Want to spend 2 weeks immersing in university life in Japan while learning Japanese language, culture and making new friends? How does doing that while having your flights, accommodation and program fees covered sound? Our New Colombo Plan sponsored Japanese Language and Cultural Study Tour runs in July 2024 and is open to eligible UniSC students. The program takes place in Osaka, connecting with our partners at Otemon Gakuin University and involves language classes, field trips to cultural sites in Osaka and historic Kyoto, opportunities to participate in cultural activities such as Japanese calligraphy, kendo, shogi, flower arrangement, dance and music performances, as well as plenty of time to hang out with local university students.
Places are highly limited and priority will be given to students with excellent academic records and those undertaking Japanese study at UniSC.
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Where |
Osaka, Japan |
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Provider |
Otemon Gakuin University |
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When |
June 30 – July 14, 2024 |
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Costs |
$3000 approximately |
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UniSC course |
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Teaching Period |
Session 4, 2024 |
As this tour is supported by New Colombo Plan (NCP) funding, you should be aware of the NCP Mobility Grant criteria. Each student receiving an NCP grant must:
a) be an Australian citizen
b) not be a citizen or permanent resident of a host location in which they will undertake a mobility project
c) be enrolled in a UniSC onshore- campus and undertaking a bachelor degree or bachelor honours degree
d) receive credit/count towards the course requirements for the student's bachelor degree, bachelor honours degree or concurrent diploma at their Australian university (BCI304)
e) meet the age requirements (be between 18 and 28 years* inclusive at the commencement of the Mobility Project).
*Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students do not need to be aged between 18 and 28
As referenced above, the associated course of enrolment relative to this program is BCI304. You will need to ensure that you are eligible and have capacity to enrol in this course as part of your UniSC degree.
To check if you have capacity to enrol into BCI304, we recommend that you Create a Progress Review using the instructions available on the Student Portal. Your Progress Review will assist you with identifying which courses you have remaining in your UniSC program and help you determine if you have capacity to enrol into BCI304.
- Japanese language classes
- Japanese culture classes (calligraphy, flower arrangement, tea ceremony, pop culture)
- Field trips to local cultural sights
- Participate in English language classes with local students
- Socialisation events with local students
- Participate in club activities with local students (e.g., kendo, dance, music, shogi, etc.)
- Experience other parts of Japanese university life (commuting, cafeteria, ect.)
- Free time to explore Osaka and surrounds
Please note a considerable amount of walking is involved in this study tour, some days includes walking times of up to an hour. A detailed program itinerary will be provided at a later date.
Anticipated costs : $3000
Flights: $1300^ (approx)
Program fee: $600 (approx)
Accommodation: $850 (approx)
What is not included in the costings?
- Fees for visas (where applicable)
- Any required vaccinations
- Passport (students arrange their own)
- Clothing
- Incidentals
- Non-programmed activities
- Shopping/souvenirs
- Travel medication
- Tuition fee for associated course of enrolment (e.g. BCI304)
^ A return flight to your destination will be organised by Program leaders and booked through UniSC's corporate travel provider FCM. This cost is indicative and will be confirmed at the point of booking.
Students on UniSC activity are covered by the UniSC Insurance policy. To read through the policy, including inclusions and exclusions, refer to the Insurance Information for Students
Program leaders
Dr Levi Durbidge - Lecturer, World Languages
Important dates
| Date | Event |
| Expression of Interest closes | 15/03/2024 |
| Program dates | 30/06/2024 - 14/07/2024 |
Funding
New Colombo Plan funding.
This program has received New Colombo Plan (NCP) Mobility program funding, awarded by the Australian government. Eligible students will receive an offer for a $3000AUD grant to support their participation in the program.
If you submit a successful Expression of Interest you will be invited to complete an NCP Eligibility form. You can review the general eligibility criteria here, however please note the criteria may vary depending on the project and eligibility will be assessed on the point of receiving a completed NCP Eligibility form.
OS HELP
Overseas Student HELP loans (OS-HELP) are provided by the Commonwealth government to eligible HECS-HELP students undertaking various international experiences for credit. Eligible students can borrow up to $9,504 AUD for study in Asia. Please visit the OS-Help website to read the eligibility criteria and further information.
What next?
Submit an Expression of Interest prior to the 15/03/2024.
Step 1: After submitting your Expression of Interest (EOI) the academic will review submissions and make final sections.
After the EOI deadline passes and if you are selected to proceed, they will send your details to the Global Mobility team. The Global Mobility team will provide you with a range of forms to complete in International SONIA.
- SONIA – is the system we use to manage student placement activities at UniSC.
If there are vaccination requirements, or other requirements, you need to meet to participate in the course (such as a blue card, or evidence of COVID vaccinations for entry to a country) we will ask you to provide evidence that you meet these requirements.
Step 2: Various teams at UniSC assess your responses and determine you're eligibility to enrol in the associated course. You will be advised if you have been successful in receiving a place on the Short-Term Mobility Program by being allocated to the placement in SONIA International. You will be enrolled in the associated course on USC Central.
Step 3: You will be advised if you have been successful in receiving an NCP Mobility Grant (where available).
Step 4: You will register with any Third-Party Provider involved in the delivery of the program (if applicable).
Step 5: UniSC will send you details regarding flight costs associated with your program and your flights will be booked via UniSC Travel. You will be required to pay UniSC for the cost of the flight.
Step 6: Attend pre-departure sessions and apply for OS-HELP
Alongside this, you will be provided additional information specific to the program by the academic involved in the delivery of the Short-Term Mobility Program.
Contact Dr Levi Durbidge for more information.