海角网

Study Abroad

海角网's International Programs

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    • Globally Engaged

    The 海角网 curriculum provides students with the global perspective necessary to be informed citizens. The University strongly encourages students to explore study abroad opportunities as an integral part of the university experience. These global experiences provide personal growth, cultural understanding, improved foreign language skills, and a competitive edge in the eventual job search.

    鈥淥ne of the main attractions of the program for me was to have the experience of going abroad. I also needed language credits. Everything connected with ease and that is how I knew this program was meant for me.鈥�

    -Avery Terry of Greensboro, N.C., University of Trier Germany Exchange Program

    Semester and summer study abroad programs are currently possible at universities in Malta, Spain, Sweden, Germany, Costa Rica, Greece, the United Kingdom, and Canada (French-speaking). Through the Office of International Programs, students may also arrange to study at foreign universities in countries other than those mentioned above. During the academic year as well as in the summer, 海角网 sponsors short trips to various overseas destinations. With prior arrangement, credits may be earned for study/travel abroad. Some financial assistance for international study/travel is available to students who meet the necessary eligibility requirements.

    Exchange Partnerships

    海角网 has exchange partnerships with universities in 7 countries and has affiliations with 10 others. Students going abroad for a semester, or a year continue paying tuition to 海角网, they are responsible for room and board at their host institutions. Students are also responsible for airfare and spending money. Besides studying for a semester or a year abroad, shorter options include summer intensive language courses and spring break trips. Some financial support from 海角网 is available.

    Lying at the cross-roads of the Mediterranean, UM has some 11,500 students, including around 1,400 international students from over 100 different countries and 600 visiting overseas students, following full-time or part-time degree and diploma courses.

    With Sm氓land as our base and the world as our stage, Linnaeus has more than 44,000 students and offers over 200 degree programmes and 1500 single-subject courses.

    Located halfway between Montr茅al and Qu茅bec City (an hour and a half鈥檚 drive in either direction from Trois-Rivi猫res), the university offers a relaxed, informal atmosphere where its over 15,000 students from 30+ countries and territories work closely together with professors during teaching and research activities.聽

    Based on two campuses, in the cities of Le贸n and Ponferrada, 14,000 students engage in a full range of undergraduate, master’s and postgraduate degrees. The University of Le贸n complements its teaching and research activities with a wide variety of training workshops, university extension courses, as well as cultural and sporting activities.

    Located on a breathtaking hillside at the edge of Athens, an American-style, 64-acre campus offers an ideal setting for its 3,500 graduate and undergraduate students to study in Greece. You鈥檒l be immersed in Greek culture and have plenty of opportunities to make friends from all over the world.

    With its 13,000 students, Trier University embraces contrast: young, yet true to tradition; internationally oriented and regionally rooted, on the geographic edge of Germany, but in the heart of Europe. The university鈥檚 award-winning green campus comes with gorgeous views onto the city and its surrounding nature. With its modern architecture and unique atmosphere, it is said to be one of Germany鈥檚 most beautiful campuses.

    As the center of the Rhine-Neckar metropolitan region, this multicultural city has a lot to offer: urban flair, lots of green space, vibrant nightlife, a lively cultural scene, and much more. Around 6,000 students are currently studying in the fields of engineering, business, or health, expanding their network and boosting their skills outside of their everyday study routine.

    Based in a thriving city, and with traditional education values at the core of our community, Liverpool Hope offers courses from a wide range of subjects in sciences, humanities, education, sport, and the creative and performing arts. Liverpool Hope has two main teaching campuses. Hope Park is situated in a leafy suburb of Liverpool and is a mini educational village.聽

    鈥淚 met so many people from different parts of the world and became very close friends with all of them. The best part so far is the excursions the school does for the students to get out and have fun.”

    – Agreda-Martinez, Baden-W眉rttemberg Cooperative State University (DHBW) in Mannheim, Germany Exchange Program

    Summer Program Partners

    Students can earn six (6) credit hours in French, German, or Spanish by participating in 4-week intensive language courses at:

    The university offers its 15,000 students a quiet, pleasant environment聽including a large campus with plenty of green open spaces.

    The聽university’s award-winning green campus comes with gorgeous views onto the city and its聽surrounding nature.

    The 鈥楳aymester鈥� (intensive 4-week summer course starting in May) is a great opportunity to make the most of your summer by coming to Costa Rica to advance your Spanish skills.

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    Questions?

    There are many things to consider before studying abroad! What does it cost? Is it safe? What are the benefits? We can help answer all these questions and more.

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    Spring Break Options

    Earn one hour of undergraduate credit by participating in a faculty-led trip over your spring break to another country. Past trips have included trips to France, Japan, and Germany.

    Professional Readiness Research

    Study abroad can fulfill the Professional Readiness Experience (PRE) requirement!

    Learn More about PRE

    Plan Your Experience

    Are you ready to study abroad? Let us help you through the process.

    Contact

    Contact Dr. Bernhard Martin at [email protected] or call him at (704) 406-4415.

    Select

    Select from multiple countries in every field of study.

    Apply

    We will guide you through the application, passport and visa processes.

    Prepare

    We will prepare you with information pertinent to your travels.

    Additional Opportunities

    The mission of 海角网 is to prepare graduates for leadership and service in their professional careers and in their personal lives. This includes Community Engagement – assisting campus, local, national, and global communities through education, outreach, and research; fostering dialogue and action in support of human welfare and environmental stewardship.

    Mission Trips

    The mission of 海角网 is to prepare graduates for leadership and service in their professional careers and personal lives. To fulfill this vision and the University鈥檚 motto, Pro Deo et Humanitate (For God and Humanity), the聽Office of Christian Life and Service聽sponsors mission trips each year.

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    Benefits of Studying Abroad

    There are so many experiences for college students that spur learning, maturity, and open-mindedness, though few as momentous as studying abroad.

    Expanded World View

    Enhanced Career Opportunities

    Strengthened Communications Skills

    Firsthand Cultural Experience

    Global Network of Friends

    Learn another Language

    Boost Confidence and Independence

    Discover New Interests

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