[United Kingdom] University of leeds – Exchange Program for Semester 2 2026/27

Greeting From Leeds!

University of Leeds is a leading research-intensive university in the United Kingdom, recognised for its academic excellence, innovative research, and strong international outlook. The University provides a diverse range of academic programmes and opportunities for international exchange, collaborative research, and student mobility. Through its commitment to academic excellence, global engagement, and societal impact, the University of Leeds supports students in developing professional competencies, critical thinking, global perspectives, and intercultural understanding.

We are pleased to announce the Exchange Program for Semester 2 2026/27 are now open.

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ELIGIBILITY

1. Be an active Universitas Gadjah Mada student (Undergraduate, Master’s, or Doctoral).
2. Be officially nominated by UGM Office of International Affairs (OIA).
3. Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.00.
4. Have completed at least one year of study before the exchange program begins.
5. Remain enrolled as a UGM student throughout the exchange period (must not graduate during the program).
6. Have completed at least one year of study by the time you arrive in Leeds, with a GPA of 3.0 (US system), 5.5 (Australian system) or equivalent accepted qualifications.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

1. Official Academic Transcript
2. Letter of Enrollment from Faculty
3. Letter of Nomination from Faculty (addressed to the Head of Office of International Affairs UGM)
4. Letter of Recommendation from the Academic Advisor
5. Curriculum Vitae
6. Colored Copy of Passport
7. Confirmation Letter of Participation (download) 
8. Passport Size Photo 
9. Motivation Letter
10. Proficiency in Japanese (if applicable)
11. English Language Certificate

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Submit the aforementioned documents to UGM International Exposure Application Form: http://ugm.id/IntExposureApplication no later than 15 October 2026 for internal review.
2. OIA staff will evaluate your application. Once you are selected as Nominated Applicants, OIA will confirm your official nomination to University of leeds and you may proceed to the online application.
3. The FINAL decision is from University of leeds.  

IMPORTANT NOTES

• In case the faculty could not provide the letter of enrollment and nomination during this period, the official nomination through email from the faculty is acceptable. The official nomination could be delivered to head-oia@ugm.ac.id (cc to scholarship@ugm.ac.id)

CONSULTATION INFO

If you have any questions regarding this program, you can contact us in OIA’s office hour:

• WhatsApp: +62 812-1888-7818 (WA)
• Email: oia@ugm.ac.id

Virtual consultation: https://ugm.id/AppointmentOIAUGM