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During your time studying with us you have a chance to study, work, volunteer or take part in a group trip abroad during your time studying with us. Participating in a Go Abroad activity will support you in gaining new skills and enhancing your employability.

You'll also make new friends and enhance your intercultural awareness. In the past, our students have travelled to many places across the world using our global professional networks, from the cosmopolitan cities of Spain, to the bustling streets of Vietnam.

Go Abroad opportunities

Ready to explore the world? From volunteering to paid placements, gain skills, make friends, and experience unforgettable adventures. Apply now and start your global journey.

Find a global opportunity

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Funding and support

Find out about the various ways we can support you with your international adventures.

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Incoming exchange students

Looking to study here short term from overseas? Take a look what's on offer.

Why Go Abroad?

Going abroad during your time at university is a great way to enrich your studies, improve your employability, and it gives you a stepping stone to travel to parts of the world you may never have considered visiting before. Whatever course you’re studying, the world is yours to experience and our dedicated Go Abroad team will help you take advantage of this fantastic opportunity during your time with us.

Check out our six reasons to Go Abroad

What our students say

Travelling to India for 4 weeks has been one of the best experiences of my life and I have made so many friendships in the group

Emily Hyde

Student

I LOVED Vietnam! I loved making new friends out there and experiencing some really cool places and my placement was so good too!

BSc Digital and Social Media Marketing student

Social Media Content Intern, Elite Group, Vietnam

It was an unforgettable experience that allowed me to make a positive contribution, learn new skills, and build friendships that will last a lifetime.

Travelteer Volunteer Programmer, Nepal

BSc Digital & Technology Solutions (Apprenticeship)

Take these opportunities to develop your soft and professional skills and get out of your comfort zone.

MSc Digital Marketing Management student

Business Group Trip, Hungary

My first week at Summer School in Indonesia - Danny

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Danny joined our Go Abroad team to travel to Surabaya in Indonesia, in conjunction with our partner Universitas Airlangga for a 4 week cultural and academic experience.

Staffs Uni students at the British University Vietnam

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Discover what our students experienced as part of the Turing Scheme.

Work experience abroad: Nepal

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Work experience abroad: Nepal

Global Connections - Victoria's Top Tips for Working Abroad

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Victoria's advice and suggestions for students considering working abroad.

Business Students at British University Vietnam with SU Global

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Business Students at British University Vietnam with SU Global

Global Connections - Victoria's Student Experience

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Business Management student Victoria discusses working in Iowa.

Lovely Professional University, India

British University Vietnam, Hanoi

Istinye University - Istanbul

Ondokuz Mayis University - Turkey

Ondokuz Mayis University - Samsun, Turkey

Universtie Pompeu Fabra - Barcelona

Tampere University of Applied Science - Finland

Nippon Sport Science University - Tokyo

Come and chat to us!

To find out more about the opportunities we offer, get in contact with our Go Abroad team, who are dedicated to helping you find the experience that’s right for you.

Go Abroad

Funding and support

Incoming exchange students

Why Go Abroad?

What our students say

My first week at Summer School in Indonesia - Danny

Staffs Uni students at the British University Vietnam

Work experience abroad: Nepal

Global Connections - Victoria's Top Tips for Working Abroad

Business Students at British University Vietnam with SU Global