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Global Education Opportunities

International Educational Experiences of UNSW students

Summer Volunteer Program from AIESEC

Posted by on August 6th, 2014 · 2014, UNSW Summer Break, Volunteer

Want to make a difference in the world and gain life long leadership skills? Become part of an ever growing organisation of youths, changing the world step by step! But you better hurry because…

LAST ROUND for AIESEC GO VOLUNTEER applications are CLOSING!
To learn about our go volunteer program, check out the link below:
http://issuu.com/karlli/docs/go_volunteer_program___unsw_/1

AND to check out the projects we have on offer, check out this link!

https://docs.google.com/a/aiesec.net/file/d/0B1jttv1ux_9PSE05Z3BpRzVxYk5pWW96aEZpMi1YdmxNTWFJ/edit

GO, GO, GO VOLUNTEER!!
https://podio.com/webforms/7877361/593166

Find us at:

www.aiesecaustralia.org
https://www.facebook.com/aiesecunsw

Study intensive French in January 2015

Posted by on August 6th, 2014 · 2015, Language

Interested in studying languages overseas this summer holiday? Here is the exciting opportunity for you…

Intensive French in Vichy – France

With classes taught at 15 different levels, this French program based in Vichy is the most effective and enjoyable way to improve your skills and pick up conversation tips. Students will take classes, in groups corresponding to their level of French, and workshops based on themes such as French civilisation, Extending vocabulary, Everyday life, Grammar practice, French through songs, Written communication and also French through the media and oral communication.

“The highlight was being able to put into practice the French that I had already learnt and equally meeting the people who are like minded. The host family open their home and provide the perfect environment to develop your communication skills but beyond this is the lifetime friendship that is established”

Emily Jay – University of Newcastle

Did you know…?

You may be eligible to gain credit towards your degree for this program.

Over $6000 in Government funding is available for eligible students.
Places are limited so Apply now!

For more information, go to www.aimoverseas.com.au, call (02) 9975 7792 or email info@aimoverseas.com.au

Study International Environmental Law and HR Law overseas in January

Posted by on August 6th, 2014 · 2015, Arts and Social Science, Law, UNSW Summer Break

International Law and Human Rights – Czech Republic

Over 3 intensive weeks, you will be studying in the beautiful city of Brno in the Czech Republic; home to many of its legal institutions. It is a great opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of International Law and Human Rights from a European perspective through interactive lectures, site visits and field trips.

“We had the time of our lives!! An incredible learning experience with some of the most impressive lecturers, and with fantastic activities and visits involved; you form an amazing friendship with people from all over the world”

Ellen Thompson, Queensland University of Technology

http://aimoverseas.com.au/program/international-law-human-rights/

International Environmental Law – The Netherlands

This exciting course looks at the nationalisation of environmental law at Maastricht University in the Netherlands. Situated in the beautiful student city of Maastricht, students will learn through an excellent mix of classes, field trips and site visits. Classes will cover the some topics such as: environmental litigation and international dispute resolution:compliance and enforcement; European environmental law and economic development, etc.

“Taking part in this program was one of the most amazing and exciting things I have ever done. I met some amazing people and saw some amazing sights. Being surrounded by all the history and wonder of Europe, especially when everything is covered in dazzlingly white snow, was an incredible feeling, and I would do every bit of it again in a heartbeat.”

Garth Andrews – University of Wollongong

http://aimoverseas.com.au/program/international-environmental-law/

Did you know…?

You may be eligible to gain credit towards your degree for this program.

Over $6000 in Government funding is available for eligible students.
Places are limited so Apply now!

For more information, go to www.aimoverseas.com.au, call (02) 9975 7792 or email info@aimoverseas.com.au

Winter Sport program at the University of Minnesota

Posted by on August 6th, 2014 · 2015, UNSW Summer Break

AIM Overseas will be offering the Winter Sport program, taught at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, United States.

This 3-week program in January 2015 is ideal for students studying outdoor recreation, sport management, physical education, kinesiology, or tourism. Some highlights of the program are:
• Developing critical outdoor leadership and programming skills
• Learning essential winter technical skills
• Experiencing the beauty of winter in the US heartland.

 

Please check the syllabus Winter Sports Draft Syllabus_v2

OR  click here for detailed information.

Internship Expo and Volunteer Expo

Posted by on July 28th, 2014 · 2014, Internships

30 Jul 2014 – 11:30am  |  UNSW, John Niland Scientia Building

The UNSW Internship Expo and Volunteer Expo will both be held on the same day at the same location:
  • Date: Wednesday 30 July.
  • Location: UNSW, John Niland Scientia Building.

Internship Expo – 11am to 2pm

Open to all non-final-year students from all faculties, the Internship Expo is a chance for students to meet and discuss internship opportunities with employer representatives. Many organisations recruit graduates through their vacation and Internship programs.

Volunteer Work Expo – 3 to 5pm

Open to all UNSW students, the purpose of the Volunteer Work Expo is to bring not-for-profit organisations and students together.

Confucius Institute at UNSW – Newsletter

Posted by on July 23rd, 2014 · Uncategorized

The Confucius Institute at UNSW has several exciting events being held in August 2014.  These events include:

  • Confucius Conversations with the Hon Tanya Plibersek MP, Shadow Minister for Foreign Affairs & International Development: 12 August 2014
  • Explore Chinese University Museums: 20th – 22nd Aug 2014
  • Special Gala Performance with Shanghai Jiao Tong University Orchestra & Dance Troupe: Friday 22 August 2014

See the Newsletter for CI Event Aug 2014 for further details.

APPLY FOR EXCHANGE S2 2015 NOW

Posted by on July 21st, 2014 · Uncategorized
Application deadline for S2, 2015 is 24 October 2014
Register to attend a Faculty information session

Australian Government Scholarships including the New Colombo Plan are available

International SOS: What’s in it for you?

Posted by on July 14th, 2014 · 2014, Art and Design, Arts and Social Science, Built Environment, Business, Engineering, Law, Medicine, Science, Student Exchange, UNSW organised, UNSW Summer Break

EXPRESS WEBINAR | MONDAY 21 JULY 2014 | 2PM AEST

UNSW has partnered with International SOS, the world’s leading medical and travel security services company, to look after you when you are away from home.
In this express 30-minute webinar, you’ll learn:
• How International SOS can help you prepare for your next UNSW related trip
• How to get help while you are away
• What happens if the unthinkable happens
• 4 top tips to get back home safely, every time
BONUS: All webinar registrants will receive a copy of our pre-departure checklist, as well as the webinar recording and presentation slides.

REGISTER: http://go.internationalsos.com/FY15-Jul-MembershipBriefing-Registration.html

Photo Competition for Current UNSW Outbound Exchange Students!

Posted by on July 10th, 2014 · 2014, Competition, Student Exchange, UNSW Winter Break

For all UNSW students currently on exchange overseas (including summer/winter courses) don’t forget about our photo competition!

The theme is “Take me somewhere new!” and there are two Grand Prizes are worth $200 each! Please click here to view the flyer, which details what we are looking for in the photo. You should also be sure to read the Terms & Conditions. Please make sure you read both of the attachments before you start snapping away!

The deadline is July 31st 2014 so get yourselves pretty and get snapping 😉

 

The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) announces the availability of scholarships for a Deutschlandkundlicher Winterkurs

Posted by on July 8th, 2014 · 2015, Arts and Social Science, Language, Scholarship Opportunities, UNSW Summer Break

The Deutschlandkundlicher Winterkurs is for advanced German language students. It runs for 6 weeks in January and February 2015

 

In co-operation with the University of Duisburg-Essen (Fakultät für Geisteswissenschaften), Albert-Ludwigs-University Freiburg (SLI-SprachLehrInstitut), University of Leipzig (interDaF e.V., Herder-Institut), University to Cologne (Akademisches Auslandsamt, Lehrbereich DaF), Kassel (Institut für Sprachen, IfS), FH Aachen (Sprachenakademie Aachen/Sprachenzentrum), Duesseldorf and Berlin (Institut für Internationale Kommunikation e. V., IIK), the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is once again offering scholarships for a six-week Deutschlandkundlicher Winterkurs from January to February 2015. This is an exciting opportunity for Bachelor, Master and PhD students with a sound knowledge of German (min. B1, preferably B2) wanting to improve their language skills and their understanding of contemporary affairs and aiming for further (postgraduate) studies.

 

The course is open to all Australian and New Zealand Bachelor, Master and PhD students. All lectures of the Deutschlandkundlicher Winterkurs will be held in German.

 

Duration and locations

  • Courses will last six weeks from January to February 2015 (exact dates depend on selected course. Our 2014-15 Course Brochure is online available http://ic.daad.de/sydney/winterkurs.htm)
  • Applicants will be able to nominate a preferred course location on the application form
  • Accommodation is booked via the course organiser

 

Scholarships include

  • A flat rate tuition fee allowance of EUR 750 (ca. AUD 1080)
  • A travel allowance of EUR 550 (ca. AUD 790)
  • A part-cost grant of EUR 975 (ca. AUD 1400) for living expenses

Participants should allow EUR 250 to EUR 300 (ca. AUD 400, depending on the current exchange rate) of their own funds for additional expenses.

 

Eligibility Requirements

  • Applicants must have an Australian or New Zealand passport.
  • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the commencement of the Hochschulwinterkurs (by January).
  • Applicants must be currently enrolled at an Australian or New Zealand university.
  • Applications are open to students in Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes of all
  • subject areas who will have completed at least two academic years of studies at the
  • time of starting their funded stay (by January), as well as to PhD students.
  • Students in their last year of a Bachelor’s programme are entitled to apply if they intend to start a Master’s (or Honours) degree programme immediately after completing their Bachelor degree. Please include a letter of confirmation by the higher education institution as proof should you have one; otherwise please state your intention of starting a Master’s or Honours programme in your letter of motivation.
  • Applicants must prove a sound knowledge of German in order to be able to follow lectures and work in study groups. By January, applicants must have completed at least 2 years of German (not necessarily at university) and gained language skills at the European level B1, preferably B2. Please note that the language certificates B1 or TestDaF to TDN3 should be no more than one year old in all examined sections. Language certificates from B2 or TDN4 may be older in all examined sections. In case a language certificate cannot be supplied, applicants can include a DAADSprachzeugnis (which is available in our Application Pack), that has to be completed by a recognised German teacher.
  • In order to be eligible applicants must not have received a Deutschlandkundlicher Winterkurs scholarship within the last three years.

 

Application

Application Pack and further information are available online http://ic.daad.de/sydney/winterkurs.htm

Please make sure all details have been filled in correctly – especially exam results. Please remember to indicate a preferred course location.

The deadline is August 1, 2014. You will be deemed to have applied by the deadline in one of the following two ways:

i) Your applications has reached us in Sydney by 1 August 2014

OR

ii) You have sent your application via Australian Express Post postmarked 1 August 2014.

Please hand in one original application and one copy to

DAAD Information Centre

c/o Goethe-Institut Sydney

90 Ocean Street

Woollahra NSW 2025

 

Please note that incomplete applications as well as applications to DAAD headquarters in Bonn will not be considered.

 

Please contact daad.australia@gmail.com with any questions or consult http://ic.daad.de/sydney/

Applicants will be informed about decisions in late October 2014.

 

Note for UNSW Students

Credit transfer is at the discretion of your faculty. You must apply for credit through cross institutional studies or advanced standing.

Please email advisor4globaled@unsw.edu.au if you are successful in receiving a placement. You may also be eligible to apply for the ICGM Scholarship also. Details are available here.