International Student Exchanges Annette Strauss Head of International Mobility & European Affairs International Relations Office

Student Exchanges Singapore 6775 miles 12 hours Australia miles to Melbourne 22 hours USA 3864 miles to Raleigh, North Carolina 3948 miles to Cincinnati, Ohio 4734 miles to Denton, Texas

When you go abroad.. You will usually do this in the second year of your course You can go for one semester or one year You are still registered as a Surrey student You continue to pay fees at Surrey You pay no fees to the partner institution abroad

Academic requirements There usually needs to be a good course match (never completely perfect) You must check with your personal tutor and second year course director It must prepare you for level 3 Care about professional requirements You will need to be able to transfer your credit at the end

Personal Requirements High academic calibre No likelihood of level 1 resits You could be overseas from July onwards You must have written consent from your tutor Adaptable (academically and socially) Committed (no last minute change of mind)

Where can I go?

Where can I go? University-wide Partners University of North Texas, USA University of Cincinnati, USA North Carolina State University, USA Swinburne University of Technology, Australia Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Kyushu Institute of Technology, Japan (postgraduates only)

Where can I go? Subject-based Agreements Sociology University of Maryland, USA Language and Translation Studies Moscow State Institute of International Relations, Russia Management and Law La Trobe University, Australia

Where can I go? Subject-based Agreements School of Management University of Central Florida, USA Brock University, Canada Ryerson University, Canada Singapore Management University, Singapore University of Hong Kong, China City University Hong Kong, China Mahidol University International College, Thailand La Trobe University, Australia

United States of America University of North Texas University of Cincinnati North Carolina State University University of Maryland

Singapore Nanyang Technological University

Australia Swinburne University of Technology La Trobe University

Why should I go? Experiencing a different culture will broaden your horizons Increase your cultural awareness Develop a much more international outlook Help you to become more flexible and adaptable in your work and study Chance to develop lasting international friendships and business links Generally, mobile students are seen by employers as more ‘rounded’ individuals because they have experienced different study and work environments and they have developed their social skills. Academically, your period of study abroad will contribute credits towards your degree and broaden your academic experience in your chosen subject.

How much will it cost? LEA – contact your LEA to find out if you are eligible for any extra funding and to notify them that you are planning to study abroad Tuition – you pay reduced fees at Surrey if you go for a full year. No fees are payable at the overseas partner institution Accommodation – usually on campus and cheaper than the UK. Often a shared room. Possibly with meal plans Travel costs and insurance Visa fees Study books, spending money, etc

How do I apply? 1. Inform your Personal Tutor that you are interested. Find out whether your department will support your application. 2. Check the course descriptions published online by the partner university and check they are acceptable with your Course Director 3. Come and talk to the International Relations Office (28/29BA00) – please make an appointment via before you come

How do I apply? 4. Complete the University of Surrey application form 5. Complete the partner university application forms Ask your Personal Tutor to write a confidential letter of recommendation Write a short personal statement Provide evidence of financial support sufficient to meet expenses Include a passport sized photo with your application Deadline for applications is the 28 February We aim to have a firm list of acceptable candidates for each University by the end of April

Life in the USA Usually superb sports and recreation facilities No significant language problems You will need a credit card Alcohol is illegal if you are under 21 Car hire can be difficult if you are under 21 Different academic system: very directed, little reading around subject attendance required tests / multiple choice exams every week short answers consistent amount of work - less emphasis on final exam higher pass mark

University of Cincinnati Located in Cincinatti, Ohio Exchange partner since 1998 About 37,000 students In the top 25 public research universities in the USA Courses include aerospace engineering, civil engineering, materials engineering, mechanical engineering, law, English, business, media.

University of North Texas Located in Denton, Texas, 35 miles north of Dallas Exchange partner since 1986 About 35,000 students Courses include biochemistry, chemistry, economics, English, mathematics, politics, film, business, electrical engineering, materials engineering, mechanical engineering.

North Carolina State University Part of Surrey’s Global Partnership Network Located in Raleigh, North Carolina Exchange partner since 2008 About 31,000 students Ranked 219 in the world Located in Raleigh, capital city of North Carolina Courses include politics, business, biosciences, chemistry, physics, economics, English, mathematics, mechanical and aerospace engineering.

University of Maryland Located in College Park, Maryland, just outside of Washington DC Sociology exchange partner since 1990 About 37,000 students Ranked 122 in the world Exchange with Maryland is only available to Sociology students

Nanyang Technological University Located in the south west of Singapore Exchange partner since 1998 About 29,000 students All teaching is in English Courses include business, aerospace engineering, chemical engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering, materials engineering, economics, physics.

Swinburne University of Technology Located in Melbourne Exchange partner since 2002 About 26,000 students Courses include film, politics, business, civil engineering, biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, computing, chemistry, biosciences.

Student Exchanges What should I do next? Talk with family over the break Decide where you want to go (three choices maximum) Speak to your Personal Tutor and Course Director Complete the application form Further contact next year International Relations Office 28BA00 Annette Strauss Sandra Hedley-Boxall