How to Prepare for Departure

Congratulations! Your Learning Abroad program is about to begin. Please complete the following steps.

Pre-Departure tutorial

Make sure to read through the information in the Pre-Departure Tutorial before your program begins.  It's packed with valuable information and resources tailored for your Learning Abroad experience. 

Travel Approval

Before making any travel arrangements, you must obtain travel approval to ensure your trip is registered with UNSW. This enables UNSW to provide you in-country assistance through International SOS and coverage under UNSW travel insurance

You can seek approval for your travel by completing the Student Travel Risk Assessment survey, which is available in the Pre-Departure Tutorial.

If you are undertaking an internship or Work Integrated Learning (WIL) program abroad, you should also refer to Preparing for your WIL activity.

Once your travel is approved you will receive information from International SOS with details on how to access the International SOS app and update your details and travel itinerary.

Travel Insurance

It is important to check UNSW’s travel insurance and be aware of what you are covered for.  It is your responsibility to read and understand all details of the policy.  If UNSW insurance does not meet your requirements, you should arrange your own travel coverage through a private insurance provider.  

It is essential you have adequate insurance cover while you are travelling. See Smartraveller's guide to buying travel insurance and make sure you are covered!

International SOS

UNSW partners with International SOS to provide around the clock international medical and travel advice and support.  Students travelling on approved travel can contact International SOS on 61 2 9372 2468 for assistance. 

On arrival at your destination, you should check in via the International SOS app and ensure the location service is turned on for your safety.

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