Sources of Funding
Undertaking a Global Opportunity can be a fantastic and life changing experience. However, we are aware that the cost can be a barrier for a lot of students.
Some programmes provide funding but if you are not eligible you should consider the sources of funding below:
International Mobility Grant
The International Mobility Grant provides funding for students to support international study and work placements. This grant consists of funding from the UK Government through the Turing Scheme, the Irish Government and Queen’s University.
Funding is limited and is awarded to universities on an annual basis, following a competitive application process.
Universities are normally notified of the outcome of their application in late summer.
Erasmus
The UK left the European Union on 31 January 2020 and the transition period ended on 31 December 2020.
As a result, its participation in the Erasmus programme ended on 31 May 2023. However, Queen’s has signed new Student Exchange Agreements with most of its existing Erasmus partner universities, so there are still many options to undertake a study exchange programme in a European country or beyond.
If you are going on an exchange programme in Europe, you may find that your host university still refers to you as an Erasmus student!
Please be aware, however, that Erasmus funding is no longer available to students at UK universities.
Faculty/School Specific Funding
Both the Faculty of AHSS and the Faculty of EPS provide funding for international opportunities which meet their criteria.
Why not contact your School office to check if there is any funding available for your global programme?
Queen's University Scholarships and Awards
There are hundreds of awards and scholarships available at Queen's.
Check out the Scholarship Finder for current opportunities.
More tips for managing your money
You might need to save up to travel.
You can find part-time and summer jobs listed in our Careers Management Tool MyFuture.