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The Global Opportunities office is located in Derwent College (D/A/023) on Campus West and is open to visitors Tuesday-Thursday, 11am to 1pm (undergraduate teaching weeks only). 

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Semester 1 events

 

Date What's on

Monday 21 September 2026

Find your Feet trail - 10am to 4pm

Come and see us in Spring Lane Building as part of the Find your Feet trail.

Wednesday 7 October 2026

Returners Workshop - 2pm to 4pm, B/T/005
Students who were on study and work placements in 2025/26 will be invited to a workshop that helps them use their experience in applications for opportunities after graduation.
Thursday 12 November 2026

Global Opportunities Fair - 1pm to 5pm, Ron Cooke Hub Atrium
Come along to our Global Opportunities Fair to find out how to apply for opportunities to study, work and volunteer abroad. Speak to Global Opportunities staff and meet York students who have been abroad. Discover more about independent travel opportunities from representatives of international volunteering organisations.

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Applications for Study Exchanges open on 2 November 2026 and close at 1pm on Monday 23 November 2026.

Please see our 'How to Apply' pages for more information.

Wednesday 18 November 2026

Drop-in information session with Global Assistants - 2pm to 3pm, CL/A/026

Come along and chat about our Global Assistants and ask any questions you may have about the application process for Study Exchange opportunities.

Monday 23 November 2026

Applications for Study Exchanges close at 1pm

Please see our 'How to Apply' pages for more information.

Wednesday 16 December 2026 Farewell event for those students who are leaving York after their semester exchange, B/T/005
Semester 2 events 
Date What's on

January 2027

Applications for Summer Exchanges Open

See the How to Apply webpages for more information.

Wednesday 27 January 2027

Summer Opportunities Information Session, 11am - 12pm, in CLA/057

Come along to our Summer Opportunities Information Session to find out how to apply to study, work or volunteer abroad during the summer vacation.  

Semester 2

Workshops for students due to go abroad in summer 2027 or the academic year 2027/28.

Topics will include:

  • responsibilities
  • applications to host universities
  • the Mobility Online system
  • visas and accommodation
  • travel insurance 
  • travel safety and wellbeing

See below for dates.

Wednesday 10 February 2027

Year Abroad Pre-departure Workshop, 2pm to 4pm, location TBC

The first in a series of workshops to help you prepare for your time abroad. Learn about your key contacts, your Mobility Online account, applying to your host institution, and essential paperwork and deadlines. There'll be a chance to connect with other students heading to the same region and chat to Global Opportunities staff.
Wednesday 3 March 2027

Year Abroad Pre-departure Workshop, 2pm to 4pm, location TBC

Get ready to explore funding opportunities, prepare your finances, complete your Academic Recognition/Grade Conversion Checklist and Learning Agreement, and arrange your visa, passport and other travel necessities. Chat to Global Opportunities, Disability Services and Student Finance staff, as well as visiting students from our partner universities and other students heading to the same region.  

Wednesday 10 March 2027

Drop in workshop with the Global Assistants - 2pm to 3pm, 

Come along and ask any questions you may have about your year, semester or summer abroad.

 

Wednesday 17 March 2027

Summer Abroad Pre-departure Workshop - 2pm to 4pm, location TBC

Get prepared for your summer abroad. Learn about your key contacts, your Mobility Online account, applying to your host institution, and essential paperwork and deadlines. There'll be a chance to connect with other students preparing for a summer abroad and chat with Global Opportunities staff.

Wednesday 21 April 2027

Year Abroad Pre-departure Workshop, 2:00pm to 4:00pm, location TBC

Wondering how to stay safe abroad? Let the University's Health and Safety and Insurance Teams walk you through the Travel Authorisation Process, including risk assessment, insurance and health and safety tips. We'll also provide further opportunities to chat with Global Opportunities staff and other students heading to the same region.

Wednesday 5 May 2027

Year Abroad Pre-departure Workshop, 2:00pm to 4:00pm, location TBC

This is the final workshop where you can chat with Global Opportunities staff and connect with other students heading to the same region. Build your resilience ahead of your travels with the University’s Open Door Team. Find out from Global Opportunities what tasks you need to complete on arrival at your destination, during your time abroad and once your placement has finished.