Study Abroad Programs Coordinator

Boston Universty - Study Abroad London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Critical Illness cover

Life Assurance

CashPlan scheme

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Boston University Global Programmes – Study Abroad in London seeks a CGS Programme Coordinator to support the CGS summer programme and broader BU London offerings. You will coordinate field trips, onboarding, and academic support for around 1,200 students annually.

You will work with faculty across campuses, manage schedule planning, and ensure visa compliance and pastoral care for students and visiting faculty.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience.
• Experience coordinating similar programmes in a small team.
• Excellent communication with senior stakeholders.
• Well organised with attention to detail.
• Calm, professional under pressure; proactive and responsive.
• Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities.
• Proficient with learning technologies in higher education.
• Knowledge of HE administration and visa processes helpful.

Responsibilities

• Lead academic programme delivery on-site in London with field trips and guest lectures.
• Coordinate prearrival communications with colleagues in Boston and students.
• Support Academic Affairs leadership in managing BU London programmes.
• Collaborate with London and Boston teams to plan calendars and syllabi.
• Provide academic support and pastoral care to students and faculty.
• Assist in orientation planning and visa compliance activities.
• Travel occasionally to Boston for meetings and programme promotion.

Skills

Degree or equivalent

Programme coordination

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Calm under pressure

Problem solving

Multi-project management

Learning technologies

HE experience

Academic administration

Cultural awareness

UK visa knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Job description

Boston University Global Programmes – Study Abroad in London seeks a CGS Programme Coordinator to support the CGS summer programme and broader BU London offerings. You will coordinate field trips, onboarding, and academic support for around 1,200 students annually.

You will work with faculty across campuses, manage schedule planning, and ensure visa compliance and pastoral care for students and visiting faculty.