UoE Go Abroad

UoE Go Abroad This is the official home of the University of Edinburgh Study and Work Away (SWAY) Team.

For a look into our students' experiences studying and working abroad, check out our blogs: for exchanges (https://uoeabroad.com/); and for the Principal's Go Abroad Fund (https://goabroadfund.wordpress.com/).

Are you going into your 2nd UG year? Then look this way if you want to know more about where your degree can take you! 🧳...
28/05/2026

Are you going into your 2nd UG year? Then look this way if you want to know more about where your degree can take you! 🧳✈🌏

Did you know that there are approximately 157 or so days* until the start of SWAY's exchange application season for 2027/28 exchanges?

Time flies when you're having fun so make sure to give us a follow to not miss any helpful and important information we'll be posting on here over the coming months 👋

*Approximately - this normally takes place during the first two weeks of November.

This Scandinavian studies student is spent their 2024/25 year abroad at UiT - The Arctic University of Norway!'For my m...
26/05/2026

This Scandinavian studies student is spent their 2024/25 year abroad at UiT - The Arctic University of Norway!

'For my mandatory language acquisition year, I chose to go to Tromsø. The biggest attraction was the unique location in the arctic circle - not many people can say that they’ve lived there!

Due to how far north Tromsø is, in winter there is almost 2 months of uninterrupted darkness, which makes Edinburgh’s winters feel easy. You end up doing a lot of sleeping, but the reward is you get to see the northern lights on almost every clear night. My favorite place was anywhere in the mountains - Tromsø is surrounded by fjords and mountains and you can explore for miles and miles.

My time on exchange has definitely made me more open to a life abroad and the possibility of further education in a different country. If you're thinking about applying - go for it, because you may never get a chance like this again!'

Have you considered Norway for your exchange? 🇳🇴

Have you considered Spain as an option for your year abroad? We have a wide range of Subject-specific destinations avail...
19/05/2026

Have you considered Spain as an option for your year abroad? We have a wide range of Subject-specific destinations available - do you study Business, Informatics or Law? Maybe Politics? These are just a few examples of subject areas available in Spain!

Check our website for more information on our exchange destinations today! 🇪🇸

🌿BUTEX Sustainability Award Scholarship - £600🌿The Sustainability Abroad Scholarship is a unique opportunity that merges...
15/05/2026

🌿BUTEX Sustainability Award Scholarship - £600🌿

The Sustainability Abroad Scholarship is a unique opportunity that merges the critical themes of sustainability with the enriching experience of international study. In a world where travel is increasingly accessible, this scholarship emphasises the importance of sustainable practices and environmental awareness alongside cultural exchange and education.

Applications for the BUTEX Sustainability Abroad Scholarship are open until 15 July with awards of £600 to successful applicants! The scholarship merges the themes of travel and sustainability. Students can submit a poster, vlog or another type of creative piece.

Click the link in our bio for more information!

Are you going on exchange for Semester 1 or the Full Academic Year of 2026/27? It's time to start working on your Learni...
13/05/2026

Are you going on exchange for Semester 1 or the Full Academic Year of 2026/27? It's time to start working on your Learning Agreement.

Hopefully, this is not the first time you have looked at your host institution's course offering but it's time to sit down and make plans.

Before picking your courses, be sure to check in with your Exchange Coordinator about the academic requirements. Think about questions like:

🔸How many courses can you take outside of your subject area?
🔸Are there any mandatory courses for your subject area which you need to find equivalents for?
🔸Is there any online coursework you need to enrol on to meet the requirements of your third year?
🔸For joint honours students, how should your credits be split between your two subjects?

Remember!

🔸You have to finish your Learning Agreement at least 4 weeks before your exchange.
🔸Many Exchange Coordinators take summer leave, and European partner universities often close in August - start early to account for these factors!
🔸You can complete it even if you're not officially enrolled yet—just include the courses you plan to take.

To find out more about how to complete your Learning Agreement, head to your workflow on Mobility Online and download our guidance document!

Are you going on study exchange or work placement to the Netherlands for 2026/27 as part of your degree at the Universit...
08/05/2026

Are you going on study exchange or work placement to the Netherlands for 2026/27 as part of your degree at the University of Edinburgh? Look this way! 🇳🇱

Check your University of Edinburgh email address for an email with a link to register for this ONLINE visa and information session with !
Click the link in the email to reserve your spot.

This session will cover:

🌷 An introduction from SWAY
🌷 Guidance on navigating the student visa application process
🌷Tips and strategies for finding safe and affordable housing
🌷What to expect from studying at a Dutch university
🌷Practical insights into health insurance, enrolment, transportation, and more
🌷 Q&A where students can ask questions

See you online in June!

2026/27 exchange activity around the corner? Have you started your Risk Assessment?The Risk Assessment is an essential a...
07/05/2026

2026/27 exchange activity around the corner? Have you started your Risk Assessment?

The Risk Assessment is an essential and mandatory part of the process of preparing yourself for your activity abroad. It helps you think about any risks your destination might have and how to handle them. If you’re a University of Edinburgh student going abroad for a study exchange, research or work placement, you'll need to have an approved Risk Assessment for your activity in place.

Please note that you won't be covered by the University of Edinburgh’s travel insurance until your Risk Assessment is finished and approved - this coverage is a must for all study and work abroad activities. We recommend that you don’t make any bookings—like flights or accommodation—until you have your acceptance letter from your host institution and your Risk Assessment is approved.

Once you’ve completed the form, upload it to your Mobility Online workflow for approval and remember that it must be approved at least 4 weeks before your departure.

You can download our Risk Assessment Guidance Document from our website for more information. Link in bio!

Did you know about our Budget Tool?Getting to go abroad as part of your degree is very exciting but it can be tricky to ...
30/04/2026

Did you know about our Budget Tool?

Getting to go abroad as part of your degree is very exciting but it can be tricky to make it work financially.

To help you figure out what costs you can expect and calculate how much you're likely to need to cover them, we have put together some budgeting tools.

These may help you prepare for your time abroad and include resources to support your research – we hope you’ll find it helpful in working out your budget.

Click the link in bio to download the SWAY Budget Tool today!

This Sociology student is spending their 2025/26 year abroad at Georgetown University, US!Have you considered the US for...
21/04/2026

This Sociology student is spending their 2025/26 year abroad at Georgetown University, US!

Have you considered the US for your exchange? 🇺🇸

The annual countdown has begun! Are you a first year student? Then look this way if you want to know more about where yo...
16/04/2026

The annual countdown has begun! Are you a first year student? Then look this way if you want to know more about where your degree can take you! 🧳✈🌏

Did you know that there are approximately 199 or so days until the start of SWAY's exchange application season for 2027/28 exchanges?

Time flies when you're having fun so make sure to give us a follow to not miss any helpful and important information we'll be posting on here over the coming months 👋

*Approximately - this normally takes place during the first two weeks of November but this could change.

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