Students on eligible courses at the University of Sunderland can participate in overseas study placements and work placements, traineeships or internships through funding provided by the UK Government's Turing Scheme.
Overview
Students on eligible courses at the University of Sunderland can participate in overseas study placements and work placements, traineeships or internships through funding provided by the UK Government's Turing Scheme.
International activities for 2025/26 must be between 14 days and 12 months, taking place between 1 September 2025 and 31 August 2026. Funding will only be provided for periods falling within the eligible activity timeframe. In order to receive funding, the majority of the placement must occur within the grant funding dates.
Travel cost funding and supplementary living cost support may be accessible for disadvantaged students, according to Turing Scheme guidelines. Enhanced assistance is also provided for students with special educational needs or disabilities.
University of Sunderland students participating in international activities during the 2025/2026 academic year must apply for the grant funding via e:Vision and will receive communication if their application has been successful.
Students must engage in study or work activities overseas to qualify for the Turing Scheme. Remote study/work arrangements are not eligible for grant funding.
Academic study at international higher education institutions
Work or elective placements overseas
International volunteer opportunities
Global summer internship programmes
2025/26 grant rates
Turing funding contributes to living expenses based on placement duration and location. International destinations are categorised in two cost of living groups:
Complete destination listings for each category can be found on the UK government website. Based on location, duration, and eligibility, daily funding ranges from £12–23. This translates to approximately £336–644 per month.
Placement duration
Group 1
Group 2
14 to 56 days
£19 per day
£17 per day
57 to 365 days
£14 per day
£12 per day
Students meeting any of the following criteria qualify for increased daily living allowances and travel cost contributions:
Students who are care-experienced
Students who have caring responsibilities
Students who are estranged (studying without the support and approval of their families)
Students receiving Universal Credit or income-related benefits because they are financially supporting themselves, or financially supporting themselves and someone who is dependent on them and living with them, such as a child or partner
Refugees and asylum seekers
Students with special educational needs or disabilities may access additional Turing Scheme support. Contact study.abroad@sunderland.ac.uk for detailed information.
Students from qualifying disadvantaged background criteria receive different rates:
Placement duration
Group 1
Group 2
14 to 56 days
£23 per day
£21 per day
57 to 365 days
£18 per day
£16 per day
The University of Sunderland distributes grants through two payments:
80% prior to or at placement commencement, following submission of all required documents to the Study Abroad Team
20% upon placement completion after submitting the necessary documentation
The Turing Scheme funding serves as a partial contribution toward overseas activity expenses and should not be expected to cover complete living costs.
International work experience
Contact your Programme Leader or the Study Abroad Team for details regarding international placement opportunities, application procedures, and deadlines.
Required documentation
Students confirmed as eligible for Turing Scheme grants must provide pre-travel documentation including:
Completed grant application
Completed form with provisional dates and country information
