EXPLORE NEWCASTLE & SYDNEY!

This two-week immersive program in Newcastle and Sydney, offered by the University of Newcastle and powered by HEX, equips students with essential innovation, entrepreneurship, tech, and soft skills through a dynamic study  experience.

Participants engage in hands-on workshops, startup building, leadership development, and pitching practice, while connecting with global industry leaders through site visits and networking events. Designed to bridge the gap between education and industry, the program empowers students to tackle global challenges, grow as creative and globally minded citizens, and prepare for future careers in an evolving professional landscape.

What’s included:

✔ Individual Student Accommodation in the City Center of Newcastle
✔ Pastoral care of residential students  
✔ Pre-Departure and student tech platform 
✔ 25+ workshops with industry leaders  
✔ HEX Program Leads  
✔ Alt facilities (i.e Coworking spaces)  
✔ Industry Mentors  
✔ Internal Transportation  
✔ HEXctusive swag bag  
✔ Some meals included - Welcome Dinner, Networking night, Farewell dinner

What’s not included:

✘ Flights 
✘ Accommodation outside the specified dates
✘ Meals outside specified  ones
✘ Personal tourist activities
✘ Travel insurance

Dates & Locations:

• 4 - 11 July, 2026 – Newcastle
• 12 - 18 July, 2026 – Sydney

Cost:

• AU $7,599 (~US $4,999) excluding flights