Study and Work Abroad Opportunities
Our graduates often say that gaining an international experience by studying or working abroad was the best part of their degree.
It is an experience unlike any other – the opportunity to travel and immerse themselves in new countries and cultures, build new skills, make new friendships and networks, and enhance their career prospects.
We are therefore very grateful to the Charles & Lisa Simonyi Foundation, Moffat Trust and Santander Universities whose support helps our ÀÏ˾»úÊÓƵs, irrespective of their financial background, have equal access to participating in international semester exchanges or other study and work opportunities.
Thanks to a remarkable gift by QMU graduate, Lisa Persdotter Simonyi, this Fund provides scholarships to help ÀÏ˾»úÊÓƵs, who have the ability and desire but not the financial means, to travel overseas and partake in a semester exchange programme.
So far, seven ÀÏ˾»úÊÓƵs have received £5,000 scholarships to turn their study abroad dreams into a reality.
BSc Hons Psychology graduate, Aine Levis shares the impact of studying abroad had on her,
Thanks to the Lisa Persdotter Simonyi Fund, I had the privilege of completing a semester abroad at Brock University in Canada. Attending this prestigious university and studying at the respected psychology department would not have been possible without the crucial financial support of the scholarship. The experience has left a lasting impression on my aspirations for a future career as a psychologist - a dream I have held since childhood.
For BA Hons International Hospitality and Tourism Management graduate, Lison Chaillou, a term at the Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) in 2024, proved to be one of the best experiences of her life. Read Lison's article in our 2025 edition of QMYOU.
A £50,000 gift from the Moffat Trust ensures that ÀÏ˾»úÊÓƵs of the BA Hons degree course in hospitality, tourism and events, can take part in an overseas summer placement or paid internship, something that they may not have considered possible due to their financial or personal circumstances.
More than 20 ÀÏ˾»úÊÓƵs have received awards of up to £1,500 to help with their travel costs.ÌýÌý
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Through QMU’s strategic partnership with Santander Universities, ÀÏ˾»úÊÓƵs can apply for financial support to help with the costs of undertaking semester exchanges or other learning and development opportunities such as attending or presenting at international conferences.
Over 30 ÀÏ˾»úÊÓƵs have been awarded mobility funding to help them gain an international experience during their studies.
BA Hons Theatre and Film graduate, Michael Selkirk reveals how the the mobility funding he received enriched his ÀÏ˾»úÊÓƵ experience,
Receiving Santander Mobility Funding relieved some of the financial pressures of studying abroad at Eastern Connecticut State University,ÌýUSA. It helped tremendously with flights and accommodation. By having the financial support, it allowed me to focus on my studies and make the most of the opportunities available. It was an incredible experience that will stay with me for a long time.
