STUDY ABROAD THIS SUMMER THROUGH THE TURING SCHEME

The Turing Scheme

The Turing Scheme is a new UK government funding programme to enable students to participate in international study and work placements abroad. Turing provides a range of exciting opportunities for our students across the world, with grants available now. For additional information, please see the Turing Scheme website.

Where can I go & what study programmes are on offer?

South West College (SWC) have secured funding to provide 40 students with the opportunity to travel to Pittsburgh (USA) or Toronto (Canada) this summer. Students will undertake a unique study programme delivered at a host institution.

In 2024, the below study programmes are available for SWC students.

Programmes Available	Study Programme	Student Places *	Provisional Dates**	This programme is right for you if..
Penn State University, Pittsburgh, USA	High Performance Building Design	10	June 1^st – June 22^nd2024	You are interested in gaining a global perspective on how high-performance building design and construction principles are contributing to a more sustainable and efficient built environment.
Humber College,Toronto, Canada	Sustainability Essentials – Building a Greener Future	6	July 12^th– August 4^th 2024	You are passionate about sustainability and want to gain a deep understanding of its fundamental structures, theories.
Humber College,Toronto, Canada	Children, Play and Creativity	6	July 12^th– August 4^th 2024	You are interested in children’s care, learning and development - and looking to develop the skills to design learning environments that are play and creativity-friendly.
Humber College,Toronto, Canada	Optimising High Performance Building Design	6	July 12^th– August 4^th 2024	You are interested in gaining a global perspective on how high-performance building design and construction principles are contributing to a more sustainable and efficient built environment.
Humber College,Toronto, Canada	Social Entrepreneurship – People, Profit, and the planet	6	July 12^th– August 4^th 2024	You are interested in transformational change related to a wide range of contemporary social and economic problems and challenges. Social entrepreneurship is a new approach to finding solutions to social problems such as poverty, illness, illiteracy, environmental destruction, human rights abuses and corruption through citizen action
Humber College,Toronto, Canada	Social Media: Developing Your Digital Marketing Skills	6	July 12^th– August 4^th 2024	You are looking for hands-on experiences with opportunities to meet professionals. The Social Media course will help you stay ahead of the digital marketing curve by learning the fundamental skills needed to stay competitive in any industry.

*Student places allocated may vary based on student demand

**Dates may be subject to slight change, depending on flight availability etc.

Host Institution

Students from SWC will join Penn State students in Pittsburgh to learn best practices in energy efficient design during the High-Performance Building Summer Camp, a joint programme delivered bv Penn State Center Pittsburgh, Global Building Network (GBN), South West College and the Green Building Alliance in Pittsburgh.

Pittsburgh is classified as a United Nations International Centre of Excellence on High-Performance Building. South West College’s Erne Campus, the world’s largest Passive House Premium rated building, has also been recognised as a UN Centre of Excellence for High Performance Buildings. Learn more about the programme here https://swc.ac.uk/news/students-bring-international-focus-to-pittsburghs-high-performance-buildings

Humber College is Canada’s largest polytechnic, providing its students with world-class theoretical and practical training. SWC students travelling to Canada will attend Humber’s Global Summer School, a unique educational and social development programme attended by students from across the world.

Next Steps – Apply Now!

To express interest in this opportunity, complete the short application form by THURSDAY 1ST FEBRUARY 2024 @ 5PM

Am I eligible to take part?

To be eligible for this year’s Turing study abroad opportunities, students should be:

Registered as a student at SWC and currently studying a course relevant to the study abroad programme you are applying for.
Available to travel abroad on the dates specified for the study programme you are applying for.
19+ years of age at the time of travel.
Able to meet the government entry requirements for travel to the destination you are expressing interest in (please visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice for more information).
Must have a valid in date passport

Preference will also be given to students who have not previously in a study abroad experience through the Turing Scheme. The Turing Scheme encourages the participation of learners from disadvantaged backgrounds and certain groups that are considered underrepresented in international placements. This information will be collected in your application to support the assessment and selection process.

Why take part?

Studying overseas gives you the opportunity to make new friends, experience another culture and discover new ways of looking at your subject.

Students from South West College, Northern Ireland, joined Penn State students in Pittsburgh to learn best practices in energy efficient design.

Quantity Surveyor, Eilis Blee, a graduate from South West College's Construction Engineering and Management degree recently took part on the college's exchange programme with Penn State in Pittsburgh and offered this testimonial on the experience:

'Getting the chance to study in America for 3 weeks in Penn State, Pittsburgh was a once in a life time opportunity. From start to end the trip was enjoyable and engaging. We got to see different perspectives on sustainability within Construction and Passive House which is being increasingly important. We also got time to ourselves to explore the City and attend events such as Baseball Games. I believe taking part in this course will positively benefit my career and has sparked an interest for sustainability in construction and the environment.'

What does the programme include and costs?

SWC will administer the Turing funding on behalf of students, and it will be used to cover the following costs:

Course costs
Return flights and airport transfers
Insurances
Accommodation
Breakfast and lunches on course days
Cultural or educational trips planned as part of the programme

Students may receive an additional grant to help cover the general costs of living while they are abroad such as evening meals, local transport, and social activities. This is subject to the programme cost listed above and will vary depending on the destination.

To express interest in this opportunity, complete the short application form by THURSDAY 1ST FEBRUARY 2024 @ 5PM

Apply Here

If you have any questions, please email turing@swc.ac.uk