Student Opportunities
BRIDGE offers students a unique opportunity to broaden their academic and cultural horizons through exchanges at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and the University of Birmingham. Students from both institutions can immerse themselves in a new learning environment, experience a different culture, and gain a global perspective – all while earning credit towards their university degree.
Study at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, students can experience life at a leading public research university in the heart of the United States. Illinois offers a diverse and welcoming campus community, globally-renowned faculty, and a wide array of academic and extracurricular opportunities. Administered by the College of LAS International Programs, exchange students can choose from hundreds of courses in various disciplines, immersing themselves in the American university experience.
Housing
University Housing at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign offers 26 residence halls, 10 living learning communities, and nine dining halls. Additionally, Private Certified Housing and Apartment options are also available.
Learn more about University Housing at housing.illinois.edu.
Facilities
From agriculture to the performing arts and almost everything in between, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is home to several significant facilities.
Get to know more about some of our iconic campus landmarks via Global Education and Training.
Student Life
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is home to more than 800 Registered Student Organizations that cater to a variety of student interests.
Illinois is also home to 21 NCAA Division One athletics teams, which compete both nationally and within the Big Ten Conference.
Learn more about the BRIDGE Exchange Program at Illinois on the University of Birmingham’s study abroad website.
Study at the University of Birmingham
At the University of Birmingham, students have access to world-class facilities and a diverse range of academic programs, all in the United Kingdom’s second-largest city. On an exchange in Birmingham, administered by the College of LAS International Programs, students can choose to study for a semester or a full academic year, taking courses in their field of study or perhaps exploring new subjects.
Housing
Study Abroad students are guaranteed accommodation at the University of Birmingham. Students can choose from three villages, all of which are near campus, and include shared kitchen facilities.
Learn more about student accommodation on the University of Birmingham’s website.
Facilities
The University of Birmingham features many world-class teaching and research facilities. Campus, which spreads over 672 acres, features more than 200 buildings ranging from historic to state-of-the-art.
Read more about the University of Birmingham campus and take a virtual tour on Birmingham’s website.
Student Life
The University of Birmingham Student Union, one of the first-ever student unions, hosts over 300 student groups over a broad range of subjects.
In addition, the university’s Guild of Students maintains a robust and up-to-date calendar of campus events.
Learn more about the BRIDGE Exchange Program at Birmingham in Illinois’ MyStudyAbroad portal.
Contact
For more information about the BRIDGE Student Exchange Program, please contact LAS International Programs at las-studyabroad@illinois.edu