How does it work? You can apply in your second year to go on exchange in your third year of study to one of our partner universities. You will not pay tuition fees to the partner university and must apply to SAAS or your other funding provider as normal.
1. Attend an information session
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The International Partnerships Office hosts information sessions throughout the year for prospective exchange students. Further details are posted on the Outgoing Student GCU Learn Organisation.
The next information sessions are for current Year 2 students considering a semester exchange abroad in Year 3 (Academic Year 2025-2025).
Attendees are required to register prior to the session they wish to attend.
Please note: attendance is required at one session only.
Session 1: Wednesday, 13 November 2024, Room W622 Time: 2pm – 3.30pm
Register for the 13 November session here
Session 2: Wednesday, 11 December 2024, Location TBC (On Campus) Time: 4pm – 5.30pm
Register for the 11 December session here
Session 3: Wednesday, 15 January 2025, Online (Zoom). Time: 2pm – 3.30pm
Register for the 15 January session here
Please note that these sessions will cover standard semester-long study exchange, queries relating to work/trainee placements (such as Nursing) should be directed to the appropriate Mobility Coordinator or school staff member.
If you have any questions, please get in touch at exchangeenquiries@gcu.ac.uk
2. Research
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Join our Exchange Outgoing Students GCU Learn group to find out more about the exchange opportunities available to you and for further information on the application process.
Think about what you want from your exchange experience and take some time to visit our partner universities’ websites to find out about courses and student life.
Don’t limit yourself to destinations you are instantly drawn to, an exchange at one of our partners in a location you hadn’t previously thought about might be perfect for you.
You'll need to take the equivalent number of credits per semester. For European exchanges, this is 30 ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System).
3. Apply
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We have two application rounds. For exchanges in Trimester A or B, applications open at the end of January, although you are strongly encouraged to begin researching much earlier than this. Direct Entry and Pathways students can apply for exchange from September. For each application round, the exact application dates and destinations available will be advertised on GCU Learn.
The upcoming application round is for current Year 2 students who would like to apply for an exchange in Year 3 (2025-2026). The application is open from Monday, 27 January and closes at 5pm on Friday, 7 February 2025 As part of your application, you will need to submit:
A copy of your passport (covering the expected dates of exchange and a further six months). A motivation letter of 500 words maximum telling us why you want to go on exchange and what you will gain from it. A preferred destination choice form signed by the mobility coordinator for your course. Transcript of records showing a minimum of 50% in all first-year modules (not necessary for direct entrants into Year 2 or 3). Please see the Outgoing Exchange GCU Learn Organisation for exceptions. Budget questionnaire. To apply, please join our Outgoing Exchange Organisation on GCU Learn .
4. Results
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The International Partnerships Office will inform you of the outcome of your application within two weeks of the application deadline.
It's not always possible to allocate a preference destination or alternative to every applicant and an allocation is by no means guaranteed.
5. Support
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The International Partnerships Office is here to support you throughout the process, from the initial application to arriving home after completing your semester abroad. We'll hold a range of meetings throughout your exchange journey, including information sessions, one-to-one meetings, and a pre-departure briefing.
If you would like to speak to a member of our team about your options, please contact us, providing your student ID and course details.
Where can you go? At Glasgow Caledonian University we have over 100 partners in 27 countries. From Austria to Vietnam, we’re confident you will find an exchange that appeals to you.
Exchange opportunities fall under two main categories; subject-specific and university-wide.
