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Study or work abroad

Most undergraduate courses will recognise and support opportunities to study or work abroad through the Turing Scheme, which is the UK Government's replacement programme for Erasmus+ following Brexit.

"I know that by studying abroad I have increased my employability as well as begun to build my international professional network" – Alberto Mendes BSc (Hons) International Business with Business Experience, studied abroad in France.

Why study abroad?

The decision to study abroad can be life changing – you'll get to travel, make friends from all over the world, learn a new language, improve your self-confidence and significantly improve your employability. Fewer than 8% of UK students currently study abroad as part of their degree, so this kind of experience will put you among an elite group of enterprising students.

But isn't it expensive? Not at all:

  • Kingston students never pay tuition fees to the host university.
  • Students who go abroad for a full year get a significant tuition fee reduction.
  • All students going abroad receive a Turing Grant to assist with the costs of living abroad. There is also a means-tested travel grant available.
  • Many of our destinations have a lower cost of living than Kingston.

Where can I study abroad?

As part of the Turing Scheme, students can apply to study abroad at any of our partner universities as long as they have been approved for their subject areas. We have partners in over 30 countries, spanning five continents.

Where can I go to work abroad?

If you secure a work placement anywhere outside the UK and it is recognised by your faculty, you could be eligible to receive a Turing Grant. This is awarded in addition to any salary offered by your employer. Depending on your course and faculty approval, your overseas work placement may be incorporated into an international study exchange year or simply be a stand-alone work placement during a summer break or your third year. 

Where can I find out more?

Read what our past students say about studying abroad.

If you're already studying at Kingston, find out more on My Kingston (go to My Support, then the International section).

Shorter-term overseas field trips and other opportunities may also be available on your course.

Contact us

Study Abroad International Learning Office
Tel: +44 (0)20 8417 6563
Email us

Contact us

Study Abroad International Learning Office
Tel: +44 (0)20 8417 6563
Email us

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