International Activities
   





 

Welcome to International Learning – Your gateway to the world!

 

     

The application deadline for SMU Exchange in Japan has been extended until February 10, 2012!

See a list of partner universities in Japan

See the application information

See the FAQ

 

     

Attention!!! Atlantic Canadian students, especially those in the Sobey School of Business and in foreign language programs! Go on exchange and qualify for a $12,500 Homburg International Mobility Award!

Saint Mary's semester year exchange opportunities

Saint Mary's exchange program application

International Mobility Awards

     

To view our 2011 Study Abroad Calendar, click here!

Thank you to all those who submitted great photos!

The 2012 Calendars are coming soon!

 

Congratulations on making an important step to visit our International Learning website.

Saint Mary's University believes that exposure to other cultures is an important part of a university education. Graduates with cross-cultural experience will be equipped with international competence and well placed to participate in today’s demanding global society. Thus, as a Saint Mary's student you are encouraged to take advantage of on-campus opportunities and to undertake a part of your study in another country or another part of Canada to gain such experience.

Sarah Wilbur, El Salvador

 

Are you interested?

Top 10 Items on Your To-Do List

  1. Define your goals
  2. Research opportunities
  3. Meet your academic advisor
  4. Make a long-term study plan
  5. Take language courses
  6. Maintain good grades
  7. Ask for advice from professors
  8. Get involved in relevant extra-curricular activities
  9. Keep up with international news
  10. Be open-minded!

 

After you review our website, send your questions to:

Miyuki Arai, Project Manager – International Mobility

Office of International Activities

E: mobility.international@smu.ca

T: 902-496-8725        

F: 902-420-5530

O: The Oaks Building

www.facebook.com/IAO.SMU

 

International programs may take the form of a semester or year-long residence at another institution, summer program, or a volunteer opportunity. Most programs are open to students from any academic program of study. Credits earned from these programs are applicable to the extent that they fulfill the requirements of each student's own degree program.

 

Plan well in advance! You must allow time to make academic, logistical, financial, and travel arrangements.  The more thorough your research is, the more successful your experience will be.

 

 

 

What you should know:

  • Students should complete 30 credit hours before leaving
  • Programs are offered in 18 countries
  • Many courses are offered in English
  • Some funding may be available

 

 

     

     News and upcoming deadlines


  • The application deadlines for SMU Exchange 2012-2013 are February 10 (extended), 2012 (Japanese exchange) and February 10, 2012 (All others).
  • The next application deadline for the Homburg and the AVP/SMUSA International Mobility Awards is March 15, 2012 (for activities from September 2012 - August 2013)

What did former study abroad students say about their experiences? Hear their testimonials.

Here are some SMUtube clips related to study abroad experience:

 

Here is what they said…

Top 10 Reasons to Study Abroad

  1. Have fun!
  2. Invest in your future!
  3. Earn Saint Mary’s credits!
  4. See the world from a new perspective!
  5. Build your resumé!
  6. Immerse yourself in a new culture!
  7. Make lifelong friends!
  8. Develop fluency in another language!
  9. Learn about yourself!
  10. Enrich your academic studies

 

Snapshots from 2006-07 Study Abroad Students!

 

Snapshots from 2007-08 Study Abroad Students!

 


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