University of St Andrews
Location:
St Andrews,
United Kingdom
Language of instruction:
English
Tuition payable to:
UBC
Program website:
St Andrews Exchange Website
Terms available:
Term 1, Term 2, Full year Term 1 + 2 (UBC Term 1 start)
Who can go?
- Students must have a minimum 73% cumulative average to attend this partnership
Academic planning
Term dates
UBC Term 1 (St. Andrews Semester 1): September to December
UBC Term 2 (St. Andrews Semester 2): Late January to May
Areas of study available:
- Arts
- Commerce (UBCV)
- Science
Course availability and restrictions
- Students can take a variety of courses within the Faculty of Arts and Science. Courses taken at the Divinity College may not be available for transfer back to UBC.
- St. Andrews has a suite of Study Abroad Themes for exchange students on the topics of Scotland, Sustainability, Travel and Exploration, Science for Arts Majors, and Unique to St Andrews.
- Some modules in International Relations can be highly sought after, so it can be wise to have alternative options in mind for module selections.
Course equivalency Formula
- St. Andrews credits divided by 4 = UBC credits
Transfer credit
The transfer credit process takes approximately 16 weeks following each submission deadline. You should allow sufficient time to meet important deadlines that may affect you (e.g. application for graduation, registration in courses that require prerequisites that you took on exchange, entry to a major/honours program, etc.)
Search for previously approved courses
Additional note for language of instruction
English is the primary language of instruction
Other opportunities at this partner
The University of St Andrews Global Office is delighted to offer a range of scholarships to inbound students. The scholarships include several Inbound Study Abroad Scholarships of up to £4,000 which must be used towards either university accommodation or programme fees.These scholarships are available to exchange students. For more information and details on how to apply please visit their website.
Student experience
Housing
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
While you’re learning abroad, you remain a UBC student and are eligible for UBC awards, scholarships, and financial assistance.
- 15 credits or equivalent full-time program tuition per term, paid to UBC
Financial Planning
- Cost of Living Calculator
- Budgeting for Exchange (UBCV)
- Money Matters (UBCO)
Awards & Scholarships
All students are automatically considered to receive either the Go Global Award ($1000) or Go Global Scholarship ($1500) for each term that they are abroad.
All awards and scholarships available through Go Global:
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