Flinders University
Apply for Funding from the Global Experience team at Flinders University
Are you looking to make the most of your university summer? Join a team, live at the heart of a traditional village and work on projects that will leave a lasting impact on your future.
Challenge yourself with a team of like-minded students, whilst gaining extraordinary international experience, developing unique skills and making a real contribution to initiatives that are achieving ground-breaking results through inspiring partnerships.
Whether you are looking to enhance your university degree or embark on a meaningful adventure – our projects are ideal for students looking to expand their horizons and bridge the gap between university and graduate employment.
- Award-winning volunteering and internships, since 2009.
- 1-Month or 16-Day Projects in Fiji & Bali
- Support the achievement of the UN SDGs
- Work on behalf of exclusive partners, such as the Fijian Government
- Complete cultural immersion in a traditional village.
- Work on Business, Youth, Build, Mental Health or Sport initiatives.
- Develop employability skills, meet like-minded people and contribution to sustainable development.
- Project includes; food, accommodation, 24/7 in-country support, weekend adventures, domestic travel, and charity donation (Flights not included).
- Project costs from $2895 AUD for 16 days.
- Funding Support is available. Eligible students may be able to access up to $7,921 (Fiji projects) or $9,504 (Bali projects) via the OS Help scheme, limited availability. Please read more below or reach out to the Flinders Global Experience Team with any questions.
- Donât want to travel? Check out our Remote Internship
Join a Discovery Session 
đ
Click here to either watch a recording of a previous webinar, or register for live sessions held every week.
Projects in Fiji: Biweekly on Thursdayâs 2pm [FJT ] / 12pm [AEST] (Register Here)
Projects in Bali: Biweekly on Thursdayâs 2pm [FJT ] / 12pm [AEST] (Register Here)
Think Pacific is proud to partner with Flinders University and has a formal, signed agreement with the University since 2021.
Hereâs an overview of the steps involved with accessing university funding for a project in Fiji:
- Check eligibility with Flinders University
- Obtain a credit letter from Flinders University
- Apply with Think Pacific for your desired program
- Apply to Flinders University for financial assistance
Please click below âHow to Apply for Flinders University Funding?â to see the full details of the application process.
Do you have questions? Please contact the Global Experience Team (global.experience@flinders.edu.au) if you are not sure about how to apply for credit or find a suitable study program.
1. Check eligibility with Flinders University
- a) Check if you meet eligibility to study overseas as a Flinders student. *Note some Think Pacific programs may have additional requirements.
- b) Academic results can be obtained via an unofficial transcript/printable version of your results from the Student System.
2. Obtain a credit letter
-
- a) Complete a short-term study abroad credit request form
- b) Submit an online request via Ask Flinders request  to obtain a credit letter from your College.
- i) >>> Scroll down and select Request Support at the bottom of the page.
- ii) >>> Select Area > Overseas Study Application and Overseas Study Application Area > Short term Study Overseas from the drop-down list
- iii) >>> Attach your completed study abroad credit request form and other relevant documentation.
- c) Your college will obtain your course coordinatorâs signature on your behalf once you  submit your Ask Flinders query.
3. Apply with Think Pacific
-
- Submit your credit letter to Think Pacific to verify that you have obtained credit approval from Flinders University.
- Follow Think Pacificâs program application steps.
Once the college office has approved your request and provided you with a credit letter, you can submit an online application for financial assistance through the Student System.
- RA Simpson International Scholarship ($500)
- OS-HELP Loan ($7,921 if you will be studying outside of Asia or $9,504 if you will be studying in Asia for 2024).
- Contact the Scholarships team via Ask Flinders for all financial assistance enquiries.
OS-HELPÂ is a generous Australian Government funding initiative and is one of the most progressive funding opportunities in the world for university students! Eligible students can borrow funds to assist them with paying for some â or all â of their approved overseas program costs:
- Up to $7,921Â â for studies outside Asia
- Up to $9,504Â â for studies within Asia
- Additional $1,263 â Asian language studies, specifically in preparation for your study in Asia.
OS-HELP is administered by your Australian university. If you are interested in taking advantage of this funding opportunity you will need to submit an OS-HELP application directly to your university. You can find more information on your universities website.
Flinders students are eligible to obtain no cost Flinders travel insurance to study overseas:
- Register online through the Student Travel Insurance portal after you pay your deposit to CISaustralia.
- Email the Risk and Insurance
Do you have questions? Please contact the Learn without Borders Team at Flinders University if you are not sure about how to apply for credit or find a suitable study program.
Winston Churchill Trust Fellowship-Fiji & Bali Projects:Â The Churchill Fellowship offers Australian citizens and permanent residents a opportunity to travel overseas for four to eight weeks. A Fellowship is a fully funded trip that covers all travel, accommodation and meals, and any other fees approved in your application.
Deadline to Apply: 1st May 2024
Read More:Â https://www.churchilltrust.com.au/
Pacific Development and Conservation Trust Grants-for Fiji Projects: The trust provides funding for projects that support sustainable development where communities work together. There are two application rounds per year, which open in February and August each year.
Deadline to Apply: August 2024
Read More: https://www.communitymatters.govt.nz/pacific-development-and-conservation-trust-2/
Fundraising: Students can also fundraise for our charity to contribute towards project fees â fundraising guide available upon request.
In todayâs multicultural society, itâs hugely beneficial to travel and experience life in another country and culture before settling into a career. No amount of time in the classroom can replace hands-on, active learning. Our aim is for every student to complete their project with a set of experiences and transferable skills, which can profoundly improve their future:
- Gain 100 + hours of international work experience.
- Boost cultural IQ & enhance global perspectives.
- Activate global citizenship & broaden horizons.
- Contribute towards sustainable development, on behalf of our partners.
- Increase your leadership skills through collaborative work.
- Job references, certificate of completion, and LinkedIn endorsement.
- Potential employment opportunities via Think Pacific graduate scheme.
Collaboration + Culture + Challenge = Extraordinary Personal Development
Become a member of a Fijian family and work within a team whilst contributing to sustainable development initiatives that support the achievement of the Fiji National Development Plan.
Our projects in Fiji are truly unique. They take place in rural communities which are a world away from the usual crowds and the average volunteer projects. The villages in Fiji are only accessible upon invitation by the chief only, which means you can sample a way of life that few people will ever be fortunate enough to see.
Our projects in Bali offer you the opportunity to supercharge your CV by completing a professional internship or placement for our inspiring partners, which includes a collection of hand-picked local NGOs, businesses and social enterprises.
Whilst living in a traditional Balinese village and immersing into the local culture, you can promote positive Mental Health or complete an internship for partners across a range of sectors.
