Study Abroad
Student Exchange Programmes (SEP)
At Lingnan University, the mission of the Student Exchange Programmes (SEP) is to support students in becoming global citizens through a one-term study exchange at partner institutions in Mainland China or abroad.
1. Official Programme Guidelines
Application Period: The Office of Global Education (OGE) officially opens applications every September. Watch for the OGE announcement email to submit your application within the designated window.
Registration & Status: You will remain registered as an active Lingnan student during your exchange and must return to Lingnan to complete your degree requirements.
- Eligibility:
Academic Requirement: Minimum Cumulative GPA (CGPA) of 2.50.
International Exchange (IEP): IELTS (minimum Band 6.0 overall) or TOEFL (minimum 79 iBT / 550 pBT).
Mainland Exchange: Putonghua proficiency requirements, depending on the host university.
2. Exchange Options for Application Planning
The OGE Exchange options 2027-28 provides key references for selecting partner institutions:
Target Partner Institutions: Cross-check the available quotas in the table regarding available seats of partner universities.
Academic & Language Eligibility: Please ensure you satisfy the host institution's minimum entry criteria before including it in your selection.
3. Standard SEP Application Timeline
| Period | Key Action / Milestone |
|---|---|
| Mid-Sept – Mid-Oct | Application Window: Apply via the OGE Online Application System; submit essay, study plan, academic reference, and TOEFL/IELTS scores. |
| Sept – Oct | Briefing Sessions: Attend OGE information sessions and explore host choices using the Exchange Options. |
| Late Dec – Early Jan | Selection Interviews: Participate in panel interviews conducted in English. |
| Early February | Application Results: Receive offer results via the online portal and confirm your acceptance. |
4. Exchange Information Sessions (ILP)
Venue: Lee Ying Lam Lecture Theatre (MB G07)
Date | Time |
| 18 Sept (Fri) | 1645-1745 |
| 29 Sept (Tue) | |
| 12 Oct (Mon) |


