Go Abroad!

“I learned more in 6 months studying abroad about life and people than the 3 years I’ve spent at the UofA.” Australia, BCom

Education Abroad Program - KIAS Info Session

Session Outline

“Studying abroad will definitely be the highlight of my years of university!”

England, BSc.

What is the Education Abroad Program (EAP)? Benefits Study, work, volunteer options Process (applying, eligibility) Q & A

London, England

Why Should I Go Abroad?

Gain international experience (& independence)

Internationalize your degree – add a ‘global dimension’ to your post-secondary education (new insights & perspectives)

Gain a distinct advantage in the workforce (enhance resume)

Enhance your language skills (learn a new language)

Learn about another culture first-hand (immerse yourself & live like a local)

Better understand & share your own culture (tell the world who you are)

Develop skills and abilities (communication, problem-solving, adaptability)

Reach personal, academic, and professional goals (challenge yourself)

It will open up doors and windows of opportunity

Travel the world, meet new people, & have the time of your life!

International Options

“If anyone is contemplating studying abroad, I would highly recommend it. The opportunities you have, the people you meet, and

the memories you take home are unbelievable.” France, BCom

Vimy Ridge, France

U of A abroad options:

1.) U of A Group Study Programs

2.) Faculty-specific Programs

3.) EAP Term or Year Exchanges

4.) EAP Summer Programs

5.) EAP Work/Internships

6.) Volunteer abroad

U of A professors and students, credit guaranteed

ALES Czech Republic, Romania, Germany

Arts Cortona, Italy

Business China & Europe

East Asian Studies Japan & China

Education Ghana, China

Modern Languages & Cultural Studies (MLCS) Italy, Ukraine, Russia, France

Law Granada, Spain

1.) U of A Courses Abroad

Cortona, Italy

Czech Republic

2.) Faculty-specific programs

• Exchanges• Internships• Summer programs

• Many faculties offer programs for their own students

Browse our Study Abroad Directory for program listings

Check department websites for listings

Mexico

3.) Term or Year Exchanges

Austria

Study Globally - Pay Locally

• remain a U of A student

• pay U of A tuition and fees

• eligible for regular U of A funding and

extra funding

• administrative support

• transfer credit towards degree

• housing arranged

Where?

Australia

Austria

Barbados

Brazil

China

Cuba

Finland

France

Germany

Ghana

India

Italy

JamaicaJapan Mexico

Netherlands

New Zealand

Norway

Peru

Poland

Russia

Singapore

South Korea

Spain

Sweden

Trinidad & Tobago

Turkey

Ukraine

UK

USA

Over 100 partner institutions in 35 countries – 80% teach in English

WUN Partners

World Universities Network (WUN) Exchange Partners

Australia University of Western Australia (UWA)

China Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) Zhejiang University

Norway Bergen University

United Kingdom University of Leeds University of Sheffield

Cost?

Depends on WHERE you go (and your current living arrangements)

U of A NTU, Singapore

Tuition & Fees $3,151.61/term $3,151.61/term

Books $500 - $700/term $150/term

Accommodation $350 - $900/month $150 - $250/month

Food $250/month $160/month

Transportation $104/term $80/month

Airfare N/A $900 - $1400

Total $6,155.61 - $8,555.61/term $5,761.61 - $6,661.61/term

*Returned Student Reports* (binders in HUB office only)• tells you approximate cost for each institution/country• feedback from returned students

Scholarships!

Over $500,000 available for study and work abroad programs

• Education Abroad Awards:• Endowed awards

• New! Individual Education Abroad Awards

• Edmonton Consular Ball Scholarship (summer research)

• Summer Language Awards

• Deadline: January 31, 2012

• Other Funding:• Through Faculties and Office of Student Awards

Browse the Award Directory online for funding options

Amsterdam

Education Abroad Program

4.) Summer Programs

AustriaBrazilChina FinlandFranceGermany

IndiaJapan MexicoNorthern IrelandSouth KoreaTurkey

• 3-6 weeks long

• May-June or July-August

• courses:

• language and cultural studies

• business, economics, political science, history, science, & engineering courses

• many programs pre-approved for transfer credit

Eligibility Requirements

Trinidad & Tobago

Generally,

• you require about a B average (2.5 cumulative GPA & 2.7 current GPA)

• must have completed one year at the U of A (*18-30 credits)

• can apply with *12 credits completed

• must be registered as a full-time U of A student

• personal suitability screening by advisor

Term/Year Deadlines

Study Abroad Term/Year MEET ADVISOR Deadlines:

Killam Fellowships Program (USA)Fall term

All Other ExchangesEarly January

New Zealand

Summer Deadlines

Summer Abroad MEET ADVISOR Deadlines:

Finland & Hong Kong

Early January

All Other Summer Programs

Meet Advisor by March 2, 2012 (to start in Spring/Summer ‘12)

China

5.) Work Abroad

Work Abroad Programs include: Research placements, practicum, clinical rotations, internships, etc.

where you gain practical experience in your field!

Two types of work abroad:

1 – Combined Study & Work

2 – Work Only

Washington DC, USA

Germany: Alberta-Saxony International Internship Alliance (ASIIA)

Open to all faculties Monthly stipend, travel bursary, language training reimbursement

Germany: Ludwig Maximilians-Universität (LMU) Internship Open to Arts & Humanities Monthly stipend

Mexico: Canadian Consulate Internships, Guadalajara• Open to trade, business, economics, and political science

Singapore: Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Internships

• Business, Applied Economics, & Computer Science• Stipend & Tuition Awards

Internships

Saxony, Germany

Mexico

Internships

South Korea: Chungnam National University – Global Internship Program (CNU-GIP)

• Open to all faculties

United States: The Washington Center (TWC) – for Internships & Academic Seminars

Open to all faculties Award

United States: Alberta Smithsonian Internship Program (ASIP)  Open to all faculties Award

Worldwide: Aga Khan University (AKU) Internships Open to all faculties Award

Washington, DC

Kenya

February 15 Deadline

New Programs!

USA: Academic Internship Council (San Francisco & New York City) Open to all faculties Webinar on: January 27, 12-1pm Register at: https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/470708742

USA: Cultural Vistas (anywhere) Open to all faculties Find your own internship

6.) Volunteer Abroad

WUSC – World University Service of Canada

CWY – Canada World Youth

YCI – Youth Challenge International

CCI – Canadian Crossroads International

CIEE – Council on International Educational Exchange

Change for Children

HFH – Habitat for Humanity

VSO Canada – Voluntary Service Overseas

Lots of opportunity to Volunteer Abroad on your own – here are some agencies to consider:

Keep in Mind

Plan Ahead!

Have to apply 6 months – 1 year in advance

Want to go abroad in 3rd year, have to apply in 2nd year

So, visit us in early Fall semester (Sept/Oct) to get started

France

*Remember that all post-secondary debt will eventually be paid off,

but the memories, experience, & skills you’ll earn abroad will last forever!

So why let this be you?...

U of A

…When THIS could be you!

Meeting the locals in OZ!

Skiing the slopes in the Alps!

Paragliding in Brazil!

Climbing the Great Wall in China!

Soaking-up sun in Mexico!

Seeing the sights in London!

Europe

Australia & New Zealand

Asia

Scandinavia

Latin America

Education Abroad

“Going abroad

was the best decision

I’ve ever made.

Do it!”

Travel. Live. Learn. GO ABROAD!

It’s easier than you think – over 90% of applicants are accepted! India

Invest in your future. Invest in yourself.

So where in the world will YOU go?

Worldwide

Visit us!

HUB Office

Office: Education Abroad Program – 8920 HUB Mall

Online: www.goabroad.ualberta.ca

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