Pre-application information sessions

We run events and information sessions every October for students thinking of applying for an exchange.

Go Abroad Fair 

This event provides an opportunity for students to come together in person informally. Returning exchange students will be posted at tables to answer questions and chat about their experiences with fair attendees.

Date and timeLocation
Wednesday, 16 October 2024 11:00 – 15:00Informatics Forum, Room G07

FAQ Sessions

These information sessions are aimed at 2nd year undergraduates and will address frequently asked questions regarding our exchanges, the application and selection process, costs and funding opportunities and more.

​You will find out:

  • the benefits of going on exchange
  • how an exchange works
  • our exchange destinations (and how to find out where you can go)
  • the costs associated with going on exchange, and any available funding opportunities
  • the application and selection procedure
  • what research and preparation you should do before applying
Date and timeEventLocation

Wednesday 23 October 2024

14:00 - 16:00

In-person  FAQ session 

40 George Square

Lecture Theatre A

Please click here to register

Monday 28 October 2024

11:00 - 12:00

Online FAQ sessionPlease click here to register

Regional sessions 2024

Regional sessions give you a chance to hear from returning students - they will share their exchange experience and top tips, and you will have an opportunity to ask questions.  

These are held virtually over MS Teams leading up to the in-person Go Abroad Fair event. They will be hosted by SWAY, but all of the content will be provided by our returning exchange students. 

Please register to attend using the links below.

Register for a session
Date and timeRegionAttendee registration link
1 October 2024 16:00 – 17:30Australia and New ZealandPlease click here to register
8 October 2024 16:00 – 17:30AsiaPlease click here to register
10 October 2024 16:00 – 17:30Europe (excluding Spain and Portugal)Please click here to register
15 October 2024 16:00 – 17:30USA and CanadaPlease click here to register
22 October 2024 16:00 – 17:30Iberia and Latin AmericaPlease click here to register

Application support drop-in sessions

SWAY staff will be running drop-in sessions on the following dates for applicants who would like help or guidance in completing their exchange application:

  • 29 October
  • 5 November
  • 12 November

All sessions will take place from 2-4pm in Edinburgh Futures Institute, Rm 3.62.  These are drop-in sessions for all students so no appointment is required.