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International

Global Learning

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Explore diverse approaches to creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship worldwide.

Creativity flourishes when you’re exposed to fresh ideas and diverse perspectives. Here at our world-renowned faculty, you’ll be empowered to travel the world, gain new perspectives, and explore professional development opportunities in creative metropolitan cities around the world.

Learn more about our Partnership Network
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Access a robust international portfolio

50+

Global academic partner institutions to enhance learning

120%

Growth in global travel intensive student participation (2019-2025)

750+

Students engaging in international learning opportunities per year

538%

Growth in semester exchange student participation (2019-2025)

Find Your Next Adventure

Semester Exchange
Travel Intensives
Global Campus Studio

Semester Exchange    

  • Apply in your 2nd year to travel on exchange in your 3rd year (Winter semester only)
  • Live abroad for 4-6 months and study alongside local students 
  • Pay regular tuition directly to Toronto Metropolitan University
  • ​​The courses you take at your host university will be transferred back to Toronto Metropolitan University and will count towards your degree requirements

  • Meet people from around the world and gain new and diverse perspectives
  • Discover new learning and career opportunities internationally
  • Immerse yourself in another culture 
  • Strengthen characteristics such as adaptability and intercultural understanding

Outbound

Are you a student at The Creative School interested in pursuing a semester exchange?

Inbound

Are you a visiting student interested in studying at The Creative School for an exchange semester?

Intensives

Travel Intensives

Discover global creative industries through courses, projects, and competitions while exploring diverse approaches to innovation.

Global Campus Studio

The Global Campus Studio is a transdisciplinary course fostering international collaboration and co-creation.

Learn more about our International Hubs

Cortona

Driven by partnerships with local cultural organizations and universities, The Creative School's Cortona Hub is a catalyst for creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship. Through an engaging summer experience, students apply creative thinking to local projects meant to celebrate the cultural heritage of the Etruscan town of Cortona. 

London

The Creative School London Hub introduces students to the local economic market through transatlantic creative projects with local partner universities both in person and virtually. Students can also access an alumni  mentorship group for career advice, job shadowing opportunities and the chance to develop professional connections within the United Kingdom.

New York City

The New York Hub provides students with immersive opportunities where they connect with industry professionals, gain first hand insights, and engage in collaborative projects that showcase the city’s dynamic spirit.

Dubai

With continued growth and partnership in the region, students in Dubai and Toronto will engage in two-way opportunities between the cities, further fostering an environment of academic excellence, diversity and global citizenship.

Contact us

Sadia Kamran

Associate Director, Communications and International Development

sadia.kamran@torontomu.ca

Aamina Mohamed-Edoo

International Coordinator

aamina.edoo@torontomu.ca