We are excited to announce that the call is now open for all BU students to apply for Turing Scheme funding to support study exchanges at partner universities, work activities and volunteering at businesses and non-governmental organisations globally. We have been awarded a grant of 拢1.2 million for the 2024/25 academic year to fund students of all levels to undertake a range of activities across the world.
Placements must take place before 31 August 2025 and be at least 4 weeks (28 days) in duration.
This month, there is聽a range of information and support sessions to learn more about international opportunities and how you can get involved.
Online information sessions
Specific sessions to support you with planning or application forms as well as an opportunity to ask any questions to our friendly Global Engagement team who manage Turing Scheme applications at BU.
- Monday 7 October聽from 2:30pm to 3:30pm,
- Wednesday 9 October聽from 1pm to 2pm,
- Monday 21 October from 2:30pm to 3:30pm,
- Wednesday 23 October from 1pm to 2pm online,
Monday 21 October 鈥� Global Marketplace, 10am-4pm
Location: The Student Centre, Talbot Campus
Meet companies who are offering opportunities for to study or work abroad.
Companies include:
Wednesday 23 October 鈥� Shape your global future panel, 2-4pm
Location: Allsebrook Lecture Theatre, Talbot Campus聽
Find out how international experiences can improve your career prospects.
Panel discussion, 2-3pm
Students who have embarked on study exchange, volunteering, and degree placements abroad supported by the Turing Scheme will be speaking about their experiences.
Academics will also be talking about how the Turing Scheme can support your personal and professional development and how it works besides your studies.
Q&A, 3-4pm
An opportunity to ask any questions you might have related to international opportunities at BU.
Find out more about the Turing Scheme and weekly drop-in sessions taking place throughout the year.
If you have any queries about international opportunities at BU, please email [email protected].
