Fully-Funded Global Mobility for Further Education

Life-Changing Experiences for FE Students in Fiji & Bali
Transformational International Projects For Learners Aged 16+

Think Pacific support FE/ VET Colleges to undertake fully funded global mobility projects to Bali and the Fiji islands with support of the UK Government Turing Scheme.

Our 2+Week international experiences enable students to further their educational, vocational and technical skills; increase their exposure to diverse cultural experiences and develop personal and social competences including teamwork, communication, problem solving and confidence.

We are a UK social enterprise, and registered international charity, with permanent staff based globally. For over a decade, we have guided 6000+ UK students to the Asia-Pacific region, working in partnership with educational institutions and international charities, NGOs, business and government departments.

We can tailor a program to your unique experiential requirements and learning outcomes. All of our programmes are designed to meet learning outcomes and are eligible for Turing Scheme funding.

At a Glance
  • UK Social Enterprise and Internationally registered charity
  • Programmes designed to receive funding with UK Government Turing Scheme
  • MOU agreements and long term partnerships with over 100 charities, NGOs and businesses globally
  • Gold standards of Health and Safety to BS8848 Standards
  • Programmes support the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
  • Trusted by over 80 + universities and FE Institutions globally
  • 6000+ student participants, since 2009
  • From design to delivery, expert end-to-end mobility service
  • Guiding over 1000 students with Turing Scheme funding across 2022 & 2023
  • Experienced Global Staff Team based across the UK, Bali and Fiji.
  • Over $10m invested into sustainable development initiatives through our charity

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What Will Your Students Gain?

Think Pacific supports UK colleges and schools to offer life changing experiences, which enable learners to:

  • Experience;  Gain hands work and industry knowledge, networks and experience
  • Culture: Learn about a new culture through field visits and local immersion
  • Sustainability; Have a tangible impact to sustainable development goals
  • Challenge; Expand your comfort zone and throw yourself into diverse challenges
  • Learn; Gain lived experience from travelling, learning and working internationally
  • Skills; Develop ‘soft skills’ such as teamwork, communication & leadership.

Global Experience + Cultural Understanding + Contribution = Huge Personal Growth

Funding From The UK Government's Turing Scheme

The Turing Scheme is the UK government’s initiative to provide funding for international opportunities in education and training across the world. The scheme facilitates thousands of students each year to access valuable experiential learning opportunities that enhance their employability and broaden their world perspectives.

Our 2 week programmes are designed to meet the requirements and budgets of the scheme, to ensure that the following costs are fully covered for students: accommodation, in-country travel, food, flights, placement and itinerary & field trips.

If you’re wondering how to organise a fully-funded work experience project for your School, Further Education (Sixth Form & College) or Higher Education (University) students, please don’t hesitate to reach out and arrange a meeting. The deadline for applications to the Turing Scheme for the next round of funding is April 2023.

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Life-Changing Global Work Experience

Some of our most popular programmes…

Since 2021 we have facilitated over 1000 Turing funded learner placements.

Bali Business Placement

Learners experience Bali’s thriving business ecosystem, enjoy masterclasses from business leaders, networking, professional workshops, cultural experiences and work on mini projects for Indonesian business clients.

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Building Work Experience Fiji

Leave a physical legacy and learn from local Fijian building experts by achieving the construction of important facilities in rural Fijian communities, including building health centres and improving sanitation facilities in partnership with the Fijian Government.

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Health & Social Care in Fiji

Expand your skills through experience, collaborate on locally driven project aims and experience authentic cultural immersion. Learn from health professionals, visit health and care settings and support Diabetes Fiji to deliver workshops.

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Sports Coaching Project Fiji

An outreach programme for rural communities, you will collaborate with members of a Fijian youth group (aged 18-24 year olds) to develop technique and skills of your favourite sports at grass roots level, whilst learning from National Sports Bodies in the Pacific.

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Bespoke Work & Study Programmes
Crafted to meet your learning programme objectives

With over 100 global business and charity partners, we design unique programmes to provide general global citizenship experiences, personal development and achievement of the Gatsby benchmarks for all students.   We also delight in crafting unique programmes to meet specific curriculum areas for learners.

Management
Bali or Fiji
Social Care
Fiji
Tourism
Bali or Fiji
Catering & Hospitality
Bali or Fiji
Sports Courses
Fiji
Childcare & Early Years
Bali or Fiji
Animal Management
Bali or Fiji
Construction
Fiji
Horticulture
Bali or Fiji
Public Services
Fiji
Media & Design
Bali
Digital & Computing
Bali
Why Choose Think Pacific?
Our Unique Services

We provide a wide range of services for both 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
In-Country Briefings
Briefing webinars, live online Q&A, extensive resources and personal support to ensure students are fully prepared
Cultural Orientation
In depth introductions to history, culture, etiquette and traditional practices by our local team
BS8848 Standards
We operate to strict British industry regulations for running overseas projects
Local Leadership
Think Pacific's experienced and highly professional local leader team guiding programs from start to finish
24/7 Support
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 experience
Academic Insight
Formal partnerships with 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

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Arrange a Zoom call to discuss a Turing Scheme project with a Director.

Supporting Turing Scheme Outcomes
Creating Global Citizens & Boosting Employability

Our aim is for every student to complete their project with a set of experiences, attributes and transferable skills, which can positively impact their future education, career ambitions and transition to life beyond study. Our projects require students to leave their comfort zone, learn a new culture and form new friendships as they collaborate on a personal journey of self-development. Students consistently return home with a fresh perspective and heightened appreciation for education, community and the opportunities that have been afforded to them.

Core Learning Objectives
  • Students demonstrate 12 examples of Work-Ready skills developed from participation in the programme through a reflective journal.
  • Students demonstrate an understanding of sustainability, global citizenship and civic responsibility by delivering a presentation during the final few days of the program to local stakeholders.
  • Students discuss how they will continue to foster cross-cultural learning, sustainability and civic responsibility at home.

Work Ready Skills & Attributes

Through a reflective journal, submitted at the end of the program, students must highlight specific examples for how they have demonstrated the following attributes: communication, teamwork, cultural Intelligence, resilience, emotional intelligence, integrity, motivation, responsibility, adaptability, critical thinking, creativity, leadership.

Some of Our Partner Organisations
See a Selection of our 90+ In-Country Partners
Long Term Positive Outcomes
Cultural Exchange, which Benefits Fiji & Bali 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 a long term positive impact on Fiji & Bali’s future.

Sustainability: Investing in Fiji's Future

Our projects 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.