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The Global Opportunities office is located in Derwent College next to the reception desk.

Our office is open to visitors during semester time, for enquiries about any of our global opportunities, Monday - Friday, 11am to 1pm, or you can arrange a virtual appointment with one of our advisors.

Please email global-programmes@york.ac.uk if you have any questions for our team.

What's on

Semester 1

When For who

What's on

Freshers Week - Week 2 All programmes

Departmental orientation/first year introductory talks

Our staff will be attending orientation sessions in your department to give a quick introduction to the global opportunities we have available.

Week 2

All programmes
'Don't be a tourist' Lake District Explorer tour
Join other University of York students on a full day tour to the beautiful Lake District - explore the biggest lakes and tallest mountains in Britain's most famous National Park. Tickets are available to purchase through Eventbrite
Saturday 7 October 2023, 7.30am to 8pm

From Week 3

All programmes
Global Chat with the Global Assistants
Are you a visiting student or thinking about an international opportunity in the future, be sure to come along and ask the Global Assistants all your questions! 
Monday 30 October, 12pm to 2pm, Vanbrugh Stalls
Come and chat to us about the opportunities to study, work or volunteer abroad.
Monday 13 November, 1pm to 3pm, Spring Lane Building SLB/201
Come along to this drop-in session to get tips on the application process and ask any questions you may have.
Monday 27 November, 1pm-2pm, Vanbrugh Stalls
Come and chat to us about the opportunities to study, work or volunteer abroad. There's still time to apply for a year abroad!

Week 3

Returners Workshop
Welcome back to York!
Students who were on placements for 2022/23 will be invited to a workshop that helps them use their experience in applications for opportunities after graduation.
Wednesday 11 October 2pm to 3.30 pm V/N/045 (Vanbrugh College)
Week 6 All Programmes

Global Opportunities Fair

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.

Wednesday 8 November 2023, 2pm to 5pm, James Hall

Week 6 Applications Open (Study Exchanges)

Applications for Study Exchanges open

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

Week 6 All Programmes
'Don't be a tourist' North Yorkshire Explorer tour
Join other University of York students on a full day tour to the various parts of North Yorkshire - discover pirate graves, smuggler hideouts, Harry Potter's Hogsmeade, and breath-taking ocean views. Tickets are available to purchase through Eventbrite
Saturday 4 November 2023, 8.30am to 6.30pm
Week 7 Granada Nights Screening

Join a free, exclusive movie screening of Granada Nights, a coming-of-age feature film about studying abroad. Register below to attend the free movie screening + Q&As with the Global Programmes team and Global Assistants. 

Wednesday 15 November at 3pm in Spring Lane Building SLB/118

Week 8

Information session

Drop-in information session Wednesday 22 November. Come along and chat about our Global Opportunities and ask any questions you may have.

SCR and GCR Derwent College 2pm to 3pm

Week 9

Information session

Drop-in information session Wednesday 29 November. Come along and chat about our Global Opportunities and ask any questions you may have.

SCR and GCR Derwent College 2pm to 3pm

Week 9 Deadline for Study Exchanges

Applications close for Study Exchange applications (including ISEP & credit replacement years)

Friday 1 December 2023 at 1pm

Week 10 Applications open for Summer Abroad Programmes

Applications for Summer Abroad Programmes open

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

Week 11 Visiting Student Farewell

Farewell event for those students who are leaving York after their semester exchange.

Semester 2

When For who

What's on

Refreshers Week  All Programmes

Summer Opportunities Fair

Come along to our Summer Opportunities Fair to find out how to apply for opportunities to study, work and volunteer abroad during the summer vacation. 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.

Wednesday 7 February, 12.30pm to 3pm in Derwent Dining Hall

Refreshers Week - Week 2 Travel Awards

Applications open for Travel Awards

Friday 1 March 2024

Week TBC All Programmes

Global Chat with the Global Assistants

Wednesday 13th March, 2-4pm, Derwent Senior Common room
Are you a visiting student or thinking about an international opportunity in the future, be sure to come along and ask the Global Assistants all your questions! We will be hosting an informal get-together where you can learn more about York and each other (alongside some great Yorkshire tea and coffee).
Semester 2

Pre Departure Workshops

Workshops for students due to go abroad in summer 2024 or the academic year 2024/25.

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.

Week 1 Study exchange and work placements abroad 2024/25

Pre departure workshop 1 

This workshop will take place on zoom and the link will be circulated to students ahead of the workshop.

Wednesday 14 February 2024, 2pm to 3.30pm 

Week 4

Study exchange and work placements abroad 2024/25

Pre departure workshop 2

This workshop will be followed by a social and chance to chat with other students, Global Opportunities staff and visiting students.  The workshop will take place in B/T/005.

Wednesday 6 March 2024, 2pm to 3.30pm followed by social

Week 8

Summer programmes 2024

Summer programmes pre-departure workshop

This workshop will take place in B/T/005.

1pm - 2.30pm - Summer Schools

2.30pm - 4pm - International Study Centres (India, George Mason University, University of Victoria)

Wednesday 10th April 2024

Week 9

Study exchange and work placements abroad 2024/25 and summer programmes 2024

Pre departure workshop 3 

This workshop will take place in SLB/118.

Wednesday 24 April 2024, 2pm to 3.30pm

Week 11

Study exchange and work placements abroad 2024/25 and summer programmes 2024

Pre departure workshop 4 for students due to take study/work placements abroad in 2024/25

Location tbc

Wednesday 8 May 2024, 2pm to 3pm