Application process

The student contacts the Study Abroad Office to get information about study abroad opportunities and obtains a “serious interest” application form - DOC 116.5 KB and learning agreement form - DOC 102.5 KB please email exchanges@beds.ac.uk
The student completes (marks three partner institutes in favoured order) and returns the application forms to the International Office.
The student contacts their Field Manager to enquire if an exchange would be appropriate for their degree programme and academic level.
Availability of University of Bedfordshire-equivalent course units at the partner institute checked by University Study Abroad staff.
The student receives offer of a Study Abroad place or their application is rejected.
If accepted, the student completes partner application forms including accommodation choice and, for Canadian partners, a health and financial check.
The student returns application forms to the International Office (Luton campus LRC).
Forms checked and sent to partner university.
Application forms processed by partner university.
For exchanges in Canada, students obtain student visa application forms from relevant embassy.
Following acceptance by Canadian partner, student is sent 'IAP66' or equivalent documentation.
Student takes 'IAP66' with visa application form, passport, photos, fee etc. to relevant embassy.
If visa application is successful, student receives visa.
Student prepares for departure to the selected country.