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Costs and Funding
How much does studying abroad cost?
The costs can really vary depending on the country you are travelling to. You will need to consider the costs of travel and visas, accommodation and general living expenses. Make sure you spend some time researching the country and the institution you’re interested in. There may be funding to support your trip, see the Funding section for more information.
Tuition fees for students participating on study abroad programmes
1 semester exchange
- You will pay your full Leeds Beckett tuition fee
- No tuition fee to the host university
Full Year exchange
- You will pay a £1,385 tuition fee
- No tuition fee to the host university
Student Travel Insurance (all programmes)
If you're participating on a University global opportunity then you may be eligible for free comprehensive global travel insurance from Leeds Beckett. Find out more here.
Funding
The Turing Scheme is a UK government’s programme which provides funding for international opportunities in education and training across the world. Full details can be found here.
Am I eligible?
If you are taking part in a global opportunity which lasts between 4 weeks to 12 months, in country, you may be eligible.
Examples of eligible opportunities include: an overseas work placement, study abroad (one semester or full year), a volunteering programme or summer school with a Leeds Beckett approved organisation.
The opportunity must be in-country (online programmes are not eligible) and approved by the university.
How Much Funding Will I Receive?
The scheme is designed to provide you with funding to cover some of the cost of living, the amount you receive will depend on how long your placement is and which country you are travelling to. Destination countries/territories are grouped into three categories: Group 1 (high cost of living), Group 2 (medium cost of living), Group 3 (lower cost of living).
For 2022/23 the funding was as follows:
Placements of four to eight weeks:
- £545 per month (equal to £136.25 per week) for Group 1 destinations
- £480 per month (equal to £120 per week) for Group 2 and 3 destinations
Placements of nine weeks to 12 months:
- £380 per month (for group 1 destinations)
- £335 per month (for group 2 and 3 destinations)
Turing Funding for Widening Participation Backgrounds
There is also additional Turing support for participants from Widening Participation backgrounds.
For 2022/23 this included additional cost of living support and a travel grant. The Global Engagement Team will provide you with more information and can be contacted at studyabroad@leedsbeckett.ac.uk
How do I apply for Turing Funding?
If you are taking part on a Leeds Beckett global opportunity the Global Engagement Team will provide you with the relevant paperwork as part of the application process.
If you have applied for a programme independently, please get in touch with Global Engagement Team who will advise if you are eligible.
Erasmus+ Grant (ends May 2023) (Erasmus + study and work placements only)
Erasmus+ funding will continue for students starting an exchange programme within Europe until May 2023.
How do I apply for Erasmus + Funding?
All eligible students will be provided with the relevant paperwork as part of their Erasmus Exchange application process.
BUTEX awards a number of scholarships to students studying abroad for either a semester or for a whole academic year at any location.
How do I apply?
Apply directly to Scholarships - BUTEX
Am I Eligible?
You are eligible if you are taking part on:
- An Erasmus work or study placement
- A Turing work or study placement
Please note the travel grant is means tested
How much will I receive?
The amount of funding received depends on your household income
Please visit the gov.uk website for more information
How do I apply?
Apply directly at gov.uk
