Go Global Exchange: Pre-departure program

What is Pre-departure?

Going on an exchange experience is an amazing opportunity. However, with it comes the inevitable relocation to a new place and a new culture. The exchange pre-departure program is an integral part of your international learning experience, designed to help you in your personal, academic, and administrative preparation.

As such, the Pre-departure program is designed to:

  • Help you develop realistic goals and expectations of your experience.
  • Equip you with tools and mindsets that will help you while on exchange.

Students going on Summer, Term 1, and Full Year exchanges will participate in the Pre-departure program in March. Students going on Term 2 and split-year exchanges will participate in the Pre-departure program in October.

Pre-departure policy

Safety abroad

UBC is committed to preparing students for safe and successful international experiences. In order to achieve this, any student participating in a Go Global Program must complete the following:

Failure to successfully complete these and any other requirements may result in withdrawal from the Go Global Program.

Go Global events and info sessions

Browse the calendar for international experience info sessions facilitated by partner universities as well as Go Global group advising times.

Go to calendar

Important note: Do not make travel arrangements until you have received official acceptance from our partner university. 

 The exchange pre-departure program is an integral part of your international learning experience, designed to help you in your personal, academic, and administrative preparation. Students going on Summer, Term 1, and Full Year exchanges will participate in the Pre-departure program in March. Students going on Term 2 and split-year exchanges will participate in the Pre-departure program in October.

In-person and Virtual Drop-in advising hours

If you need to book an advising appointment, please complete the online request form. Appointments will be held through Zoom or by phone, and can be scheduled between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm PT from Monday to Friday. 

If you require an appointment outside of these hours, contact Go Global and they will do their best to accommodate. Appointments outside of regular hours can only be accommodated virtually.

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  • Tuesday: 1:00 - 3:00 pm
  • Wednesday: 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Go Global offers both in-person and virtual drop-in advising through Zoom during the times listed above.

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