University of Surrey
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The University of Surrey is an international university with a worldwide reputation for excellence in teaching and research. It is one of the UK鈥檚 top scientific and technological universities.
Based out of a beautiful lakeside campus, the University is a ten minute walk from Guildford town centre听and just 35 minutes by train into central London.
Semester dates
| UQ Semester | Host Semester | Dates |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 (Spring) | 贵别产谤耻补谤测鈥揓耻苍别 |
| Semester 2 | Semester 1 (Autumn) | 厂别辫迟别尘产别谤鈥揓补苍耻补谤测/贵别产谤耻补谤测 |
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Guides and additional information
Surrey has online resources to help get the most out of your exchange:
- Exchange Factsheet (PDF, 2.5 MB)
- with information on campus life, sporting facilities, clubs and societies
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Applications close: 31 October
Student testimonials
- B Health SciencesSemester 1, 2024
I gained confidence in myself to be able to adapt to new situations and environments alone.
- M Tourism, Hotel and Event ManagementSemester 2, 2019
- B Business Management/International Hotel & Tourism ManagementSemester 1, 2019
Make the most of this once in a lifetime opportunity and make as many friends as possible!
Full-time study load
60 credits at Surrey is equivalent to 8 UQ units.
You are not permitted to study fewer than 60 credits at Surrey.
Host university requirements
GPA
You will need a minimum cumulative GPA of 4.6 to study at Surrey.
Study Options
You must choose one admission programme from the available list and take 50% of courses within the chosen programme and same year level. Further details are outlined in the Additional Academic Information section below.
Semester Restrictions
Postgraduate exchange at Surrey is available for single-semester exchange only.
Note: Host university eligibility criteria are at the discretion of the host and may change without notice.听听
Find courses
Search the if courses do not appear in the database.
Ensure you search for the correct level of courses - see "Additional Academic Information" below for more detail.
UQ Credit Precedent Database
The first step is to review the host university's most recent course catalogue and identify the courses available to exchange students in the semester you plan to attend (e.g. Fall/Spring or Semester 1/Semester 2).
Once you have identified suitable courses, you can search the to check whether any of those courses have previously been assessed for UQ credit.
Please note:
- Always use the host university course catalogue to identify available courses. The CPD should only be used to check whether those courses have previously been assessed for UQ credit.
- The CPD is a guide only and does not represent the full or current range of courses available at a host institution.
- Previous credit assessments may have expired or no longer reflect the current course content.
- Courses that do not appear in the CPD can still be considered for UQ credit through the Study Plan assessment process.
Study areas taught in English
Academic restrictions
Additional academic information
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Applications close: 31 October
Accommodation
Exchange students are eligible to apply for , but it is not guaranteed. Visit Surrey's accommodation webpage to explore the university housing options or use the University of Surrey Lettings service to search for private accommodation.听
Cost of living
The University of Surrey provides a guide of that students can expect to encounter while on exchange.听
The Which?听听is also a useful tool to help you create a budget and manage your finances while studying in the UK.
Financial support
A range of funding for student exchange including scholarships, grants and loans are available to UQ students.
Students studying at the University of Surrey can apply for a . BUTEX offers a number of 拢500 scholarships to students studying on exchange at member institutions.
Insurance
Students approved to participate in a Semester-based Exchange are automatically covered by UQ鈥檚 Travel Insurance for the country of their host university only.
For more information, read the Student Travel Insurance Policy Summary on (login required).
If you plan to travel outside of your host country, you should purchase additional insurance.
Information relating to NHS entitlements can be found on the .听
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Applications close: 31 October
Organise your visa
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences team is not a visa-issuing authority we cannot provide visa advice.
Surrey provides for incoming exchange students.
Contact the听听for more visa information.
Travel risk levels
麻豆传媒高清 cannot and does not allow students to travel to any country with (Reconsider your need to travel) or above, as assessed by the Australian Government.
If a country's risk level changes to 3 or above, experiences to that country are suspended until the risk level improves.
Find out the risk level and travel advice, and sign up to receive updates for your host country on the .
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Applications close: 31 October