The Faculty of Applied Science works with 17 partner institutions in Asia, Australia and Europe to match their courses to the UBC Applied Science curriculum. Our partner institutions are recognized internationally as academic leaders and were selected because their course offerings complement UBC Applied Science degree programs.
Explore different partner institutions, read testimonials from past CIE students, investigate possible accommodation options at each destination, consider your budget in relation to the region you want to travel to, and see how the term dates will work with your program.
Applied Science students also have the option to apply for other international experiences beyond the designated CIE partners. You can view the list of all other international experiences on the Go Global website.
Partner Institutions
City University of Hong Kong
Term 1: Aug – Dec, Term 2: Jan – MayEstablished in 1984, the City University of Hong Kong has just under 10,000 students, of which 35% are international. In 2018, the Times Higher Education World University Rankings ranked it seventh in the “young university” category and 60th in terms of engineering and technology.
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Term 1: Sep – Dec, Term 2: Jan – MayThe Hong Kong University of Science and Technology has quickly positioned itself as one of the world’s foremost international research universities. In 2018, it was ranked 44th overall and 18th for engineering and technology in The Times Higher Education World University Rankings, and achieved second spot for young universities. The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology prides itself on its vibrant research interdisciplinary culture, partnerships with industry and entrepreneurial spirit.
Nanyang Technological University
Term 1: Aug – Dec, Term 2: Jan – MayRecognized as one of Asia’s top universities, the Nanyang Technological University in Singapore has more than 30,000 students from 100 countries. In 2018, it was ranked 52nd in the world and 16th for engineering and technology by The Times Higher Education World University Rankings. Its College of Engineering is the fifth-most cited engineering faculty in the world.
National University of Singapore
Term 1: Aug – Dec, Term 2: Jan – MayThe National University of Singapore is well known for research strengths in engineering and its strong connections with the country’s research institutes and centres. Consistently ranked as one of the world’s top universities, the National University of Singapore was the top university in Asia in 2018 and the eighth in the world in engineering and technology, according to the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
University of Hong Kong
Term 1: Aug – Dec, Term 2: Jan – MayThe University of Hong Kong was founded in 1911, making it the oldest university in the city. In 2018, it was ranked 40th overall and 30th for engineering and technology in The Times Higher Education World University Rankings. This research-driven university boasts 111 professors who are ranked in the top percent of global scientists and has a vibrant community of 30,000 students from 104 countries.