International Challenges

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Some partners, including academic institutions, organizations, or third parties, put on International Competitions, that are open to students from around the world to participate, and compete on a set topic, often as a team though sometimes individually, to solve complex global challenges.  The parameters and eligibility are set by the organization or institution itself, as […]

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UTM Abroad Academic Experiences

At UTM Abroad we believe that international experiences can change your life. So, we created two streams of short-term international experiences that will build your global awareness, connect you to a network of like-minded peers and give you a space to develop personally, professionally & academically. And, they fit within your regular UTM semester. Both […]

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Reach: Global Research & Leadership

Join a global network of driven, interdisciplinary students committed to one powerful idea: leave no one behind. The Reach Alliance offers a transformative co-curricular research and leadership experience that combines academic mentorship, professional skill-building, and real-world impact—all rooted in the mission of advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As a Reach student researcher, […]

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International Course Module (ICM)

The International Course Module program provides an opportunity for the incorporation of an intensive international experiential module into the framework of existing undergraduate courses. ICMs usually take place over the November or February Reading Week, but an ICM can also take place in May for non-graduating students. ICMs are designed to enhance students’ classroom learning […]

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UTSC Arts and Science Coop

The Arts and Science Co-op Program provides students with work term opportunities where they can apply their knowledge in a professional environment. Students gain experience, skills, and knowledge that is vital to their ongoing career development. This program can take place in a government or public institution, industry or corporation, or a multi-lateral organization (e.g. UN […]

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UTSC Management Coop

UTSC Management Coop is an enriched Program that combines academic studies with work experience in public and private enterprises. Depending on their interests and abilities, students work in areas such as accounting, public administration, auditing, communications, economic development, finance, human resources/personnel, information systems, marketing, policy and strategic planning. […]

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Undergraduate Research Fund (URF)

The Undergraduate Research Fund fosters research experience at the undergraduate level by providing students with an opportunity to develop a research project of their own, for which there is no other available funding. This opportunity is specifically research based and can be conducted abroad. The Fund is to be used for research initiated by students, […]

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PEY Co-op Program

The PEY Co-op Program provides students with 12-16 month work term opportunities where they can apply their knowledge in a professional environment. Often in project-based and innovative settings, students gain experience, skills, and knowledge that is vital to their ongoing career development. […]

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