Queens University
01/09/2021 ***Please note - this is an archive page and is not being updated***
The Exchange pages are currently being migrated to a new Global Opportunities web platform.
- Outoing students may find partners at: GO Study Abroad: Where
- If you are an incoming exchange student coming to Durham University, please visit: Incoming Opportunities.
Number of places available for 2020/21: 3* full year places
*Please note number restrictions in each Faculty. They will accept:
- Faculty of Arts and Science: 1 full year place
- Faculty of Law: 1 full year place
- Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science: 1 full year place
University Website: http://www.queensu.ca/international/incoming/exchanges
Term Dates: September to December and January to April
Important Visa Information: From 31st July 2018, students applying for Canadian study permits will be required to travel to London to complete a bio metrics register. The High Commission in London has advised that the minimum time for turn around of visa's is two months. For more information, please follow the link below:
https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/security-securite/biometrics-biometrique-eng.html
Resources
- Queen's University Fact Sheet (last modified: 24 October 2017)
- Why Queen's? (last modified: 24 October 2017)
Academic Information
Available courses can be found using the Academic Calendar: http://queensu.ca/learn/academiccalendars
Queens University may restrict incoming exchange students by faculty.
Faculty of Arts and Sciences. This faculty includes:
- Computing
- Life & Physical Sciences
- Humanities
- Creative Arts
- Languages
Faculty of Science and Applied Science. This faculty includes:
- Engineering
- Chemistry
Students should be aware that not all courses may be available to exchange students. Your course choices will be submitted to the relevant academic advisor at Queens for approval and then on arrival, you will register for those you have been approved for.
Application Deadlines |
Fall and full Semester : March 31st Spring Semester : March 31st |
Requirements/Restrictions
Queens University limits the areas in which they will accept Durham students.
Please see individual subject information through the Queens Academic Calendar for restrictions.
Language Requirement
The language of instruction at Queens is English. If you are non native English speaker, you may be required to provide evidence of language ability.
Accommodation
Exchange students have a wide variety of housing options to choose from at Queens. There are residence halls and off campus housing available. Queens has designated buildings at Jean Royce Hall that are available to exchange students. Rooms are assigned by computer lottery and are not guaranteed. There are optional meal plans available.
Accommodation must be applied for online. More information can be found on the website: http://residences.housing.queensu.ca/residence-life/
Supporting Documents Required
- Exchange Application Form
- Academic Transcript
- Letter of Nomination
Student Support
Queen's University have a great support network and have Student Services offering assistance in academic and accessibility support, counselling and tutoring.
Summer Opportunities
See the Summer Opportunities webpages.
Other Information
Students may be required to submit a medical certificate along with an application.
Students are required to enrol in the University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP). This is compulsory and costs roughly $408 for the year.
Abroad @ Queens
Please click the link to be directed to the Social Media page for Queen's University where you can gain an insight in to life as an exchange student.