What are my options?
There are many exciting opportunities available to study, work or volunteer abroad during your studies at NTU. The range of options available depends on your course of study.
Study exchange
Where can I go and how does it work?
You can study at one of NTU's partner universities in:
- Europe – We have exchange agreements with around 250 partner institutions in 26 European countries. NTU has been awarded an Erasmus Charter
to take part in the Erasmus+ Programme promoting student and staff mobility which enables you to apply for funding to support your study or work abroad. Erasmus+ also pays particular attention to guidance, reception, physical accessibility, teaching and technical support services, and, especially, financing the extra costs for students whose physical, mental or health-related conditions require extra financial support. This is to ensure that you can take full advantage of an Erasmus+ experience. You can view the accessible destinations put together by the Erasmus Student Network and read more about the funding on the Erasmus Mobility Grants page. European Policy Statement is a document outlining how we work with European partners, students and stakeholders. - Rest of the world – NTU’s numerous partner universities beyond Europe mean there are a variety of exchange opportunities across multiple disciplines.
You can also choose to study abroad via the International Student Exchange Programme (ISEP) network, which will give you access to over 300 member institutions across the world.
When can I go?
Exchanges are open to most full time undergraduate students during the second year of a three-year course, or the third year of a four-year course.
You have the option to go for one semester or for a full year, depending on your course of study. Some courses may also offer the opportunity to combine work and study abroad.
Erasmus exchange is also available to some postgraduate students, depending on course of study.
Please contact your Course Leader or School exchange coordinator if you have any questions about the options available to you.
Summer and short term opportunities
Where can I go and how does it work?
Worldwide – if you ar unable to take up the opportunity to go abroad during your studies, you can choose a shorter experience, such as:
- a summer school
- an external opportunity (e.g. research or teaching assistantships)
- study tour or field trip (course specific)
Most of these opportunities are open to all students and offer a great chance to experience study and life in another country. While participation won't count towards your NTU degree in any way, it will still give you a valuable experience to put on your CV.
When can I go?
Short-term and summer opportunities mainly take place during summer holidays, but there are also options available during Christmas and Easter breaks. Study tours or field trips are offered as options on some courses and if you would like to find out more about the opportunities available to you please contact your Course Leader.
Work abroad
Where can I go and how does it work?
Worldwide – there are opportunities to go on a placement or work experience programme around the globe. You can enhance your employability skills through:
- an NTU sourced work placement
- a self-sourced work placement
- other external opportunities
When can I go?
If you are on a sandwich course, you normally have the option to go during your third year of study. Some courses may also support shorter durations and the combination of work and study abroad.
Please contact your Course Leader or School exchange coordinator if you have any questions about the options available to you.
Volunteer abroad
Where can I go and how does it work?
NTU works with a wide range of overseas projects and organisations to offer you fantastic volunteering opportunities, or you can source your own international volunteering experience. Most of these opportunities are open to all students.
When can I go?
These mainly take place during summer holidays, but there are also options available during Christmas and Easter breaks.
