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Scholarships available for CISaustralia 2014 Winter Short Courses

Posted by on April 13th, 2014 · Art and Design, Arts and Social Science, Business, Language, Scholarship Opportunities, Self funded, Short courses, Uncategorized, UNSW Summer Break, UNSW Winter Break, Volunteer

Applications for the CISaustralia Winter 2014 Short Course Programs will be closing soon.

Program Specific Scholarships

July in Los Angeles (UCLA) Scholarship amount: A$250 – Deadline: 18 April 2014
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July in Chiang Mai 2014 Scholarship amount: A$300  – Deadline: 15 April 2014 (multiple available).

July in San Jose, Costa Rica 2014 Scholarship amount: A$400 – Deadline: 14 April 2014 (5 available).

Volunteer – Community Development in Tacloban City, Philippines (Rolling application dates). 
Fee waiver of A$300 for 4 week placements confirmed by 31 May 2014.

January in Otago, NZ 2015 Scholarship amount: $300  – Deadline: 20 October 2014 (multiple available)
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For more information on courses offered and how to apply, please go to: http://www.cisaustralia.com.au/winter-study-abroad

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UNSW does not presently endorse any specific third party programs. Students are therefore advised to undertake their own risk assessment before departure and any participation in these programs is at their own risk.

ALL PROGRAMS INVOLVE SOME DEGREE OF RISK TO PARTICIPANTS.

 

Shanghai Jiao Tong University – Antai Global Summer School 2014

Posted by on April 13th, 2014 · 2014, Business, Short courses, Universitas 21 (U21), UNSW Partner Institution, UNSW Winter Break

Shanghai Jiao Tong University presents the 2014 Antai Global Summer School program, scheduled from June 30 – July 18, 2014 in Shanghai. The Antai Global Summer Program is a great opportunity to learn more about the business and culture in China.

Participants will gain a deep understanding of the Chinese economy and culture with in-class coursework, company visits, social events and tours. In addition to faculty who teach in their International MBA program, the summer program features guest speakers including senior knowledge expert of Boston Consulting Group, founder of successful Chinese enterprises, strategy department head of MNCs and so on.

Cultural immersion activities throughout the program include out-of-city excursions, acrobatic shows, river cruising, tea-making, Zen practice, pot modeling, Chinese cooking lessons.

Highlights:

  • 3 SJTU Credits
  • 18 Countries and Regions Represented
  • 100% Participant Recommendation

The program is designed for undergraduate and graduate students from around the world (two tracks available). For more information, please check the website: www.summerschool.sjtu.edu.cn

How to Apply

If you wish to apply please go to http://www.summerschool.sjtu.edu.cn/?q=apply#who and complete the application form. Please submit the application form and supporting documents to me before 9am Monday May 12th. It must be submitted in one pdf file. We will then go through your application. If we are able to nominate you as an exchange student we will notify you and forward your documents to SJTU.

Credit Transfer

Priority will be given to students receiving credit for the program. In order to receive credit the Intensive Course Transfer of Credit form must be completed and signed by the faculty/course authorities and submitted to our office. If you are not able to submit it by the deadline please inform me that it is in process when submitting your application).

Fees & Enrolment

Tuition is waived at SJTU for nominated UNSW students, however students will pay the application fee after they have been selected. If you are receiving a credit transfer we will enrol you into Semester 2 2014 as there is no Winter Session at UNSW. You will then pay your UNSW student fees as per usual.

Shanghai Jiao Tong University Summer Session 2014

Posted by on April 9th, 2014 · 2014, Arts and Social Science, Engineering, Language, Short courses, Student Exchange, UNSW Winter Break

Shanghai Jiao Tong University will hold their Summer Session 2014 from 30th June – 25th July.

The program offers courses in the field of Natural Sciences and Engineering as well as Social Sciences and Humanities. It also provides Chinese cultural experience courses including Chinese calligraphy, Chinese martial arts, and Chinese language courses to the students with primary Chinese level.

More Information

For full details on the program please click here.

How to apply:

UNSW students who would like to apply must complete the UNSW GEP Application form and submit with supporting documentation in one PDF file. Incomplete or incorrect applications will not be accepted. Applications can be emailed to advisor4globaled@unsw.edu.au.

Students must have approval for a credit transfer in order to be selected. The Intensive Course Transfer of Credit form must be completed and signed by the faculty/course authorities at the time of submission (this will be a supporting document).

Open to non-Chinese citizens only (SJTU requirement).

Application deadline: 9am Thursday April 24th, 2014.

 

CISaustralia July in Peru Program

Posted by on April 6th, 2014 · 2014, Art and Design, Arts and Social Science, Built Environment, Business, Science, Self funded, Short courses, UNSW Winter Break

The new July in Peru program offers intensive Spanish or a combination of Spanish and English short courses – over 5 weeks in Cusco, Peru.

July in Peru offers two study options:

  • Students can focus on Spanish in the Spanish Immersion Program (taking two Spanish courses), or
  • Students can take a Spanish-language course and a Peruvian-focused course taught in English.

Program Details

Program dates for winter 2014 are:
 21 May – 28 July or 
2 July – 9 August

To view available courses click here

 

Credit Transfer Process

UNSW students who are seeking credit for the program must do so through cross-institutional studies. Please discuss this with your school and/or faculty.

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UNSW does not presently endorse any specific third party programs. Students are therefore advised to undertake their own risk assessment before departure and any participation in these programs is at their own risk.

ALL PROGRAMS INVOLVE SOME DEGREE OF RISK TO PARTICIPANTS.

 

CISaustralia July in Costa Rica Program

Posted by on April 6th, 2014 · 2014, Arts and Social Science, Business, Language, Scholarship Opportunities, Self funded, Short courses, UNSW Winter Break

CISaustralia would like to offer students the opportunity to access a A$400 scholarship to their 5 week July in San Jose, Costa Rica Program

Program Details

  • Courses taught in English and Spanish at Universidad Veritas
  • Study business, health care systems, ecotourism, human rights in Latin America, cultural photography, history, human rights, communications, management, politics, international relations, leadership and international economic integration in Latin America, all in English.

Scholarship Details

  • Program: 5 week July in San Jose, Costa program – 2014
  • Program Dates: July 5th – August 8th 2014
  • Application Deadline: 5pm Monday April 14th
  • Five Scholarships are available in total, for A$400 each
  • Scholarships will be decided on and awarded by CISaustralia. CISaustralia will inform eligible candidates no later than April 28th 2014.

CIS requirements: 1 A4 page (no more) written submission by student (submitted at the time of the application), must be in good academic standing, and have applied and accepted their CIS offer, including deposit paid.

For further information, please contact CISaustralia.

Credit Transfer Process

UNSW students who are seeking credit for the program must do so through cross-institutional studies. Please discuss this with your school and/or faculty.

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UNSW does not presently endorse any specific third party programs. Students are therefore advised to undertake their own risk assessment before departure and any participation in these programs is at their own risk.

ALL PROGRAMS INVOLVE SOME DEGREE OF RISK TO PARTICIPANTS.

 

 

 

 

Peking University International Summer School

Posted by on April 6th, 2014 · 2014, Arts and Social Science, Business, Language, Science, Self funded, Short courses, UNSW Partner Institution, UNSW Winter Break

About the Program

The 6th Peking University Summer School International program will run from June 30th (Monday) to July 25th (Friday) 2014. The program offers content courses related to China’s culture, literature, history, politics, economy and management, as well as issues of global concern. The program also provides optional Chinese language courses to students with beginner’s-level Chinese language skills.

To view the pamphlet click here

To view the course outlines click here

To view the proposed schedule click here

All courses will be held at the Peking University campus. Students will receive an official transcript from Peking University upon completion of the program.

In the past sessions, hundreds of students from Cambridge, Oxford, Yale, University of California, Australian National University, National University of Singapore and other universities enjoyed their summer experience at PKU.

Application Process: UNSW students who wish to apply must do so online through the Peking University Website. Students are responsible for all fees involved in the program. Online applications are open until May 31st 2014. Students who apply should also complete the Global Education Registration Form and return it to advisor4globaled@unsw.edu.au.

Credit Transfer Process: As this is a fee paying program students must apply for credit through Cross Institutional Studies. If you have any questions about how this works please email advisor4globaled@unsw.edu.au

Tohoku University Science Summer Program 2014

Posted by on March 19th, 2014 · 2014, Engineering, Scholarship Opportunities, Science, UNSW organised, UNSW Partner Institution, UNSW Winter Break

June 30th to July 11th, 2014

This is a short program designed for undergraduates majoring in science and engineering, which combines in-class lectures with laboratory/ facility tours. The theme of TSSP is “Advanced Science and Technology at Tohoku University”, and the following subjects will be covered this year.

・The 2011 Tohoku Earthquake -Geological Environment and Earthquakes-

・Spintronics

・Computer Vision in Robotics

・Robotics

・Carbon Nanotube

・Neutrinos

・Modern Physical Chemistry  and more

(*The topics are subject to change.)

In addition to the lecture series, the program offers other academic activities such as group work sessions, presentations, field trips, Japanese language/ culture lectures.

The Program fee is JPY 20,000, and accommodation at a hotel costs JPY54,600-65,000 for 13 nights (JPY4,200-5,000 per night) depending on the number of participants.

A JPY 80,000 scholarship from the Japan Student Service Organization (JASSO) may be awarded to those who have good academic records at their home university and successfully complete the program.

Please click here to view the application guidelines

Please click here to view the schedule (TBC)

Application and Deadline

Two UNSW students will be selected for this program. In order to apply you must email advisor4globaled@unsw.edu.au for the application. Applications must be submitted before Wednesday April 23rd 2014.

Past Students

Four UNSW students completed this program last year and had an AMAZING time! One of last year’s students said “Some of the introductory courses didn’t seem overly relevant to our degrees. Of course, we were wrong! Science and Engineering disciplines are all related to each other, even if they do not seem to be. It was really eye opening, realizing how the different disciplines overlap. I’d highly recommend this! It was a wonderful experience and the people are just lovely!”

2014 Ancient Capital Cultural Study Tour

Posted by on March 19th, 2014 · 2014, Arts and Social Science, Language, Sponsored (Partial), UNSW Winter Break

The UNSW the Confucius Institute are delighted to provide students with this special opportunity to experience the heart and soul of ancient Chinese culture and history in partnership with one of China’s leading universities. Students will need at least a Basic Level of Mandarin to fully benefit from the cultural program and language classes held at XJTU.

The Xi’an Study Tour is an intensive 14-day program in July 2014. It provides an interactive opportunity to learn Chinese and experience some of China’s oldest and most revered culture. Students will have the opportunity to visit the Qin Emperor’s spectacular terra-cotta warriors and one of the holiest Buddhist sites at the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda.

The Offer

Tuition fees, accommodation, local transportation, meals and excursions are fully covered by the Confucius Institute. Students are required to pay for return international airfares, visa application fees and other on the ground expenses.

Eligibility

The study tours are open to all UNSW undergraduate students in all faculties that have an interest in Chinese language and culture.

Applicants from all disciplines and career stages are encouraged to apply. The ideal applicants might currently or previously enrol in Chinese learning programs inside or outside university.

The application process is extremely competitive and students are required to attend a panel interview and demonstrate a firm interest in Chinese language and culture, an open and mature mindset to international travel and developing countries and some Chinese language proficiency.

More information

Details on the program and how to apply are available at http://confuciusinstitute.unsw.edu.au/learn-us/study-tours/.

Deadline to apply: March 31st 2014

2014 Shanghai Business Study Tour

Posted by on March 19th, 2014 · 2014, Business, Language, Sponsored (Partial), Universitas 21 (U21), UNSW organised, UNSW Winter Break

The UNSW Confucius Institute is delighted to cooperate again with SJTU to organize this unique study tour for students interested in the Business World of China. Students will need at least a Basic Level of Mandarin to be able to benefit from local company visits to places such as Bao Steel and UPS, and language classes held by SJTU.

The Shanghai Study Tour is an intensive 14-day program in July 2014. It provides students the opportunity to directly experience life in Shanghai, which is rapidly emerging as one of the world’s most economically vibrant and diverse metropolises.

The Offer

Tuition fees, accommodation, local transportation, meals and excursions are fully covered by the Confucius Institute. Students are required to pay for return international airfares, visa application fees and other on the ground expenses.

Eligibility

The study tours are open to all UNSW undergraduate students in all faculties that have an interest in Chinese language and culture.

Applicants from all disciplines and career stages are encouraged to apply. The ideal applicants might currently or previously enrol in Chinese learning programs inside or outside university.

The application process is extremely competitive and students are required to attend a panel interview and demonstrate a firm interest in Chinese language and culture, an open and mature mindset to international travel and developing countries and some Chinese language proficiency.

More information

Details on the program and how to apply are available at http://confuciusinstitute.unsw.edu.au/learn-us/study-tours/.

Deadline to apply: March 31st 2014

Waseda Summer Session: June 23 – July 18, 2014

Posted by on March 18th, 2014 · 2014, Arts and Social Science, Language, Scholarship Opportunities, Universitas 21 (U21), UNSW Partner Institution, UNSW Winter Break

The Waseda Summer Session is a fee paying program for UG students which includes two Japanese studies courses and optional Japanese language instruction.

The UNSW School of Humanities and Languages has examined the course offerings (http://waseda-summer.com/courses/#sec4) and have pre-approved the following for 2014:

Waseda Courses: CULTURE I JAPANESE CULTURE AND SOCIETY and HISTORY II JAPAN AND THE COLOR LINE: GLOBAL AND LOCAL DIMENSIONS

can be transferred as

UNSW course: ARTS2633 CULTURAL SURVEY OF JAPAN

Waseda also offer an optional Japanese course however credit cannot be given for this at UNSW. Students who choose to do it will do it for interest only.

For more information please click here to view the brochure.

More detailed information about courses, tuition & fees and housing are available on the website: http://waseda-summer.com/.

Application Process: UNSW students who wish to apply must do so online through the Waseda Summer Session website. Students are responsible for all fees involved in the program. Online applications are open until April 17, 2014.

Students who apply should also complete the Global Education Registration Form and return it to advisor4globaled@unsw.edu.au.

Credit Transfer Process: As this is a fee paying program students must apply for credit through Cross Institutional Studies. If you have any questions about how this works please email advisor4globaled@unsw.edu.au

Scholarships: Waseda University is a U21 partner. UNSW students can apply for scholarships here.