HOW TO APPLY

Getting Started

Step 1: Explore types of global learning abroad opportunities

There are three main types of global learning abroad opportunities:

• Summer Abroad: A two to four-week summer school led by Seneca's partner institution abroad. Students can take a course abroad, earn academic credits for their Seneca program, and spend a summer exploring the world!
• Semester Exchange: Study abroad for a semester at Seneca's partner institution, experience the culture and learn from the locals. Students will earn the credits for their Seneca program.
• International Work Experience: Gain a competitive edge by completing work experience abroad.

Important Note: International students must speak with an immigration specialist to ensure the opportunity does not impact their program of study and/or study permit. Please do this as soon as possible by contacting theservicehub@senecapolytechnic.ca

Step 2: Review specific global learning abroad opportunities 

1. View all the global opportunities abroad. 
2. Filter by your program code,country, or opportunity type. Each opportunity has an individual webpage. On the individual pages, you can learn about costs, accommodation options, eligibility requirement, the course(s) you will complete, application deadline and more.

Step 3: Contact International Partnerships 

We recommend you attend an opportunity-specific information session and/or email global.learning@senecapolytechnic.ca to learn more.

Step 4: Connect with your Student Adviser

Questions to ask your student adviser:

• How will the opportunity abroad fit in my academic progression?
• Are there implications to my progression if I participate?
• Can you sign my Learning Agreement?

*Important Note: Students must complete a Learning Agreement before reaching out to Student Advisers for signature. Learning Agreement templates depend on the type of opportunity:

• If you apply for a Semester Exchange or a Summer Abroad Program, please use "Semester Exchange and Summer Abroad Learning Agreement".
• If you apply for an International Work Experience, please use "International Work Experience Learning Agreement".

How to contact a Student Adviser:

1. Log in to The Service Hub Portal.
2. Select "My Adviser" under "My Services"
3. The Student Adviser page will open. Select the "Global Learning - Learning Agreement" as subject of your inquiry from the drop-down menu.
4. Enter your questions and information about the global learning opportunity in the Details section.
5. Click Upload Files to attach your Learning Agreement.
6. When you're finished, click Submit.

Step 5: Start Your Outbound Student Mobility Application to Seneca

The application is a two-step process, consisting of the 1) completion of an application form and 2) submission of supporting documents. Check out the Outbound Mobility Process section to learn more about the full application process and supporting documents!

Outbound Mobility Process

Step 1. Complete the Outbound Student Mobility Application.

If you are unable to complete the application in one sitting, you can save your progress by:
1. Moving through the entirety of form, inserting the word, "Test," in any remaining required fields.
2. Selecting "No," as an answer to the final question (Question #53: I confirm that this form is complete and ready for submission.).
3. Choosing to save your response after submission.

Once you have completed these steps, you will be able to return at any time to complete the application.

Please ensure that the information you enter is accurate. Errors in your application may cause delays to your nomination to the partner institution. 

When your application is complete, please select "Yes," to the final question (Question #53: I confirm that this form is complete and ready for submission.). The application will be sent to International Partnerships ONLY AFTER "Yes" is selected.

Step 2. Submit additional documents.

After reviewing your application form, the International Partnerships team will reach out to you to request the following documents:

• A signed Outbound Student Learning Agreement
• Personal Statement
• Scanned Copy of your Passport (photo page)

Step 3. Submit an application to the partner institution.

After your nomination is received by the partner institution, you'll need to complete their application form to be accepted into their program.

Step 4. Get ready for your learning adventure abroad!

Supporting Documents

Outbound Learning Agreement

Download and complete the outbound student learning agreement. This document must be signed by your academic program area (i.e., student advisor, program co-ordinator, academic program manager, chair etc.).

Personal Statement

Your personal statement should detail your intent on participating in the opportunity. Outline how the global learning opportunity would benefit you and your goals.

You have the freedom to submit this as a written or video statement. Use the questions provided in the application to guide your response.

We ask for previous travel experience to help prepare you for time abroad. Your travel experience will not be used to score your application.

If you have any questions, please email Global.Learning@Senecapolytechnic.ca.