Outgoing exchange / mobility
The Outgoing Mobility programme at the University of the Free State (UFS) provides students with the opportunity to study abroad at one of our international partner institutions. Through programmes such as Erasmus+, students can gain international academic experience while continuing their studies toward a UFS qualification.
These mobility opportunities are designed to ensure that academic credits obtained abroad are recognised and transferred back to UFS, allowing students to remain on track with their studies.
UFS Outgoing Mobility Accordion
Outgoing mobility opportunities are available to undergraduate students (from the second year) and postgraduate students.
- Exchanges are typically for one semester
- Students remain registered at UFS during the exchange period
- Courses taken abroad must be pre-approved for credit transfer
- Students should regularly check their official UFS student email for mobility calls and opportunities.
- Gain international academic exposure and broaden knowledge
- Experience different teaching and learning styles
- Develop independence, adaptability, and intercultural competence
- Enhance career prospects and employability
- Registered UFS students in good academic standing.
- Undergraduate students (minimum second year).
- Honours students.
- Master’s students.
- PhD students.
Students must complete an application during the official call period and submit all required supporting documents.
- Academic transcript
- Motivation letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Proof of registration
- Letter of academic support (for postgraduate students)
Applications are assessed based on:
- Academic performance
- Quality of motivation
- Alignment of courses with student's qualification
- Institutional and faculty approval
Applications are assessed based on:
- Flights
- Monthly stipend
Students receiving NSFAS funding may still participate in approved mobility opportunities without cancelling their NSFAS funding
- Applications must be submitted before the stated closing date.
- Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Final placement is subject to:
- Partner university acceptance
- Academic approval
- Availability of funding
Students are encouraged to:
- Consult with their academic advisor regarding credit transfer
- Attend information sessions
- Research partner universities and available courses
- Ensure they have or apply for a valid passport