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UoG: opportunities beyond Scotland during your studies

Studying at the University of Glasgow means opening doors to a range of life-changing opportunities that scope beyond Scotland. Study and work abroad opportunities at UofG are fantastic ways to experience something new and broaden your horizons, all with the support of your university.

Read here for an account by Amy, a Primary Education student, who recounts her study abroad experience in Austria: https://link.unibuddy.co/unibuddy/umyZ5ZTjV3YoAG5m9

Go abroad range across various timeframes, from shorter summer school courses and volunteer work (short term mobility opportunities) to longer semester or year abroad programmes (study abroad or exchange programmes).

If you are looking for potential destinations, browse through the portal here: https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/students/goabroad/exchangedestinations/

If you are curious about short term mobility opportunities, check out: https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/students/goabroad/study-short-term/


The University of Glasgow has many partner universities in various countries across the world, including Singapore, Australia, France and more! What is great is that the university offers tons of funding support and scholarships for students undertaking these types of opportunities. It is an experience worth considering.

Go abroad additionally also includes work abroad experiences which are great opportunities to build your skillset, widen your network, and enhance your understanding. This includes international internships that you may source yourself or those offered by the university for students of specific degrees. It is worth keeping an eye out on careers channels while at UofG for regular updates on available positions. See here for the Student Opportunities Hub: https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/careers/finding-jobs/studentopportunitieshub/

Make the most out of your time here at UofG! :proud:

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