Even though you will not physically be in attendance at the University of Manchester, in order to remain a registered student of the University, you MUST re-register at the beginning of the academic year. You can do this by logging onto your My Manchester homepage throughout September. Registering is simple and you can do most of it on line
It is important that you thoroughly research and select the course units you wish to take during your semester/year abroad. The guides on this page will provide more information on course selection, credit loads, academic systems and changing/dropping courses.
Course selection and credit load
If you study outside of Europe, credit systems will vary. You should ensure that you undertake whatever constitutes a typical credit or course load at your host university. To find out the typical and recommended credit/course load requirements for your host institution, please see below:
(Students in AMBS should reference Business School specific guidance)
European Credit Transfer System
Most European institutions use the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS), awarding credit which is comparable and equivalent throughout Europe. A standard year long courseload at most institutions is 60 ECTS credits - this equates to 120 Manchester credits.
Differences in academic systems
Academic cultures and systems vary from country to country and from university to university. Do not assume that things will be the same as in Manchester. Make sure that you research and understand how the various aspects of academic life will be different.
Differences in academic systems attendance and assessment
Course Registration
Course registration can vary from country to country and from university to university. Make sure that you research and understand what the process is.
Course registration and alternative assessments
As part of our pre-departure, the International Programmes Office will conduct an Academic Gudance Webinar providing advice on selecting courses, determining credit loads and making course changes. We will talk through the Learning Agreement document which you must complete before you depart for your study placement. We will talk about how teaching and assessment systems may vary abroad, give you tips on the course registration process, and advise you on compiling a portfolio of the work you complete abroad. Click here to sign up for this webinar.
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