Category: Global Short Programs
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During July I was fortunate enough to get to travel to HTW in Berlin, Germany to finish off the last part of my capstone project. It had been a 6-month long journey which began in Sydney earlier this year when HTW students came to UTS for the program’s start. We worked collaboratively online over the…
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During the July University winter break, 20 students, including myself, embarked on a two-week global studio to Likupang in North Sulawesi, Indonesia. The focus of the studio was to learn about design strategies for sustainable resort tourism development in Indonesia, with the objective to map, monitor and evaluate the extent and impact of tourism development…
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What a week!🤩🇺🇳This past August I had the awesome opportunity to spend the week in Bangkok, Thailand, at the United Nations Convention Centre for the Humanitarian Affairs Asia 11th University Scholars Leadership Symposium for 2023 as 1 of 12 selected delegates representing University of Technology Sydney. I applied to this global short program a few…
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Hi! My name is Erica and I’m in my final year of Electrical Engineering. In July 2023, I had the opportunity to travel to Berlin, Germany to attend a two-week program at Technische Universität Berlin. I touched down in the Netherlands two weeks before my program start date and took the long route to Berlin.…
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Earlier this month, I embarked on an adventure that forever changed the way I see the world and my role in it. Imagine being at the United Nations in Bangkok, representing your university among 450+ students from 46 different countries, all driven by the same goal: to make the world a better place. That’s exactly…
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Participating in the cultural Global Short Program at Chiang Mai University in Thailand was truly enriching and a life-changing experience. Here are some of the highlights and benefits of my experience! One of the most enjoyable parts of my cultural exchange in Chiang Mai was the opportunity to immerse myself in Thai culture. I had…
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This summer, I had the incredible opportunity to embark on a journey of innovation and exploration through a captivating electronic board game project during my trip to Paris. The project, which combined intricate technology with the allure of Parisian landmarks, allowed us to create an interactive experience that seamlessly integrated a joystick, pressure sensors, magnetic…
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Embarking on a study abroad adventure at the University of Aarhus, Denmark, was an experience that broadened my horizons and enriched my life in many ways. Studying “Managing Language in International Organisations,” expanded my understanding of global communication dynamics, complementing my existing knowledge of internal communication. Collaborating with peers from around the world on assignments…
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Embarking on a journey to Beijing, China, as part of my faculty-led global short program was a transformative decision that profoundly shaped my perspective on the world forever. Amidst bustling streets and majestic historical sites, my time at the Beijing Institute of Technology became a whirlwind of cultural immersion, cross-cultural connections, and unforgettable experiences. A…
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Friendly dogs, clever innovations in baby care, and delicious bubble tea— three things I never thought I’d find in a provincial Thai hospital! The pleasant surprises didn’t stop coming through my whole trip to Bangkok for an exchange with Mahidol University. The hospitality and generosity of the Thai people, the richness of their culture, and…
