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About the Exchange

This unique self-led exchange opportunity at EUF is currently offered to students interested in an exchange in Germany for a full semester between March and July.

Discover and learn more about EUF through their .

Eligibility

• Student in any bachelor's program

  • Bachelor of Education students, it is recommended to take this exchange during your winter term of third year studies 

• 18 years old+

• In good academic standing (must maintain it during the exchange)

Academic Semester at EUF 

• Fall Term: September - February 

• Spring Term: March - August 

• Mandatory orientation week at the beginning of the semester 

• Lecture period: Mid-March – Beginning of July 

• Exam Period: End of June – Mid-July 

• After exam: research period/semester break – no lecture 

�԰ɵ��� students will be participating in the exchange with EUF during their spring term between March to August. Students can return as soon as all exams are completed. for exchange students at EUF.

Check with the Student Connect Centre to ensure you have room for open electives in your study. Your Program Chair or Associate Dean can also help with EUF course selection.

Cost to Participate

The overall 5-month exchange cost is estimated at CAD $9,000, which includes: 

• Airfare
• Ground Transportation
• Travel Insurance
• Accommodations
• Meals
• Tuition Costs 
• Study Visa 

This is a self-directed endeavor; students will be accountable for organizing and covering the expenses required for their participation with understanding that cost may fluctuate and the above are only estimates. The �԰ɵ��� Abroad Office and the Incoming Exchange Students team at EUF will be available to offer assistance and guidance throughout the process.

Funding Opportunities

The EUF Exchange Award, provided jointly by the International Division and the School of Arts and Education, aims to reduce the financial burden on students participating in the exchange with EUF. This award is a testament to our commitment to providing inclusive and accessible international education opportunities.  

Successful candidates participating in the EUF Exchange will automatically receive this exchange award.

More funding opportunities.

Timeline and Process 

Application Opens: August 15, 2025 

Application Closes: September 20, 2025 

Shortlisting and Interviews: September 22 – 30, 2025 

Notification of Result: October 6, 2025 

�԰ɵ��� Nomination to EUF: By October 10 

Student notified by EUF to submit application: By November 1 

Prep work by student: November – February 

Arrive at EUF: By March 1 

About �԰ɵ��� (�԰ɵ���) 

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Academic Program Information

Semester Dates 

• Fall Term: September to December 

  • Reading Week - 2nd week in October (no classes) 

• Winter Term: January to April 

  • Reading Week - 3rd week in February (no classes) 

• Spring Term: May to June 

• Summer Term: July to August 

Learning Experience 

You can expect to engage in a wide variety of learning experiences at �԰ɵ���, including lectures, interactive discussions, individual and group projects, student-led presentations, experiential activities, labs, and more. Connect with our Academic Advisors in the Student Connect Centre, virtually or in person, for help with course selection.

Course Information

There are also a wide variety of courses offered at �԰ɵ��� you can choose from. The following table provides an overview of the different disciplines and can guide specific course selection. 

To view the full list of courses, please visit our course guide here. 

Before registering for any courses, it is important to consult with your home institution to ensure courses taken at �԰ɵ��� are transferable to EUF. 

Bachelor of Education Program Information 

The degree program at �԰ɵ��� is a four-year program that prepares future teachers to design high-quality, socially responsible and authentic learning opportunities that meet learner needs. 

The provide an overview of the Bachelor of Education Degree program at �԰ɵ���. We offer specializations in (Kindergarten to Grade 4), (Grades 5 to 9) and (Grades 10 to 12). 

You will work with the Program Chair of the Bachelor of Education program to select courses that are of interest to you and are available during your semester of study at �԰ɵ���. 

Education Courses

Students from EUF are welcome to join any of the following EDUC courses

EDUC 1301 - Interpersonal Relationships 

EDUC 1302 - Educational Technology

EDUC 1304 - Inclusive Learning Environments

EDUC 1305 - Child Development

EDUC 1500 - The Teaching Profession (includes field experience)

EDUC 2500 - Social Equity & Inclusion 

EDUC 2803 - Language Learning and Literacy

EDUC 2804 - Numeracy 

EDUC 2805 - Foundational Knowledge

EDUC 2312 - Designing Learning 

EDUC 4311 - Indigenous Ways 

EDUC 4342 - Designing Integrated Learning

Estimated Cost: 

Living and Learning in Red Deer 

View the information below to learn more about �԰ɵ��� and the central Alberta region. 

Entrance into Canada for Academic Studies 

“Foreign nationals may enter Canada or remain in Canada without a study permit to attend a course or program of study of 6 months’ duration or less [].” Government of Canada website

For study in Canada 6 months or less: 

•  (eTA) or  (TRV, also called a Visitor Visa) is required to travel to Canada 

• A study permit is �Դdz� required unless you want to work while in Canada

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• A study permit is strongly recommended, even if you are studying in Canada for less than 6 months 

For study in Canada lasting longer than 6 months: 

•  o��  is required to travel to Canada 

• Study permit is required -  

For general information about international student study, review the  website. 
 
�԰ɵ��� International Division also has information specific to . 

Application to �԰ɵ��� 

Interested students will be nominated by EUF to the �԰ɵ��� Abroad Office. Once the nomination is accepted, students will be invited to and submit it directly to International Admissions with your EUF nomination.

COVID-19 

Canada ended entry requirements related to COVID-19 in October 2022. For the most current COVID-19 information, see . 

Contact Information 

Visit  to learn about studying at �԰ɵ���. For questions and inquiries, email �԰ɵ��� Abroad. 

 In partnership with  a�Ի� , �԰ɵ��� is excited to offer our Bachelor of Biological Sciences students an opportunity to apply their learning at a turtle sanctuary in Costa Rica.  

Timing is coordinated around the regular turtle nesting season in Costa Rica, which occurs between July and December. 

Experience Options:

Volunteer Experience:

• Spend 3 weeks in Costa Rica and get immersed in a full-contact experience with nature and coastal communities of the Southern Nicoya Peninsula. &�Բ�����;

• Protection and conservation activities including direct work with the sea turtle conservation program, and community connections. &�Բ�����;

  Research Assistant Experience: 

• This position is hired by CREMA for 10 weeks or more in Costa Rica  

• Working with the Project Coordinator with all aspects of the research project, including managing volunteers, leading night patrols, organizing community environmental education activities, and station house maintenance. 

• Take biometric data from nesting sea turtles, tag their front flippers, and move their nests to a protected area during beach patrols. 

• Find out more about research assistant by visiting . 

Eligibility Requirements 

Students must complete the 2nd year of the Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences at �԰ɵ��� by June of the experience year to be eligible to apply. Students must be in their 3rd or 4th year when participating in the experience. &�Բ�����;

For example, if you would like to apply for the 2025 abroad experience, you must finish your 2nd year of study by June 2025. You will submit your application when it opens while you are still in your 2nd year. 

Experience Dates

For Volunteer: 

• 2025 Tentative Experience Dates:  

  • Summer Cohort: Jul 21 – Aug 13, 2025 

  • Fall Cohort: Sep 25 – Oct 20, 2025 

• Project site location is assigned by Turtle Trax 

  For Research Assistant: 

• 2025 Tentative Experience Dates:  

  • Summer to Fall: Aug 15 – Oct 25, 2025 

  • Fall: Sep 25 – Dec 5, 2025 or Oct 5 – Dec 15, 2025 

• Project site location is assigned by CREMA 

Course Information 

Students who successfully complete the experience will be awarded credits in SCIE 4901 Applied Study Credit (3 Credits). &�Բ�����;

Research Assistant participants have the option to do further research and receive additional credits for BIOL 4902 (3 credits) or BIOL 4905 (6 credits). Additional research course availability is limited and will require approval from a supporting faculty supervisor. Students must have a faculty supervisor aligned by mid-March to be considered to participate in research projects.

Research project option is not available for volunteer participants. 

Housing 

Accommodations and meals will be arranged and provided to students by Turtle Trax and CREMA, covering three basic meals each day and basic accommodations for the experience.  &�Բ�����;

Accommodations will be in shared-style layouts, may include bunk beds as the primary setup. These accommodations will be assigned by the host organization and may be co-ed. 

Experience Cost 

For Volunteer: 

Experience cost is estimated around $7,000 CAD that includes: 

• Airfare, to and from Costa Rica 

• Travel Insurance 

• Travel Immunizations 

• Transportation Assistance Package from Turtle Trax (Airport Drop-off/Pick-up in Costa Rica and transport to project site) 

• Meals and Accommodation 

• Patrol Supplies  

• First-aid lesson 

• Spanish lessons 

For Research Assistant: 

Experience cost is estimated around $4,500 CAD that includes: 

• Airfare, to and from Costa Rica 

• Transportation Assistance Package from Turtle Trax (Airport Drop-off/Pick-up in Costa Rica and transport to project site) 

• Assistantship Fee (USD$120 to USD$180 per week depending on project site) 

• Meals and Accommodation covered by the Assistantship Fee 

• Travel Insurance 

• Travel Immunizations 

• Patrol Supplies  

• First-aid lesson 

• Spanish lessons 

Application Timeline

2025 Application Opens: January 15th, 2025 

2025 Application Closes: February 16th, 2025 &�Բ�����;

Application Screening: February 17th - 20th, 2025

Notification: February 21st, 2025

Nomination to Turtle Trax and CREMA: March 3rd, 2025 

Contact Us 

Questions? Email �԰ɵ��� Abroad. 

Courses successfully completed through ISEP Summer Abroad will be awarded open elective credits or students can request that their ISEP program credit be directly transferred to an equivalent course of their program. These direct transfers can be assessed on a case-by-case basis. A fee of $ 150 CAD will be charged to transfer the course(s) back to �԰ɵ���. 

For open electives to be considered as part of their program, students must meet with the Student Connect Centre, before applying with ISEP, to ensure there is room for open elective(s) in their program.

For direct transfer, a letter of permission (LOP) is required for students to take the course at an institution abroad. The LOP costs $40 CAD. Students with or without any open electives in their program are eligible to apply for ISEP programs. 

Please note: 

• All program prices are listed in USD.
• Flights are not included in the program cost. 

• Find out the availability of open electives remaining in your program by contacting the Student Connect Centre.
• If you are considering course equivalency transfer instead of open electives, book an advising appointment in Step 3 to discuss with our �԰ɵ��� Abroad advisor.
• Students choosing course equivalency transfer are required to have a letter of permission (LOP) to complete the chosen courses abroad. Please plan ahead and allow at least 2 months for the course assessment to be done prior to travel.
• Find out more about ISEP's Scholarship opportunities ! 

Book an appointment with the �԰ɵ��� Abroad Office to discuss program options, eligibility, course equivalency transfer, scholarships, and any questions you may have.

Create an and request to start an application. 

Be aware of . (ISEP Summer Deadlines are typically published during the Fall). 

Gather application documents such as passport and transcript to apply. 

Complete and submit your application no later than the and pay the application fee. The �԰ɵ��� Abroad Office will review and approve your application before the application is submitted to ISEP. 

Placement occurs 1-2 weeks after the published deadlines. If you wish to be accepted sooner, submit the application by the priority deadline. 

Course Selection: 

Once students are placed, you will have approximately 1 week to submit your course list to ISEP. This should include a few courses that the student would be interested in taking. 

Official course selection varies depending on program/institution. Students will officially register for classes either during the pre-departure period after they've been confirmed by the host coordinator, or once they arrive to their program.  

Acceptance Package: 

After submitting the course list, students will receive the acceptance package in their ISEP portal once the host coordinator confirmed. Students will need to sign the package and pay the program deposit. 

Review everything you need to know before you depart via ISEP's page. 

Students are highly recommended to join the workshops ISEP offers including Visa workshops and other  s��������DzԲ�.&�Բ�����;

Contact the host coordinator for any questions you have including arrival to the institution. Some institutions offer pre-departure orientation that provide important information. 

Stay in contact with our �԰ɵ��� Abroad Office during your travel! 

Questions? Email �԰ɵ��� Abroad