Undergradute student Hewan Zewdu studying in the George Green library, University Park. November 5th 2021.

Study abroad

The majority of University of Nottingham students have the opportunity to have an international experience during their university career. Nottingham has 200 university partners in 40 different countries spanning six different continents across four different exchange programmes. These include Inter-campus exchange, International exchange and International summer schools.

Do you aspire to be a global graduate? Do you want to enhance your employability while travelling the world? Do you dream of having an international career? If yes, then studying or working abroad during your degree can help you on your way.

Undergradute student Hewan Zewdu studying in the George Green library, University Park. November 5th 2021.

What is study abroad?

Study abroad gives students an opportunity to apply to study or work in another country during their degreeThe duration of your study abroad experience could range from one week to one year. This will depend on the programme you apply for, and the course you are studying.

 “My decision to study abroad was without a doubt one of the best decisions I have ever made, and I am confident the skills, experiences and friendships I obtained in Malaysia will last a lifetime.”

Emily, BSc International Management

University of Nottingham Malaysia

What are the benefits of studying abroad with Nottingham?

Discover your inner confidence as you settle into a new culture, make friends, step outside your comfort zone, connect and collaborate, and showcase your resilience.

Studying abroad can help you:

  • become more employable*
  • stand out from the crowd
  • gain key skills such as problem-solving, responsibility, independence, and leadership
  • expand your knowledge of your academic subject
    have an adventure of a lifetime
  • find out who you are and what you are capable of

*2019 International Education Report: Gone International Mobility Works. Report on the 2017-18 graduating cohort. Universities UK International.

Undergradute student Hewan Zewdu studying in the George Green library, University Park. November 5th 2021.

What opportunities are available?

 “You will never regret going, but you could regret not going. A year abroad is not just about studying in another university; travelling and settling in another country, it is an education in its own right.”

Chloe Gibbons. LLB Law with South East Asian Law

National University of Singapore

Study abroad with a difference

The University of Nottingham was the first UK university to open a branch campus overseas with the opening of our Malaysia Campus in 2000, followed by our China Campus in Ningbo in 2004.

We are proud to offer students diverse opportunities with our portfolio of

  • 200 partners in 40 different countries
  • spanning six different continents
  • across four different exchange programmes
Undergraduate student working on laptop in Lower Ground Floor of Portland Building