On the afternoon of 24 September, the first study abroad exchange sharing session of Dundee International Institute of Central South University was successfully held. The session featured invited experience sharing talks by Yan Yongning (Year 2022, Mathematics), Xiong Yi and Liu Ye (Year 2022, Mechanical Engineering).

At the session, Yan Yongning first introduced the Canadian Mitacs government-funded overseas programme. She provided a comprehensive overview of Canada’s academic research environment and resources from multiple perspectives, including programme experience, funding policies, academic disciplines, application procedures, and life in the cities.

Subsequently, Liu Ye drew on her own experience to present the summer research programme at the University of Notre Dame in the United States. She provided a detailed explanation focused on topics of concern to students, such as academic exchange and quality of life, and offered an in-depth analysis of key issues including application procedures, language requirements, and visa acquisition.

Next, Xiong Yi shared information about the summer research programme at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, presenting its research conditions and the university’s academic background from multiple perspectives. She highlighted the excellent facilities of the university’s laboratories, demonstrating the high quality research resources available to students.