Study abroad at ICMS in Sydney
Spend a semester abroad in Sydney – one of the world’s most exciting coastal cities! Since 1996, the International College of Management Sydney (ICMS) offers high-quality, practice-oriented studies on Australia’s East Coast.
Located in Manly, just 15 minutes by ferry from Sydney’s city center and right by the famous Manly Beach, the castle-like campus provides a unique study environment.
During your Study Abroad semester, you can focus on Tourism Management (Economics & Media) or as an AMD student from Fashion & Design Management take part in matching courses.
Experience campus life in a close-knit international community, study in a “castle on the hill,” follow a business attire dress code, and choose optional on-campus accommodation.
Beyond the classroom, enjoy everything Sydney has to offer – from surfing at Manly Beach to exploring landmarks such as the Sydney Opera House and discovering Australia’s breathtaking east coast.
Learn more about studying in Sydney and student life at ICMS here.
Keyfacts
Economics & Media
Design
Tourism Management
Mode & Design Management / Fashion & Design Management (Faculty of Design)
Summer semester: Beginning of February – Beginning of May
Winter semester: Late August – Late November
In the week before the start of classes, the host university holds an obligatory orientation week.
- April 1st for a semester abroad in the winter semester
- October 1st for a semester abroad in the summer semester
FAQ
The timing of your semester abroad depends on your study program and your individual study plan. All credits earned abroad will be credited to your designated semester. This allows you to successfully complete your Bachelor studies within the standard period of study as planned.
3rd semster:
- Fashion & Design Management, B.A. (Mode & Designmanagement)
4th semester:
- Business Administration, B.A. (Betriebswirtschaftslehre)
- Business Law, LL.B. (Wirtschaftsrecht)
- Business Psychology, B.Sc. (Wirtschaftspsychologie)
- Media Management and Digital Marketing, B.A.
- Real Estate Management, B.A. (Immobilienwirtschaft)
- Sports Management, B.A.
- Tourism, Hotel, and Event Management, B.A.
4th and/or 5th semester:
- International Business, B.A., HSF Heidelberg
- Psychology, B.Sc. (HSF & HSF Heidelberg)
4th and/or 5th semester:
- International Business Management, B.A.
6th semester:
- All part-time students
- You are a registered student in one of the study programs listed above.
- You must demonstrate English proficiency at B2 level or higher by passing the Hochschule Fresenius Online English Test. You are exempt from this test if you already hold a valid B2+ English certificate (e.g. Cambridge, IELTS, TOEFL) issued within the last two years, or are currently enrolled in a study program taught entirely in English. In all cases, please upload proof of your English proficiency when completing the online application form.
For your semester in Australia, you will need the Student Visa (Subclass 500). This visa allows you to stay in Australia for up to one month after the end of your semester and to work part-time during your studies.
The International Student Office (ISO) / World of Students will inform you as soon as you are eligible to apply and guide you through the process with clear, step-by-step instructions. Please make sure early on that your passport is valid for the entire stay and that you have access to a credit card for the visa application.
You are responsible for booking your own flight. Once you have received confirmation from ICMS, the International Student Office will inform you of the recommended arrival time.
ICMS offers a range of convenient, fully furnished accommodation options in some of Sydney’s most desirable neighbourhoods. Whether you choose to stay in Manly’s iconic “castle on the hill” or prefer the greater independence of a self-catered off-campus residence, you will find comfortable living options to suit different needs.
Alternatively, you are of course also free to arrange your own accommodation through other providers or platforms.
While studying abroad, you’ll continue paying your regular Hochschule Fresenius tuition. A one-time fee covers your semester abroad, including ICMS tuition. Extra costs will include the visa, flights, accommodation, insurance, and daily living expenses. The International Office is happy to give you a rough idea of what to expect. You can also check out funding options, like “Auslands-BAföG” or the Hochschule Fresenius Merit Scholarship (“Leistungsstipendium”), to support your stay here.
- Earn full credits seamlessly
No study time lost - Personalized support from application to arrival
Guidance from Hochschule Fresenius, World of students and ICMS - Boost your CV with international experience
Stand out to future employers - Develop independence, problem-solving, and adaptability
Grow academically and personally - Improve language and communication skills
Practice English in a real-world setting - Gain confidence living abroad
Navigate a new city and culture on your own - Make international friends and expand your network
Connect with peers from around the world - Kick off your semester with Orientation Days
Orientation, campus tours, and social events - Enhance your experience with an optional internship
Gain practical work experience after the semester