Singapore Management University - Global Summer Programme
Location:
Singapore
Language of instruction:
English
Tuition payable to:
Partner Institution, UBC
Program website:
SMU Global Summer Programme
Program dates:
Two sessions of study: late June to mid July | early July to early August
About the program
Travel to Singapore for the summer and take advantage of the SMU Global Summer Programme, a 4-week program which combines both knowledge and application. Take courses from different program tracks: Asian Insights; Digital Intelligence; Sustainable Futures.
More specific and finalized program details can be found on the partner institution's website. However, you must apply through Go Global to be considered for this program and ensure you follow the appropriate transfer credit process.
Who can go?
- All applicants must meet Go Global eligibility requirements
There are a limited number of spaces for students who wish to participate via summer exchange (i.e. pay UBC tuition), so applications for this pathway will be assessed on a competitive basis. Students not selected for exchange may still be able to participiate via the study abroad pathway (i.e. pay the partner institution directly).
Academic planning
Areas of study available:
- Arts
- Asian Studies
- Commerce
- Management
Course equivalency formula
- 1 SMU credit = 3 UBC credits
Course load information
- Take up to maximum of 2 courses in one session. Each course is worth 1 SMU credit
Transfer credit
Check out the courses that previous students have transferred back to UBC in the last 5 years using our Course Search Tool. If you don't see a particular course you listed, it simply means you need to submit it as a new course request through the Transfer Credit Portal while on your Go Global experience. For more information, please visit the Go Global Transfer Credit webpage.
Not all courses listed are offered through the summer program at this partner institution. The tool is for reference only–research the partner's website for actual course offerings.
Search for previously approved courses
Note: Transfer credits are only granted for courses with academic content that meet the academic standard for UBC. Courses that do not contain academic coursework may not be eligible. Please visit Go Global Transfer Credit webpage to learn more. Please speak to a departmental advisor if you have any questions.
Other opportunities at this partner
Student experience
Housing
SMU-arranged off-campus options available. Subject to availability. Information on accommodation
Accessibility
Some destinations may be more accessible than others for students with disability-related accommodations. If you identify with having a disability or pre-existing health condition which could impact your participation, or if you require academic accommodation, please contact a Go Global advisor before applying to explore options that are best for you.
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Finances and funding
Tuition and Fees
You will pay tuition directly to the partner university or UBC depending on your nomination. Students not nominated for the exchange pathway will be offered 10% off tuition by the partner institution
The partner institution may charge other fees. Please check the program website for details of program costs.
Financial Planning
Awards & Scholarships
All students accepted for Summer Abroad are automatically considered to receive the Go Global Award ($1000)
All awards and scholarships available through Go Global:
