Travel opportunities during University vacations

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Travel programmes organised by the Global Experiences Team

Our team works to enable travel opportunities for Lancaster University students, some of which are co-delivered by Lancaster's overseas campuses and teaching partners. We believe that no one should be excluded on the basis of cost alone, which is why we are happy to support overseas placements by the Lancaster Global Travel Fund and Turing Scheme.

Students that would like to apply for funding for the following:

  • Summer Schools
  • Green Camp, Bali
  • ThinkPacific, Fiji (and other sites)
  • EcoSwell, Peru
  • Self-found opportunities

You can apply here using the Turing Scheme Application Guide

Students who would like to participate in the Malaysia programmes:

  • The Malaysian Experience or
  • Planetary Health & Sustainability in the Tropics

Please note that funding is included within the Malaysia programmes to automatically reduce of programme fees; funding does not need to be applied for separately.

You can apply here using the Malaysia Programmes Application Guide

The deadline for applying for all programmes and funding above is 28th February 2025.

Visit us on the ASK portal for information about trips available for current students.

Current travel opportunities

Summer schools at Lancaster's global partners

Lancaster University has exchange partnerships with a number of universities around the world. Students can participate in summer schools run by these institutions, often at a discounted rate.

Effecting positive change over the vacation period

Lancaster University has partnered with a range of organisations who deliver volunteer programmes that is focused on sustainability and the UN's Development Goals. Students have the opportunity to use their vacation period to create positive change in dream locations,

Vacation Travel Partners

Vacation Travel Partners

Get in touch

Lancaster University Global Experiences Funding Team

Welcome Centre, Bowland College, Lancaster University LA1 4YT

Email: globalexperiencesfunding@lancaster.ac.uk

Telephone: +44 (0)1524 592035