Student Exchange Programme
Find out more about the Student Exchange Programme and how you can apply.
Who can take part in an exchange programme?
Queen Mary offers undergraduate students from most degree programmes the opportunity to spend an academic exchange abroad during term time, either for an optional autumn semester or a full academic year abroad (please note that not all opportunities are available to all Queen Mary students; please check with your academic school for more details) at one of our partner universities.
Completing an exchange abroad is an integral part of your degree as the modules you follow abroad are selected in consultation with the Go Abroad Coordinator in your academic department, and therefore, these count towards your degree. Completing an exchange abroad has a financial impact, which students should research carefully before committing to applying.
How to apply
You must complete the Global Opportunities application process during the autumn of your first year if you want to go abroad for an optional semester, or during autumn of your second year to go abroad for the full academic year as part of a ‘with a year abroad’ (or WAYA) degree programme.
Therefore, it is good to get in touch with your school’s Go Abroad Coordinator and the Global Opportunities team as early as possible to discuss your interest, learn more about the opportunities available to you, and get support to help you prepare to apply.