Application for study abroad and overseas mobility grant

It is important that you understand the implications of studying abroad during your degree and how to make a success of the opportunity. Make sure you take a look at our website for all of the essential information you will need. Please make sure you read and understand the information provided before submitting your application.

I have read and understood the essential information and I'm happy to proceed with my application. *

Yes, I've read the information

No, I need further information and guidance

If you feel that you need further information and guidance please contact your academic exchange advisor or the Plymouth Global team.

Please read the conditions that apply to taking part in an academic exchange before completing this form. *

Read conditions

To be selected for participation in the University of Plymouth exchange programme you must:

1) be in good academic standing without academic or other offences on your university record
2) successfully complete all components of your stage prior to your exchange. Failure in any module will disbar you from participation in your exchange
3) not be a University of Plymouth debtor, including library fines and/or other incidental dues.

Treatment of marks achieved on your exchange programme
In all circumstances, progression to your final stage requires the successful completion of the agreed number and level of host institution credits equivalent to those required for successful completion of a full-time programme at the University of Plymouth.

Where your period of study abroad is optional marks awarded by your host institution will not contribute to your overall degree classification.

Host institution admission
You will be required to complete a separate application for admission to your host institution.

For any visa application your host institution will require proof that you have the means to support yourself financially whilst on exchange. Any or all of the following documents may be required:

1) letter of financial guarantee (usually a signed letter from your parents confirming that they will underwrite your costs whilst on exchange)
2) bank statement
3) other proof of financial support (e.g. maintenance loan payment schedule).

By signing the Declaration and Approval at the end of this application you and your academic exchange advisor confirm that you accept these conditions.

The deadline for submission of completed applications is 15 February.

You may find our tips for completing your application helpful.

Your details

Student reference number *

Student finance number *

First name *

Last Name *

Date of birth * +

What is your gender? *

Please select your ethnicity *

Post code *

Country of residence *

Phone number *

University of Plymouth Email address *

Overseas mobility information

In which year of study will your exchange take place? (year of mobility) *

Level of study *

Field / subject area *

Personal statement

Please write a thoughtfully prepared, error-free statement of no more than 500 words explaining your reasons for wanting to study abroad. Make it interesting and individual, using the following format if you wish:

1) introduce yourself
2) give your reasons for your choice of host and country
3) say what your academic goals are for studying abroad and for integrating into your host’s culture
4) describe specific situations from your past (e.g. coursework, job experience, travel, intercultural experience) that will help you to accomplish these goals.

Upload your personal statement

Host university choices

Choose only host universities whose course catalogues allow you to compile programmes of study complementary to the programme you would otherwise follow at the University of Plymouth, thereby preparing you properly for your final year. You must do this in consultation with and the approval of your academic exchange advisor (or your Programme Leader) and, if applicable, minor subject pathway tutor.

Take a look at our academic exchange advisor webpage if you're unsure who to speak to.

First host university name: *

Type of institution *

University address *

University address continued

City *

Postcode *

Exchange period: *

Semester one dates

Start date * +

End date * +

Semester two dates

Start date * +

End date * +

In consultation with and the approval of your Academic Exchange Advisor, prepare and upload your proposed programme of study at your first choice host using our host study form. This programme is a proposal at the time of your application and will change following contact with your host university. All changes must be discussed and agreed with your AEA and an updated programme submitted to outgoingexchange@plymouth.ac.uk.

Upload the completed host study form. *

Would you like to add a second host institution? (Host name only; academic programme sheets not required at this stage? * *

Second host institution

Second host institution name: *

Type of institution *

University address *

University address continued

City *

Postcode *

Exchange period: *

Semester one dates

Start date * +

End date * +

Semester two dates

Start date * +

End date * +

In consultation with and the approval of your Academic Exchange Advisor, prepare and upload your proposed programme of study at your second choice host using our host study form. This programme is a proposal at the time of your application and will change following contact with your host university. All changes must be discussed and agreed with your AEA and an updated programme submitted to outgoingexchange@plymouth.ac.uk.

Upload the completed host study form. *

Would you like to add a third host institution? (Host name only; academic programme sheets not required at this stage)? * *

Third host institution

Third host university name: *

Type of institution *

University address *

University address continued

City *

Postcode *

Exchange period: *

Semester one dates

Start date * +

End date * +

Semester two dates

Start date * +

In consultation with and the approval of your Academic Exchange Advisor, prepare and upload your proposed programme of study at your second choice host using our host study form. This programme is a proposal at the time of your application and will change following contact with your host university. All changes must be discussed and agreed with your AEA and an updated programme submitted to outgoingexchange@plymouth.ac.uk.

Upload the completed host study form. *

End date * +

Overseas mobility grants

Grant support may be available for current students and recent graduates* for overseas mobilities (work or study) that last between 4 weeks and 12 months and are linked to your degree. The grants are to support the worldwide mobility of participants and vary according to the country of your mobility and your personal circumstances. Grants will be awarded according to need with priority being given to those that most need the support.

Supplementary financial support is available to participants from disadvantaged backgrounds and groups underrepresented in overseas mobility (documentary evidence required**).

If this applies to you please select all relevant categories.

Disadvantaged background

annual household income of £25,000 or less

receiving Universal Credit or income related benefits

care leaver/experienced

caring responsibilities

family estranged

refugees and asylum seekers

Groups underrepresented in overseas mobility.

Please submit any evidence of your eligibility for supplementary grant support with this application. The deadline to submit your exchange application is 15 February.

Evidence of formal approval of your mobility is required for you to qualify for consideration for an overseas mobility grant. This is:

• Study: receipt by the Global Opportunities team of your approved Study Abroad application form
• Placement year work: Placement Team approval of your mobility
• Vacation work: a signed confirmation of your placement from your placement provider.

The Overseas Mobility grant is not meant fully to fund your mobility abroad and you are still entitled to any current financial support that you get from Student Finance. If you need any assistance or have any questions about this, please contact the Student Funding Unit.

* A Recent Graduate is a participant who carries out and completes their mobility within one year of their graduation, including any mobility undertaken before graduation. The point of graduation is when you are told that you will be awarded your degree. Applications must be made whilst you are still enrolled

** Evidence such as a letter from a relevant statutory authority verifying your status e.g., your Maintenance Loan letter confirming your eligibility to receive the maximum loan, UC award letter, SEN statement

Bank details for grant payment

If you wish to be considered for an overseas mobility grant please provide your bank details

To ensure timely payment of any grant you are awarded, these details should be the same as those held by the University.

	Bank sort code	A/C holder name	A/C number (8 digits)
UK bank	Bank sort code	A/C holder name	A/C number (8 digits)

	SWIFT/BIC code	A/C holder name	IBAN number (~34 digits)
Non-UK	SWIFT/BIC code	A/C holder name	IBAN number (~34 digits)

Statement of disability/support requirements

If you have a disability, please declare this and any support requirements you have. Please note that the nature of support offered by host institutions may differ from the provision at the University of Plymouth.

Plymouth Global, Disability Services and your academic exchange advisor will discuss this with you if necessary.

Do you have disability/support requirements that you have disclosed to the University? *

Yes

No

Do you have undisclosed disability/support requirements that you wish to disclose before going on a student exchange? *

Yes

No

If yes do you agree that we can share this information with prospective host institutions on a need to know basis? *

Yes

No

Are you in receipt of disabled students' allowances? *

Yes

No

If yes, please upload a copy of your Disabled Students’ Allowances report.

Transcript of results

Please upload the up-to-date statement from your DLE

Academic reference

You must obtain a reference from an academic member of staff familiar with your academic performance, this will usually be your academic tutor.

On submission of this form your referees will receive a form that they will need to complete and submit in order for your application to go forward. Please ensure that the details given below are correct, and inform your referee that they will receive a notification to complete a reference form.

Referees name *

Faculty *

Email address *

Academic approval

In addition to an academic reference you will also need to obtain approval from your academic exchange advisor. Once again this process is automated but it does rely on you entering the correct details below.

Academic exchange advisor *

Faculty *

Email address *

Declaration

I apply to be considered for a study exchange abroad and understand that this form will be kept in university files and sent to prospective host institutions for their information. *

Yes

No

I authorise the host institution to provide to the University of Plymouth any official academic records/transcripts for the period of my exchange at the host institution. *

Yes

No

Treatment of marks achieved on my exchange programme

I understand that progression to my final stage requires the successful completion of the agreed number and level of host institution, credits equivalent to those required for successful completion of a full-time programme at the University of Plymouth. *

Yes

No

I understand that where my period of study abroad is optional, marks awarded by my host institution will not contribute to my overall degree classification. *

Yes

No

Signature *

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