Study Elsewhere and Student Exchange Programs

STUDY ELSEWHERE PROGRAM

The Study Elsewhere Program offers students the opportunity to enhance their educational experience by studying in different academic, social and cultural settings.

Students entering the third year of an Honours degree program may fulfill program requirements while studying abroad. Interested students are advised to begin preparations for this program early in their second year of study.

The Program is NOT designed for study at Anglophone universities in Canada or in the USA (some exceptions apply).

Eligibility

Second year students wishing to study abroad during the third year of an Honours Degree Program
Minimum Sessional Grade Point Average of 2.50 (B-) in courses completed in the Faculty prior to June 2000 (on the last five (5.0) courses for part-time students.
Demonstrated language proficiency for study in countries where the official language is other than English (equivalent to a second-year university-level language course).
Enrolment in a Specialist or two Major programs. At least three of the courses required for these programs must be completed by May of the second year.

Structure of Program

One academic year during which students are expected to complete a full-course loads of study at the host institution (maximum of five [5.0]courses).
At least 60% of the students' course work during their studies elsewhere must be completed in the area of concentration.
Students earn degree credit through transfer of credit for course work completed at the host university or through studies supervised by instructors in the Faculty of Arts and Science.

Application Deadlines:

SEP Student Exchanges Programs	January 28, 2000
Self-directed and Departmental Programs	February 11, 2000

STUDY ELSEWHERE PROGRAM OPTIONS

Self-directed Study
Students may study at a university of their own choosing. Students are responsible for corresponding with the host institution, obtaining course outlines, registration information and other pertinent details concerning their studies abroad.
Student Exchange Programs
The Faculty has entered into a number of student exchange agreements with various institutions abroad to counteract the effect of high fees for foreign students in both countries.
Departmental Programs
Programs are available under the sponsorship of individual departments. More detailed information is available in the Study Elsewhere Program Information Brochure and Application, available at the Office of the Faculty Registrar, Faculty of Arts and Science, 100 St. George St., Room 1006, University of Toronto, Toronto Ontario M5S 3G3. A separate, more comprehensive application form must be completed for the Student Exchange Programs. All participants must pay a program fee of $320.00 (subject to change). Specific programs may have additional administrative and/or tuition fees. Students intending to study elsewhere in 2000-2001 are strongly advised to attend the Information meeting on Friday October 1 1999 in Sidney Smith Hall.

OTHER STUDY ABROAD OPTIONS

Departmental Programs
Summer Programs in Italy, Hong Kong and Jerusalem. Contact Professional & International Programs, Woodsworth College (978-8713). Russian Language and Literature: contact the Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures (978-4895).
International Student Exchange Office
Students are encouraged to participate in the international and Canadian exchanges offered through this office. Discussion sessions are held every week from September to late January.
International exchanges include universities in the following countries: Australia, Barbados, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Jamaica, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan, Trinidad and the United Kingdom. Canadian exchanges include McGill University, Universite Laval, Universite de Montreal, Queen's University, McMaster University, University of Waterloo, University of Western Ontario, University of Alberta and University of British Columbia. The Canadian Universities Study Abroad Program provides a unique opportunity for students to study at Herstmonceux Castle in England; open to First and Upper year students.
For eligibility, financial information and deadlines contact the International Student Exchange Office, Room 202 Koffler Student Services Centre, 214 College Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5T 2Z9,(416) 946-3138, FAX (416) 978-6110, e-mail student.exchange@utoronto.ca.
Internship Programs
Professional Experience Year
The Professional Experience Year (PEY) provides students an opportunity to gain work experience in fields related to their programs of study. Full-time students with a CGPA of at least 2.0, with a minimum of 10.0, and a maximum of 15.0 full course equivalents, may apply to spend a twelve-to-sixteen-month period working in a related industry. This internship period normally occurs after second year for students completing a B.A./B.Sc., or after second or third year for students enrolled in an Hon. B.A./Hon. B.Sc.
The 12 to 16-month period of employment, normally beginning in May, gives students the opportunity to become fully acquainted with the work environment. PEY students are often involved in challenging work projects from inception to completion, and are paid at competitive workforce salaries. They gain new insights into their academic and professional goals and return to their studies with a greater understanding of their discipline from a practical, hands-on perspective.
Students should seek approval from their Department Chair before applying to PEY. Students pay a one-time-only registration fee of $40.00 at the time of application. If a position is accepted, a placement fee of $700 will be required from the student at the time of fall registration, no later than the first Friday after classes begin in September. Incidental fees granting part-time student status and allowing continued access to University facilities and services are also required at fall registration. Students who apply to the program without Department approval will be charged an administration fee (in addition to the placement fee) of $500 upon acceptance of an offer of employment.The PEY Program strives to provide opportunities for all students registered in it, but cannot guarantee employment. For further information, contact the PEY Office at 978-6649. For specific departmental requirements, contact the department's Undergraduate Secretary.
Co-op Japan Program
The Co-op Japan Program is a national program under the auspices of the Federal Government's Pacific 2000 Japan Science and Technology Fund. It provides senior science and engineering students across Canada with the opportunity to gain valuable work experience in Japan. The goal is to develop a pool of young Canadian engineers and scientists with hands-on experience in Japanese industrial engineering and research practices. By enabling students to develop an understanding of Japanese industry, and by providing Japanese companies with access to highly skilled and motivated students, the Program encourages long term opportunities for scientific and industrial exchange between Canada and Japan.
The Program is open to undergraduate students who have completed at least the first term of third year and meet certain eligibility requirements. Applications are due September 30 and January 31 of each year. For more information contact the Co-op Japan Liaison Officer, PEY Office, Sandford Fleming Building, 10 King's College Road, Room B740, (416) 978-3132 or 6649 or by e-mail at onyschu@ecf.utoronto.ca.