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Exchange Program Opportunities

Algoma U prides itself in offering an internationally recognized education.

The International Affairs office offers unique short-term mobility experiences open for Algoma U students to apply to. Often, there is funding available to help make these experiences more accessible to our student body. Please see the opportunities below for further details.

Contact:

Taylor Jaehrling & Heather Douglas

Coordinators, Global Engagement & Mobility

[email protected]

Shamsa Mohamed

Canterbury, England

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Tea Lane

Canterbury, England

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Avery Marsh

Aberdeen, Scotland

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Nicole Costello

Warwick, England & Oulu, Finland

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Matti Parotti

Ghent, Belgium

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Shamsa Mohamed

Canterbury, England

Single Semester Exchange in Canterbury, UK
Partner Institution: Canterbury Christ Church University

Introducing Shamsa, a law and justice student eager to gain insights into how her program operates in a different country. Shamsa embarked on a transformative journey to Canterbury Christ Church University in England, where she immersed herself in a new academic environment and culture.

During her time abroad, Shamsa seized the opportunity to explore various European destinations, often spending weekends visiting friends in Belgium. This exposure ignited their curiosity about different European cultures and lifestyles, prompting them to further expand their travels across the continent.

Despite considering herself to be introverted, Shamsa confronted her fear of putting herself out there and meeting new people during their study abroad experience. She embraced the challenge and made a conscious effort to step out of their comfort zone, ultimately discovering a newfound confidence in themselves.

Reflecting on her experience, Shamsa offers valuable advice for future study abroad students: “I would assure students that it would be a fantastic experience that will change their perspective on many things. I would tell them they have nothing to lose and much to gain from the experience.”

Shamsa’s study abroad journey exemplifies the power of stepping outside one’s comfort zone, embracing new experiences, and gaining invaluable insights into different academic and cultural contexts.

Tea Lane

Canterbury, England

Single Semester Exchange in Canterbury, UK
Partner Institution: Canterbury Christ Church University

Introducing Tea, a third-year Bachelor of Business student at Algoma University, whose dream of studying abroad finally became a reality. Tea took the leap and embarked on an unforgettable journey to Canterbury, UK, fulfilling a long-held aspiration.

During her time in the UK, Tea embraced the opportunity to explore many different cities in Europe, including Mykonos, Athens, and Rome. Reflecting on her travels, Tea describes the experience as nothing short of amazing, with each day bringing forth new adventures and unforgettable memories. She fondly reminisces about the places she visited and the diverse people she encountered along the way.

The study abroad experience not only enriched Tea’s life with new experiences but also enhanced her confidence in her ability to travel and make decisions independently. While she felt supported during her time abroad, Tea also learned valuable lessons in independence and navigating day-to-day experiences.

Despite the enriching experiences, Tea encountered adversity during her time abroad. She recalls a challenging moment when she faced bullying from her flatmates and had to advocate for herself to be relocated. Fortunately, Tea found solace in the support system around her and successfully transitioned to new and comfortable living arrangements.

To those considering studying abroad, Tea offers words of encouragement: “take the leap and have fun. I kind of live by the mindset of “you only live once” so I would say to them that all things considered it’s not that much time out of your life and for all the useful and fun experiences you could have while you’re there it’s worth it. Yes, there are going to be days you wish you were back home but there’s also going to be a lot of days where all you’re feeling is grateful for the experience.”

Tea’s journey exemplifies the transformative power of studying abroad, fostering personal growth, resilience, and a deeper appreciation for diverse cultures and experiences.

Avery Marsh

Aberdeen, Scotland

My name is Avery Marsh, and I am a fourth-year environmental science student at Algoma University. I have always wanted to go on exchange, so last year I packed my bags and headed off to the University of Aberdeen in Scotland!

The first friends I met in Scotland were my roommates. Since they were all exchange students as well – two from Germany, one from China – there was a sense of kinship and we had a lot of fun asking each other questions about our respective upbringings in different countries (‘Who Am I’ was surprisingly difficult to play; got the shock of a lifetime when none of them knew who Bugs Bunny was). Since it was our first time in Scotland, we felt an equal hunger to explore and went all over the country (which was super easy considering the vast bus and train system). Flights within Europe were relatively cheap using certain companies, so I also took advantage of that opportunity to visit England, France, Switzerland, and Italy.

Experiencing university as a foreign student felt exciting. The school had lots of fun fresher week events and campus activities that helped us meet other exchange students. They had a fair meant to recruit people into societies (clubs) as well, and I found myself wanting to join as many as I could. In the end, I tried rugby (with both regrets and not regrets) but ended up joining the football club.

Aberdeen and its surrounding villages were quintessential Scotland: cobblestone streets, stone hedges, castles, and fluffy cows. There was a saying I heard often when I was there: “In Scotland, you’ll experience all four seasons in one day” and boy was this true. I have never encountered such odd patterns of rain in my life, but that was just one of the things you got used to living there. ]

This description doesn’t even touch a quarter of what I experienced when I was there, but I want to leave off by saying that the experience was amazing. I miss my friends who I hope to see soon, and I miss the constant sense of adventure. If you want to come away with a higher sense of confidence, independence, and a newfound travel addiction (brace yourself) exchange will be the best decision of your life.

Nicole Costello

Warwick, England & Oulu, Finland

Single Semester Exchange in Warwick, UK
Followed by Single Semester Exchange in Oulu, Finland
Partner Institutions: Warwick University and UArctic

Introducing Nicole, a fourth-year music student at Algoma University who embarked on an exchange program to the UK. Inspired by her mother’s participation in an international exchange program, Nicole eagerly embraced the opportunity to explore a different education system and gain fresh perspectives to bring back to Canada as she pursues a career in teaching.

Before setting off on her journey, Nicole admits to feeling nervous about various aspects of the experience: leaving home for the first time, making new friends, cooking, and navigating a new environment. Transitioning from a smaller university like Algoma to the massive campus of Warwick was initially daunting. Nicole also had concerns about mastering cooking different meals. However, she found unexpected support among her flatmates, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking and quickly became lifelong friends.

Despite her initial apprehensions, Nicole’s exchange experience proved to be transformative. She embraced new challenges, pushed herself outside of her comfort zone, and discovered a newfound sense of confidence and resilience. From rock climbing adventures to cozy pub outings, jam sessions with fellow musicians, and gym sessions, Nicole fully immersed herself in the vibrant culture of her host country.

When asked to share her advice for future exchange students, Nicole offered these words of encouragement: “I would tell students to take the jump and go on the experience. It is a great opportunity to see the world and make new friends. It will always be scary to leave what you know behind, but this is an amazing opportunity. I am excited to explore the new country, learn the culture, and try new foods. I think that going on exchange is an opportunity to learn more about yourself and about what is going on in the world.”

Nicole’s exchange journey exemplifies the transformative power of stepping outside one’s comfort zone, embracing new challenges, and seizing opportunities for personal and academic growth. Her experience serves as an inspiration for future students to embark on their own international adventures and expand their horizons.

Matti Parotti

Ghent, Belgium

Single Semester Exchange in Ghent, Belgium
Partner Institution: University of Artevelde

Introducing Matti, a third-year social work student from Algoma University who embarked on a life-changing study abroad journey in Ghent, Belgium. Matti’s decision to choose Belgium was influenced by various factors, including the recently launched partnership with Algoma U offering programs fully in English, tailored specifically for international students.

Belgium’s reputation as a melting pot of diverse cultures intrigued Matti. During their time abroad, they explored the enchanting cities of Bruges and Brussels, immersing themselves in rich culture and inspiring architecture. The experience left an indelible mark on Matti, inspiring them to return one day and explore more of what Belgium has to offer.

Among Matti’s epic adventures abroad was attending a Fall Out Boy concert in Brussels with friends. Despite encountering some mishaps, such as taking the wrong train not once, but twice, they managed to make it to the concert and shared many laughs along the way. These experiences have shaped Matti’s ability to navigate new surroundings and cultivate a newfound sense of independence, although they admit they’re still learning to figure out those European trains.

Reflecting on their time abroad, Matti fondly recalls the friendships she forged. They emphasize the transformative power of travel, stating, “Wherever you go, there’s a good chance you’ll meet a lot of new friends and connections on your journey! I think in the two months I’ve been here I’ve met some lifelong friends that I’ll definitely keep in touch with.”

Matti’s Belgian adventure highlights the enriching experiences and enduring connections that await those who embark on study abroad opportunities.

Upper Austria University Of Applied Sciences – BUSINESS ONLY

Location: Steyr, Austria

Faculties for Algoma U students in English: Upper Austria offers programming for students wishing to study business courses only. Algoma University students are eligible to study both undergraduate and masters programming. Global sales and marketing program (Bachelor and Masters) offered fully in English and course details can be found here.

Term Dates:
Fall term: Early October – End of January (studies to finish before the Christmas break for AU students)
Spring term: End of February to End of June

Website:
https://www.fh-ooe.at/en/international/incomings/

Howest University of Applied Sciences
Location: Bruges, Belgium and Kortijk, Belgium

Faculties for Algoma U students in English:
Computer Science
Biology
Visual Arts
Business Administration
Social Work
Teaching

Howest offers English-taught semesters, more programming information can be found here.

Term Dates:
Fall term: Mid-September – End of January (studies to finish before the Christmas break for AU students)
Spring term: End of February to End of June

Website
https://www.howest.be/en

ThomasMore University of Applied Sciences
Location: Geel, Belgium and Mechelen, Belgium

Faculties for Algoma U students in English:
Business Administration
Computer Science
Environmental Science
Biology
Geography
Psychology
Social Work
Teaching

ThomasMore offers English-taught semesters, more information on programming can be found here.

Term Dates
Fall term: Mid-September – End of January (studies to finish prior to the Christmas break for AU students)
Spring term: End of February to End of June

Website
https://thomasmore.be/en/study/programme-types/exchange-programmes

Artevelde University of Applied Sciences – Social Work Only
Location: Ghent, Belgium

Faculties for Algoma U students in English:
Social Work Only

Business Administration (HRM)

Artevelde offers prescribed International Semester programs for incoming exchange students. For the 2024/2025 academic year the following programs are offered:

Social Work in Urban Areas (Fall 2024 only)

Sustainable HRM, Strategies, practices, and challenges (Fall 2024 only)

Together for social education (Winter 2025 only)

Term Dates
Fall term: Mid-September- End of January (studies to finish prior to the Christmas break for AU Students)

Spring term: Early February – End of June

Website
https://www.arteveldehogeschool.be/en/studying-artevelde-university-applied-sciences/starting-your-studies

UNOCHAPECO: Universidade Comunitaria da Regiao de Chapeco

Location: Chapeco, Brazil

Faculties for Algoma U students in English:All courses offered by Unochapeco are currently delivered in Portuguese. Students who are fluent in Portuguese are welcome to apply and can visit their website for course offerings.

B1 level of Portuguese is recommended to attend subjects taught in this language. Languages courses may be offered prior to arrival.

Term Dates
Fall term: August – December
Spring term: February – July

Website
https://www.unochapeco.edu.br/

UNIMINUTO

Aalborg University

Location: Aalborg, Denmark

Faculties for Algoma U students in English:
Business Administration
Computer Science
Environmental Science
Humanities

Term Dates:
Fall term: September 1 – January 31 (studies to finish before the Christmas break for AU students)
Spring term: February 1 – June 30

Website
https://www.en.aau.dk/education/apply/exchange#

More information:

Fact Sheet

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IT University of Copenhagen

Location: Copenhagen, Denmark

Faculties for Algoma U students in English:
Business Administration
Computer Science

A full list of courses available for exchange students can be found here.

Term Dates
Fall term: End of August – Mid-December
Spring term: Mid-January – End of May

Website
https://en.itu.dk/Programmes/Exchange-students/Become-an-exchange-student-at-ITU

Canterbury Christ Church University

Location: Canterbury, England

Faculties for Algoma U students in English:
History
Visual Arts and Performing Arts
Education
Business Administration and Marketing
Computer Science and Games Design
Social Work
English
Law and Justice
Music
Political Science
Psychology
Biology

All courses offered at CCCU are offered in English but some programs may be limited to space, a full list of subject areas offered at CCCU can be found here.

Term Dates:
Fall term: Mid-September – Mid-December
Spring term: End of January – End of May

Website:
https://www.canterbury.ac.uk/international/studying-abroad-at-canterbury-christ-church-university

Warwick University

Location: Warwick, England

Faculties for Algoma U students in English:
History
Visual Arts and Performance
Education
Community Economic Social Development
Modern Languages
Biology and Life Sciences
Psychology
Mathematics
Computer Science
Political Science
Sociology
Warwick Business School* (limited space available)

All courses offered at CCCU are offered in English but some programs may be limited to space, there also may be more options available for students choosing to stay for two semesters. For more course information, please visit their website.

Term Dates
Fall term: September – December
Spring term: January – April

Website
https://warwick.ac.uk/services/studentopportunity/studentmobility/studyatwarwick/

Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK)

Location: Tampere, Finland

Faculties for Algoma U Students in English:
Business Administration
Music
Social Work
Computer Science (Software Engineering)

More information for courses offered in English can be found here.

Term Dates

Fall term: Mid-August – December

Spring term: Early January – May

Website

https://www.tuni.fi/en/study-with-us/exchange-studies/exchange-studies-tamk

University of Turku

Location: Turku, Finland

Faculties for Algoma U students in English:
Education
Humanities (History, English Literature)
Law and Justice
Biology
Geography
Chemistry
Mathematics
Computer Science
Psychology (neuroscience)
Business Administration

More information for courses offered in English can be found here.

Funding
The University of Turku is a partner through our North2North program and students may be eligible for additional funding through the Finnish North2North program.

Term Dates
Fall term: End of August – December
Spring term: January – May

Website
https://www.utu.fi/en/study-at-utu

University of Lapland
Location: Lapland, Finland

Faculties for Algoma U students in English:
Political Science
Sociology
Social Work
Business Administration
Law and Justice
Visual Arts

More information for courses offered in English can be found here.

Funding
The University of Lapland is a partner through our North2North program and students may be eligible for additional funding through the Finnish North2North program.

Term Dates
Fall term: End of August – December
Spring term: January – May

Website

https://www.ulapland.fi/EN/Admissions/Exchange-studies

Sup’Biotech Villejuif

Location: Paris, France

Faculties for Algoma U students in English:
SupBiotech’s curriculum is a multidisciplinary balance between science and engineering coursework (lectures, practical laboratory work and projects), management skills, industrial know-how and knowledge of both domestic and international biotechnology markets.

SUP Biotech offers prescribed multi-disciplinary semesters for exchange students that combine studies in life sciences, engineering sciences, social and business sciences.

More information for courses offered in English for exchange students can be found here.

Term Dates:
Fall term: September – December
Spring term: February – July

Website
https://www.supbiotech.fr/en/programs/exchange-programs/

L’Universite De Rouen

Location: Normandy, France

Faculties for Algoma U students in English:
Please note that many of the lectures are delivered fully in French. Students preparing to study at Rouen should have a minimum French language proficiency.

Courses offered include:
Chemistry
Biology
Health Sciences
Humanities (History, Culture Studies, Sociology)
Computer Science
Environmental Sciences

For more information on courses available for incoming students, please visit their website here.

Term Dates
Fall term: September – December
Spring term: February – July

Website
https://www.supbiotech.fr/en/programs/exchange-programs/

VECHTA UNIVERSITY
Location: Vechta, Germany

Faculties for Algoma U students in English:
Social Work
Business Administration

Term Dates
Fall: Mid September – End of January (studies to finish prior to the Christmas break for AU students)
Spring term: April – End of July

Website
https://www.uni-vechta.de/en/international-office/coming-to-vechta/exchange-studies

PAVIA UNIVERSITY

Location: Pavia, Italy

Programming options for Algoma U students in English:
Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence)
Business Administration (Masters level – open to undergraduate students)
Political Science and International Relations (Masters level – open to undergraduate students)
History (Masters level – open to undergraduate students)
Philosophy (Masters level – open to undergraduate students)
Psychology (Masters level – open to undergraduate students)
Biology – Life Sciences (Masters level – open to undergraduate students)

Term Dates
Fall term: September – December
Spring term: February – July

Website
https://web-en.unipv.it/info-for/exchange-programmes/

Semester Abroad Program – Italian Culture and Language Course
The Alma Mater Ticinensis Foundation and the University of Pavia have pooled their resources to create this Semester Abroad Program. It is addressed to foreign undergraduate students who wish to study in Italy while earning credits at their home institutions, and to acquire or improve fluency in Italian. Courses are taught in English.

The program comprises two components: Italian Studies and Italian Language.

COURSES
Students will earn from 12 to 18 credits (3 credits per course) in Italian Studies. Before each course begins, the University of Pavia Academic Advisor will work with his/her counterpart at the student’s home institution to ensure the transferability of all credits earned abroad.

The classes will be given in such as the following subjects:
Contemporary Italian and European History
The Political Institutions of the European Union
Italian and European Economics
The History of Italian Art
Music in Italy
The History of Italian Literature

Active courses are listed on the Alma Mater Ticinensis website www.almamaterticinensis.eu.

Kansai University
Location: Osaka, Japan

Program Affinity
Cultural courses only including Japanese language courses

Term Dates
Fall term: Mid-September to end of January
Spring term: Beginning of April – mid-July

Website
https://www.kansai-u.ac.jp/Kokusai/future/index_jp.html

Kyoto Sangyo University
Location: Kyoto, Japan

Program Affinity
Cultural courses only including Japanese language courses

Term Dates
Fall term: Mid-September to end of January
Spring term: Beginning of April – end of July

Website
http://www.kyoto-su.ac.jp/english/admin/applications.html

Nagoya University of Foreign Studies

Location: Nagoya, Japan

Program Affinity
Cultural courses only including Japanese language courses

Term Dates
Fall term: Mid-September to mid-December
Spring term: Mid-April to mid-July

Website
https://www-e.nufs.ac.jp/interchange/incoming/exchange/courses/

Kyungpook National University
Location: Daegu, South Korea

Program Affinity
Environmental Science
Biology
Humanities and Languages (Korean specific)
Business Administration
Computer Science

For more information on course availability and other exchange student specific information, visit their website here.

Term Dates
Fall term: September to December
Spring term: March to June

KNU Online Summer School
KNU also offers a short-term summer program for exchange students that brings together students and academics for a unique intercultural experience through lectures on global and Korean issues as well as Korean language and culture. All courses are taught either in English or Korean, and you will take courses with other participants from all over the world.

The summer school is offered yearly in August for two weeks and applications are due by June. For more information you can visit their website here.

Website
https://en.knu.ac.kr/admission/exchange01.htm#con08

Dong-A University
Location: Busan, South Korea

Program Affinity
Business Administration

Dong-A also offers Korean language courses for incoming students.

Term Dates
Fall term: September to December
Spring term: March to June

Website
https://dms.donga.ac.kr/globalen/9054/subview.do

University of Agder

Location: Kristiansand, Norway

Faculties for Algoma U students in English:
Education
Humanities (History, English Literature)
Law and Justice
Political Science
Business Administration
Geography
Environmental Science
Fine Arts (Visual Arts, Drama)
Computer Science

Funding:
The University of Agder is a partner through our North2North program and students may be eligible for additional funding through the Norwegian North2North program.

Term Dates:
Fall term: August – December
Spring term: January – June

Website:
https://www.uia.no/en/studies/exchange-students

University of the Arctic (UIT)

Location: Tromso, Norway and Alta, Norway

Faculties for Algoma U students in English:

Business Administration
Environmental Science
Biology and Health Sciences
Computer Science
Humanities (History, English Literature)
Political Science
Geography/Geology
Law and Justice
Fine Arts (Visual Arts)
Psychology

For more information on courses offered to exchange students at UiT, please visit their website here. Options for international placements and research opportunities also may be available at UiT.

Funding
The University of Agder is a partner through our North2North program and students may be eligible for additional funding through the Norwegian North2North program.

Term Dates:
Fall term: August – December
Spring term: January – June

Website:
https://en.uit.no/education/studentexchange

Collegium Civitas

Location: Warsaw, Poland

Faculties for Algoma U students in English:
Business Administration
Political Science (International Relations)
Sociology

For more information, please visit their website here.

Term Dates:
Fall term: Early October – Mid-January
Spring term: Mid-January – Mid-June

Website:
https://civitas.edu.pl/en/cooperation/student-exchange-incoming

UNIVERSITY OF JAUME I
Location: Castellon de la Plana, Spain

Faculties for Algoma U students in English:
Humanities
Business Administration

Term Dates
Fall term: Mid September – December
Spring term: Mid-January – Mid May

Website

https://www.uji.es/perfils/internacional/?idioma=en

UNIVERSIDAD FRANCISCO DE VITORIA
Location: Madrid, Spain

Programming options for Algoma U students in English:
Business Administration

UFV offers an intensive summer course on Spanish Language and Culture, for more information visit their website here.

Term Dates
Fall term: Mid September – December
Spring term: Mid-January – Mid May

Website
https://www.ufv.es/vice-rectorate-for-internationalisation/incoming/exchange-students/

Kristianstad University

Location: Kristianstad, Sweden

Faculties for Algoma U students in English:
Computer Science
Business Administration
Biology

For more information on courses offered at Kristianstad University, please visit their website here.

Term Dates
Fall term: End of August – Mid January (studies to finish before the Christmas break for AU students)
Spring term: Mid-January – Beginning of June

Website
https://www.hkr.se/abouthkr

University of Bern

Location: Bern, Switzerland

Faculties for Algoma U students in English:
English Literature
Geography
Biology and Life Sciences
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Business Administration
Economics
Psychology
Sociology
History
Political Science

Students are also eligible to take beginner language courses in German alongside their studies at no additional cost.

Grants
Heyning-Roelli Grants
The Heyning-Roelli Foundation issues grants to talented, but financially weak Bachelor and Master students who are completing an exchange at a Swiss university in the framework of an exchange agreement.

For more information, visit the foundation’s website.

Term Dates
Fall term: Mid-September – Mid-December
Spring term: Mid-February – End of May

More information can be found here:
https://www.flipsnack.com/BB5FADFF8D6/welcome-to-unibe/full-view.html

Emory and Henry College

Location: Emory, Virginia, USA

Faculties for Algoma U students in English:
Business Administration
History
Biology
Environmental Science
Visual Arts
Community Economic Social Development
English
Geography
Political Science
Law and Justice
Music
Psychology
Sociology

For more information on courses offered at Emory and Henry, please visit their website here.

Term Dates
Fall term: Mid-August – end of November
Spring term: January – May

Website:
https://www.ehc.edu/

Please note that students are welcome to apply to any institution, credits taken abroad will transfer back as a ‘Pass’ or ‘Fail’ on your academic transcript. Students should prepare to take elective courses only while on a semester abroad and can choose courses outside of their program of study.

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