Have you ever fancied studying or working overseas? Slightly curious about what it’s like to live in another country. Heard about Erasmus or Study Abroad but don’t know what it’s all about?
The University of Lincoln has a number of opportunities for students to work or study in another country. We have a growing list of partner universities across the world where students (subject to participating programmes), can spend either one or two semesters studying at another university, either studying on credit bearing modules towards their Lincoln degree, or studying related subjects as part of an optional study year abroad.
For students wishing to study in Europe, we have a number of partners, many of whom teach in English, who are part of the Erasmus+ programme. This is an EU funded scheme which provides students with funding to help with living costs whilst in country. More information on Erasmus+ can be found at https://www.britishcouncil.org/study-work-create/opportunity/study-abroad/erasmus or by emailing erasmus@lincoln.ac.uk to find out more specific information.
There are also opportunities for students to study abroad further afield such as in the USA, Canada, Mexico or Japan, depending on your course of study. Because the study takes place at a partner university, tuition fees are waivered. Whilst this option is not funded, additional financial support and travel grants can be obtained via your student loan company. For further information email studyabroad@lincoln.ac.uk
If the thought of a whole semester or even a year abroad is perhaps just a little too daunting, then why not consider a short term overseas opportunity such as a 2-3 week summer school. The international mobility office within the University’s international office regularly receives details of summer schools at our overseas partners, so email either erasmus@lincoln.ac.uk or studyabroad@lincoln.ac.uk to more information or to register your interest.
There are other short term study and volunteering opportunities which are promoted via the British Council, which is the National Agency for Erasmus+. Below is a selection of current opportunities:
Study in Brazil – opportunities ranging from one week study placements https://www.britishcouncil.org/study-work-create/opportunity/study-abroad/study-in-brazil
Study China – 3 week programme
Students in England and Northern Ireland…you could spend Easter 2017 on a funded study trip to China. Taking part gives you the chance to learn the language, interact with Chinese students, academic staff, local families and businesses. Deadline is 5 February 2017 https://www.britishcouncil.org/study-work-create/opportunity/study-abroad/study-china-easter
Volunteer in Ukraine – spend 3 or 5 weeks next summer volunteering to help Ukrainian children learn English with GoCamps, which is a new wave of English summer camps for children. During the camp, children take part in activities and interact with foreign volunteers to build their English language skills and have fun. Applications close 31 January https://www.britishcouncil.org/study-work-create/opportunity/work-volunteer/go-camps-ukraine
Another great short term opportunity which combines adventure and sustainable volunteering projects is that offered by Challenges Abroad which offers amazing opportunities to further your life skills and create incredible experiences, all while helping disadvantaged communities around the world. Check their website to see how you can get involved http://www.challengesabroad.co.uk/ and for University of Lincoln Media students, there may still be places for their trip to Peru next summer on their Teach Media Literacy Challenge. For more information email emma@challengesabroad.co.uk
One further invaluable website is that of Global Graduates which gives very helpful tips and advice on studying and working abroad https://globalgraduates.com/