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Events

The Global Programmes office (next to Derwent College reception) will be open to visitors for study abroad related enquiries (Monday - Friday, 11am to 1pm, term time only). Our clinic hours for pre-arranged appointments will continue online until further notice.

If you need to contact us or make an appointment to talk to us, please submit your request via email global-programmes@york.ac.uk

The University of York’s coronavirus webpage has our most up to date information and is updated as new details arise.   

What's on

Autumn Term

Week 2 All programmes Departmental orientation/first year introductory talks
A quick introduction to global opportunities at orientation sessions in your department.
Week 3 All programmes

Global Chat
Wednesday 13 October 2021, 3.00-4.00pm, SLB/204 
This is run by students for students and is an opportunity to talk to each other about global programmes - depending on who’s there you might also be able to practice your language skills too.
Week 3 All Programmes Returners Workshop
Wednesday 13 October 2021, 2.00-3.00pm, Virtual meeting via Zoom (details to be sent out separately)
For students who went abroad in 2020/21.
Week 5 All Programmes

Global Chat 
Wednesday 27 October 2021, 3.00-4.00pm, SLB/107
This is run by students for students and is an opportunity to talk to each other about  global programmes - depending on who’s there you might also be able to practice your language skills too.
Week 6 All Programmes

Global Opportunities Fair
Wednesday 3 November 2021, 11.00am - 3.00pm, Register FREE for our virtual event via Handshake. Registration will open on 11 October.
Find out how to apply for opportunities to study, work and volunteer abroad. Speak to Centre for Global Programmes staff and meet York students who have been abroad. Discover more about independent travel opportunities from representatives of international volunteering organisations.

Granada Nights - free film screening

You’re invited to our screening of Granada Nights, an award-winning coming-of-age feature film about studying abroad. 

The event will take place at 4pm on Wednesday 3 November and, as well as a screening of the film, will include a Q&A session with the Director and Producer, Global Programmes Team at York and Global Peer Advisors to discuss the study abroad experience and the global opportunities that may be available to you.

There are limited spaces available, so watch the trailer and reserve your free ticket for Granada Nights now.

Week 7

Year Abroad

 

 

 

All programmes

Drop-in session: Year Abroad 
Wednesday 10 November 2021, 2.00-3.00pm, SLB/207
Planning to study or work abroad as part of your degree at York? Our Study Abroad Advisors and Peer Advisors will be there, so you can ask us anything that relates to this. 

Global Chat 
Wednesday 10 November 2021, 3.00-4.00pm, G/N/020 (change of location)
This is run by students for students and is an opportunity to talk to each other about  global programmes - depending on who’s there you might also be able to practice your language skills too.
Week 8 Summer Abroad

Drop-in session: Summer Abroad 
Wednesday 17 November 2021, 2.00-3.00pm, SLB/107
Are you keen to make the most of your summer? Short summer programmes are a great chance to experience life in another country. Come and speak to us to find out more.
Week 9  Application Tips

Drop-in session: Tips on completing your study abroad application
Wednesday 24 November 2021, 2.00-3.00pm, SLB/107

Find out more about the application process and recording your application video. 

Global Chat
Wednesday 24 November 2021, 3.00-4.00pm, Derwent GCR (Note change of venue)
This is run by students for students and is an opportunity to talk to each other about  global programmes - depending on who’s there you might also be able to practice your language skills too.
Week 10  All programmes

Drop-in session: General Q&A with our Peer Advisors
Wednesday 1 December 2021, 2.00-3.00pm, SLB/107
Come to the session to hear first hand experience about what it's really like to study abroad: both practical and the experiential.  
Week 11 All programmes

York-MUKA Virtual Exchange Programme

This is an online cultural exchange programme organised by Mahidol University, Thailand. The purpose of this programme is to encourage students from both institutions to discuss and share ideas on the cultural and tradition differences between Thailand and the UK, or your home country. This is a great opportunity to explore and learn about Thailand without having to leave the comfort of your room. 

There are limited spaces available, so register now.

Spring Term

Week 1 Summer Opportunities

India International Study Centre Pre-Departure workshop

Wednesday 12 January 2022 2:00pm - 3:00pm in G/N/020

Compulsory pre-departure workshop for all students who will be participating in the India ISC.
Week 3 All Programmes

Summer Opportunities Fair
Wednesday 26 January 2022, 12noon - 3:00pm. Register FREE for our virtual event via Handshake.  Registration will open on 10 January 2022
Find out more about Summer Schools, International Study Centres and Travel Awards as well as work experience, internship and volunteering opportunities. 

Global Chat

Wednesday 26 January 2022 3:00-4:30pm. Welcome to Global Chat - an informal session where you can get to know those who are studying abroad or who would like to study abroad. Feel free to ask questions to the Global Peer Advisors and get a taste of what studying abroad is like. 
Week 5

All programmes

Global Chat

Wednesday 9 February 2022 3:00-4:30pm. Language and Culture Exchange - learn more about different cultures and what it is like to live in a country where your first language isn't spoken as frequently. Ask questions about studying in a different language and culture shocks. 
Week 6 Exchanges

Study Exchange and Year Abroad Work placements Pre-Departure Workshop
Wednesday 16 February 2022, 2:00-4:00pm in PX/001
Compulsory pre-departure workshop for all students who will study/work abroad in 2022/23
Week 7  All programmes

Global Chat

Wednesday 23 February 2022 3:30-5:00pm. Advice for outgoing students. Get advice about studying abroad: from adapting to different routines and overcoming challenges including homesickness, feel free to ask the Global Peer Advisors any questions and maybe meet fellow students who will be going abroad with you.
Week 8 Exchanges

Study Exchange and Year Abroad Work placements Pre-Departure Workshop
Wednesday 2 March 2022, 2:00-4:00pm in PX/001
Compulsory pre-departure workshop for all students who will study/work abroad in 2022/23 EXCEPT for students in Language & Linguistic Science (LLS students will be advised of a separate departmental event)
Week 9

Summer Opportunities

 

 

 

All programmes

International Study Centre Pre-Departure Workshop
Wednesday 9 March 2022, 1:00-4:00pm in G/N/020

Compulsory pre-departure workshop for all students who will be participating in an ISC during the summer vacation.

 

Global Chat

Wednesday 9 March 2022, 3:00-4:30pm. Quiz! Celebrate the end of another term at York with a fun quiz! Register for the 9 March Global Chat.

Summer Term

Week 3

 Exchanges

Study Exchange and Year Abroad Work placements Pre-Departure Workshop
Wednesday 27 April 2022 2:00-3:30pm NOW TAKING PLACE VIA ZOOM (students will be emailed with the link)
Compulsory pre-departure workshop for all students who will study/work abroad in 2022/23, covering the Travel Log, Travel Authorisation Process, How to sign up for University of York travel insurance

Week 4

 Summer Opportunities

International Study Centre Pre-Departure Workshop
Wednesday 4 May 2022, 1.00-5.00pm in D/L/037

Compulsory pre-departure workshop for all students who will be participating in an ISC during the summer vacation.

Week 9

 Exchanges

Study Exchange and Year Abroad Work placements Pre-Departure Workshop

Wednesday 22 June 2022 2:00-3:00pm via zoom

Pre-departure workshop for students who will study/work abroad in 2022/23, covering Wellbeing and support.  (students will be emailed with the relevant link)