About the program
Get hands-on research experience at a university abroad or through a virtual opportunity and build non-credit work experience over the summer.
- Conduct research in another country or virtually.
- Add academic and extracurricular experience to your portfolio.
- Enjoy a break from your regular UBC courseload.
Browse Research Abroad programs
Travel to another university with the support of Go Global to gain research experience in a structured, supported environment
Students source research placements independently at a recognized university or research institute under the supervision of a host academic. While away, students build an international network of academics in their research area. There is no set time frame or deadline for planning and doing research abroad; however, it's recommended that students begin preparing 3 to 6 months in advance of anticipated departure.
These opportunities are available to students to apply to directly with no support from Go Global. Any questions related to these opportunities should be directed to the organizer of the program. Some of these programs meet the eligibility requirements for Go Global's Self-Directed Research Abroad Award and successful participants of these programs are encouraged to apply.
Program Name |
Country | Resarch Areas | Application Deadline |
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Various | Various | Rolling | |
Amgen Scholars Program |
Canada Japan Singapore China |
Biomedical sciences | Early February |
Japan | Applied Science Biosciences Environmental Studies |
Early January | |
University of Tokyo - Research Internship Program |
Japan | Physics Earth Sciences Chemistry |
Late January |
Taiwan Educational Experience Program (TEEP) |
Taiwan | Various | Various |
ETH Zurich - Summer Research Fellowship |
Switzerland | Computer Science | Mid December |
École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) - Summer@EPFL |
Switzerland | Computer Science Electrical Engineering |
Early December |
DAAD Research Internships in Science and Engineering (RISE) |
Germany | Various | Mid December |
Questions?
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.