Study exchange program

Experience global education: Your world of opportunities

Make your dual degree even more extraordinary! As a DLI student, you can enhance your studies with a global experience at our home university campuses: Lancaster University in the UK and/or Deakin University in Australia.

Your global study timeline

During the second year of your dual degree, choose one or both global experiences:

Dual Degree’s first term of second year of study: Lancaster University’s historic UK campus
Dual Degree’s second term of second year of study: Deakin University’s vibrant Melbourne location

How study exchange works

Continue paying your DLI fees while studying at our world-renowned home campuses, Lancaster University in the UK and/or Deakin University in Australia. This opportunity enables you to:

Enhance your global perspective
Experience British and/or Australian university life
Build an international network
Stay on track with your dual degree program

Making it happen

Eligibility

Good academic standing in your first year is key to accessing these international opportunities. You’ll need to demonstrate strong academic performance and financial preparedness. Places are limited, so we encourage early applications during your first year of study.

Financial Planning during your international trimester, you’ll continue paying your DLI tuition fees while managing additional costs including:

Visa application and processing (UK visa requirements | Australian visa requirements)
International flights and student accommodation
Health insurance and living expenses

Discover your home away from home

Lancaster, UK, experience life in a historic student-orientated university city at the heart of the UK, where centuries of heritage meet contemporary British culture. Explore life at Lancaster.

Melbourne, Australia, immerse yourself in one of the world’s most livable cities, known for its vibrant culture and outstanding student lifestyle. Study Melbourne guide and Living in Australia at Deakin.

Support throughout your journey

Our dedicated team provides comprehensive guidance including:

Application and visa support
Accommodation advice
Pre-departure preparation
Cultural orientation

Important information

All dual degree undergraduate students are eligible to apply for Study Exchange opportunities at Lancaster University and Deakin University.
All Study Exchange opportunities are subject to academic performance and financial capability assessment.
Course availability at Lancaster and Deakin University may vary and will be confirmed closer to the start of the Exchange Program.
Additional costs for accommodation, visas and living expenses will be incurred by the student.
Students are responsible for all costs beyond DLI tuition fees, but comprehensive guidance is provided throughout the process.

Ready to begin your global journey? Apply now to commence your study in September 2025.