Category: New Colombo Plan
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Last year whilst I was deep into the UTS spring semester I received an email in my inbox: “Explore Data Science In Paradise”. Usually, I would ignore such a bold claim, but eager to procrastinate my work, I read the email and was amazed by the opportunity it provided. Fast forward a couple months later,…
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I am currently studying electives in Chinese Languages as part of my exchange program at Tongji University. My electives include Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing which are all taught by different teachers. Tongji University has many different campuses and my campus is located at the Siping (四平路) Campus. Siping Campus has amazing facilities such as…
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“The NCP program is a fantastic opportunity to experience different cultures.” Claire Gimble, NCP Scholar 2022 I applied for the NCP Scholarship as I was interested in international exchange experiences, particularly in Asia. I wanted the opportunity to both study and work overseas so I could learn more about different cultures and improve my intercultural…
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Vanisha Singh, NCP Scholar 2022 Last year, I graduated with a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Software) and Diploma in Professional Engineering Practice, before beginning work as a graduate at my current workplace, Commonwealth Bank. Despite completing my New Colombo Plan (NCP) Scholarship program last year, I still firmly believe that embarking on the program was…
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Embarking on the Faculty-led Global Short Program to Beijing was an opportunity of a lifetime, offering a vibrant mix of educational enrichment and cultural immersion. I’ve returned with a treasure trove of memories, insights, and experiences that have deeply enhanced my academic and personal growth. Our journey began with a warm welcome at a local…
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In June, I was lucky enough to participate in a 2-week study tour in Indonesia, hosted by Universitas Indonesia, in Depok, just outside of Jakarta. This program was to learn about the Indonesian Healthcare system and how it compares to Australia. I am currently studying Bachelor of Nursing and one of my future goals is…
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I was one of the 13 fortunate health students who embarked on a remarkable two-week study tour in Indonesia, graciously hosted by the prestigious Universitas Indonesia, the highest-ranked university in the country. The stunning Kenanga Lake at Universitas Indonesia The core of our study tour was an immersive experience in Indonesian culture and their healthcare…
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Have you ever been faced with an opportunity that scared you yet excited you at the same time? That’s precisely what happened to me when I embarked on ACICIS’ two-week Public Health Study Tour (PHST) in Indonesia (Jakarta and Yogyakarta). Whilst the whole trip was amazing, some parts stuck out more than others. Learning Material…
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I love travelling. It is one of my greatest passions in life. When I found out there was an option to study, travel, and gain work experience through the UTS global shorts program – I jumped at the chance. But to be completely honest, Malaysia was not the first destination on my wish list. Nor…
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Being given the opportunity to partake in the Global Short Program experience has been one of the best and most eye-opening experiences of my life. My experience with the Global Short Program gave my peers and I the opportunity to visit Thailand and gain insight to how midwifery is practiced overseas as well as develop…
