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The British Columbia Study Abroad (BCSA) Consortium is a group of BC post-secondary institutions that work together to encourage students to gain international academic experience by offering short-term study abroad programs across disciplines and countries around the world.

Go ahead; Make the World Your Classroom!

Megan Graham, Thompson Rivers University, winner of the BC Study Abroad: Stories from Abroad Scholarship

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Announcing the Winners of our Scholarship

Thank you to everyone who participated in our scholarship!

We are pleased to announce the winners of the spring 2020 Stories from Abroad: British Columbia Study Abroad Scholarship...

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Congrats to Gabriela from UVIC!

Gabriela Rivera, University of Victoria, winner of the spring 2020 BC Study Abroad Scholarship

Study Abroad Destination: France

Gabriela is a fourth...

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Congrats to Georgia from NIC!

Georgia Rodgers​, North Island College​, winner of the spring 2020 BC Study Abroad Scholarship

Study Abroad Destination: Heidelberg, Germany

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Posted by BCSAadmin on 02/05/2020

Home Sweet Home!

By: Porsche Campbell, Kwantlen Polytechnic University, winner of the spring 2019 BC Study Abroad: Stories from Abroad Scholarship

Study Abroad Destination: India

After months of travelling, it feels amazing to be back home in Vancouver, BC. My time abroad in Kerala, India was nothing short of amazing. Most importantly, my outlook on life, my career as a nurse and my appreciation for my country were positively heightened. As I settle back into my reality and day-to-day life I have begun to reflect on my experiences as a student nurse in India, incorporating the lessons I’ve learnt into my work as a nurse in Canada. The biggest lesson I took away from my travels abroad was the importa...

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Testimonials

Go for it. Get out of your comfort zone and explore the world. It will be one of the best decisions you will ever make in your life. Guaranteed.

Susan Seto, MBA graduate

It isn’t just school and educational experience you gain, its culture, the chance to travel extensively and meet new friends. What’s better than that?!

Emma Forster, Camosun College

3 out of 4 students that studied abroad reported that they acquired skill sets that influenced their career path. 

US IES Study, 2004

What are you going to do there? Listen. Reflect. Transform. We will stop asking what 'we'can do for 'them' and start asking how we can listen to each other and develop a truly sustainable global system together, remembering that sustainability is a three-pronged pursuit: Environmental, Social, and Economic.

Betsy Agar, Capilano University

I would have to say that some of the best things about the Italy Tour for KPE students is to experience health sciences and kinesiology on a global scale. Kinesiology is a newer area of study (compared to other sciences) and to see how and what students are experiencing on a global scale intrigued and inspired me to further my studies and education. I feel that the connections are irreplaceable and one of a kind. I made friendships that will last a life time and we only had 2 weeks together.

Sarah, University of the Fraser Valley

 extraordinary, educational, raw, unexpected, and fun

Sue Hogan, Capilano University

The Italian Study Tour was overall an amazing experience. It was incredible having the opportunity to interact with other sport-science students from all over Europe in a unique learning environment. Engaging in wide variety of activities the study tour offered was a highlight as it allowed for bonding between students and also a chance to enjoy the beautiful scenery Italy had to offer.

Jenny, University of the Fraser Valley

It was by far the best thing I did for myself in terms of personal and professional growth

Susan Seto, MBA graduate

My experience in Italy was absolutely amazing. I met the nicest people there. Edusport did a wonderful job organizing the lectures and beach activities. I learned a lot of new information from the professors and played many interesting sports on the beach. It was the best 6 credits I have ever earned. The trip was worth every penny!

An, University of the Fraser Valley

The desire for independence and a sense of adventure were some of the driving forces behind my choices.

Melinda Ng, Winner of the BC Study Abroad: Stories from Abroad Scholarship, BCSA Writer in Residence

“The world is my home.” I realized that no matter where I am, I don’t need to miss home because I am home. Home is where one chooses to make it. Two months ago, home was in Abbotsford. Last month, home was in Arlon. Today, home is here in Rotterdam. I don’t know where my home will be next year, but I don’t feel worried about it anymore.

Oana Salcescu, BCSA Writer in Residence

I immediately wanted to go back and stay for a longer time. Reflecting on what we all accomplished as a group what really made the trip was each day I felt that we couldn't have done anymore spectacular evens. Each day was a hard, long and amazing day in London.

Karen E. Watkinson, Capilano University

There is something about physically traveling to a new place to learn that is unmatched in power and possibility

Dr. Dorothy Barenscott, Professor, Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Reflecting on what we all accomplished as a group what really made the trip was each day I felt that we couldn't have done any more spectacular events. Each day was a hard, long and amazing day in London.

Karen Watkinson, Capilano University

extraordinary, educational, raw, unexpected, and fun

Sue Hogan, Capilano University

Learning solely through books has its place, but actually getting out and experiencing the world is a whole different level. When you physically see the vast skies over the river, when you smell the dirt, flowers and trees after a downpour, when you taste the local food and see the smiles of its people; that’s absorbing knowledge.

Lisa King, Winner of the BC Study Abroad: Stories from Abroad Scholarship, BCSA Writer in Residence
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