, India, Argentina and Chile. Please research the credit value systems for these countries at the website of the specific university.

Academic calendar

Comparison of academic calendars

In the northern hemisphere most partner institutions operate on a two semester system, however their academic calendars are usually different from Australia.

Spring session

Autumn session

There may be instances where the start and end dates of an overseas programs, could overlap with your studies at Western Sydney University and potentially hinder your progress. In such cases, Academic Advisors may not be able to endorse your intended overseas program.