Work With Us To Create a Specialised Study Tour to the South Pacific
Transformational Experiences For University Students
In Partnership with the Fijian Government, the University of the South Pacific, Fiji National University and over 90 Fijian organisations.
Are you a university academic or global mobility staff member exploring third-party providers for your next faculty-led study tour?
Think Pacific works in collaboration with higher education providers across the world to offer outbound mobility projects to the Fiji Islands that align with specific work experience and employability outcomes.
For over a decade we have utilized our unrivalled Fijian staff team, local knowledge, extensive local network and depth of understanding to create credit bearing programs that expand students’ international experience and bring your students closer to Fiji.
As a registered Fijian charity, Think Pacific is a specialist third-party provider for study tours, service-learning, internships and remote programmes in Fiji – you can choose a ready made itinerary or we can tailor a program to your unique experiential requirements and learning outcomes.
All of our study tours are designed to meet academic credit requirements and are eligible for New Columbo Plan funding.
At a Glance
Culturally Immersive In-Country & Remote options
Registered Fijian organisation with HQ in Suva (and registered UK organisation)
10+ years partnerships with Fijian Government Ministries
Formal partners with The University of the South Pacific and Fiji National University
Approved NCP funded programs for Australian Universities
Gold standards of Health and Safety to DFAT guidelines
All projects support the Fiji National Development Plan & UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Trusted by over 70 universities globally
6000+ student participants, since 2009
From design to delivery, expert end-to-end mobility service
Over $10m invested into Fiji’s sustainable development
Supporting Global Mobility For Universities
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Arrange a call to discuss a Study Tour with our Partnerships Director via: harry@thinkpacific.com
See Our Range of Study Tours...
90+ Fijian Partners to Collaborate With
Below are a few example itineraries of 16-day Study Tours that have been designed and delivered alongside university partners. If you can’t see a program that works for you and the needs of your institutions, we would be delighted to design a bespoke program for you.
Coming soon to our list of existing itineraries are study tour programs in the following fields: Marketing, Women’s Empowerment, Sustainable Development & Indigenous Culture.
Think Pacific are a formally registered third party provider under Western Sydney University Go Global Office for their virtual and mobility programmes. I would encourage more university staff to consider visiting the Fiji Islands and discuss their programming needs with Think Pacific.
Steven McDonald, Go Global & Study Abroad, Western Sydney University
What Can Be Included?
When Designing Your Study Tour
Cultural Immersion
Immerse into Fijian culture by spending time visiting or living at the heart of a traditional and remote village. See Fiji through the eyes of the local people and experience age-old customs and traditions.
Study Abroad
Learn from academics in the South Pacific. Complete workshops, short-courses or study sessions at the University of the South Pacific.
Action Challenge
Complete a group social action challenge supporting community-based development initiatives in Fiji. Student can present their work to experts and sector leaders.
Field Visits
Students can spend time learning from local leaders and implementers in their relevant field of study. Visit organisations and businesses to engage with entrepreneurs, policy makers and thought leaders.
Team Activities
Visit local attractions such as waterfall rainforests, and museums or sail a traditional Polynesian Sailing Canoe on a castaway island resort. Participate in team activities hosted by the University of the South Pacific.
Local Group Leaders
All of our Study Tours are managed and guided by our in-country operations team. You will be assigned local group leaders that shall provide 24/7 support and be by your side each day, with further assistance from our Regional Manager and Programs Manager.
Why Choose Think Pacific?
Our Unique Services Universities
We provide a wide range of services for both university staff and students. Whether that is pre-departure, during program delivery and after students return home.
Pre-departure
Itinerary creation, grant application support, promotional assistance, management of applications, care of enquiries, visa processing and flight support
Fiji Briefings
Briefing webinars, live online Q&A, extensive resources and personal support to ensure students are fully prepared
Cultural Orientation
In depth introductions in Fijian history, culture, etiquette and traditional practices by our Fijian team
DFAT Compliant
Comprehensive policies to DFAT guidelines including health and safety, safeguarding and PSEAH
Local Leadership
Think Pacific's experienced and highly professional local leader team guiding programs from start to finish
24/7 Support
HQ in Suva, Fiji and experienced management team to provide complete logistical and back up support
Crisis Management
Proactive and professional planning for any situation and regular reviews and scenario training
Health Care
Our #1 priority for every program. Planning logistics to ensure access to the best medical care is always available.
Risk Assessment
Comprehensive and tailored risk assessments for every tour, created to international standards
Local Knowledge
Unrivalled local knowledge, local partnerships and national connections to provide the most unique Fijian experience
Academic insight
Formal partnerships with Fiji's two universities, providing academic speakers, courses and student collaboration
Trusted partners
A network of over 90 organisations, forged over a decade, connecting your students with extraordinary local leaders
Request a Meeting 💻
Arrange a call to discuss a Study Tour with our Partnerships Director via: harry@thinkpacific.com
Cultural Exchange, which Benefits Fiji Sustainably
Our aim is for every student to build an understanding and connection with Fiji, whilst being part of a study tour program, which has long term positive impact for Fiji’s future.
Investing in Fiji's Future
Our programs are built upon sustainable partnerships with organisations in Fiji and are designed under our formal agreements with Fijian Ministries.
As a registered local organisation, we invest in local staff, job creation and training; we add capacity to our partner organisations and expand the skills of Fijian university students and unemployed youth through global collaboration, courses and professional experience.
Through the Think Pacific Foundation, we support local Fijian charities and communities to achieve sustainable development goals under the guidance of Fiji’s National Development Plan.
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