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We aim to visit leading technology companies during this study tour. You are welcome to visit course to learn what happened in 2023-2025 class. A similar program structure will be scheduled in 2026. A detailed and confirmed schedule will be provided to the selected students in July.

1^st May 2026:

Application for INFS3020 2026 opens now.

29^th May 2026:

Application closes at 11.59pm on Friday 29^th May 2026.

5^th June 2026:

Students notified of outcome of the application (successful/unsuccessful)

12^th June 2026:

You are required to confirm your acceptance of the offer by the 12^th  of June. Otherwise, your spot will be offered to students who are on the waitlist.

26^th  June 2026:

Payment of non-refundable $1000 deposit (securing your place in this course). An online payment link will be provided via email.

16^th July 2026:

Non-refundable final payment of the balance

17^th July 2026:   

Chinese visa application starts. As we are visiting China for study, we must use the appropriate visa to enter the country. Thus, we must apply for the study tour visa.

Week 7-9 Term 2 2026:

Compulsory Pre-Departure in-person Session (3-hour session.  date, time & location TBA)

29/08/26:

Depart Sydney for commencement of study tour in China.

30/08/26:

Arrive in Shanghai hotel booked for the study tour in China by 7pm.

30/8/26:

The first meeting will be held at 9pm. Location TBA

12/09/26:

Depart China for conclusion of study tour.

Term 3 2026:

• Compulsory debriefing session (date, time, & location TBA)
• Individual report draft and personal reflection
• Group project presentation (date, time, & location TBA)

In addition to normal course fees, students will incur additional costs of approximately between $2,500 to $2,700 (depending on the total number of enrolled, the more students, the less cost) for all program costs, accommodations, breakfast, transports to the companies, and organized social and cultural activities. Flights and visa costs are not included in this amount.

There are costs that are not included in your payment, and you should ensure that you have sufficient funds to cover transport to/from Sydney airport, and to the hotel/airport in Shanghai, phone calls, SIM card, laundry, admission costs at additional social and cultural tours, incidentals, and entertainment. In addition to these, you should allow at least $30 per day to spend on basic items such as meals, food and drinks.

If you are offered a place in this course, the initial non-refunded deposit of $1000 is due before 26^th June 2026. This payment indicates your acceptance of the offer.

Accommodation is provided for all students in a safe and central location. Students will stay in twin rooms and are required to stay together as a group.

The study tour will be conducted in Shanghai. The companies to be visited will be confirmed prior to the pre-departure Information Session.

Students may apply for an OS-HELP loan for this course (subject to meeting eligibility criteria). This financial assistance initiative by the Australian government assists with expenses incurred in overseas study. For further information including eligibility, please visit  on the main 91É«ÇéƬ website.

Each student is responsible for his/her own health before and during the course. You should consult your doctor to get advice about vaccinations or other health issues. You should also consult the Australian Government website for travellers: 

91É«ÇéƬ's travel insurance policy covers students taking this course. You are obliged to read and understand all the details of the policy. While 91É«ÇéƬ aims to assist you with cost-effective insurance, the coverage may not meet the requirements of all students going on this course. In such cases, we strongly recommend you arrange your own travel coverage through a private insurance provider.

The 91É«ÇéƬ Business School continues to closely monitor the current global COVID-19 pandemic and are following the university’s approach to maintain a considered, evidence-based position guided by public health experts and government advice. 

Should the situation change, and we are unable to travel to a specific INFS3020 location of China due to restrictions or public health risk, we will cancel the course and fees you have submitted to the trip will be fully refunded.