Welcome to KPU's Study Abroad home page. We are committed to enhancing the student experience through international learning opportunities. KPU is a part of a vibrant and diverse international network that prepares students for global success, On this page, you will find information on the various study-abroad opportunities available to students at KPU.

INTERESTED in a Study Abroad Program? 
Email internationalprograms@kpu.ca

Exchange: Current Students

Exchange

An international learning experience goes outside of the classroom. Not only does this give more insight into the world at large, but it looks great to future employers when they read your resume!

Summer Schools

Programs  about 2-6 weeks in length between May to August that are organized by a partner University or Organization.

Field Schools

Study outside of the traditional classroom setting with a group of other students. Beyond academic training, it's also a chance for you to receive hands-on experience in another country.

Step 1: Can I go on Exchange? Eligibility & Application Deadlines 

Deciding to go on exchange

Eligibility Requirement for all:

To go on exchange you must:

  • have completed 24 university credits by the time you go on exchange (15 of those credits must have been completed at KPU). 
  • have a minimum GPA of 2.5 
  • Return to KPU after your exchange for a minimum of 9 credits*

*May not apply to all students. Exceptions to this requirement may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Step 2: Deciding Where to Go

Click here for a detailed search of our partner Universities: Outbound Exchange Destinations Home – KPU (moveonca.com) 

KPU International has active partnerships with over 40 institutions in Europe, Oceania, the Americas and Asia. We are committed to enhancing our international community and fostering cross-cultural experiences and learning opportunities. 

 

Oceania

AustraliaRockhamptonCentral Queensland University
AustraliaPerth, Mount Lawley, Joondalup, and BunburyEdith Cowan University
AustraliaMelbourneRoyal Melbourne Institute of Technology
AustraliaMelbourneSwinburne University of Technology
UMAP ConsortiumOceaniaConsortium that connects KPU students to 600 institutions via exchange semesters
FAQ List of destinations

Europe

AustriaViennaFHWien University of Applied Sciences Vienna
AustriaSt. PöltenNew Design University
BelgiumGhentGhent University
DenmarkHerning, Holstebro, Horsens, Randers, Silkeborg, Viborg, AarhusVIA University College
DenmarkAalborg, Hjørring, ThistedUniversity College of Northern Denmark (University College Nordjylland)*
EnglandLeedsLeeds Arts University
EnglandFarnham, Epsom, CanterburyUniversity for the Creative Arts
EnglandBurnley, Westlakes, CyprusUniversity of Central Lancashire
EnglandNottinghamNottingham Trent University
FinlandHelsinkiMetropolia University of Applied Sciences
FranceParis, Lyon, BordeauxINSEEC
FranceToulouseToulouse Business School
GermanyBerlinHTW Berlin
GermanyMunichUniversity of Applied Sciences Munich
GermanyGiessen, Friedberg, WetzlarUniversity of Applied Sciences Mittelhessen
GermanyRegensburgUniversity of Applied Sciences Regensburg
NetherlandsVlissingenHZ University of Applied Sciences
NetherlandsRotterdamRotterdam University of Applied Sciences
NetherlandsAmsterdamAmsterdam University of Applied Sciences
PolandWarsawSWPS University of Social Sciences and Humanities
ScotlandDundeeAbertay University
SpainBarcelonaElisava Barcelona School of Design and Engineering
SpainBarcelonaToulouse Business School
SwitzerlandBasel, Brugg/Windisch, Muttenz and OltenUniversity of Applied Sciences of Northwestern Switzerland

Americas

BrazilSão PauloMackenzie Presbyterian University (MPU)
BrazilBelo HorizontePontifical Catholic University of Minas Gerais
BrazilPorto AlegrePontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul
ColombiaCaliPontificia Universidad Javeriana - Cali
ColombiaBogotáPontificia Universidad Javeriana - Bogotá
Dominican RepublicSanto DomingoINTEC (Instituto Tecnológico de Santo Domingo)
MexicoGuanajuatoUniversidad de Guanajuato
MexicoSan Pedro Garza GarcíaUniversidad de Monterrey
Mexico

Jalisco: Guadalajara, Lagos de Moreno, Puerto Vallarta

Michoacan: La Piedad, Zamora, Uruapan

Queretaro: Santiago de Querétaro

Guanajuato: León

Colima: Colima

Nayarit: Tepic

Universidad del Valle de Atemajac (UNIVA)
PeruLimaUniversidad Peruana de Ciencias (UPC)
UruguayMontevideoUniversidad ORT Uruguay
UruguayMontevideoUniversidad Catolica de Uruguay
UMAP ConsortiumAmericasConsortium that connects KPU students to 600 institutions via exchange semesters
FAQList of destinations

Asia

ChinaGuangdongGuangdong University of Foreign Studies
Hong KongNorth PointHong Kong Shue Yan University (HKSYU)
JapanNagasakiNagasaki University of Foreign Studies
JapanNagoyaNagoya Gakuin University
JapanKyotoRyukoku University
JapanTokyoToyo University
South KoreaAnsanHanyang University (HYU) ERICA
South KoreaSeoulHankuk University of Foreign Studies
South KoreaSeoulKookmin University
TaiwanTaipeiShih Chien University
VietnamHo Chi MinhRoyal Melbourne Institute of Technology
UMAP Consortium AsiaConsortium that connects KPU students to 600 institutions via exchange semesters
FAQList of destinations

Step 3: Advising Appointment

1. Make an appointment on Advisor Connect  with your academic advisor to best understand what courses you need to graduate with your program and when is best to go abroad. You can also view details for your program on My Action Plan.

2. Attend a Study Abroad Advising Appointment to express your interest in studying abroad, get information, and ask questions to best plan and prepare your application. This is mandatory before the deadline of the application. 

 

Step 4: Submit an Outbound Exchange Application

  • All Applications must be completed in full and submitted by the deadline to be assessed and accepted. 
  • Students must pick a 1st AND 2nd choice institution as part of this application.
  • If there is competition for a term and destination, application will be ranked according to best fit (determined from the statement of interest and study plan), gpa, and reference letter.

Virtual Global Learning

Studying abroad virtually still allows you to connect with people from all over the world - Immerse yourself in an international classroom, learn about another country’s culture, and hone in on invaluable skills of learning/working in virtual teams.

CICAN Access to Global Learning Award

Global Buddy Program

Have you wanted to learn more about different cultures of the world but don’t have the time to go abroad? Join us to build a lifelong friendship that you will never forget!

Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL)

COIL

Did you know you can study with international peers around the world while registered in a KPU class? Register for one of the below elective courses.

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