Where can I go?

Funding and costs

Costs are institutionally dependent, but range from around $5,000 per semester to $22,000 for the academic year. This includes living costs (such as room and board), university expenses (such as books), and health insurance, but you will need to factor in the cost of your study permit or visa (£180-£280), as well as flights.

If you are eligible for student finance, they will usually still fund you for this additional year, assuming that your degree will be no more than five years long (including foundation years). Please contact them directly to confirm your eligibility. Student Finance also offer a travel grant for those students from a low-income background. This grant allows you to claim back costs of travel, visas, and expenses after the first £303 per claim. More information can be found on the UK government website.

CCCU course fee

The CCCU course fee charged during your year abroad is 15% of your yearly tuition cost. For 2025/26, this is £1,430. For 2026/27, this will be £1,465. This amount is subject to increase in line with published tuition fee increases.

The next steps

Spending a year studying abroad is a transformative opportunity to gain experience beyond the classroom, build confidence, and develop highly valued skills that will enhance your future career prospects.

Studying abroad allows you to broaden your horizons and gain a global perspective as you spend an additional year at one of our prestigious partner institutions, following a competitive application process.

Simply indicate your interest via your UCAS application, and we will provide further information and next steps once you join us at CCCU. A reduced tuition fee applies for the placement or study abroad year. Please note that these opportunities are subject to availability and eligibility requirements and therefore cannot be guaranteed.

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