University College London
With Funding Available from University College London
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 contribute to sustainable development.
- The project includes; food, accommodation, 24/7 in-country support, weekend adventures, domestic travel, and charity donation. (Flights not included).
- Project costs from £1,895.
- UCL funding is available, up to £1,950.
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Grants are available from the Study Abroad team at the University College London, via the Turing Scheme & Global Experience Bursary.
- Financial support ranges from £480-£1,950. The amount depends on the participant’s circumstances.
- You must be a UCL undergraduate student, fully enrolled during the duration of the overseas programme.
- The above funding is only available for projects lasting at least 4 weeks – You can apply for alternative funding directly with the university
Additionally, the Global Experience Bursary supports undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate-taught (PGT) students on short-term mobility. Applications open Friday 3 November 2023 and are accepted on a rolling basis until 23:59, 1 April 2024.
The minimum bursary amount is £220 and the maximum bursary amount is £660. However, students may be eligible for a higher award if they are a Widening Participation (WP) student, up to £1320.
Application Process
- Â Apply Here
- Complete a call with a Think Pacific team member.
- Confirm Eligibility with the UCL Study Abroad Team for the amount of funding available.
- Confirm your place with Think Pacific.
If you have any further questions, please contact the Study Abroad team via askUCL.
In today’s multicultural society, it’s 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.
