Semester Exchange - HELP University

HELP University (HU) is recognized by Forbes as one of the 200 best performing companies in Asia Pacific with capitalization below USD1 billion (2011). It is also popularly known as the “University of Achievers” as it produces brilliant students from across the globe. HU students are winners in national and international competitions, most recently the Regional Championship in the CIMB ASEAN Stock Challenge and the Ernst & Young Young Tax Professional of the Year.

HELP University (HU) is located in Kuala Lumpur, the cosmopolitan and culturally diverse capital city of Malaysia with easy access to top corporations. HU has more than 11,000 students, with a large number of them from 90 countries across the globe. With students from 5 different continents, this university will enrich your cultural experience.

HELP University (HU) provides pastoral care for students adjusting to the new environment and culture and it has a Career Placement Centre to help students plan an international career.

Eligibility criteria

To be eligible for this program, you must meet the following:

• Macquarie Abroad General Eligibility Criteria
• A WAM of 60 higher (varies each program).
• Nomination from Macquarie University
• English language proficiency for non-native speakers
• Review the course information and restricted courses to check it is suitable for your degree progression at Macquarie University

How to Apply

Applicants must complete an online Application form. You'll need to include:

Your personal details, One University preference, It should take around 2 - 3 minutes to complete an application.

Important notes:

Application Fee and Payment Options: For all exchange programs (semester and short term), there is a compulsory application fee. For more information and payment options please refer to the Payment Website.

Insurance: It is a requirement of the exchange program that all students must purchase their own travel insurance to cover them for the duration of their entire journey overseas. More information will be given to students upon acceptance.

Program Costs: You remain enrolled at Macquarie University and continue to pay your tuition fees to Macquarie University. As an exchange student you pay no tuition fees to host university. However, you must also always be prepared for unexpected expenses, and should consider how you will be dealing with the expenses of your exchange before you leave your home country. Prior to departure, you will need to save sufficient funds to cover all of your expenses for the duration of your exchange. Some costs to consider include: airfares, students visa (if required), travel health insurance, accommodation, food, additional travel, entertainment, textbooks, incidental expense. If you wish to work while you are away, it is important to note that work rights for international students vary from country to country. For further information about your visa restrictions please contact the consulate or embassy of your host country.

^{*Disclaimer: Macquarie University does not ensure the quality or reputation of activities run externally, should students choose to undertake these activities they take on the full risk and responsibility. All students need to undertake their own risk assessment before departure, considering wisely their personal health and safety risks. Ultimately participation in these activities is at the students’ risk.}