Study abroad

Studying in another country could be the experience of a lifetime. Enhance your degree by developing important global skills such as knowledge of other countries, language skills, intercultural awareness, adaptability and confidence.

Who can go?

Solent University is seeking to support as many students as possible to have an international experience.

• BSc (Hons) International Business Management students will study abroad in the Spring semester of level 5 and can study a wide range of subjects, as long as they achieve the required 60 credits.
• Students on any three-year degree course can study abroad at level 5, but the modules studied abroad need to match the modules and learning outcomes on the course at Solent with the approval of their course leader.
• Students on a four-year degree course will be able to study during their placement year and will have flexibility on the course of study they choose.

Where can I go?

Solent University has bilateral agreements with a number of universities, most of which teach in English. You can see the full list of partner universities and exchange opportunities by country here.

How to apply to study abroad

• Check our list of partner universities.
• Self-enrol and subscribe on to the SOL page, Turing Funding Study Abroad where the process is explained and you can apply.
• Talk to your course leader.
• Book an appointment or come to one of the drop-ins in the Spark’s workshop to talk to the team about your plans. Check the SOL page for details
• Complete a form to apply for your study abroad - the form is on the SOL page
• Deadline for Spring Semester is 30 April.
• Deadline for Autumn Semester is 15 December.
• Students who plan to study abroad need to be nominated by the international Office to the partner university.
• After nomination you will be contacted by the partner and invited to apply for their programme.

Visas

Since Brexit UK nationals require a visa to study in most countries in the world. Each countries requirements will differ and the partner universities will guide and advise you.

How to receive Turing funding

• Enrol on the SOL page
• Apply via Gateway, choose Turing Funding – Study Abroad
• You will need to upload your learning agreement and your evidence of disadvantaged status.
• Ensure your arrival form is signed
• Ensure your departure form is signed
• Complete the feedback survey

Funding explained

All students receive £14 per day for USA, Canada and Norway as living costs and £12 a day for most other countries such as France, Spain, Greece and Germany.

• For a semester study abroad you would receive around £1500 in the USA, Canada and Norway (depending on exact number of days)
• For a semester study abroad you would receive around £1200 in the most other countries such as France, Spain, Greece and Germany.

You will be considered disadvantaged if you receive full maintenance from Student Finance or can evidence a household income below £25,000 a year.

Disadvantaged students will receive £21 per day as living costs plus a contribution towards travel, insurance, visa and vaccine costs.

• For a semester study abroad, you would receive around £1900 for the USA, Canada and Norway (depending on exact number of days).
• For a semester study abroad, you would receive around £1500 for most other countries such as France, Spain, Greece and Germany.

Travel is only for disadvantaged students and is a contribution towards your travel cost up to a specific amount according to distance from the UK, you will need to provide evidence of payments.

Examples

• France: £250
• Spain: £250
• Norway: £250
• Germany: £250
• Greece: £325
• USA: £745
• Canada:£745

See the full list of travel grants

What our exchange students say

Here's what some of our students had to say about their time abroad:

"The exchange student life has been full of joy as we became close to one another and I have understood that diversity brings us closer."
Lenka (Finland)

"It has completely changed me as a person. Being given the opportunity to place myself in another environment in another country, along with many other international students, is something I will never forget."
Leanne (The Netherlands)

"I can now say I have friends from every corner of the world! Having all these friends enabled me to pick up a new language as well! It was such a valuable experience."
Toby (Canada)

"Norway is an adventurous place with nature and outdoor activities. The university course was flexible, and I appreciated the feedback I received for my work. The Norwegians I met were friendly and seemed to be interested in other cultures. My favourite places in Oslo were the Viking ship museum, Sognsvann Lake, and the ski jump. It has been an adventurous experience for me - one that I'll remember for years to come."
Aaron Wallace (Norway)

"I had various opportunities to meet Dutch students, but also many other international students living there, and learned about their cultures. The programme was fun! We worked on designing an innovative solution for a real-world problem, and also enjoyed study trips to Barcelona, Antwerp and Dusseldorf. I have learned many things - the most important being how to apply what I've learned in the real world."
Anushka Monteiro (The Netherlands)