STEER Uzbekistan 2018

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Study Trips for Engagement and EnRichment (STEER)

STEER Uzbekistan 2018

Theme: “Uzbek 2030: Pathway to an Industrialised, High Middle-Income Society”
Venue: Samarkand & Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Date: 13 – 26 May 2017

 

What is STEER?

The NUS Study Trips for Engagement and EnRichment (STEER) is a programme designed to familiarise students with the diverse socio‐cultural‐political‐economic environments of newly emerging markets through a mix of classroom‐based learning and experiential site visits. Inaugurated in December 2010, STEER has brought our students to Botswana, Brazil, Hungary, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Myanmar, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka, the United Arab Emirates, Thailand and Viet Nam.

What is STEER Uzbekistan about?

Discover Uzbekistan, Central Asia’s most populous country whose 32 million citizens comprise nearly half of the region’s total population. This country is blessed with an abundance of natural gas and significant reserves in metals and minerals.

 

In recent years, Uzbekistan has been working with the World Bank to achieve its vision of transforming itself into an industrialised, high middle-income society by 2030. Learn how the government is working to diversify its economy, support private entrepreneurial activities and improving its governance by taking part in our educational visits to government organisations, ministries and private companies.

 

Explore Tashkent, an ancient city with more than 2,200 years of written history, the capital and largest city of Uzbekistan, as well as the most populated city in Central Asia. Admire spectacular Islamic architecture such as the Registan, and the Shakhi-Zinda Complex built in Samarkand, which is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Central Asia and an Islamic centre for scholars since the 8th century.

 

Can Uzbekistan achieve its 2030 vision? Come and join us, as we embark on an exciting journey where we familiarize ourselves with the unique heritage, culture, society and economy of Uzbekistan.

 

When does the programme take place?

13 – 26 May 2018

Participants will spend approximately a week in Tashkent before travelling to Samarkand.

Who can apply?

STEER Uzbekistan is open to all full‐time NUS undergraduate students*.

Successful applicants should be thoughtful and mature in their outlook and be able to act as effective ambassadors of NUS.

Undergraduates who have not previously participated in any STEER programmes will be given priority in their applications.

*Graduating students may apply for the programme. They will not be eligible for funding from International Enterprise (IE Singapore).


How can I apply?

Students interested in applying for STEER Uzbekistan will be required to apply for the programme through NUS MYISIS* (refer to email attachment for the application guide) by Tuesday, 13 March 2018.

 

To find the programme in the system, search using setup ID 00473

 

*students encountering issues in submitting their application via NUS MYISIS may write to Jasper Tang grottd@nus.edu.sg for the application form.

 

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, 15 March 2018*. Candidates will be required to pay a non-refundable deposit of S$1,000 to secure their places by Tuesday, 20 March 2018*.

. *subjected to change

How much does the programme cost?

 

The estimated programme cost is approximately S$4,000 inclusive of airfare, accommodation, insurance and some meals. Subsidies are available (refer to financial assistance) on a reimbursement basis. 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$800.

After relevant subsidies, the estimated cost is between:

S$2,700 – S$2,900 for Singaporeans and Singapore PRs, who are eligible for IE Singapore funding*

S$3,500 – S$3,800 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 @ grottd@nus.edu.sg.

For travel notices please refer to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.

 

 

Tokyo University of Foreign Studies (TUFS) Short Stay Program

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TUFS is now accepting application for TUFS Short Stay Summer Program 2018 (from July 23 to August 8, 2018) and its application deadline is March 15, 2018.

We are very pleased to inform you that TUFS Short Stay Summer Program 2018 – Japanese Language & Cultural Studies will be held from July 23 to August 8, 2018 in Tokyo University of Foreign Studies.

This three-week intensive program is aimed at learners of the Japanese language who are currently enrolled in universities.

We offer two courses – Business Japanese and General Japanese. Both courses are designed to be practical ones providing the learners hands-on exposure to everyday Japanese language commonly used in Japanese society.

Please visit our web site below for further details regarding the course description, admission procedure, etc. The program schedule and program leaflet can also be downloaded from the same web site.

(English)  http://www.tufs.ac.jp/english/intlaffairs/exchange_in/sssp.html

(Japanese) http://www.tufs.ac.jp/intlaffairs/exchange_in/sssp.html

(Frequently Asked Questions) http://www.tufs.ac.jp/english/intlaffairs/exchange_in/ss_faq.html

Should you have any inquiries regarding this program, please do not hesitate to contact us at pro-s-stay@tufs.ac.jp.

Thank you.

STEER Indonesia (Sumatra) and Malaysia

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STEER Indonesia (Sumatra) and Malaysia
Theme: Indonesia and Malaysia In Transition: Conservation, Political and Economic Challenges

 

 

Date: 15 to 26 May 2018 (12 days)

Location: Medan, Penang and Kuala Lumpur

Application Deadline: 25 February 2018

Programme Fees: S$650 after subsidies*

This May, join us on an exciting journey to Indonesia (Sumatra) and Malaysia! In Medan, we will visit Lake Toba, a large beautiful natural lake occupying the caldera of a super volcano, and immerse yourself in the Batak people’s unique culture. We will also visit NGOs involved in conserving Orangutans as well as the nature reserves in North Sumatra. In Penang, we will meet with leaders who fought to conserve the heritage of Georgetown and learn from experts who worked together to make Penang the designated city for medical tourism. In addition, we will guide you to explore the economic and political issues such as Islamic Finance and Decentralised Public Policy Making in Indonesia and Malaysia. We will travel by air flights on all sectors including a day’s visit in Kuala Lumpur.

*Please visit the website for more information on programme cost and financial awards.

For more information, please visit http://www.nus.edu.sg/iro/prog/steer/index.html

For enquiries, please write to Ms Eleen Tay at grotspe@nus.edu.sg

International & European Studies – Summer Schools 2018 in Germany

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The summer schools are open to students from various academic disciplines with an interest in the history, politics and economy of Germany, Europe and the European Union.

All courses, course material, excursions and housing are included in the program fees.

Europe at the crossroads: Tübingen-Berlin International Summer School

18 June – 14 July 2018 (4 weeks, introductory courses)

Application Deadline: 15 April 2018

ECTS credits: 8

Program fee: 2,590 EUR

If you want to discover the diversity of Germany and broaden your knowledge about European politics, history and economy, this Summer School is just for you! For the first time the “Freie Universität Berlin International Summer and Winter University” (FUBiS) and the “International & European Studies” (IES) program of the Eberhard Karls Universität Tuebingen are offering a joint Summer School in 2018.

You will spend two weeks in the beautiful college town Tübingen learning about European politics and history, followed by two weeks in vibrant Berlin focusing on European economy. Study trips to Strasbourg and relevant political and economic institutions in Berlin are an integral part of the program. All excursions, housing and the transfer from Tübingen to Berlin are included in the program fee.

Summer Program I · 22 May – 15 June 2018 (4 weeks, introductory courses)

Application deadline: 31 March 2018

ECTS credits: 8

Program fee: 2,000 EUR

Summer Program II · 16 July – 25 August 2018 (6 weeks, introductory courses)

Application deadline: 30 April 2018

ECTS credits: 12

Program fee: 2,800 EUR

Early Bird: 2,400 EUR until 28 February

ACADEMIC PROGRAM: Students are taking a variety of introductory courses on Europe and the EU. In addition, students meet with European politicians, debate on current European affairs, and attend guest lectures by experts from different fields. Classes are small and individual mentoring is guaranteed at all times.

STUDY TRIPS: Students will visit Strasbourg, Berlin and Stuttgart, take a tour of the European Parliament, interview EU-politicians, and visit influential companies (like Mercedes, Ritter Sport) in the economically strong region of Baden-Württemberg.

GERMAN LANGUAGE & CULTURE: Students will gain one of the key qualifications in an increasingly globalized world: Intercultural competence and will also attend a German language class.

BUDDY PROGRAM: Within the Buddy Program a student of the University of Tübingen teams up with a participant. One German “buddy” will take care of an IES-student during the entire stay in Tübingen. This will allow students to get to know German students, and experience student life first-hand.

LOCATION: Tübingen is the ideal location for this small and highly effective academic program: it is a picturesque, safe University town and with its romantic old town it offers multiple opportunities to experience German culture in cafés and talks.

Call for Applications | Olympia Summer Academy (Nafplio, Greece)

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The Olympia Summer Academy (OSA) and the European International Studies Association (EISA) are pleased to announce a unique educational opportunity for graduate students, researchers, young professionals and senior undergraduates: the 2018 Olympia Summer Academy in Comparative and International Politics.

For all information in regards to the program and the application process, please visit: www.olympiasummeracademy.org.

Summer Exchange Opportunity – University of British Columbia

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The UBC Arts VSP is ideal for students interested in opportunities to meet internationally-minded people, travel, practice English, and explore Vancouver while receiving world-class academic instruction.

We are offering the following packages:

June 2018 (Application Deadline – February 28th)

Package A – International Finance, Trade and Politics

Package B – Global Journalism, Culture and Communications: Practice and Principles

 

July-August 2018 (Application Deadline – March 30st)

Package A – Global Migration, Local Communities: Asian Canadian Histories

Package B – Global Journalism, Culture and Communications: Practice and Principles

Package C – The English Language in a Globalized World

Package D – International Finance, Trade and Politics

Package E – Environmental Economics and Geographies of the Global Economy

Package F – Living on the Net: Exploring Information Worlds and Designing Digital Spaces

Package G – Computational Linguistics: From Search Engines to Social Media

Package H – From Stage to Screen: how Vancouver ‘plays’ to a Global Audience

For further information, please visit https://vsp.arts.ubc.ca or email the Arts VSP team: arts.vsp@ubc.ca.

Thank you.

 

Recruitment of NUS Student Ambassadors for APAIE 2018 Conference & Exhibition (25 to 29 March 2018)

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Dear Students

Global Relations Office would like to recruit NUS students as student ambassadors to support the Asia-Pacific Association for International Education (APAIE) annual conference and exhibition which will be held from 25 to 29 March 2018 at Marina Bay Sands.

APAIE conference and exhibition brings together international education policy-makers, practitioners and experts from across the globe to the Asia Pacific to network, improve professional skills and learn about new developments in international education.  The conference attracts around 200 exhibitors and 1500 delegates each year.  Please refer to https://www.apaie2018.org/ for details.  NUS is privileged to be the lead host for the APAIE Conference and Exhibition 2018 in Singapore.  The GRO APAIE Organising Committee is looking for 20 outstanding students as student ambassadors to support the global event.

Students who are keen to contribute to the conference can register their interest at https://mysurvey.nus.edu.sg/EFM/se/543BE5C274A831D8

Thank you.

University of Amsterdam Summer Programme: The Urban Food Experience

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Dear Students,

University of Amsterdam’s Graduate School of Social Sciences is offering a summer programme: The Urban Food Experience.

This programme explores the ways in which food and cities are intrinsically connected. People living in cities are becoming less aware of where food comes from, how it is produced, and at what costs (both resource and human) as food is mostly produced in rural areas, out of sight, and out of mind. The consequences of this global food system, however, become increasingly visible to us as city dwellers, and especially in the Global South and the poorer parts of our cities. As the world’s population grows rapidly, food production is already one of the most important topics of our age. Join us this summer to understand this essential subject through a series of lectures and excursions.

Scholarships: If you are a student from a LERU or U21 University, you are eligible for a €500 tuition fee reduction. For more information on the scholarships, please visit their website. For enquires, please email to summer-info-gsss@uva.nl.

Thank you.