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Information for Your Year Abroad in2016-2017

21 October 2015

Original Thinking Applied

Your Year Abroad in 2016-17

• Meetings

• Destinations

• Things to consider

• Making a decision

• Application process

Meetings

Two further meetings:-

Wednesday 9 March 201614.00 onwards – B3 AMBS East

run by final year and exchange students

Pre-departureWednesday 11 May 2016

15.30 – 5:30 B10 AMBS East

DESTINATIONSEUROPE• Aalto University School of Economics, Helsinki, Finland• Stockholm Business School, Stockholm, Sweden• Uppsala University, Sweden• Lund University, Sweden• NHH, Bergen, Norway• Copenhagen Business School, Denmark• RSM, Erasmus, Rotterdam, Netherlands• Vrije University, Amsterdam, Netherlands• University of Economics, Prague, Czech Republic• Universitat St Gallen, Switzerland • University of Mannheim, Germany• WU Wien, Vienna, Austria• IESEG Lille, France• EM, Strasbourg, France• Bocconi University, Milan, Italy • ESADE, Barcelona, Spain• University Carlos III, Madrid, Spain

DESTINATIONS

OUTSIDE EUROPE• University of Auckland, New Zealand• University of Otago, New Zealand• University of Melbourne, Australia • University of Queensland, Australia• University of Sydney, Australia• UNSW, Sydney, Australia• University of Western Australia, Australia• Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong• The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong • HKUST Business School, Hong Kong• National University of Singapore, Singapore• Singapore Management University, Singapore

• Aalto University School of Business, Helsinki, Finland

• Formerly Helsinki School of Economics• One of the top business schools in Europe• School professionally run, and enthusiastic in welcoming and looking

after exchange students• Unique cultural experience, well placed for Russia/Baltic States etc.• Amazing trips organised to Russia, Sweden, Estonia and skiing in

Lapland • “A sentence does not do such a wonderful experience justice”

• Stockholm University Business School, Sweden

• Beautiful city with rich cultural heritage and nightlife• Fairly cheap flights from the UK, but cost of living can be high• Innovative courses available, often working with major companies e.g.

Volvo• Amazing social life in Stockholm• “Stockholm is a blast, an incredible experience and an amazing city,

Stockholm has been a wonderful place to spend a year abroad but it’s the people you meet on exchange who make it so unforgettable”

• Lund University, Lund, Sweden

• Founded in 1666. An international centre for research and education • Huge student population – approximately 46,000• A real student town in the Oxbridge style – you will have a bike!• 40 minutes from Copenhagen and still nearer to Malmo• Excellent ‘Nation/Buddy’ system in place where students have access to

cheap food/drinks• Teaching modular, two courses per term over 4 terms• “Intense, over the top, crazy experience that is not to be missed - a

great year with great people in a great country which I wouldn’t have discovered if MBS hadn’t sent me here!”

• Uppsala University, Sweden

• Uppsala University is known as the Swedish Oxford/Cambridge • Uppsala has a large student community (approx 25,000) in a beautiful

student town in the Oxbridge style• Similar to Lund• Excellent ‘Nation/Buddy’ system in place where students have access

to cheap food/drinks• You will almost certainly own a bike here!• 40 minutes to Stockholm where Nobel prizes are awarded• “10 countries, 10 months, 1 amazing experience - I have met friends

for life after the craziest, busiest and most amazing year”

• NHH, Bergen, Norway

• NHH was formed in 1936 and is the largest and most prestigious centre for research and education within the fields of economics and business administration in Norway

• Large student community• Opportunity to take subjects from the University of Bergen• World heritage site, spectacular setting• Winter sports• Cost of living can be high but our students say a student loan and the

Erasmus grant is enough to get by • “A great experience that I enjoyed from start to finish! I don't want to

leave!”

• Copenhagen Business School, Denmark

• One of largest and highest ranked business schools in Europe • Very convenient for travel from UK• CBS has exchange agreements with 360+ universities and business schools around the world, half of which are European and offers more than 200 courses taught in English• Cost of living can be high• Cycling is a must• No language issues whatsoever – English widely spoken and

understood• “It has been the most wonderful and mind blowing year in my life”

• Erasmus University, Rotterdam, Netherlands

• A top-ranked European business school• Excellent links to industry, possibility of organising internships through

school• Very large exchange programme, which gives opportunities to meet

students from all over the world• Rotterdam offers an excellent social scene and is located only 40

minutes from Amsterdam• Very convenient for the UK• “Even though Dr. Seuss said ‘Don’t cry because its over, smile because it

happened!’ – I will disagree and definitely shed a tear or two at the end of this amazing year!!”

• Vrije University, Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Beautiful city with famous nightlife• Cultural, historical and social aspects to Amsterdam• Convenient and cheap for travel from UK• Very strong Business Administration and Economics Faculty• University housing is offered if you apply on time - private

accommodation very limited and pricey• A bicycle is a must • “A great life experience and so much fun – I even learnt something!”

• University of St Gallen, Switzerland

• One of the best business schools in Europe• One hour from Zurich, close to Germany, well placed for European travel• Exchange programme with over 100 partner universities• Very pretty town, with lots of snow sporting opportunities• German not essential but is helpful - classes offered before and

throughout semester• St Gallen is not part of the Erasmus scheme but Switzerland has

provided a scholarship grant in 14/15 for CHF360 (295 Euros) per month. This will be agreed on an annual basis.

• “An amazing year in a top rated university during which I was able to meet great people, do a lot of outdoor activities and travel all around Europe - once you visit you will not want to leave, truly amazing experience, truly amazing place”

• University of Mannheim, Germany

• Outstanding business school, a real pioneer in the German system• University located within Mannheim Castle, very well organised and active• In almost every set of ratings in Germany, Mannheim Business School is

ranked national number one • Great position for travel around central Europe, located between Frankfurt

and Stuttgart• Opportunity to learn or improve German skills• “This is one of the greatest years of my life, full of amazing new

experiences, new acquaintances and great memories that I will remember forever”

• University of Economics, Czech Republic

• VŠE is the leading university in the field of management and economics in the Czech Republic

• Prague has been the political, cultural, and economic centre of the Czech state for over 1000 years and the city is home to nearly 1.2 million people

• Flying time from the UK just under 2 hours with many budget airlines• Borders with Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Poland• “A year where I learnt a lot, partied a lot, met friends from around the world

and most importantly, a year that I will never forget and will never be able to beat - would not have changed one minute of it!”

• Vienna University of Economics and Business Administration, Austria

• Beautiful historic and cultural city, well placed to explore central/Eastern Europe

• Brand new University campus opened in 2013• Teaching very hands on, some intensive short courses run by external consultants• Huge exchange programme, and a great buddy network• German not required but opportunities to study the language • “A wonderful and challenging journey of discovering new cultures and

places, new interests and goals, new people, new friends and a new me”

• iéseg School of Management, Lille, France

• Historic city with beautiful buildings, shopping and restaurants• Easy access from the UK on Eurostar – Paris one hour away and Brussels 20

minutes• One of the top business schools in France• Good induction programme• Small classes, little essay work, lots of presentations• This exchange is with the Lille campus only• “The most incredible year at one of Europe’s best business schools in one of

Europe’s best cities, with extensive travel opportunities and it was the most wonderful, life changing experience which I will treasure forever!!”

• EM Strasbourg Business School, Université de Strasbourg, France

• Beautiful city with cultural heritage of Alsace • Near German border so a mix of both French and German influences• Home of the European Parliament and European Court of Human

Rights• Very well run School with good range of courses• Excellent Erasmus society for social events• TGV - only two hours to Paris• Offers the opportunity to take the Diploma in European Management• “Unbelievable, met some very special people and had an amazing

experience!”

• Bocconi University, Milan, Italy

• Milan is the fashion capital of the world and the economic capital for Italians

• Second largest city in Italy• Bocconi very highly placed in international rankings of universities• Students must take the ‘attending’ option• 4 week Italian course pre-registration available (Erasmus funding may

be available)• “Truly amazing, inspiring and life changing; I have learnt so much, gained

so much confidence and enjoyed every single second… É la dolce vita!”

• ESADE Business School

• ESADE business school is one of the top three business schools in Spain, and is among the top 10 business schools in Europe

• The business school became one of only four European Schools to have EQUIS, AMBA and AACSB triple accreditation

• Second largest city in Spain where both Catalan and Spanish is spoken• The undergraduate programmes are taught on the Sant Cugat campus, 15km

(25 minutes) from the centre of Barcelona• “My time is Barcelona was filled with sun, colour, laughter, art and love for

the city and the people I met”

• Universidad Carlos III de Madrid – new in 2014/15• Based just 20 minutes by train from the centre of the capital city Madrid• Madrid is a major centre for international business and commerce and is

one of the largest centres for finance in Europe• The university is ranked first in Spain for research competitiveness• Small lecture and seminar class sizes• Specialises in finance, accounting, economics and business administration• Madrid enjoys more cloudless days than almost any other city in Europe• “All is well in Madrid ……. the city is absolutely beautiful and the nightlife

is incredible. I am so thankful for being able to come to Madrid out of all the universities on offer, from the easy going lifestyle to the amazing food, it is definitely is the best fit for me.”

• University of Auckland, New Zealand

• Pre-eminent university in NZ• Campus located in the centre, allowing participation in cosmopolitan

Auckland city life• Founded in 1883, Auckland is now the country’s largest university with

38,500 students• Affordable cost of living/accommodation similar to Manchester• Consider costs of flights• Academic year reversed - early start July and long vacation Nov/Dec-Feb• Students must have a first year average of 55% or above to be eligible• “An absolutely awesome experience and a brilliant opportunity to really

experience New Zealand - seriously thinking about deferring a year to stay longer”

• University of Otago

• Oldest university in New Zealand with 20,000+ students• Highly ranked and the most internationally-oriented of NZ universities• Located on stunning South Island• Queenstown (bungie jumping, sky diving, clubs, skiing) is only 3 hours

away• Dunedin renowned for student social life• The most distant of our exchange partners• Academic year reversed - early start July and long vacation Nov/Dec-Feb• Students must have a first year average of 55% or above to be eligible• “A year so perfect, it could almost be fiction.”

• University of Melbourne, Australia

• One of the Group of Eight top Australian universities with an excellent business school consistently ranked at No 1

• A great cultural city, with a strong European feel • Great opportunities to travel within Australia/NZ and further afield• Accommodation expensive – cheaper to find your own• Part time work pays well• Academic year reversed – early start (July) but summer holidays free

(Nov/Dec-Feb)• Students must have a first year average of 55% or above to be eligible• “You always think people are exaggerating when they talk about the “best

year of their lives”, this really was!!”

• University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia

• One of the Group of Eight top Australian universities• Picturesque campus by river• Tropical climate, and access to Gold and Sunshine Coasts• Great opportunities to travel within Australia/NZ and further afield• Students have recommended finding their own private

accommodation• Academic year reversed – early start (July) but summer holidays free

(Nov/Dec-Feb)• Students must have a first year average of 55% or above to be eligible• “I expected the year of my life and I got that and more - legitimately

the best thing I’ve ever done, Brisbane is the place to be”

• University of Sydney, Australia

• One of the Group of Eight top Australian universities• The oldest Australian university, with many historic buildings on campus• Students usually find their own accommodation• Part time work pays well• Academic year reversed– early start (July) but summer holidays free

(Nov/Dec-Feb)• Students must have a first year average of 55% or above to be eligible• “An unforgettable experience that I would recommend to anyone; Sydney

is an incredible city and I was lucky enough to spend a year there, mostly at the beach!”

• UNSW, Sydney, Australia

• One of the Group of Eight top Australian universities• A modern campus not far from Bondi and Coogee Beaches• Great opportunities to travel within Australia/NZ and further afield• Students recommend finding private housing• Part time work pays well• Academic year reversed– early start (July) but summer holidays free

(Nov/Dec-Feb)• Students must have a first year average of 55% or above to be eligible• “A million percent the best place to study abroad, if I didn’t have to come

back to Manchester, I wouldn’t”!

• UWA Business School, Perth, Australia

• One of the Group of Eight top Australian universities• EQUIS, AACSB accreditation• From Perth to Margaret River, 26 kms of white sandy beaches

with dolphins, penguins, whales & scuba diving• Bali – 3 hours, Singapore – 5 hours – cheap fares• Academic year reversed– early start (July) but summer holidays free

(Nov/Dec-Feb)• Students must have a first year average of 55% or above to be eligible• “A full year of just beautiful beaches, snorkelling, road-trips, and dolphins.

I’d say if you haven’t been to Australia, you’ve been nowhere”

• Chinese University of Hong Kong

• Start date late August• Located in New Territories (30 mins from HK city centre by direct train)• Bicultural but with strong Chinese influence – consistently ranked in the top

three in Hong Kong• Large and rapidly expanding international programme• Take advantage of the MBS Hong Kong Office – Alumni events organised very

frequently• Shared accommodation• “An unbelievable life-changing experience that went so fast it’s scary!”

• HKUST, Hong Kong

• Highly ranked university and school with an August start date• Strong US links in teaching and staffing – where East meets West• Accommodation (if offered) small and shared but economical• Stunning location on the harbour (30 mins by metro/bus from HK Island) • “Hong Kong is honestly one of the best, most vibrant cities in the world, it’s

been my home for a year, enabled me to travel and make some of the best friends someone could want - it’s given me the best year of my life. Hands down!”

• The University of Hong Kong

• The oldest university in Hong Kong• Classical colonial campus architecture • Very highly ranked• Located centrally (on HK island)• Strong Western/Anglophone tradition• Arrival late August - shared rooms if offered – housing is not

guaranteed• “1 year, miles away from home, only need to pass, in one of the most

exciting places on earth - I'll let you figure this one out...!”

• National University of Singapore

• Most established and top ranked university in Singapore - early start (Aug)

• Teaching very interactive, varied, and case-based, drawing on real life• Friendly and safe, with great opportunities for cheap travel across Asia• Apply on time to be given university accommodation• Students have often stayed for summer internships • “Studying in Singapore was the best year of my life; I made friends from

all across the world, travelled to more places than I would have imagined, experienced things from swimming with Whale Sharks to eating fried Crickets, all whilst finding enough time to study and pass in one of the top educational institutions in the world”

• Singapore Management University

• State-of-the-art facility in the heart of Singapore, but early start (Aug)• Flexible, US-influenced teaching style, featuring innovation and creativity• Friendly and safe, with great opportunities for cheap travel across Asia• Students on exchange at SMU generally find private accommodation - can

be similar to Manchester but good facilities and you may need to be prepared to have to have a guarantor over 21

• Be prepared for the ‘bidding system’ to register for courses• Students have often stayed for summer internships and returned to work

after graduation• “Pool parties, roof-top bars, wall to wall sunshine, 5 day weekends,

chopstick pro, weekend trips to Bali/Full Moon Parties = The Singaporean Bachelor Lifestyle – to have the whole of South East Asia on your doorstep while still studying in a country that is so fun and easy to live in was the perfect year abroad experience”

WORLD’S TOP TEN MOST LIVABLE CITIES – 6 ON IM

• 1. Melbourne, Australia• 2. Vienna, Austria• 3. Vancouver, Canada• 4. Toronto, Canada• 5. Adelaide, Australia • 6. Calgary, Canada• 7. Sydney, Australia• 8. Helsinki, Finland• 9. Perth, Australia• 10. Auckland, New Zealand

The EIU's Global Liveability Ranking 2014

Available Online

Information for Third Year Abroad (today’s handout)Costs for 2016/17Workload RequirementsPowerpoint slidesButex Scholarship InformationApplication process via My Placement

Things to Consider

Information for Third Year Abroad Please read this document. It contains the following:• Partner University weblinks• Information on allocation and application processes• Accommodation for the year abroad and on return• Visa/study permits including information on ‘proof of support’, financial certification• Insurance/health cover costs and provision• Funding• Travel plans• Workload Requirements• Registration• Attendance and visits• International Team contact information

Things to Consider

Fees, Funding and Costs

Academic Fees for 2016/17

• Home/EU students - The standard tuition fees for a ‘home’ student studying abroad for the full year is £1,350. There is additional help available from the university for students taking a study-abroad year, if the student comes from a low-income household.

• International – Half the University of Manchester fee

• Registration – you will need to complete registration at The University of Manchester

• Student Loans/travel awards via Student Finance – students will need to apply to the relevant organisation depending on where they are from ie England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland - https://www.gov.uk/travel-grants-students-england/what-youll-get

• Contact Student Services for further advice on other funding

Things to Consider

• Proof of evidence of financial support may be required for some visa processes

• Accommodation, health/insurance cover, visas, books, travel, food etc.

• Erasmus Funding - You must attend an additional meeting (in May) to receive documentation for applying for funding. This is organised by IPO (International Programmes Office) and not the MBS International Team. Failure to submit the appropriate paperwork will affect your application for funds. Further details to follow

• Please see separate ‘Costs’ sheet for further information and note that this information is subject to confirmation

Things to Consider

Scholarships and Grants – decided on an annual basis

• HONG KONG - The Scholarships for ExcellenceStudy Exchange Opportunities in Hong Kong for UK StudentsConfirmed on an annual basis. The scheme is open to UK passport holders and enables UG students from higher education institutions in England to spend a semester or full year at a higher education institution in Hong Kong. A minimum of ten scholarships awarded each year, with each scholarship worth up to £4,000.

• SINGAPORE - The Duo-Singapore Fellowship is awarded by the Singapore Ministry of Foreign Affairs to promote student exchanges between European and Asian (Asia-Europe Meeting ASEM) member countries. The Award, based on merit, is for a pair of exchanges between a university in Singapore and its respective partner university in Europe in any academic field. Each successful student will be awarded a maximum of 4,000 Euros

• BUTEX Scholarship – A limited number of £500 travel scholarships awarded for UK students studying abroad in a non-European destination - apply January to May

• You need to be prepared to complete lengthy applications and ensure that

applications are submitted on time

Things to Consider

INSURANCE – HEALTH CARE

• The University of Manchester provides Travel Insurance cover for University of Manchester students undertaking study placements. The Travel Insurance will provide cover for emergency medical treatment. The policy will cover students for up to two weeks either side of the official start and end dates of the exchange

• You may also have to purchase compulsory health insurance at the host institution especially out of the EU. Costs vary so check websites for further information.

• Non EU students may be required to purchase compulsory health insurance at EU institutions

• Information on health costs on UG Intranet under Exchanges for IM and IMABS:-• https://ughandbook.portals.mbs.ac.uk/Myprogramme/ExchangesforIMandIMABS.aspx

Occasionally the host institution may accept the University of Manchester Insurance in place of health cover but this is rare. It is your responsibility to see whether this waiver is possible

Things to Consider

Accommodation

• Accommodation varies across destinations• University Halls of Residence or Private• Not always guaranteed• If you have to find your own accommodation – you should be given some

guidance/assistance with this by the host institution• Accommodation often offered in shared rooms, particularly out of Europe• If you can apply for University Halls, do it as soon as you are sent the

information. Often allocated on a first come, first served basis. Accommodation can often be taken up within a couple of hours of it being offered online

Things to ConsiderSupport

Additional support while you are abroad – You should declare any disability or medical condition (including mental ill-health conditions) and register with the DSO at:DSO, 2nd Floor of University Place, Block 2. – 0161 275 7512http://www.dso.manchester.ac.uk/

With your permission, we can advise the partner University of support that is in place for you at Manchester and request that you receive support from the DSO at the host institution

Attitudes to disabilities vary in different countries and MBS is not able to guarantee that all recommendations can be put in place for you

Things to Consider

Visa & Immigration Requirements

• Visa processes vary so check the appropriate websites for further information

• Visas will incur extra costs• You may be asked to produce medical certificates and/or attend for a

medical check-up• NON-EU STUDENTS – May need to apply for residence permits/visas

before arrival for European destinations• Your passport

- The recommendation of the IPS (Identity and Passport Service) is that your passport is still valid for a minimum of six months at return date - It must be in a good condition and should have some blank pages

Things to ConsiderWorkload Requirements

• Course choices – what kind of courses are offered• How many to take• Courses taken on the year abroad will not count as pre-

requisites for MBS final year courses• You need to pass your second year in order to proceed to

the year abroad• Refer to your IM Workload Requirements document for

further information on what is required during the year abroad

• You will probably have to choose your courses as part of your application process

Things to Consider

Travel Plans

Do not make any travel plans until you have had an acceptance from the University and you have obtained your visa Check your visa date to know when you are able to arrive in the country

Proof of English Language Proficiency Test if English is not first language.

It may be necessary to provide proof of English Language qualifications as part of the application ie IELTS, TOEFL etc

Making a Decision

• You are expected to attend the International Fair after this meeting to meet exchange and final year students

• Think carefully about all your choices - fifth and sixth choices are as important as your first and second

• Consider what you hope to gain from your host institution – large/small campus, travel opportunities, sporting activities, societies

• Think about costs and distance from home• Think about the language of the country• For further information visit My Placements and the Online Undergraduate

Handbook• Fact sheets, institution websites, feedback, insurance and information on

extra health costs, forms and helpful information• Up to date information on partner institutions can be found online at each

University website

Making a Decision

“Uppsala by far was the best choice ever to study abroad. Despite initial hesitation of going to a place that wasn’t in my top three, I can safely say it was the best decision. Amazing people, amazing social life, amazing city.”

Amardeep Bahia – IM

Making a Decision

The allocation of places is a difficult decision and it will be based on the following factors:-

• Ensuring that students take up places across all our partner institutions

• Aiming to allocate students to as high a preference as possible based on the ranking

• Taking into consideration first year average mark (before resits)

• Taking into account your personal statement

Making a Decision

• You will need to complete your application via My Placement.

• You will rank your preferences of institutions.

• You will produce a ‘statement’ of around 500 words outlining what you hope to gain from the year abroad both personally and academically but not naming institutions.

Making a DecisionIMPORTANT

Deadline for applications via My Placement is:12.00noon Tuesday 10th November 2015

at the latest

Any delays may affect your destination

PLEASE READ ALL DOCUMENTATION THOROUGHLYAND

CHECK YOUR UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER EMAILS

Your Host Institution Application Process

• You will be informed of your destination by the end of November at the latest• The International Team will then nominate you to the host institution• The application process will then commence. This varies according to

institution but you will receive an email with instructions on how to apply from either MBS or from the host institution. Some applications can be long and will require you to dedicate time to this

• Your application will need to be approved and accepted by the host partner• Remember where English is not your first language, you may be asked for proof

of language ability ie IELTS or TOEFEL so check as soon as possible so you have enough time to take the appropriate test if you need to

• You must be pro-active in responding to all emails and filling in forms as missing deadlines may jeopardise your place at the host institution. Responding late could also affect your allocation to courses, housing and visas

• For applications to institutions in Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Hong Kong, you need to start as soon as you receive the application information. It can be a lengthy process and you have early starts – July/August

Your Host Institution Application Process

• Documentation that may be required as part of your application:

- Alliance MBS First Year Transcript- Alliance MBS Reference Letter

The MBS International Team will provide you with first year transcripts and a reference letter from your Programme Director, if required

• The International Team is here to guide and support you through the process but is not responsible for completing the application for you

• Please check your University of Manchester emails on a regular basis

Items of Concern taken from Feedback• Accommodation, Housing - Not having enough information on housing - Not all

accommodation is guaranteed. If you are offered housing and you have not applied on time, you may not receive university housing and you will have to find your own

Signing a housing contract for the year then deciding you want to live in private in semester two – remember a contract is a legal document

If you have to look for private accommodation, please look at the feedback from previous students on the UG Intranet and refer to the host institution for further help and guidance

• Method of Teaching, Workload - Intense schedules, workload, expectations relating to input and attendance, difference in the method of teaching, bell curve marking

• Costs - Additional costs for extras, sundries etc. This could cover local transport, sports facilities, library, printing etc. Remember you do not pay academic fees but ancillary costs are often compulsory.

The cost of living - consider the exchange rate

• Visas – not having enough information. We are not allowed to give out visa information in case this changes so you should refer to the country websites for visa information or be guided by the host partner

Contact Information

For any questions visit Undergraduate Services in D20 AMBS EastOpening hours 10.00 am – 4.00 pm

Dr Jiajia Liu – Programme DirectorMBS East– Room E14Telephone: 0161 306 3523– Email: jiajia.liu@mbs.ac.uk

Check your emails every day!!

And finally…

Good luck with your second year and make sure you work hard

to pass the year!!