Exchange Year Abroad - SOC00018I
Module summary
Ever wanted to experience living in a different culture? The study abroad opportunities at York empower you to confidently work, live and learn in a different social, cultural and linguistic context. It will enrich your educational experience and make you well placed to compete for jobs in an increasingly global job market.
Module will run
| Occurrence | Teaching period |
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| A | Semester 1 2023-24 to Semester 2 2023-24 |
Module aims
The study abroad opportunities at York empower you to confidently work, live and learn in a different social, cultural and linguistic context. It will enrich your educational experience and make you well placed to compete for jobs in an increasingly global job market.
Module learning outcomes
Going abroad by taking advantage of one of our opportunities below will help you to:
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broaden your cultural and social perspectives,
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stand out from the crowd (less than 8 per cent of UK students have studied abroad),
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enhance your employability,
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boost your self-confidence, independence and ambition,
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conquer challenges, solve problems and discover new strengths and abilities,
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develop your language and communication skills, and
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build up your personal and professional networks.
work on skills identified in York Strengths
Module content
Students must take a regular load of modules at their host university; the equivalent of 60 ECTS (120 York credits).
Indicative assessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Placement (UK or abroad) | 100 |
Special assessment rules
None
Indicative reassessment
None
Module feedback
Feedback will be provided on all assessed work from the host university.
The Sociology Department Study Abroad Coordinator will check on your progress and wellbeing 3-4 times during the year via email, calls and zoom meetings.
Indicative reading
https://www.york.ac.uk/students/study-abroad/