When does the programme take place?
18 June – 2 July 2017
- 18 – 24 June: Astana (Capital City)
- 25 June – 2 July: Almaty
Who can apply?
STEER Kazakhstan is open to all full‐time NUS undergraduate students (except graduating students this semester).
Successful applicants should be thoughtful and mature in their outlook, and be able to act as effective ambassadors of NUS.
How can I apply?
Students interested in applying for STEER Kazakhstan will be required to apply for the programme through NUS MYISIS (problems? click here to download the application guide – NUS VPN required for connection outside NUS network) by Monday, 3 April 2017.
Candidates shortlisted for the programme may be invited for an informal meet-up session at a later date. Final decisions will be made by Thursday, 6 April 2017*. Candidates will be required to pay a non-refundable deposit of S$1,000 to secure their places by Wednesday 12 April 2017*.
. *subjected to change
How much does the programme cost?
The estimated programme cost is approximately S$4,400 inclusive of air fare, accommodation, some meals and insurance. Subsidies are available (refer to financial assistance). Any portion of the payment amount not utilized during the trip will be returned to students.
Visa fees (where applicable) and other personal expenses will be borne by the student.
Is financial assistance available?
IRO will provide a STEER Award, valued at S$500 per student to successful candidates to help offset the cost of the programme. Students who are Singapore citizens or Singapore PRs (except those in their graduating semester) may apply for funding from International Enterprise (IE Singapore) for up to S$1,000.
After relevant subsidies, the estimated cost is between:
S$2,900 – S$3,200 for Singaporeans and Singapore PRs, who are eligible for IE Singapore funding*
S$3,900 – S$4,400 for non-Singaporeans and non-Singapore PRs
Students from Yale-NUS College will need to approach the Yale-NUS College for financial assistance
*Please refer to the website on Young Talent Programme – Market Immersion funding from IE Singapore for the eligibility criteria and terms and conditions of the grant.
Who to contact for more information?
For additional information or related queries, please click here or write to Mr Jasper Tang @ irottd@nus.edu.sg.
For travel notices please refer to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website