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“Studying abroad was thebest year of my life, andI would recommend it toanybody in a heartbeat.”Curtis Worrell,Do moreThis guide contains information aboutstudy abroad options offered by theInternational Department.What is Study Abroad?Study abroad is challenging, exciting andabove all rewarding.It is not a year out, but the opportunity tostudy* at a college or university abroad aspart of your degree at Ulster.BA Hons Media Studies & ProductionStudied abroad at ColoradoMesa University.When can I go?If you are an undergraduate student, youwill normally study abroad during theplacement/third year of your course. Lesscommonly, you may study abroad at otherpoints in your course.There are also some opportunities for studyabroad if you are a postgraduate student.* And/or work in the case of the Erasmus programme.It is the ideal opportunity to experience adifferent way of living and learning.ContentsAbout Study Abroad04Europe06ErasmusUSA0614ISEP14You will come back to Ulster withStudy USA18· More confidenceDirect Exchange22· A network of new friends· Experience of a different country and culture· New skills (and maybe even a new language)· A great CV· Some amazing memories.“Twenty years from now you willbe more disappointed by the thingsyou didn’t do than by the ones thatyou did. So throw off the bowlines,sail away from the safe harbour.Catch the trade winds in your sails.Explore. Dream. Discover.”Rest of the world28Direct Exchange28Short Programmes34Glossary38Further sources of information39Mark Twain45
You can study inEurope through theErasmus programmeStudyingin EuropeWhat is Erasmus?Can I apply?Erasmus is a Europe-wide programme fundedby the European Commission. Erasmus is thepart of the Erasmus programme that allowsstudents to study or work in Europe duringtheir university studies.You can apply if: You are on a course at Ulster Universitythat allows you to study or work abroad3What makes Erasmusspecial?Erasmus is special because: It allows students from all over Europe tostudy or work in 32 different countries You will get an Erasmus grant to help youwith the cost of living abroad You will pay no tuition fees for your yearabroad1 You can take part if you are anundergraduate, postgraduate or researchstudent and if you are a part-time student26 You can take part in Erasmus more thanonce during your academic career.BEEN THERE, DONE THAT You have the approval of yourDepartmental Erasmus Coordinator,Placement Tutor or Course Director You have passed all your modulesat Ulster.4You cannot apply if: You are going to study or work in yourcountry of normal residence. For example,you cannot apply for Erasmus if you aregoing to study or work in the Republicof Ireland (RoI) and you normally live inRoI when you are not studying at UlsterUniversity.1 Provided that you meet the eligibility criteria2 Provided that you study or work full-time while abroad3 You must be registered on a four-year undergraduate course inorder to study abroad for a full year.4 Speak to your Departmental Erasmus Coordinator or PlacementTutor if you have to retake any of your modules.Leah Wright,BSc Hons Geography withInternational DevelopmentStudied abroad at RijksuniversiteitGroningen, the Netherlands“My study abroad experience wasrewarding on both an academicand personal level.I have developed a deeperunderstanding of the worldaround us, and I now have friendsfrom all corners of the globe!”DID YOU KNOW?The Eiffel Tower was built for the1889 Paris Exposition and was notintended to be permanent.It was planned that the 301m talliron structure would be demolished in1909, but was saved because it wasrepurposed as a giant radio antenna.In 1891, London built a structuredesigned to surpass the Eiffel Towerin height. It was unsteady, nevercompleted and demolished in 1907.7
Where can I study?You can study at any host institution thathas signed an Erasmus Inter-Institutionalagreement for student exchange in yoursubject area.If you want, you can even study for onesemester in one country then move toanother country for your second semester.Each of your study placements must be atleast three months long.Where can I work?You can do a work placement (knownas a “traineeship”) in any of the 32Erasmus countries.If you want, you can work in more than onecountry during your year abroad, providedthat each of your traineeships is at leasttwo months long.Erasmus countriesYou will have the opportunity to studyor work in one or more of the followingErasmus countries:Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus,Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland,former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia,France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland,Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania,Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway,Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia,Spain, Sweden and Turkey.How much will it cost?TUITION FEESAs an Erasmus student you will not paytuition fees to your host institution.If your Erasmus study placement ortraineeship is at least seven months long,you will be entitled to a tuition fee waiver5for the academic year. This means that youwill not pay any tuition fees to Ulster.If your Erasmus study placement ortraineeship is less than seven months long,8you will pay full fees to Ulster University forthe academic year.The tuition fee waiver is not available tostudents who are paying overseas tuitionfees at Ulster. GB students will get acontribution towards their tuition feesfor the year.LIVING COSTS AND ERASMUS GRANTThe cost of living is different in each of theErasmus countries so we cannot tell youexactly how much your time abroad willcost; however, you will receive an Erasmusgrant, which will help you with the extracosts of living abroad. The Erasmus grant isnot intended to cover all your costs so youmust have enough money to fund yourselfduring your time abroad.The Erasmus grant rate is set each year bythe UK Erasmus National Agency and cango up or down. It is likely to be between 250 and 400 per 30 days depending onwhere you study or work.You will receive 80% of your Erasmus grantwhen you have arrived and started yourErasmus placement and the remaining 20%when you have finished your placement.You can receive an Erasmus grant for amaximum of twelve months.Your Erasmus grant will not affect anystudent loan, maintenance grant or bursarythat you receive. You should therefore applyfor your loan or grant as normal6.INSURANCEIt is essential that you have suitable travelinsurance. You can apply for a EuropeanHealth Insurance Card (EHIC) free of chargeat gov.uk/european-health-insurance-card.As the EHIC will not cover you for all medical5 The Erasmus tuition fee waiver is decided annually by theDepartment of Employment and Learning and cannot beguaranteed for future years.6 If you are eligible for the Erasmus tuition fee waiver, you will notneed to apply for a loan for fees.expenses, you should also take out your owntravel insurance from a reputable provider.You can buy a Student Travel Policy from yourfaculty office. Look at ulster.ac.uk/finance/pdfs/student travel.pdf for more details.What recognition will I getat the end of my studiesabroad?Do I need to know anotherlanguage?If you successfully complete a year of studyabroad, you will be awarded the Diplomain International Academic Studies (DIAS) inaddition to your degree when you graduate.No, you do not need to know anotherlanguage to take part in Erasmus. Thereare lots of host institutions where you canstudy in English.If you successfully complete a year of workabroad, you will be awarded the Diplomain Professional Practice (International) inaddition to your degree when you graduate.Even if you study in English, you willhave the opportunity to pick up anotherlanguage during your time abroad.Your year of study or work abroad will alsocontribute towards your Ulster EDGE award.If you are studying in a language otherthan English, you will take an onlinelanguage assessment at the beginningand end of your Erasmus placement.This is to see how much your languagehas improved during your timeabroad. You will also have the chanceto take an online language courseto help you improve your languagemore quickly.If you successfully complete a semester ofstudy abroad, you will progress to the nextyear of your course as normal.Although it is rare that students do notcomplete their semester or year abroad, itis important that you know that if you failyou will have to repay any Erasmus grantthat you have received. You may also bewithdrawn from your course.DID YOU KNOW?In 1801-1803 parts of theParthenon’s remaining sculptureswere sold by the Turks (whocontrolled Greece at the time) tothe Englishman Lord Elgin. Thesesculptures were forcibly removed,sold to the British Museum and calledthe Elgin Marbles.Greece has asked the British Museumto return the sculptures but it hasthis far refused to do so.THE PARTHENON, GREECE9
What do I do next?If you think Erasmus is right for you, here’s what you should do:BRANDENBURG GATE, GERMANYSTEP ONE: Meet with your Departmental Erasmus Coordinatoror Placement Tutor to discuss your study/work abroad optionsSTEP TWO: Research your options thoroughlySTEP THREE: Decide where you want to study or workSTEP FOUR: Apply to your host institution or companySTEP FIVE: Apply for an Erasmus grantSTEP SIX: Attend pre-departure workshopSTEP SEVEN: Get ready to goSTEP EIGHT:Leave for the experienceof a lifetimeYour Departmental Erasmus Coordinatoris responsible for Erasmus in yoursubject area. They will help you at allstages of your Erasmus applicationto study abroad.10Your Placement Tutor or CareerDevelopment Consultant will be able to helpyou find work opportunities in your subjectarea. Your Placement Tutor will help you atall stages of your Erasmus application.DID YOU KNOW?The Brandenburg Gate is one ofthe most well-known landmarks inGermany, but it once stood without itsQuadriga statue at the top. Stolen byNapoleon in 1806, the famous chariotguided by four horses was kept in Parisuntil it was returned to Berlin upon hisdefeat in 1814.11
When do I apply?Applying to study1. APPLY TO YOUR HOST INSTITUTIONApplication deadlines vary but are normally: Between 1 April and 30 June for studies starting in autumn semester. Around 30 November for studies starting in spring semester.2. APPLY FOR AN ERASMUS GRANTYou should start your application as soon as you apply to your host institution.You should complete your application as soon as you have been accepted atyour host institution.You must submit your application no later than 10 working days beforeyour studies begin. Late or incomplete applications cannot be accepted.Applying for a traineeship1. APPLY TO THE COMPANY/ORGANISATIONApplication deadlines will vary for each company/organisation.2. APPLY FOR AN ERASMUS GRANTYou should start your application as soon as you apply to thecompany/organisation.You should complete your application as soon as you have secured a traineeship.You must submit your application at least 10 working days before yourtraineeship begins. Late or incomplete applications cannot be accepted.Find out moreUlster University - /erasmusErasmus Ulster University acknowledges the support of the Commission of the European Communities within the framework of the Erasmus programme.erasmusplus.org.uk/about-erasmusE: erasmus@ulster.ac.ukDisclaimer: The content of this document is the sole responsibility of Ulster University. The European Union is not liable for any use thatmay be made of the information.1213
You can study in the USA throughthe International StudentExchange Programs (ISEP),Study USA and the DirectExchange programme.THE STATUE OF LIBERTYStudy inthe USAHow much will it cost?BEEN THERE, DONE THATTUITION FEESIf you choose to study abroad for the fullacademic year, you will pay the intercalaryyear abroad tuition fee to Ulster.If you study abroad for one semester, you willpay the full undergraduate tuition fee to Ulster.Students will not be charged tuition fees attheir host institution.ISEP FEE TO ULSTERYou will pay a fee to Ulster University whichcovers the cost of your accommodation andmeals in the US. This fee is set annually and isbased on the cost of living at Ulster University.What is ISEP?Can I apply?ISEP is an affordable exchange programmethat enables Ulster University students tostudy in the USA.You can apply if:What makes ISEP special?ISEP is special because: It provides you with a choice of over145 institutions in approximately44 US states You can select and rank your top 10institutions of choice It is an affordable option, as thecost is based on the cost of livingat Ulster University.7 You must be registered on a four-year undergraduate course inorder to study abroad for a full year.14You will not pay any money to the hostinstitution for your accommodation or meals. You are registered on a course atUlster University that allows you tostudy abroad for one semester or anacademic year7Curtis Worrell,BA Hons Media Studies & ProductionStudied abroad at Colorado MesaUniversity You have the approval of your coursedirector“I could write an entire book on myshort time in Colorado. There aresimply too many amazing places Isaw, too many activities I took partin, too many awesome people Imet, and far too many incrediblememories to write in a fewparagraphs. You have passed all your modulesat Ulster.Where can I study?ISEP has a wide range of US institutionswhich you can choose from. Look atisep.org/students/Directory/members inusa.asp for more details.Studying abroad was the best yearof my life, and I would recommendit to anybody in a heartbeat.”You will have the option to pay this feeas a one-off payment or by three equalinstalments. The dates set for payment byinstalments align with when you will receiveyour student loan (end of September, midJanuary and mid-April).PLACEMENT FEEThis is a non-refundable administration feewhich you will pay to ISEP Central when yousubmit your application. It covers the workthat ISEP Central undertakes in placing youat one of your preferred institutions.On the rare occasion when ISEP Centralcannot place you in one of the top 10institutions you’ve chosen, they will provideyou with a suitable alternative.15
HEALTH INSURANCEYou must purchase ISEP’s student healthinsurance before you accept your offer ofplacement.TRAVEL INSURANCEIt is essential that you purchase travelinsurance from a reputable provider. Youcan buy a Student Travel Policy from yourfaculty office.Look at ulster.ac.uk/finance/pdfs/student travel.pdf for more details.VISAYou must have a J-1 exchange visitor visa inorder to study in the USA.LOAN/GRANTYou should apply for your studentmaintenance loan/grant in the usual way.You should advise your Education Authoritythat you will be studying abroad. You needto complete their course abroad form andforward this to the ISEP Coordinator at Ulster.15 January01 JulySTEP THREE: Decide your top 10 institutionsSubmit your onlineapplication toISEP Coordinatorat UlsterSubmit your onlineapplication toISEP Coordinatorat UlsterSTEP FOUR: Apply using ISEP’s online application If you successfully complete a year ofstudy abroad, you will be awarded theDiploma in International AcademicStudies (DIAS) in addition toyour degree when you graduateSTEP SIX: Get ready to go It is important for you to know - if you failyour semester or year of study abroad youmay be withdrawn from your course.To apply for;SEMESTER TWO OFSECOND YEARSTEP TWO: Look at the ISEP website to research your options thoroughlySTEP FIVE: Attend pre-departure workshop If you successfully complete a semester ofstudy abroad, you will progress to the nextyear of your course as normalTo apply for;FULL ACADEMICYEARSTEP ONE: Meet with your Course Director to discussWHAT RECOGNITION WILL I GET AT THEEND OF MY STUDIES ABROAD? Your year of study abroad will alsocontribute towards your Ulster EDGE award16If you think ISEP is right for you,here’s what you should do:“Honestly, this isWhen do I have to apply?probably one of the bestdecisions I will make inmy life. It is extremelydifficult to put intowords how rewardingand enjoyable the wholestudy abroad experienceis. I would encourageanyone who is luckyenough to have thisopportunity to grab itwith both hands.I wish I could do it allover again!“What do I do next?Ashleigh Gorman,BSc Hons Sociologywith CriminologyStudied abroad at RodesCollege, MemphisBEEN THERE, DONE THATSTEP SEVEN:Travel to the USA to embrace aonce in a lifetime opportunity!Stacey Vernon,BSc Hons EnvironmentalScienceStudied abroad at EastTennessee State University‘ISEP gave me the opportunityto spend 10 months in America,and honestly, it simply wasn’tlong enough. Try as I may, Icould never find the right wordsto describe my experience. Toput it simply, it changed mylife. I met some of the mostwonderful people who are goingto be friends for life, I discoveredwhere my passion lies withinmy degree, I travelled to placeswhich I never dreamed I wouldget the chance to visit but mostimportantly, it completelychanged me as a person.Find out moreThis is honestly a once in alifetime opportunity, one which Iencourage everyone to utilize.’E: isep@ulster.ac.ukUlster University - EPisep.org/students/17
CHICAGO SKYLINEStudy USAStudy USA is a British Council programmethat allows you to spend a year studying inthe USA. While there, you will study somebusiness courses.What makesStudy USA special?Study USA is special because: You will get to study at one of 130institutions across the USA You will pay no tuition fees foryour year abroad You will receive financial support fromthe Department of Employment andLearning in Northern Ireland (DELNI).Can I apply?You can apply if: You are in your second orpenultimate year of any full-time,undergraduate course Your course allows you to study abroadfor one year18 You have a minimum average of 53% inyour first year modules with no fails orresits8 You have an EU passport.Each year 60 to 80 students will be selectedfor Study USA. You will be competingfor a place against students from otheruniversities and colleges in Northern Ireland.If you pass the application stage you willbe called for interview. The final decision isbased on the interview.Where can I study?Once you have been accepted for StudyUSA you will be matched with a suitableinstitution.How much will it cost?TUITION FEESYou will pay no tuition fees to UlsterUniversity or your host institution.DELNI ask for a 1000 student contributionto cover the costs of the programme.9LIVING COSTSStudy USA will cover the cost of your term-time accommodation and meals. They alsocontribute towards the cost of academicbooks and materials. The British Council willcontribute towards your flight costs.You will be responsible for visa costs and forsupporting yourself during the vacations.TRAVEL INSURANCEIt is essential that you purchase travelinsurance from a reputable provider.You can buy a Student Travel Policy from yourfaculty office. Look at ulster.ac.uk/finance/pdfs/student travel.pdf for more details.What recognitionwill I get at the end ofmy studies abroad?If you successfully complete your studies inthe US along with your business project andyour reflective portfolio, you will be awardedthe Diploma in International AcademicStudies (DIAS) in addition to your degreewhen you graduate.“I don’t think I’d havesuch a rounded lifeexperience if it hadnot been for my ninemonths at Alma College.It helped me get jobs,it helped me findopportunities outsideof work. It gave me theconfidence to turn upin New York with nocontacts and get myselfa job for a whole year.“What is Study USA?Ben Williams,Studied abroad atAlma College in the USAYour year of study abroad will alsocontribute towards your Ulster EDGE award.8 If you do not pass all of your second year modules you will not beallowed to take part.9 This fee is subject to change.19
What do I do next?If you think Study USA is right for you, here’s what you should do:STEP ONE: Check that you meet the criteriaSTEP TWO: Look at the British Council website link forinformation about application deadlinesSTEP THREE: Attend the British Council Study USA briefing heldon your campus in OctoberSTEP FOUR: Get your CV in order and start writing the applicationSTEP FIVE: Take advice from the Careers Development Serviceon your application and CVSTEP SIX: Practice your interview techniques in preparation for thenext stage of the applicationSTEP SEVEN: Make sure you pass all your modulesWhen do I apply?OCTOBERApplications openNOVEMBERApplications closeDECEMBERInterviews are heldSTEP EIGHT:Travel to the USA!JANUARY/FEBRUARYPlaces are confirmedMARCH/ARPILFind out moreStudy y/study-abroad/usaMatching process takes placeVivienne O’ Brien,Student Experience TeamE: v.obrien@ulster.ac.ukYou can sign up for a newsletter alert that will let you know when the applicationsare open again. Sign up here: britishcouncil.org/study-work-create/newsletter andselect the Study Abroad Opportunities field.20JUNEPre-departure workshops held inNorthern IrelandAUGUSTDeparture for institutions in the US21
You can study in theUSA through theDirect ExchangeprogrammeStudying in the USADirect ExchangeWhat is the Direct Exchangeprogramme?The Direct Exchange programme providesyou with the opportunity to study at oneof Ulster University’s partner institutions inthe USA.What makes theDirect Exchangeprogramme special?The Direct Exchange programmeis special because:Can I apply?You can apply if: You are on a course that allows you tostudy abroad for one semester or anacademic year10 Have the approval of your Course Director Have passed all your modules at Ulster.Where can I study?You can study at any partner universitythat has an exchange agreement withUlster University. It allows you to apply directly to theUniversity or College of your choice All partner institutions are ofexcellent quality The application is not competitive.2210 You must be registered on a four year course if you are applyingfor a full year of study abroadDID YOU KNOW?The Empire State Building has alightning rod near the top which isstruck by lightning around 23 timesevery year.The building itself cost 24,718,000to build, when the cost of the landis included this figure climbs to 40,948,900. This cost was less thanhalf of the total anticipated cost dueto the Great Depression.23
How much will it cost?TUITION FEESAs a Direct Exchange student you will notpay tuition fees to your host institution. Ifyou study abroad for the academic year youwill pay the intercalary fee to Ulster.If you study abroad for one semester, you willnot pay tuition fees to your host institutionbut you will pay full fees to Ulster.STUDENT LOAN/GRANTYou should apply for your studentmaintenance loan/grant in the usual way.You should advise your Education Authoritythat you will be studying abroad.LIVING COSTSThe cost of living varies depending onyour chosen location and your personalspending habits.Travel, accommodation, insurance andliving costs will be your responsibility. DirectExchange partners have variable fees forhousing and meal plans. You will need toresearch this thoroughly.INSURANCEMost partner institutions will expect you topurchase their health insurance as part ofyour application. This will also be a conditionof your visa application.TRAVEL INSURANCEIt is essential that you purchase travelinsurance from a reputable provider.If you think Direct Exchange is right for you,here’s what you should do:STEP ONE: Meet with your Course Director to discuss study abroadSTEP TWO: Research the Direct Exchange programmesSTEP THREE: Decide where to goSTEP FOUR: Contact the Study Abroad TeamDID YOU KNOW?Roughly two years following Lincoln’sassassination in 1865, the U.S.Congress appointed the LincolnMonument Association to build amemorial dedicated to AbrahamLincoln. However, the site for thememorial was not chosen until 1901.In 1911, President Taft signed theLincoln Memorial Bill to provide 2million in funding for the memorial.On 12 February, 1911, constructionbegan to commemorate Lincoln’sbirthday. On May 30, 1922, formerPresident and Chief Justice WilliamHoward Taft and Robert Todd Lincoln,Lincoln’s only surviving child, lead themonument’s dedication ceremony.The memorial’s architect, HenryBacon, received a Gold Medal by theAmerican Institute of Architects forhis design in 1923.STEP FIVE: ApplySTEP SIX: Apply for a VisaSTEP SEVEN: Pre-departure workshopYou can buy a Student Travel Policy from yourfaculty office. Look at ulster.ac.uk/finance/pdfs/student travel.pdf for more details.STEP EIGHT: Get ready to goVISAYou must have a J-1 exchange visitor visa inorder to study in the USA.Travel to the US for oncein a lifetime experience!All visa documentation will be provided toyou by your host institution.24What do I do next?THE LINCOLN MEMORIAL, WASHINGTON, D.C.25
When do I have to apply?GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE, SAN FRANCISCOIf you would like to apply to one of the Direct Exchangepartner institutions, your application should be fullycompleted by the following dates:FOR FULL YEAR15 MarchSEMESTER 115 MarchSEMESTER 215 SeptemberDID YOU KNOW?What recognition will I get at the end of mystudies abroad? If you successfully complete a yearof study abroad, you will be awardedthe Diploma in InternationalAcademic Studies (DIAS) in additionto your degree. Your year of study will alsocontribute towards your UlsterEDGE award. It is important that you know thatif you fail your semester or yearof study abroad then you may bewithdrawn from your course.Find out moreUlster University – Direct ts/non-european-exchangeE. studyabroad@ulster.ac.uk26The steel that arrived in SanFrancisco to build the Golden GateBridge was coated in a burnt red andorange shade of primer to protect itfrom corrosive elements. Consultingarchitect Irving Morrow found thathe preferred the vivid hue of theprimer to more conventional paintchoices such as carbon black andsteel gray. The “international orange”color was not only visible in the fog,but it complemented the naturaltopography of the surrounding hillsand contrasted well with the coolblues of the bay and the sky. Morrowultimately selected the bold primercolor, intended to be temporary,to coat the bridge. (The customformula, manufactured by SherwinWilliams, is no secret. It can be foundon the bridge’s web site.)27
You can study at variouslocalities across the worldthrough the DirectExchange programme, or oneof our Short Programmes.BEEN THERE, DONE THATThe rest ofthe worldDirectExchangeWhat is the Direct Exchangeprogramme?The Direct Exchange programme providesyou with the opportunity to study at oneof Ulster University’s partner institutions inArgentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile,Hong Kong and Venezuela.What makes the DirectExchange programmespecial?The Direct Exchange programme is special as: It allows you to apply directly to the Universityor College in a location of your choice28 All partner institutions areof excellent quality The application is not competitive.Can I apply?You can apply if: You are on a course at Ulster Universitythat allows you to study abroad for onesemester or an academic year11 You have the approval of yourCourse Director You have passed all your modulesat Ulster.Where can I study?You can study at any partner universitythat has a signed exchange agreement withUlster University. Some partnerships may besubject linked.11 You must be registered on a four year course if you are applyingfor a full year of study abroadSarah Bond,BSc Hons Marine ScienceStudied abroad at the Universityof New South Wales, Sydney‘I am so happy to have had theopportunity to study for a yearabroad in Australia. I undertooknew modules to expand myknowledge around my degree,have travelled around a countryI’ve never been to, and madesome of the best friends whichwill remain with me. It was easyto make friends living in studentapartments on campus, there areso many exchange students inthe exact same position you arein - who want to make friends too.There’s an abundance of things todo in Australia during weekendsand holidays.My advice to anyone thinkingabout going on an exchange year- do it! Put in all the work duringterm time, appreciate the newknowledge you’re gaining - andwhen it comes to holidays youcan reward yourself with havinga great time with new friends,exploring an amazing country.’SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGEDID YOU KNOW?Only twenty one percent (21%) of thesteel used to build the harbour bridgewas sourced from Australia. The otherseventy nine percent (79%) of thesteel used in building the bridge wasimported from England.29
How much will it cost?TUITION FEESAs a Direct Exchange student you will notpay tuition fees to your host institution. Ifyou study abroad for the academic year youwill pay the intercalary fee to Ulster.Talampaya Canyon, ArgentinaIf you study abroad for one sem
study* at a college or university abroad as part of your degree at Ulster. It is the ideal opportunity to experience a di!erent way of living and learning. You will come back to Ulster with · More confidence · A network of new friends · Experience of a di!erent country and culture
