Learning Abroad Notices

Built Environment Summer and International courses

The School of Built Environment is delighted to offer students a series of unique educational experiences over the summer and Term 3.

If you’re looking for a global experience in Japan, Austria or Cambodia, learning new digital skills or how to make short films, work experience both in NSW or abroad, or learning from world-renowned international practitioners, then one of these courses might be right for you!

EOIs close Mon 12 June.

Study in Cambridge this summer 2024 (January)

Do you want to develop your leadership skills and tackle the UN sustainable development goals? Participate in a leadership and professional development program at Cambridge University’s Møller Institute, UK during Summer Term 2024!

Circular Economies – Australia and India

Program Type: Study Tour

Delivery Mode: In Person

Enrolment Type: UNSW Enrolment

Program Dates: Term 3 2023

Summary: This is a 12 UoC General Education course designed to enable a deeply immersive term-long experience in learning about the social and environmental impact of circular economies including the material science of recycling, business and economic drivers, and social policy dimensions. This interdisciplinary course is undertaken in Sydney and India

UNSW Application Deadline: 22 May 2023

AGILE Entrepreneurship Workshop, Hiroshima Japan

Program Type: Workshop

Delivery Mode: In Person

Enrolment Type: DIRECT ENROLMENT (Cross-Institutional Study OR Not-For-Credit)

Program Dates: 3 – 12 August 2023

Summary: A Smart City in Higashi-Hiroshima: Solutions to Social Issues. 

This workshop, held on-campus at the University of Hiroshima, Japan, aims to deepen students’ understanding of peace and smart cities, giving them the opportunity to learn about best practices and methodologies on how to create human-friendly societies that offer an improved quality of life and services using advanced technologies, more efficient energy, transportation networks, and other infrastructure from the perspective of entrepreneurship.

UNSW Application Deadline: Places are limited so apply as early as possible before 21 May 2023.

AGILE Entrepreneurship COIL E-Course

Program Type: Short Course

Delivery Mode: Online/Virtual

Enrolment Type: Not for credit

Program Dates: 2 – 30 August 2023

Summary: Disaster resilience and community health: Learning from multiple countries’ experience and understanding the health impacts by disasters.

This online course will address global issues such as carbon neutrality, the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), and disaster prevention, and will help students to develop skills, such as critical thinking; problem-solving; creativity; effective communication and the flexibility to respond to various situations.

UNSW Application Deadline: Places are limited so apply as early as possible before 26 June 2023.

ACICIS Professional Practicum (Internship) Programs - New Colombo Plan grants available

Program Type: Internship

Delivery Mode: In Person

Enrolment Type: DIRECT ENROLMENT (Cross-Institutional Study)

Funding:  New Colombo Plan (NCP) grants of $4000 available

Program Dates: 2 January - 9 February 2024

Summary:  The ACICIS Professional Practicum (Internship) Programs provide students with a unique opportunity to gain professional experience and establish networks in Indonesia. Students undertake Indonesian language and cultural classes, and a series of seminars, as well as a professional placement (160 hour internship) with an Indonesian or international organisation. These programs allow students to complete intensive study over the university summer break.

UNSW Application Deadline: 22 May 2023

ACICIS Indonesian Language Short Course (ILSC) - New Colombo Plan grants available

Program Type: Short Course

Delivery Mode: In Person

Enrolment Type: DIRECT ENROLMENT (Cross-Institutional Study)

Funding: New Colombo Plan (NCP) grants of $3000 available

Program Dates:

Session 1: 6 – 27 January 2024 

OR

Session 2: 27 January – 16 February 2024

Summary: This three-week program provides intensive language training to students from beginners to advanced level in Indonesian language. Students will complete intensive Indonesian language tuition incorporating language classes, cultural classes and field trips.

UNSW Application Deadline: 22 May 2023

ACICIS Public Health Study Tour 2023 - NCP grants available

Program Type: Study Tour

Delivery Mode: In Person

Enrolment Type: DIRECT ENROLMENT (Cross-Institutional Study)

Funding: New Colombo Plan (NCP) grants of $3000 available

Program Dates:

Tour 1: 25 November –  9 December 2023

OR

Tour 2:  13 – 28 January 2024

Summary: This two-week tour offers students a chance to gain insight into the public health sector in Indonesia. This is a unique opportunity for Australian students to hear from leading health professionals, policy-makers and community health workers in Indonesia, and to discuss approaches to health issues with Indonesian counterparts.

UNSW Application Deadline: 22 May 2023

New Colombo Plan Scholarship – 2024 Round

Are you an ambitious student looking to expand your horizons? The New Colombo Plan Scholarship offers you the chance to gain first-hand experience in the Indo-Pacific region and develop your skills for the future. This prestigious program provides funding for up to 12 months of study and internships in approved locations across the Indo-Pacific with a focus on deepening Australia's relationships in the region. You’ll have the opportunity to gain real-world experience, build your global network and personal growth along with making meaningful contribution to the future of the Indo-Pacific region.

Applications close 29 May 2023.

Zhejiang University - 2023 SDG Global Summer School

Program Type: Short Course

Delivery Mode: Virtual/Online

Enrolment Type: Exchange places available

Program Dates: 31 July - 14 August 2023

Summary: Zhejiang University welcomes students from around the world to the Global Summer School for academic learning and cultural experience opportunities. This two-week online program will allow undergraduate and graduate students to take courses themed on the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

UNSW Application Deadline: 25 May 2023