Welcome Internationalisation is central to education here at Bath Spa University: one of our main objectives is to help our graduates to become global citizens so that you are able to truly flourish and compete in the increasingly competitive global job market. One of the best ways you can do this is by undertaking a study abroad placement, either at an Erasmus+ or an International Exchange partner university. Studying abroad is a unique opportunity and one that is likely to provide you with some of your most memorable life experiences. Most degree programmes across the University have partners on either the Erasmus+ or Exchange programme in their subject. This means that study abroad opportunities are open to every Bath Spa University student. We are seeking new partners for those subjects not currently listed in this guide, so please speak to the International Relations team to find out if there are potential new partners in your subject area. Undertaking a placement abroad is a great opportunity to meet people and to develop your cultural awareness. All of these attributes will make you more employable upon graduation from Bath Spa University. A 2015 report by the UK HE International Unit, 'Gone International', concluded that a higher proportion of UK graduates who were mobile were employed; a higher proportion of graduates who were mobile were working abroad (if in employment). On average, graduates who were mobile earned more in 11 out of 17 subject areas, and earned more if they remained in the UK to work. Cover left Chicago © Choose Chicago Cover top right Aarhus Central © Aarhus University Cover bottom right Stockholm Harbour © Visit Stockholm Left View over Salzburg's Fortress, Austria © Tourismus Salzburg
We hope that you will find the information in this guide helpful in directing you through the initial steps of deciding which type of placement - Erasmus+ or International Exchange - is for you, and how to apply. If you have any questions, please contact us or call into our office in Main House (Newton Park, MH.G17) Cathy Leng Head of International Relations