Koç University Summer Research Program
Applied Science, Arts, Commerce, Science
About the program
Program Dates: Early July - Mid August (8 weeks)
Koç University was founded in 1993 as a non-profit private university in Istanbul, Turkey. Since its establishment, Koç University has taken a cross-disciplinary approach to research. Through English-taught programming and inviting international campus, Koç cultivates global citizens.
The University Summer Research Program invites motivated undergraduates from around the world to improve their research skills. Students learn a range of new concepts and research techniques helping develop independent thinking skills. This program offers a range of research projects, including many focused on migration.
Eligibility requirements
General Research Abroad eligibility
- You must have at least a 70% average in your most recent academic term of full-time studies prior to application. We are looking at your Term 1 (Fall term) grades for summer research abroad experiences
- You should have full-time student status as defined by your faculty in the year prior to your research abroad experience
- You need to be a UBC student in good standing (e.g., not be under academic or non-academic discipline)
- You must maintain a 70% average prior to your exchange departure
Program-specific requirements
- Be a student in good standing in their 3rd or 4th year in any of the above faculties by the time the program begins.
- Meet any additional lab project requirements as outlined on the program website.
Accessibility
If you are considering applying for a Go Global program and you identify as having a disability or pre-existing health condition, you are encouraged to discuss any disability-related barriers with The Centre for Accessibility to enhance your full participation in the program.
The Centre for Accessibility (Vancouver)
Disability Resource Centre (Okanagan)
Transfer credit
UBC does not recognize credit for research abroad programs and does not grant transfer credit for these experiences. If a partner university offers credit for your Research Abroad program, save the transcript or certificate of completion for your future records.
How to apply
As soon as you submit your application to Go Global, you will be contacted by the advisor with instructions for next steps. You can apply to Go Global well in advance of the deadline to get a headstart on the rest of your application.
- Submit your Go Global application online. You can apply for up to 3 programs on one application.
- Go Global will contact you within 2 weeks of submission with instructions on how to apply to the partner and an electronic copy of your UBC transcript.
- Each research program will have detailed instructions on how to apply and strict submission deadlines.
- All research programs will need supporting documents that typically include:
- Academic references (1 – 3)
- Letter of intent
- Curriculum vitae
- UBC transcript
Application deadline
Program costs and fees
In addition to paying the Go Global fee following the Go Global deadline, students are responsible for living expenses including local transportation, food or any other living costs. There is no registration or tuition cost owed to the partner university for this program.
Students will be able to stay on campus dorms in shared rooms free of charge.
Awards and funding for Research Abroad
Go Global Research Abroad Award
$1,000 per research experience
Eligibility requirements
All students accepted into a research abroad program, through Go Global, will be considered for this award. A separate application is not required. If you meet the eligibility criteria, then you will be notified of your award near the start of the summer term.
To be eligible for the award, you must have an average of at least 70% on your best 24 credits in the Winter Session of the previous year (with no failed or incomplete courses).
If you were on a co-op work term, you must have at least 70% on your best 12 credits in the other term.
You will be automatically considered for the award, so you will not need to apply separately.
Go Global fee and withdrawal policy
The Go Global Fee ($415.00 CDN) is an administrative fee required for all applicants to Go Global programs. The fee is non-refundable. However, it may be adjusted under the following circumstances.
If you are not matched to a partner university
You are eligible to have your Go Global fee adjusted from $415.00 to $93.25 (reduced by $321.75) if:
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You have applied to Go Global but do not meet our minimum eligibility requirements
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Go Global cannot match you to a partner university
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The partner university does not accept your application and Go Global cannot find another option
If you withdraw from Go Global
To withdraw from your Go Global, research abroad program, you must contact Go Global to request a withdrawal. You will then be asked to complete a short withdrawal form.
Students who withdraw from a Go Global Research Abroad Program by March 30th will have their Go Global fee adjusted from $415.00 to $321.75 (reduced by $93.25).
If you have questions or would like to request a withdrawal, please connect with your Go Global advisor or contact Go Global here.
Pre-Departure policy
UBC is committed to preparing students for safe and successful international experiences. In order to achieve this, any student participating in a Go Global Program must complete the following:
- All UBC Student Safety Abroad requirements
- Go Global Program-specific pre-departure requirements
Failure to successfully complete these and any other requirements may result in withdrawal from the Go Global Program.
Contact Go Global
In-person and Virtual Drop-in advising hours
- Tuesday: 1:00 - 3:00 pm
- Wednesday: 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Go Global offers both in-person and virtual drop-in advising through Zoom during the times listed above.