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School of History

The School of History Study Abroad Briefing for second-year students in October 2019 introduces the St. Andrews Abroad Programme offering destinations and benefits of studying abroad. Discover opportunities in USA, Canada, Australia, Singapore, and more. Explore exchanges in Bonn, Dublin, Leiden, and other international locations to enhance academic experience, employability, language skills, and global perspectives. Learn about the application process, eligibility criteria, deadlines, practicalities, and contact details for consultations. Don't miss the chance to broaden your horizons and immerse yourself in diverse cultures. Apply now for an enriching experience in history studies abroad!

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School of History

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  1. School of History Study Abroad Briefing (for second-year students) October 2019 St Andrews Abroad Programme http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/history/studyabroad Dr Derek Patrick - Study Abroad Co-ordinator - asohist@st-andrews.ac.uk

  2. Option I: St Andrews Abroad (run centrally by the University) • USA, Canada, Australia, Singapore, New Zealand • Option II: School of History exchanges • Bonn, Trinity College Dublin, Leiden, Oslo, Strasbourg, Keio, Malta. University of St Andrews - School of History

  3. Destinations • Application process • If your application is successful • Studying Abroad • Coming back University of St Andrews - School of History

  4. Why study abroad? • Broaden your academic experience • Enhance your employability • Experience life in another culture • Discover a new part of the world • Make new friends • Improve your language skills or learn a new language altogether • Demonstrate your independence and develop life skills • See the world from a new perspective • Try new activities and sports Times Higher Education, 29 March 2012 University of St Andrews - School of History

  5. Why not study abroad? • It’s too much work to apply • My parents / friends / significant other don’t want me to • Worried about studying in a different academic culture • I’ll get homesick – I can’t be away from the St Andrews bubble! • I can’t afford it University of St Andrews - School of History

  6. St Andrews Abroad Programme • University-wide programme • Administered by the Collaborations & Study Abroad team in Registry • Selection is competitive • Main criterion: strong academic background (minimum entry requirement: 13.5 in your subject) • Check the website of potential Host Universities, discuss options with me • Request Letter of Permission (from me), and Academic Reference early. • Application Deadline: 8 November 2019 University of St Andrews - School of History

  7. St Andrews Abroad Programme Destinations for History • Macquarie University, Australia • University of Melbourne, Australia • Queen's University, Canada • University of Toronto, Canada • Western University, Canada • University of Auckland, New Zealand • National University of Singapore • University of California, USA • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, USA • University of Pennsylvania, USA • Purdue University, USA • University of Richmond, USA • University of Virginia, USA • Washington College, USA • College of William & Mary, USA Follow the links or visit http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/studyabroad/outgoingstudents/opportunitiesabroadandhowtoapply/wherecanigo/history/ to check which degrees can go to which Institutions (and for how long) University of St Andrews - School of History

  8. St Andrews Abroad Programme • More information • E-mail: studyabroad@st-andrews.ac.uk • St Andrews Abroad web page: http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/studyabroad/outgoingstudents/opportunitiesabroadandhowtoapply/standrewsabroadprogramme/ CSA student consultation hours: 2-4pm, Monday - Friday during term time • History Study Abroad co-ordinator: • Dr Derek Patrick (asohist@st-andrews.ac.uk) • Application Deadline: Friday 8 November 2019 University of St Andrews - School of History

  9. Option I: St Andrews Abroad (run centrally by the University) • USA, Canada, Australia, Singapore • Option II: School of History exchanges • Bonn, Trinity College Dublin, Leiden, Oslo, Strasbourg University of St Andrews - School of History

  10. Bonn • Die Universität Bonn • Eligibility & Practicalities • History • Modern History • Mediaeval History • Classes in German • Academic Year starts later • Accommodation not guaranteed University of St Andrews - School of History

  11. Dublin • Trinity College Dublin • Eligibility & Practicalities • History • Mediaeval History • Modern History • Exams only in May – alternative assessment for Semester 1 • Accommodation not guaranteed University of St Andrews - School of History

  12. Oslo • Universiteteti Oslo • Eligibility & Practicalities • Mediaeval History • Mediaeval History & Archaeology • History • Modern History • Classes in English • Accommodation not guaranteed University of St Andrews - School of History

  13. Strasbourg, Sciences Po • Institut d’Etudes Politiques, Sciences Po • Eligibility & Practicalities • Modern History • History (one semester only) • Classes in French • Accommodation not guaranteed University of St Andrews - School of History

  14. Leiden • Universiteit Leiden • Eligibility & Practicalities • Modern History • History (one semester only) Different process • Run by the School of Art History • Deadline: December   • Classes in English • Contact: Dr Laura Moretti (lm93@st-andrews.ac.uk) http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/arthistory/current/ug/erasmus+/leiden/ University of St Andrews - School of History

  15. Keio University • Established in 1858 as a small school of Western learning, Keio was Japan’s very first private institution of higher learning. Over 150 years since its founding, Keio has thrived under its founder’s motto of jitsugaku, or empirical science, as it continues to transform Japan as a modern nation through contributions to education, research, and medicine. It is located in Minato, a special ward in Tokyo, Japan. Established : 1858 • Website and links • Website : Keio University homepage • Study abroad page : Keio's International Centre

  16. Malta • L-Università ta' Malta, known as the University of Malta, is the highest educational institution in Malta. With origins on a Jesuit College dating from 1592, the University of Malta officially came into existence in 1769. Today, the University of Malta offers a unique learning experience across its fourteen faculties. Malta’s Mediterranean position, rich archaeology and unique experiences of rule by the Knights Hospitaller and the British Empire make it a fascinating location to study history.Established : 1769Student Population : 11500 • Website and links • Website : http://www.um.edu.mt/

  17. Application process • Check out host institution and possible modules (if in doubt, ask) • If you are Joint Honours – Letter of Permission by your other subject • Submit application – Deadline: 13December 2019 (5.00 p.m.) • Selection criteria: • your sub-honours grades in History (your subject) • your sub-honours grades overall • the opinion of your referee • your performance in the interview • your level in the foreign language (if applicable) • your statement of support and the quality of your application • Entry to Honours required University of St Andrews - School of History

  18. European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) • In St Andrews students do 120 credits per year (60 credits per semester) • 2 St Andrews credits = 1 ECTS credits University of St Andrews - School of History

  19. If your application is successful • February: Announcement of successful applicants • April: Compulsory CSA pre-departure meetings • Meeting with Study-Abroad co-ordinator(s) • Choosing modules • A good match for your St Andrews degree programme • The correct academic level • The correct workload • Learning about Grade Conversion • Completion of draft Learning Agreement University of St Andrews - School of History

  20. Studying Abroad • Check in with St Andrews - Let us know of any issues • Notify of any changes in modules (approval needed by the co-ordinator) • Complete and return your Learning Agreement, and an amended Learning Agreement (if necessary) • Academic culture abroad • Have fun! • Remember: You are still a student of the University of St Andrews with access to Student Services and your respective School. University of St Andrews - School of History

  21. Coming back to St Andrews • Semester 2: Pre-advising (dissertations etc.) • Grade conversion University of St Andrews - School of History

  22. More information • School of History: http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/history/studyabroad Study Abroad Co-ordinator: Dr Derek Patrick Room B7 – St Katharine’s Lodge asohist@st-andrews.ac.uk • Collaborations & Study Abroad: http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/studyabroad/ St Katharine's West 16 The Scores studyabroad@st-andrews.ac.uk CSA student consultation hours: 2 – 4 pm, Monday - Friday during term time University of St Andrews - School of History

  23. School of History Study Abroad Information Meeting – October 2019 Dr Derek Patrick - Study Abroad Co-ordinator asohist@st-andrews.ac.uk http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/history/studyabroad

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