Start with an advising session
From choosing the research project that best fits your interest to navigating the application process, an initial conversation with the resarch abroad officer can go a long way to point you in the right direction.
City University of Hong Kong - College of Science and Engineering Summer Research Exchange Programme
Admission deadline
- February 14, 2019
Applying to Research Abroad happens in two steps
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.
1. Apply to Go Global once you’ve identified programs you're interested in
- 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.
2. Apply directly to the partner university
- Each research program will have detailed instructions on how to apply and strict submission deadlines.
- All research programs will require supporting documents that typically include:
- Academic references (1 – 3)
- Letter of intent
- Curriculum vitae
- UBC transcript
About the program
Program dates: June 10th - August 9th, 2019
The City University of Hong Kong College of Science and Engineering Summer Research Exchange Programme is designed to give engineering and science students the opportunity to conduct scientific research related to their academic studies widening their horizons and applying their knowledge practically. Students will conduct research in an assigned topic area under the supervision of a CUHK faculty. For an updated list of research areas and to learn more about the program see the City U Program website.
A list of the 2019 projects will be available in January. For a sample of last year's projects see the list below.
Program-specific eligibility
- Be a 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year student (including students graduating in May) in Science or Applied Science.
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Meet the Go Global eligibility requirements
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Meet any additional lab project requirements as outlined on the program website.
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 70% average prior to your exchange departure
Housing
Students are encouraged to apply for on-campus dormitory onthe partner application. Room preferences include single or double. Requests will be carefully considered; however, due to limited rooms, +R1 students are not guaranteed with dormitory. Alternatively, off-campus housing information will be provided.
Program costs and fees
Students are responsible for the costs of travel, insurance, living and accommodations associated with participating in this program. For more information on the cost of living in Hong Kong please check out this website.
Students accepted into this program will be charged the Go Global fee once acceptance has been confirmed.
Awards and funding for Research Abroad
Value: Up to $2000 per term
Eligibility: 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 after acceptance into the program.
- 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.
This award is automatically considered, and you don't need to apply.
Go Global fee and withdrawal policy
If you are accepted by a host university for a structured research program, you will be asked to confirm you participation in the program and you will be charged the Go Global fee of $415. The fee will be posted to your SSC account following confirmation of your acceptance. Go Global will contact you with complete information on how to pay the fee.
You will not be able to make payment in-person at Brock Hall (Vancouver), University Centre (Okanagan), the Go Global office or your financial institution. You cannot pay this fee directly through your financial institution’s online banking interface as payments made through this method will only be counted towards your tuition and your Go Global fee will remain unpaid.
Students who withdraw from a research abroad program due to extenuating circumstances or within 15 days of the fee being posted are eligble for a fee adjustment from $415 to $93.25.
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 (includes both online and in-person components)
Failure to successfully complete these and any other requirements may result in withdrawal from the Go Global Program.
Accessibility
If you are considering applying for a Go Global program and identify with having a disability or pre-existing health condition (mental or physical) which could impact your participation, or if you require academic accommodation, you can contact the following offices and meet with an Accessibility Advisor before the start of the program:
The Centre for Accessibility (Vancouver) 604 822-5844
Disability Resource Centre (Okanagan) 250 807-8053
Advising hours
Drop-in advising hours
Monday: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Tuesday: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Thursday: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Extended drop-in advising hours January 7 - 17, 2019
Monday - Friday: 1:00pm - 3:30pm
You might not need to see an advisor. General questions about the Go Global Exchange process can be answered at the Main Office at the UBC Life Building (Vancouver).
Contact
Go Global Vancouver
When emailing us, please include:
- Your student number in the subject line
- Your full name and if you are an incoming or outgoing exchange student in the body of the email
Go Global Vancouver
Telephone: 604 822 0942
Fax: 604 822 9885
Hours
Mon9:00 am - 4:15 pm
Tue9:30 am - 4:15 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:15 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:15 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:15 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Tue9:30 am - 4:15 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:15 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:15 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:15 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
