Monthly Archives: January 2014

Call for Application: Duke NUS Summer Program: 2014

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Please note that this is an announcement on behalf of International Relations Office. Please write to them directly for your queries. 

Dear students,

The NUS International Relations Office have asked us to let you know about an exciting summer opportunity: the Duke-NUS Summer Program 2014 (running 19th May – 27th June 2014).

The program is made up of 1 module (GE3245), which comprises of 2 parts, focusing on Environmental Conservation and Urban Tropical Ecology.  Up to 10 Duke students will come on the program, and there are up to 10 places for NUS students too.  NUS students who are accepted onto this program and complete the module will be awarded 6 MCs for the full program.

Please refer to the attached poster for more information on the program, the costs, and application procedure.

Duke NUS Summer Module Poster

Please note costs will be:

  •  S$2,000 program fees, plus
  • NUS Special Term Tuition Fees (https://share.nus.edu.sg/registrar/info/ug/UGTuitionCurrent.pdf (refer to ‘Special Term Fees’)), plus
  • possible additional expenses for food and personal costs
  • (there may also be the option for NUS students to stay on campus for the duration of the program: this is not a requirement: applicable fees will apply for the accommodation if students do choose to stay on campus).

This program started in summer 2013 and proved to be a great success!  Below are a couple of examples of the statements made by participating students at the end of the program:

“The Duke/NUS program was a major highlight of my university experience”.

“The mix of Duke and NUS students allow good exchange of ideas, culture, and experiences, enhancing the course”.   

If you require more information please feel free to contact Shona Gillies, Manager, IRO, NUS (iroskg@nus.edu.sg) or Dr Hastings, Professors, Geography, NUS (geojgh@nus.edu.sg).

Please note applications (CV and letter of interest) are to be submitted to Dr Hastings by Friday 14th March 2014.

2014 Birmingham International Summer School (BISS)

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This is an announcement  on behalf of the University of Birmingham, UK. Please direct your query to them directly  if any.

2014 BIRMINGHAM INTERNATIONAL SUMMER SCHOOL (BISS)

The theme for BISS 2014 will be British Cultural Heritage. The University of Birmingham is located in the heart of England and is a pioneer in the field of Cultural Heritage. Details for this exciting programme can be found on the BISS website.

The Programme covers the best of British cultural heritage. The students will be able to explore aspects of British art, architecture, literature, music, design and popular culture that form the basis of Britain’s most noteworthy heritage. From Shakespeare’s Birthplace in Stratford on Avon, to the cradle of the industrial revolution at the World Heritage Site of Ironbridge, and from the factories of historic international brands such as Cadbury’s chocolate and Wedgwood china, to experiencing the music of the Beatles and Edward Elgar, the Programme gives students an insight into how great heritage sites were created and a ‘behind-the-scenes’ look at how they are managed.

The Programme does not require prior knowledge of the cultural heritage field. Students can study for either two weeks or four weeks. The four week programme, which runs from mid-July to mid-August, is formally assessed, and is equivalent to an accredited undergraduate course (20 UK credits, 4 US credits, or 10 ECTS) and is delivered by University faculty who are experts in their field.

We welcome students from your university to apply for the BISS. To recognise the highly-valued partnership between our universities, we would like to offer £150 discount towards the programme fees for the students from your university who are eligible for BISS. In addition, we are offering five scholarships of £500 each to outstanding applicants from Universitas 21 partners. We will also offer a further £150 discount for students who apply by 31 March 2014.

Applications for BISS are now open, and can be submitted online. If you or your students have any questions about the BISS, please do not hesitate to contact us at biss@contacts.bham.ac.uk

Meet the BISS Coodinator in FASS!!

A University of Birmingham coordinator will be in FASSto talk about BISS. Come meet her and hear all about the summer school!

Date: 10 Feb 2014 (Mon)

Time: 10am -11am

Venue: FASS AS7, Room 102

Limited seats on a first-come-first-served basis.

 

NUS Overseas Colleges (NOC): Application Opens and Join us @ NOC Week

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Dear Students, this message broadcast is brought to you by NUS Overseas College.

Warm greetings from NUS Overseas Colleges (NOC)! Welcome back to school.

NOC application is open and you may submit your application now. Application will close on Friday 31 January 2014.

Join us @ NOC Week from Monday 20 January to Saturday 25 January 2014.

Please click on the respective event links for more details.

http://overseas.nus.edu.sg/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=232

We look forward to your application and see you at the NOC events.

Good luck,

NOC Office

 

Announcement: Graduate Summer School at the University of Amsterdam

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Please note that this is an announcement on behalf of University of Amsterdam. Please direct your query to them if any.

We would like to draw your attention to our unique summer programmes in Amsterdam. We offer courses at the advanced undergraduate and graduate level.

Amsterdam is the perfect place to study and will not only be your campus and home for the summer, but also your laboratory. Explore the opportunity to study abroad and learn with international students, researchers, and young professionals. Our faculty members are leaders in their fields who prioritize mentoring and one-on-one support. With insider’s knowledge of the city of Amsterdam and an impressive list of guest speakers and faculty, we have developed engaging programmes that offer a truly authentic experience centered around your academic achievement. Please take a look at our websites with testimonials from alumni and attached e-flyer:

www.uva.nl/summer-gsss-programmes

Summer Amsterdam 2014

 

This year’s courses at the Graduate School of Social Sciences:

• Global Poverty and Inclusive Development

• Alcohol, Drugs, and Addiction • Urban Studies: Planning and Living in Cities

• Sexuality, Culture, and Society • Social Policies, and Pragmatic Tolerance

Students are encouraged to apply by April 1, but we do have rolling admissions.

Mirjam Schieveld, MA

University of Amsterdam
Summer Programmes
Graduate School of Social Sciences

Kloveniersburgwal 48 | Room F2.11B |
1012 CX Amsterdam
T +31 20 525 3776 | F +31 20 525 3778

Email: summer-gsss@uva.nl

 

2014 NCTU Summer Program (Taiwan)

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Dear students,

National Chiao Tung University in Taiwan is offering a 4-week summer school this July. More information on the summer school is available here.

The Study Abroad @ FASS  team is pleased to offer 3 tuition-waiver places to FASS students for this summer school.

To qualify for tuition waiver nomination, please fill up both application forms below and submit to studyabroadfass@nus.edu.sg by 28 Feb 2014.

Students nominated for tuition waiver will be notified by 14 March 2014. FASS will also forward all other applications to NCTU.

2014 NCTU SummerClick below for:

NCTU Application Form

FASS-Application-Form-Tuition-Waiver-Programmes. NCTU 2014

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Call for Application: 11th Sino-Singapore Undergraduate Exchange Programme 2014

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Please note that this is an announcement on behalf of the International Relations Office. Please contact them directly if you have a query.

Grab the opportunity to explore China & network with students from top Chinese universities

The Sino-Singapore Undergraduate Exchange (SSUE) Programme is a prestigious programme spearheaded by the respective Ministries of Education (MOE) of Singapore and China. It is the only G-G (Government to Government) Tertirary Exchange Programme between Singapore and China and was the brainchild of then Prime Minister of Singapore, Mr Goh Chok Tong, who proposed this programme to then Vice-President of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), Mr Hu Jintao, in April 2002, when the latter visited Singapore. The programme was established formally in 29 May 2002 and is entering its 11th anniversary run in 2014.

SSUE aims to instill Singaporean students with a global perspective and understanding of China and its potential, and to expose Chinese students to life and education in Singapore. The main objective and focus of this programme is to create networking and interaction opportunities for the Chinese and Singaporean participants. On a higher level, the programme helps to strengthen bilateral ties between Singapore and China and selected student participants are to become exemplary ambassadors of NUS and Singapore.

When does it take place?

The programme is comprised of two parts:

  • 15-day Singapore Programme (Hosted by Singapore MOE and the local universities respectively, NUS will host the delegates for 2 days) 25 February – 11 March 2014.
  • 15 day China Programme (Hosted by PRC MOE and the participating Chinese Universities) 19 May – 2 June 2014

Where does it take place?

  • Singapore leg: On NUS campus and around Singapore.
  • China leg: In Xianmen (Fujian Province) & Wuhan (Hubei Province)

What is the Content?

  • Academic lectures
  • Visits to participating universities
  • Networking sessions with local students
  • Cultural exchange
  • Excursions
  • Visits to government organizations and private companies

*Do note that the content varies from year to year and may be subjected to change.

What is the student accommodation?

For the China leg, students will stay in hotels arranged by the PRC Ministry of Education.

The incoming Chinese delegates will stay in a hotel arranged by the Singapore Ministry of Education (this is not a homestay programme so participants need not house the Chinese students in their homes).

What does it include?

  • Airfare
  • In country travel
  • Accommodation
  • Excursions
  • Most meals

How much does it cost?

  • Programme fee for each student will usually be capped at $600 (excluding a $100 deposit)
  • Visa: $60 (estimated)
  • Insurance: $45 (estimated)
  • Additional changes to flights or duration of stay: Up to $500 (estimated, however can vary significantly)
  • Spending money: $20 per day (estimated, however can vary significantly based on personal spending habits)

Available for NUS Study and Travel Grant?

No. Already heavily subsidized thru the Sino-Singapore fund

What are the eligibility requirements?

  • Singapore citizen or permanent resident (non-PRC-nationals)
  • Aged 25 or below
  • Preferably in Year 2 or 3
  • Minimum CAP score of 3.0
  • Articulate, confident, open-minded, and eager to learn and share knowledge
  • Pleasant personality and a team player
  • Demonstrated interest in China and its culture
  • Must FULLY COMMIT to all aspects of the programme
  • Students with special talents, e.g. singing/playing musical instruments, drama, photography, IT, designing skills etc. are preferred

* Non-Chinese and non-Mandarin speaking students are welcomed to apply. But do note that most of the talks, seminars and dialogue sessions during the China leg of the programme will be conducted in Mandarin.

Is a visa required?

Only for students who are extending their stay beyond the programme.

How to apply?

Email the following documents to irottd@nus.edu.sg before 5.00pm, 20 January 2014

  • Completed Application Form (click on hyperlink)
  • CV
  • Unofficial Transcript (from ISIS)

Shortlisted candidates may be called in for interviews on 22-23 January 2014.

Who to contact for more information?

For additional information or related queries, please click here.

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