Want to study abroad in Australia? Our Study Abroad program offers a wonderful opportunity for high school students to study in a NSW government school, stay with a family in a ‘homestay’ and experience a unique Australian lifestyle. You can choose a school in a coastal, rural or urban setting and study from 3 months to 1 year.
View our Study Abroad video on the right for more information. Also available in Italian and French.
Discover the transformative experiences of students who have ventured beyond their borders through our Study Abroad program. Their stories highlight the personal growth, cultural exchange, and academic advancement that comes from immersion in a new environment. Dive into their journeys and be inspired to embark on your own adventure!
Our intake days are at the beginning of each school term.
High school applicants for Years 9-10 can enrol from Term 1 to Term 4.
Senior high school applicants for Year 11 can enrol in Term 1, Term 2 or Term 3.
You can choose from schools located throughout NSW, including Sydney and regional centres.
For more information about the regions of NSW, please visit the Tourism NSW website.
Learn about what is on offer at each of the participating schools from the links to their school profiles below.
Our Study Abroad school finder provides a helpful comparison of the subjects, languages and sports on offer at each of our Study Abroad schools. The Study Abroad matrix can be downloaded here(PDF 1.7MB).
As part of the student visa application you will need to demonstrate that you have purchased Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) as insurance to cover the duration of your stay in Australia.
OSHC helps cover the cost of medical expenses including doctors, specialists and various hospital services.
Study Abroad students must pay an application fee when submitting an application. A statement of fees is issued by DE International with a letter of offer, stating fees that must be paid in order to accept the offer and to receive a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
As an international student, you must meet student visa requirements, including:
Further information on these conditions and other processes for requesting leave, requesting a change to living arrangements or making a complaint or appeal can be found in our Information for International Students handout.
Failure to comply with these requirements may result in the termination of your program.
Our schools provide a range of support services to ensure you settle in, are well supported and can achieve your best. These include:
Students are encouraged to submit applications through an education agent registered with DE International who can assist with preparing your documents for application and the complex visa application process. Some students may be required by DE International to submit their application through one of these agents.
Everyone at school was so nice and helpful. I felt safe all the time, and it didn`t take me long to get involved and make friends. My personal favourite subjects were surfing and drama. I liked them most because we don`t have them in Germany and the teachers were nice as well.
Read more about Sina's Study Abroad experience
The Australian Government is committed to providing international students with a safe, enjoyable and rewarding study experience in Australia.
We are a proud member of Australian Government Schools International (AGSI), a collaborative association of government schools with international student programs.
