GCU Exchange & Study Abroad

It's the and we're using the day to showcase a new opportunity for students 💙

We're on the look-out for Global Buddies 🗣 🌎

What is a Global Buddy? 🤔

Our Global Buddies programme helps new international students settle into life in Scotland by setting them up with a Global Buddy, who will help them familiarise themselves with their new environment 🤗

We're looking for friendly students who enjoy helping others to sign-up!

Starting university in a new country can be daunting, so why not sign-up and help new international students feel at ease 💙

Fill out the application form here - https://www.gcu.ac.uk/currentstudents/getinvolved/globalbuddies

‼️ Student Ambassador Applications have been extended to July 28th ‼️

Looking for a fun, flexible job which is easy to fit around your studies? Apply to be a Student Ambassador!

As a Student Ambassador you'll support fun events such as Freshers' Week and our International Welcome Programme, which includes trips all over Scotland😎

This is a paid post (£10.90 per hour), is flexible around your studies and allows you to make friends from across the University.

If you're an undergraduate student and you think you'd be keen to help students settle in at GCU, are proud to represent the University and have a lot of energy to bring the student experience to life; apply now!

Apply here ➡ https://shorturl.at/IPY49

Last chance to apply to be a Student Ambassador for 2023/24! Applications close this Friday, 14 July⚠️

As a Student Ambassador you'll support fun events such as Freshers' Week and our International Welcome Programme, which includes trips all over Scotland😎

This is a paid post (£10.90 per hour), is flexible around your studies and allows you to make friends from across the University.

If you're an undergraduate student and you think you'd be keen to help students settle in at GCU, are proud to represent the University and have a lot of energy to bring the student experience to life then apply now!

Apply👉https://bit.ly/3NUT8DE

✨ Fill in esnsurvey.org and share your reflections on how your time abroad influenced your sense of European identity and broaden your cultural perspectives.
Let's celebrate the power of international exchange in shaping our identities!
By filling in the survey in full, you get a chance to win, among others, Interrail passes and FlixBus tickets for an exciting summer around Europe 🌊

We're still recruiting Senior PALS to help with our Peer Assisted Learning Support programme 👋

PALS helps connect new students with other people on their programme, whilst being supported by Senior PALS who are there to offer advice and guidance 🤝

Hear from Elsie, who helped as a Senior PAL for the MSc International Economic and Social Justice programme 💙

🗣 "It was an absolute pleasure and great experience being a senior Pal. I enjoyed helping colleagues in my programme, especially the international students navigate a new environment and get the right help and support at GCU.

The feedback from friends and colleagues in my programme on how supported they felt was the highlight for me."

Follow in Elsie's footsteps and sign-up to be a Senior PAL today ➡ https://shorturl.at/ayGV6

At Glasgow Caledonian University, we are proud to be at the forefront of groundbreaking research.

Glasgow Caledonian is unsurpassed by any other Scottish modern university for the level of research considered to be world-leading or internationally excellent. 👏✨

This , we express our gratitude to our exceptional researchers leading our University's work across three major societal challenges: inclusive societies, healthy lives and sustainable environments.

Join us as we recognise their remarkable achievements and the vital role research plays in shaping a brighter future for all. 🌍

📢 Calling all recently returned exchange students!
Share your valuable experience and insights by filling out our esnsurvey.org. ✨ Help us enhance future mobility programs and guide future adventurers, and get a chance to win Interrail passes and FlixBus tickets 🚌🚃

The International Partnership Office is hiring for the position of International Partnerships Coordinator. Applications close 4th June.
To apply, please use the following link: https://www.myjobscotland.gov.uk/education/glasgow-caledonian-university/jobs/international-partnerships-coordinator-330852

We are now accepting applications for the 2023 South Korea Summer School. Please see below for details.

Programme Dates: June 25th – July 22nd 2023

Programme Costs: roughly 160GBP (250,000 KRW) admin fee, cost of flights and any personal expenditures.

Available Spaces: 3 GCU students covered by a scholarship (i.e. waiving tuition and all the fees related to accommodation, meals, and field trips, which amount to $2,700 dollars in total). Even where receiving a full scholarship, students are still responsible for independently covering the administration fee, airfare and personal expenditures.

Eligibility: Students from any year and any discipline are eligible to apply for this opportunity. Priority will be given to students who meet widening participation criteria.

About Hansung University: Hansung University has an excellent location close to the historic and cultural hub of Capital city, Seoul. Founded in 1945, the University presently serves approximately 6,700 undergraduate students and 840 graduate students enrolled in 4 colleges (College of Arts, College of Engineering, College of Social Science and College of Humanities)

Why South Korea? Korea is the world's 11th largest economy and a modern vibrant nation that still cherishes its traditional culture. Visitors can find beautiful natural scenery and fascinating historical relics in every corner of the country. Local customs and mouth-watering delicacies form part of Korea’s treasured heritage. There is also the unstoppable energy of modern Korea that is deeply rooted in ancient history and that has catapulted the once impoverished country into the exclusive club of wealthy nations within less than 50 years.

Programme Overview: Hansung University International Summer School is designed for students who are interested in learning about Korean culture. HISS School proudly offers to exchange students a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn about the rich culture and history from the distinguished members of their faculty. Also on offer are numerous hands-on activities and field trips organized by the experienced Summer School directors and staff. Perhaps the most important thing is a friendship that blossoms among students from all over the world. These bonds are something students cherish for the rest of their lives. Please see Hansung’s dedicated International Summer School webpages for further information on the programme.

To Apply: Please email [email protected] to request a copy of the application form and return this via the same email address; along with your transcript of records.

Deadline for Application Submission: Sunday 19th March

Reminder - the deadline to submit an application for outgoing exchanges in 23/24 is today at 5pm.

Applications for Outgoing Exchanges in 23/24 are now open!

Please note, the closing date for submissions is Friday 10th February at 5pm.

The exchange team will be hosting drop-in sessions for outgoing exchange applicants throughout the following dates in Room H200B, William Harley Building, Level 2:

• Tuesday 31st January, 2-4pm
• Wednesday 1st February, 11am-1pm
• Wednesday 8th February, 11am-1pm

Incoming Exchange students in need of a physical signature on their arrival form can attend the following office hours over the next few days in Room H200B, William Harley Building, Level 2:

• Friday 20th January – 2-4pm
• Monday 23rd January – 10am-12pm
• Wednesday 23rd January 2-4pm

If you require only an electronic stamp and signature, please email [email protected] on or after Friday 20th January and we will return the document via email as requested.

If you are joining GCU this month as an incoming exchange student, we recommend you attend these induction webinars to learn more about the university and the services on offer.

Joining the University this January and want to find out more information about life here at Glasgow Caledonian? Check out our induction webinars for everything you need to know about different areas of university life ✨

Accommodation
📅 Mon 16 Jan
⏰1-3pm
🔗https://bit.ly/3X0scnM

International Students Welcome & VISA
📅Tues 17 Jan
⏰1-2pm
🔗http://bit.ly/3B2HOx4

Library
📅Thurs 19 Jan
⏰12-1pm
🔗http://bit.ly/3Tgxeev

Timetabling
📅Tues 24 Jan
⏰10-11am
🔗http://bit.ly/3Cv0yI6

GCU Learn
📅 Tues 24 Jan
⏰2pm-3pm
🔗http://bit.ly/3Ki1HEI

If you are unavailable to attend any of these webinars, recordings of each session will be available on the GCU Welcome App. Download the app here 👉 https://bit.ly/3hq3zRP

Are you joining GCU for the first time this January and want to make some friends and find out more about your course?

Well, PALS is for you! 🤗

Our Peer Assisted Learning Support (PALS) connects you with other new students on your course by putting you in a WhatsApp group with classmates, so you have the chance to make connections before classes even begin! 💙

Each group chat will also include helpful Senior PALS- students in 2nd-4th year from your programme who will be able to help you with advice and any questions you might have about life at GCU🗣

Sign up to PALS now 👉 https://bit.ly/3d3ibnR

Are you joining GCU as a new student in January? Download our Welcome App now! 📱

The app is packed full of helpful hints and tips about joining GCU, including advice on:

▶️ Registration and timetables
▶️ What to expect from life on campus
▶️ Our student support services
▶️ Induction webinars and online courses
▶️ Our PALS scheme connecting you with classmates

It also has a 'chat feed' where you can connect with other new students as well as ask questions.

The app is compatible on both Apple and Android devices📲

Download here 👉 https://bit.ly/3hq3zRP

If you're joining us for Trimester B, make sure you download the GCU Welcome App 📲💙

The app gives you all the information you need about registration and induction, the campus, student services, and everything else about getting started at GCU.

Just search 'Glasgow Caledonian University' on the App Store or Google Play Store.

Apply for the 2023 Magnusson Fund for the chance to win up to £5K!💰

Thanks to donors such as Santander Universities and Sir Alex Ferguson CBE, GCU students have the opportunity to win thousands of pounds towards a project they are passionate about💸

If you are in second year or above or an early career researcher who has BIG ambitions and wants to step out of your comfort zone to explore, learn, help others, and have new life experiences, locally and around the globe then apply now!!

Previous reward recipients have used their awards to support incredible projects across the globe🌍

GCU student Katie used her Award to take her sustainable fashion business, Katie Koutures, to the next level🤩

Do you have a project in mind that you'd like to take to the next level? Apply for the Magnusson Fund now!

Find out more & apply here 👉https://bit.ly/3Erwyw6

The deadline is 5pm on 13 February 2023.

The International Partnerships Office is hiring for the position of International Mobility Administrative Assistant. If you are interested in applying or learning more about the job role, please use the following link - https://www.myjobscotland.gov.uk/education/glasgow-caledonian-university/jobs/international-mobility-administrative-assistant-310941

The post closes for applications 17th January 2023 with a planned interview date of 7th February 2023.

Reminder - the exchange office will be closed from midday Thursday 22nd December and will reopen 9am Wednesday 4th January. Email mailboxes will not be monitored throughout the closure period.

🎄 | This year the university’s Winter Break will begin at 5pm on Thursday 22 December, with all buildings and services re-opening at 9am on Wednesday 4 January.

Some buildings will be open during this time, including GCU Library and The ARC Gym.

A full list of opening times is available on our website: https://www.gcu.ac.uk/currentstudents/festive-break-information

Happy International Mountain Day from Scotland ⛰️

Climbing Scotland’s mountains is a great way to explore some of our stunning and remote locations.

If you fancy a challenge, why not start Munro bagging? A popular adventure in Scotland where walkers challenge themselves to climb as many peaks over 3,000 ft as they can. There are 282 Munros across Scotland and over 6,000 people have climbed all of them so far!

For more on Munro Bagging ➡️ https://fal.cn/3ulgT

📸 IG/stuhedley

🏠 | Accommodation in Glasgow

As you begin to plan for your studies at Glasgow Caledonian University in January, we wanted to make you aware that finding suitable rented accommodation in Glasgow just now can be extremely difficult, especially if you have a family or young children.

We strongly recommend that you start your search for accommodation as soon as you know you have a place to study with us. It is extremely important that you plan your accommodation before travelling to Scotland. Students due to travel to the UK should understand the importance of having a UK home address in order to meet their visa requirements.

GCU cannot take responsibility for finding you somewhere to stay for Trimester B, but if you get in touch with our Accommodation Support team at [email protected], they can add you to their mailing list and send you their accommodation guide to help you with your search. This guide contains information about areas surrounding Glasgow, travel, bus and train times in and out of the City of Glasgow and ideas of properties to rent in those areas. Updates are sent weekly with amended versions of this, as well as other relevant information concerning references, guarantors, transport options, and more.

We are not affiliated with any properties so cannot help you in this way. It is up to students to find and secure their own living arrangements.

GCU's Accommodation Support Team are continuing to run their drop in appointments on campus! 🏘️

If you are having issues with accommodation and wish to speak to a member of the team, drop by seminar room 2 on level 1 of the George Moore Building at the following times:

➡️Mon 2pm-4pm
➡️Tues 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm
➡️Wed 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm
➡️Thurs 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm

Please note: The accommodation support team are not affiliated with any property agents or companies, so cannot provide students with accommodation. They can, however, assist you with your search for accommodation by providing you with information packs about Glasgow's surrounding areas.

📩If you have any further questions, or wish to receive the accommodation information pack, please email [email protected]

The Student Funding Team are available to help you with student funding related enquiries 💸

Contact the team for advice on:
✨ Student support funding
✨Money management
✨Discretionary & childcare funds
✨Trusts, charities & scholarships

The team are also running drop-in appointments in room 14 on level 1 of the George Moore Building at the following times:
➡️ Monday 2pm-4pm
➡️Wednesday 11am-1pm
➡️Friday 11am-1pm

📩 [email protected]
☎️+44 141 273 1376

🏠 | Accommodation for Trimester B

As you begin to plan for your studies at Glasgow Caledonian University in January, we wanted to make you aware that finding suitable rented accommodation in Glasgow just now can be extremely difficult, especially if you have families or young children.

We strongly recommend that you start your search for accommodation as soon as you know you have a place to study with us. It is really important that you plan your accommodation before travelling to the UK. Students due to travel to the UK should understand the importance of having a UK home address in order to meet your visa requirements.

Unfortunately, GCU cannot take responsibility for finding you somewhere to stay for Trimester B, but if you get in touch with our Accommodation Support team at [email protected], they can add you to their mailing list and send you their accommodation guide. This guide contains information about areas surrounding Glasgow, travel bus and train times in and out of the City of Glasgow and ideas of properties to rent in those areas. Updates are sent weekly with amended versions of this, as well as other relevant information concerning references, guarantors, transport options, and more.

If you are looking to study abroad in a city - GCU has you covered! We have a range of partner destinations located in major world cities, from New York to Paris.

Visit our Exchange Partners webpage to see what destinations may be available to you for a semester-long exchange opportunity.

https://www.gcu.ac.uk/currentstudents/essentials/exchange-study-abroad/exchangepartners. 🏙️🌃

Meet Luna & Frank, they are GCU's Accommodation Support team 👋

Luna & Frank work at an advisory capacity aiding students in their search for accommodation🏘️

They are not affiliated with any agents or companies, so they cannot provide you with accommodation. They can, however, help you with your search by giving you information packs about areas surrounding Glasgow 🗺️

They run drop in services Mon-Thurs in Seminar Room 1 on Level 1 of the George Moore Building. These drop ins are available:
➡️Monday 2pm-4pm
➡️Tuesday 10am-12pm
➡️Wednesday 2pm-4pm
➡️Thursday 10am-12pm

Appointments will be 10 minutes long. If these overrun, there is a queue system in place to limit wait times.

📩If you have any further questions, or wish to receive the accommodation information pack, please email [email protected]

🙌 Wishing all Glasgow residents and visitors celebrating the festival of lights 🕯️ a that brings happiness, prosperity and joy ✨

Whatever you're going through, you're not alone.

We're here for you this and beyond.

Please like and share this post so we can reach someone who really needs to see it 💙

The campus life desk is GCU Students' first port of call for all non-academic enquiries 🌟

You can find the Campus Life Desk on Level 1 of the George Moore Building from 9am-5pm Monday-Friday.

The Campus Life Desk team can help with:

👉 General student enquiries
👉 Replacement student ID cards
👉 Student status letters

You can also email the Campus Life Desk team at [email protected]📩

Reminder - Applications for Direct Entrants into third year close tomorrow Friday 7th October at 5pm.

Mental Health & Wellbeing Strategy – Further Education Engagement Event An opportunity for students in further education to have their say on the new Mental Health & Wellbeing Strategy

Are you outside UK waiting for your Student visa?

If you are due to start with GCU in Trimester A and have not yet arrived in the UK because you are waiting for your visa, please refer to the Latest Course Start Date on your CAS - this is your deadline for arriving in the UK.

If you cannot arrive by this date, you must contact your course staff as soon as possible for advice and guidance on your options.

Please do not travel to the UK if your latest course start date has passed unless this has been approved.