Before you go abroad you will have the opportunity to attend a number of university co-ordinated pre-departure briefing sessions (virtual and in-person), in addition to anything that may be being offered by your school or placement provider. Some sessions are a compulsory requirement of receiving University travel approval.
The below pre-departure sessions are for students going abroad in Semester 2, 2026-27.
If you have any questions in relation to going abroad, visit our Global Guidance Ambassadors in the Atrium, 1st floor University Place, Monday-Friday 10:00-16:00 during term time.
N.B WHERE DUPLICATE SESSIONS ARE SCHEDULED, STUDENTS ARE ONLY REQUIRED TO ATTEND ONE OF THE DATES.
ATTENDANCE WILL BE MONITORED!
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Monday 19th October 2026 14:00 – 15:00 |
IEP Academic Guidance: a compulsory session for students on the International Exchange Programme. |
International Exchange Programme Students ONLY, Semester 2 exchange |
Teams Session |
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Thursday 29th October 2026 10:00 – 16:00 |
Accommodation drop-in session: Drop into the Atrium to speak to the Global Guidance Ambassadors (GGAs) with any accommodation queries you may have. This is an optional activity. |
All UG Students travelling abroad in Semester 2 26/27 |
The Atrium, |
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Monday 9th November 2026 10:00 – 10:45 |
Travel Safety drop-in: the opportunity to ask any questions relating to risk, health, safety and support abroad. |
All UG students who are due to go on a Semester 2 placement in 26/27 |
The Atrium, |
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Wednesday 11th November 2026 15:00 – 15:45 |
Travel Safety drop-in: the opportunity to ask any questions relating to risk, health, safety and support abroad. |
All UG students who are due to go on a Semester 2 placement in 26/27 |
The Atrium, |
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On-line resources |
Travel Practicalities: a video of a workshop exploring travel essential tips, Travel essentials workshop
Safety Abroad and Wellbeing Abroad videos are available in your My Placement requirements |
All students, especially inexperienced travellers.
Compulsory for all students going abroad. |
Online |
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