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Pre-Departure Briefing

Study Abroad Office. Pre-Departure Briefing. Study Abroad Office. “‘The departure from the traditional courses offered at Leeds was inspiring; I have greatly enjoyed the different classes” Danielle, Penn State USA.

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Pre-Departure Briefing

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  1. Study Abroad Office Pre-Departure Briefing

  2. Study Abroad Office • “‘The departure from the traditional courses offered at Leeds was inspiring; I have greatly enjoyed the different classes” • Danielle, Penn State USA. • “Immersing yourself in a new culture is so exciting: everyday something happens that you didn’t expect!” • Maria, Brno University Czech Republic. • “The people I’ve met, the places I have seen and things I have done whilst abroad - it’s a once in a life time opportunity” • James, Queen’s University Canada.

  3. Study Abroad Office • Current matters • Preparations before you go • Whilst you are overseas • Student experiences • Q & A

  4. Study Abroad Office Current matters • Application for host university • Am I likely to be rejected? • When will I hear from the host university? • Can I make travel arrangements yet? • Passport in date?

  5. Study Abroad Office • Preparations • Research about host university/ destination: • Start date/ term dates/ university holidays • Registration/ orientation • Contact with other exchange students • Read everything which is sent

  6. Study Abroad Office • Preparations • Research about host university accommodation: • Is it offered? • Ask past/current SA students for their advice • Arrive early to search for housing in the private sector

  7. Study Abroad Office • Preparations • Academic matters: • What is expected? • Course choices/ Course registration • Who is your academic contact • Registration at Leeds • Paperwork

  8. Study Abroad Office • Preparations • Finance: • Erasmus Grant – October 2011 • Pre-Placement: • Grant Contract During Placement: • Learning Agreement Post-Placement: • Transcript • Certificate of Attendance • Erasmus Report

  9. Study Abroad Office • Preparations • Finance: • Tuition Fees Worldwide destinations • Home/EU students £900 • International students 25% of usual tuition fee Erasmus destinations (Full year) • Home/EU students no fees • International students 25% of usual tuition fee

  10. Study Abroad Office • Preparations • Finance: Student Loan • Change of programme form • Loan application • UoL Taught Student Administration inform Student Finance of your placement • Need help – finance section of handbook • Maintenance loan – higher payment may be available

  11. Study Abroad Office • Preparations • Immigration • Embassy website • Check Host University website / information pack • Guidelines on our website • Insurance • Europe: EHIC Card • Health and Travel policies • Students with a compulsory policy receive a discount on the University of Leeds policy

  12. Study Abroad Office • Preparations • Medication • Carry sufficient with you • Check rules - get a doctors’ note if necessary • Vaccinations • Emergencies • Carry contact card in wallet/purse • Provision for returning home • Travel Arrangements • Let someone know your plans • www.fco.gov.uk

  13. Study Abroad Office • On Arrival • Make contact with family • Update your termtime address on The Portal • Keep in touch and regularly check Leeds email • Register arrival at host and attend inductions / orientations

  14. Study Abroad Office • Whilst abroad: • Familiarise yourself with the area – where to go and where not to go and expect differences • Be aware of local laws and customs • Be cautious – don’t drop your guard! • Have fun!

  15. Study Abroad Office • Pre-departure Checklist: • You will sign this document to say you have been advised by the SAO via: • This session • Country sessions • Get Ready to go Go Guide/SA Handbook • Seek further advice from the SAO/Academic Study Abroad Coordinator if required and only tick the sections when satisfied

  16. Study Abroad Office • Student experiences • Jamie (Monash, Australia) • Hannah (Penn State, USA)

  17. Study Abroad Office • Any questions?

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