Leeds Trinity University

As a Leeds Trinity University student, we will actively encourage you to spend time studying abroad.

You'll make new friends, develop new skills and have life-changing experiences. Students who spend time abroad gain a maturity and outlook that prospective employers love.

For most of our degrees, you have the option to spend a semester or year abroad at one of our partner universities as an outgoing exchange student.

To find out if you can complete an exchange opportunity, please check your course page to confirm.

Who can do a student exchange?

To participate in student exchange, you need to be a current undergraduate student studying at LTU and be on a course that allows an exchange opportunity as part of your degree.

For an application to be considered and approved, you must: 

Have a minimum 50%-year level average performance and good attendance and engagement
Submit a satisfactory supporting statement
Have approval from your personal tutor
Have no outstanding financial obligations owing to the University
Have successfully completed your preceding level of study (including the outcome of any reassessment).

Who to contact

Who is my Academic Exchange Advisor?	Email address	Subjects	How long can you study abroad
Antesar Shabut	A.Shabut@leedstrinity.ac.uk	Computer Science Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence Computer Science with Cyber Security Computer Science with Games Development	Full year or semester
Denis Kobzev	D.Kobzev@leedstrinity.ac.uk	Accounting and Business Accounting and Finance Business and Marketing Business Management Business Management and Law Digital Marketing International Business	Full year or semester
Joanna Adhikari	J.Adhikari@leedstrinity.ac.uk	Criminology Criminology and Sociology Criminology with Police Studies Policing and Investigation	Full year
Katherine Blair	K.Blair@leedstrinity.ac.uk	Broadcast and Digital Journalism	Full year
Katherine Blair	K.Blair@leedstrinity.ac.uk	Sports Journalism	Full year or semester
Kostas Maronitis	k.maronitis@leedstrinity.ac.uk	Digital Media Production Film Games Design Photography Television Production	Full year
Laura De Pretto	L.dePretto@leedstrinity.ac.uk	Counselling Psychology Forensic Psychology Psychology Psychology and Child Development Sport Psychology	Full year
Linda Walz	L.Walz@leedstrinity.ac.uk	English and Creative Writing	Full year or semester one
Joanna McDonald	J.McDonald@leedstrinity.ac.uk	Physical Education and School Sport Physical Education and Sports Coaching Sport and Exercise Sciences	Full year or semester
Stefano Ba	S.Ba@leedstrinity.ac.uk	Early Childhood Studies Education, Mental Health and SEND Philosophy, Ethics and Religion Working with Children, Young People and Families	Full year or semester

How student exchange works

There are two options, depending on your course.

If your course allows it, you have the chance to study overseas for a semester in your second year of study (Level 5) at one of our partner universities, or for a full academic year between Level 5 and Level 6.

Semester abroad

You will study for one semester at one of our partner universities.

You will take modules which match your LTU course
This semester is a pass/fail, you need to pass the semester to progress onto your final year
You will get to experience how your course is taught in another country
You will pay tuition fees to LTU as normal

Full-year abroad

You will go abroad for a full academic year at one of our partner universities. You will then return to Leeds Trinity to complete your final year and with all the extra knowledge and experience under your belt will graduate from a four-year course with ‘International’ added to your degree.

You can study at any partner university, giving you a choice between 20+ destinations across the world
In this extra year, you can go in-depth in a particular aspect of your academic discipline or mix and match modules from any subject of your interest
Your tuition fee for the ‘sandwich year’ is capped (currently £1430.25 25/26) meaning you get more education at a fraction of the usual cost and still receive student loans for the year
Get the full experience of living in another culture and country and make friends for life

Ella Mather – Gothenburg University, Sweden

“I chose to study abroad to explore journalism from new perspectives and to feed my lifelong wanderlust. I hoped the experience of studying abroad would bring me confidence, independence, and unforgettable stories to share, and it certainly did.

Academically, the experience was fascinating. I studied Media Systems Around the World, PR Journalism and Public Opinion, and Human Rights in Policy and Practice.

These modules were very different from the practical, hands-on approach at LTU. They were more academic and essay-based, but they offered valuable insight into global perspectives on media and society. Experiencing these different academic styles broadened my understanding of journalism’s role around the world.

Socially, my time in Gothenburg was unforgettable. I joined the Erasmus Student Network, which organised weekly events such as museum visits, hikes, and club nights. I also joined Göta International Committee, which hosted arts and crafts sessions, pub crawls, and traditional Swedish student parties called sittnings. These experiences helped me form lasting friendships and fully immerse myself in Swedish student culture.

My advice to anyone considering studying abroad: research everything, from cultural differences to financial costs, and keep an open mind. Challenges will come, but the experiences, growth, and memories make every moment worth it.

Ella Mather, left, on exchange in Gothenburg Sweden, stood with two others in front of theme park ride in wooded area.

Charlotte Napper - Sogang University, South Korea

“Doing study abroad has been one of the best decisions I have ever made.

I've experienced so many things that I would never have had the chance to do before, made friends from around the world and it has given me the chance to learn new skills, get outside my comfort zone, and learn a new language!

It's helped shape who I am and has given me more insight into what I want to do for my future career and the person I want to be for myself and others.

If you are ever wondering if you should go on a study abroad, go for it!"

LTU student, Charlotte Napper in Korea during their time studying abroad.

Uzayr Khan – Kanagawa University, Japan

“My study in Yokohama was directly next door to Tokyo so it felt like I could visit whenever I wanted. I needed somewhere that was both fast when I wanted and slow. Tokyo is so big that you can be anyone and fit in or stand out, there’s no competing to be someone better than your brethren because you’re all equal.

Every day was different, even if my timetable was the same, my classes changed per semester, and I could choose which classes to attend. Plus, with how close we were to Tokyo it felt like I could just decide I wanted to go on a trip and then you'd just go out and do it!

Your life is in your own hands and now is the time to go and take advantage of that! This experience will forever change you, mostly for the better. But it's worth it every day to be able to look around and know that you accomplished that. No one handed this trip to you, you applied yourself, put yourself out there, and made a life for yourself in a completely foreign land. And that, is something that no one could ever take from you.”

Uzayr Khan on exchange in Japan, stood in front of snowy mountain.

Where can I go?

Below you can find our full list of study-abroad destinations - please note partner universities are subject to change:

Asia

Japan

Yokohama City University - Yokohama
Kanagawa University - Hiratsuka and Yokohama campuses

Malaysia

Taylor's University - Kuala Lumpur (Selangor)

South Korea

Sogang University - Seoul

Australia

The University of Notre Dame Australia - Fremantle and Sydney campuses
Australian Catholic University - Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney campuses

Europe

North America

Canada

King's University College - London, Ontario
St Francis Xavier University - Antigonish, Nova Scotia
Saint Paul University - Ottawa

USA

High Point University - High Point, North Carolina
Lock Haven University - Lock Haven, Pennsylvania
University of the Incarnate Word - San Antonio, Texas

How to apply

Start your study abroad journey by following four simple steps:

1. Research your options

Start by reading all the information on this page. Narrow your search to a couple of destinations and have a look at partner universities’ websites. It is also a good idea to attend a Student Exchange Info Session.

2. Discuss your options - Academic

It's important that you meet with the Academic Exchange Advisor (AEA) in your School to ensure they support your plans to complete an exchange opportunity. Do this as early in the process as possible because some courses recommend a certain semester for going abroad.

3. Discuss your options - Global Engagement Office

You will need to discuss your plans with the Global Engagement Office to get an application form, you can book an appointment by emailing studyabroad@leedstrinity.ac.uk. This will be a chance for you to ask any exchange questions unrelated to academics.

4. Submit your application

You must complete the application form and have it signed by the Academic Exchange Advisor in your school by 31st January (please note this includes applications for semester two exchange applications).

Contact us

Contact the Global Engagement Office for general, non-academic questions about completing an exchange opportunity.

Email: studyabroad@leedstrinity.ac.uk

Go global fees and funding

Learn more about the fees and funding involved when studying abroad

Fees and funding

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Study Abroad (Outgoing Exchange)