Contact Info

Tel: 1–250–370–3681
Fax: 1–250–370–3689
Email: inted@camosun.bc.ca

Interurban Campus

4461 Interurban Road
Campus Centre
2nd floor
Hours: 9 am–4 pm, Monday–Friday

Lansdowne Campus

3100 Foul Bay Rd
Dawson Building
2nd floor
Hours: 9 am–4 pm, Monday–Friday

Study Abroad

• International Home
• Study Abroad Home
• Field Schools
• Exchange Programs
• Study Abroad Documents
• Exchange Blogs

FAQ for Exchange Programs

What is a reciprocal exchange agreement?

This is an agreement that allows a full-time Camosun College student to take courses at a partner institution, and vice versa. Participants remain registered at Camosun College for the duration of their exchange.

How long can I stay?

You may spend an academic term or a full academic year, usually during the fall and winter semesters.

How many courses must I register for?

You are expected to register in a normal full-time course load at the partner institution. This could be anywhere from 9 – 15 credits (the equivalent of 3-5 Camosun courses).

Will I receive credit for courses taken?

Credit will be granted for approved courses successfully completed at the partner institution.Please check with your study abroad advisor before you go if your selected courses can be transfered to Camosun College.

Where do I live?

Accommodation varies at different institutions and may include home stay, student residence, or independent living. See accommodation links to partner institutions for details.

What does it generally cost?

• Camosun College students will pay tuition and fees to Camosun College.
• You are responsible for the cost of your housing and meals (unless agreement specifies differently).
• You are responsible for all transportation, travel, medical and living expenses
• If you are normally eligible for a student loan your status will continue while on exchange, as you maintain your status as a registered Camosun College student. Please contact the Financial Aid office.

How do I qualify?

If you are a full-time student in good academic standing and have completed a year of study at Camosun College, you are eligible to apply for exchange study. To qualify, you must have a minimum C+ cumulative average on your academic record in the semester preceding your semester abroad. Where the language of instruction at a partner institution is not English, you must have reading, writing and speaking proficiencies in the relevant language in order to undertake courses on the exchange. Language proficiency tests may be administered to determine competency.

What is required for application?

You must provide:

• a completed Application Form
• a standard one page work resume (curriculum vitae)
• a reference from an instructor or department chair (s. application form)
• an inofficial transcript
• a typed statement of interest (250 to 500 words) about why you want to participate in an exchange, the impact of an exchange on your academic and career plans, and previous international experience
• two passport photos
• a photocopy of the photo page of your passport.

When is the application deadline?

The deadline dates for receipt of the completed application form and requested supplementary documentation is March 31st for September departures and October 15th for January departures.

Please return completed applications to The Study Abroad Office, Room 201, Isabel Dawson Building , 3100 Foul Bay Road , Victoria , BC V8P5J2

What are the chances of selecting me?

Your chances will depend upon the number of spaces available for a particular exchange for your application year; the number of fellow students also wishing to participate in the exchange of your preference; and the strength of your application.

Who selects me and when will I be notified of the decision?

A Student Exchange Committee consisting of the Associate Director of International Education and a Departmental Chair or designate will select candidates. An interview may be required. Candidates will be notified within six weeks after the application deadline date.