Join us for an enriching immersion programme to New Delhi and Agra, India. Designed exclusively for NUS full-time undergraduates, this unique experience is organised in collaboration with O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU). STEER New Delhi & Agra offers you the opportunity to gain insights into India’s diverse communities, social structures, and cultural heritage. As a participant, you will engage in an immersive experience that blends academic learning with cultural exploration. This is your chance to attend lectures at JGU, engage with thought leaders on important issues such as language preservation, corporate governance, and sustainable development, and visit cultural landmarks such as the Taj Mahal and Humayun’s Tomb! Additionally, you will get to go on customised visits to places typically inaccessible to the public, including the High Commission of the Republic of Singapore in New Delhi, which serves Singapore citizens in 19 Indian states, Bhutan, and Nepal. Upon completion of this programme, you will: · Better understand India’s rich cultural diversity, · Be able to apply critical thinking to social, economic, and environmental issues, · Gain intercultural competence and appreciate insights from other cultures, · Comprehend the importance of community development and sustainable practices. More information on the programme below. |
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| Community and culture development in India (New Delhi and Agra). | ||||||||
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· Lectures by experts from JGU on the following topics: o Language and Identity: Preserving Indigenous Languages in India. o Introduction to Corporate Governance and Corporate Responsibility. o Caste and Community: Social Hierarchies and Cultural Integration. o The Impact of Globalisation on Local Cultures and Communities. o The Role of Media in Shaping Community Narratives and Cultural Identities. · Cultural immersion activities including: o Yoga and meditation to promote well-being. o Visit to Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world. o Visit to Humayun’s Tomb, a garden tomb reflecting Mughal architecture. · Customised industry visits to: o India’s Ministry of Culture to find out about the ministry’s role in preserving, promoting, and developing the country’s heritage. o National Institute of Urban Affairs to understand the organisation’s role in shaping India’s urban development. o DLF Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of DLF Group, to learn of the organisation’s high-impact interventions in areas such as education, environment, social sustainability, and healthcare. · Trip to the High Commission of the Republic of Singapore in New Delhi where officials at the mission will share about its efforts in promoting Singapore’s interests in India, including providing support for Singapore companies looking to establish a presence in the country. *Subject to changes. |
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| Programme Fees | ||||||||
SGD 2,500.00
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You may be eligible for the STEER Award worth SGD 1,200.00, if you fulfil the following criteria:
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Participants will be required to:
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| Apply now via EduRec (programme setup ID: 02999).
For more information on STEER, click here. |
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