Bournemouth University has been awarded a grant of £1.2 million for the current academic year to fund students on a range of activities across the world.
The funding from the UK Turing Scheme will enable around 500 BU students in 2024/2025 to go abroad and access both curricular and extra-curricular activities.
Students can undertake exchanges at partner universities, work placements and volunteering at businesses and non-governmental organisations globally.
The Turing Scheme is the UK government’s flagship programme for international education and exchanges. It aims to provide students with transformative experiences through study, work placements, and research opportunities abroad. Placements can last a minimum of 28 days and a maximum of 12 months.
Meghan Ellis, Senior Global Engagement Mobility Manager at BU said: “The Turing Scheme continues to be vital for BU in achieving our vision of our students gaining a global outlook during their time at university.
“We continue to collaborate with our international partners and other organisations including industries, providing learning and transformative opportunities for our students worldwide.”