Virtual Postgraduate Coursework Exchange Program

Due to Covid-19 this wasn't the normal study abroad experience - nonetheless it was an amazing experience. The academic level at Usyd is very high and the professors are some of the best I've had the chance to work with in my academic career. There are plenty of units to choose from and I've found the curriculum in the units I chose to be interesting and challenging. The workload was higher in some units than I expected but it was definitely manageable. The thing I found most difficult was definitely group work across time zones, cultures and varying levels of English capabilities. Most of the exchange students were studying virtually from their home countries due to Covid-19 keeping the Australian borders closed, making it difficult to coordinate group work. The Study Abroad team that helps you navigate USyd during your studies are some of the kindest and most supporting people I've ever met. Throughout the semester the Study Abroad team arranged several events for the exchange students to connect and learn about the Australian culture. I would recommend attending as many of these events as you can as it's a chance to connect with fellow students, learn about the Australian culture and give yourself a break from studying. All in all, I would definitely recommend doing an exchange semester at USyd.