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SAE INTERNATIONAL
STUDY TOUR

Travel to Berlin with SAE – March or October 2025

ABOUT SAE’S INTERNATIONAL STUDY TOUR

Ever dreamed of studying at an SAE campus abroad and connecting with our global creative community? Ready to embark on an immersive journey and explore the vibrant culture of a new destination?

SAE University College is excited to offer a new undergraduate unit for Australian students: The International Study Tour based in Berlin, Germany.

During this exclusive 10-day tour, SAE students will gain invaluable insights into Berlin’s culture, society, and creative industries, while participating in educational activities at SAE’s Berlin campus.

This immersive, hands-on experience will broaden your global perspective and deepen your understanding of diverse cultural settings – a major advantage in today’s interconnected creative media and technology landscape.

With limited spots available, the International Study Tour unit offers two intakes per year: the first in Trimester 1 (March) and the second in Trimester 3 (October), each around Week 7 of the trimester.

ABOUT SAE BERLIN

Positioned in the vibrant heart of the city’s Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg district, SAE Berlin is surrounded by leading media companies, international start-ups, creative agencies and legendary recording facilities. This prime location gives you unmatched access to industry networking opportunities and keeps you connected to Berlin’s dynamic creative scene.

As part of the global SAE network of over 50 campuses, SAE Berlin delivers the collaborative, hands-on learning environment that we’re renowned for. While visiting SAE Berlin, you’ll have access to a range of tech and tools on the campus.

Office setting with many people around a front desk with SAE Institute logo on front of desk. Desks and monitors set up in the background.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY?

With limited places available, to be considered for this study tour you must:

  • Be a domestic SAE student currently enrolled in:
    • A bachelors degree in any discipline, OR
    • An associate degree in Creative Industries, Audio or Music
  • Have completed 80 credit points*
  • Have a valid passport before applying for this unit.

This unit is not available to students enrolled in a diploma or Dubai course. It is also not available to students on study visas.

*Conditions apply for fast-tracked students wanting to study this unit in their third trimester

UNIT INFORMATION

Study Areas Animation, Audio, Computer Science, Design, Film, Games,
Music, Creative Industries, VFX & Virtual Production
Available at Sydney, Melbourne, Byron Bay, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide
Student Type Domestic / Undergraduate
Trimesters Available Trimester 1 (March)
Trimester 3 (October)
Credit Points 10
FEE-HELP This unit is FEE-HELP eligible for students who qualify for FEE-HELP. Students who do not qualify for FEE-HELP will be required to pay the full fee upfront, on or before the commencement of the trimester.

 

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FAQS ABOUT SAE’S INTERNATIONAL STUDY TOUR

 

Refer to the eligibility section on this page.

Yes, there will be a waiting list. We will be in touch with applicants if a spot opens up after the deadline.

Yes. It can be used as an elective option.

Yes. Like all units, this unit has assessable project elements they must complete. Significant amounts of the project work will be completed on the study tour trip. The unit guide outlines all project details – check out the Student Portal for more information.

While this is subject to flight times, the study tour will include roughly 10 days in Berlin and 3 days of travel time.

SAE will cover most of the tour costs including:

  • Return flights from your nearest Australian city to Berlin
  • Accommodation (Twin share)
  • Return transfers from and to airport/hotel
  • Breakfasts at the hotel (8 breakfasts)
  • Travel insurance.

As part of the study tour, you’ll be required to pay for:

  • Lunches and dinners
  • Additional meals and snacks
  • Recreational activities
  • Souvenirs and incidentals
  • Entry to some museums and galleries.

SAE will provide students with a $500 scholarship to cover on-the-ground costs while in Berlin.

Yes, you will share a room with a travel mate unless organised prior. There is a single room supplementary payment of $600 – for more details, check out the application form in the Student Portal.

No. All students must return on their allocated flight to successfully complete the unit.

No. This trip is exclusively for SAE students.

Before you apply for the study tour unit, you’ll need a valid passport.

We will travel as a group to Hamburg, but for the rest of the tour, students must remain in Berlin.

Apart from standard travel materials, you should bring any equipment you find useful based on your SAE discipline (e.g. laptop, iPad, headphones, notebooks, etc). Just remember you’ll have a checked baggage limit of 20kg!

You’ll also have access to facilities at the SAE Berlin campus. Prior to the trip, we will confirm the specifics of what facilities are available.

We recommend checking out the local weather before you pack your bags, however, here’s a general guide on what to conditions to expect in Berlin.

March and October both fall into transitional months in Germany, with spring and autumn delivering cool temperatures and the potential for some rain. With an average low of 5° and a high of 15° Celsius, it’s best to pack some warm layers and consider bringing a waterproof jacket with you.