Programme information
For programme-specific information, please see Where can I go?
Study Abroad for credit is only permitted on existing University approved programmes. The University has a range of exchange and Study Abroad programmes, all of which are carefully selected and monitored. We have good relations with our partners overseas and work closely with them to ensure our students enjoy a successful period abroad and a smooth return to St Andrews thereafter.
There are two types of Study abroad programme:
1. St Andrews Abroad
These are exchange programmes which are open to students across a number of subjects in Arts, Divinity and Science. Applications are competitive and the selection process is led by the Pro Deans. Most St Andrews Abroad programmes involve a full academic year of study at one of our partner institutions, though some exchanges are available for one semester only (usually during Junior Honours year). For full details, see St Andrews Abroad.
2. Subject study abroad programmes
These are programmes specific to a certain Department or School. Several Schools have Erasmus links with other European institutions. While many of these are for students of Modern Languages, a number of opportunities exist for students in other Schools, and several of our exchange partners offer courses in English as well as the host language. A few Schools have established programmes with partners outside Europe. Students may spend one semester or a full academic year abroad, depending on the programme. To check what options are available in your subject area, see Where can I go?
Programme availability
Many Study Abroad programmes depend on incoming/outgoing balance and consequently the number of places available may vary in any given year. We cannot guarantee that all programmes will be available every academic year.
New programmes
New Study abroad programmes are established regularly and new options will be added under Where can I go? once the programme receives approval and the two institutions sign an agreement.
Programme evaluation
All of our programmes are reviewed annually (a process that includes evaluation of student feedback) and we may withdraw exchanges if staff or students report serious problems. This happens rarely as all of our partners are carefully selected and we maintain good relations with them, but our chief concern is the welfare and experience of all St Andrews students participating in Study Abroad.