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University of Leeds
Immersive Summer Experiences in Asia-Pacific for Students
Journeys With Purpose, Since 2009
Adventures That Boost Your Future
In partnership with local communities and governments, our immersive university programmes blend culture, adventure, and real-world learning, taking you far beyond the classroom.
Explore the incredible destination of Fiji, brought to life through our personal approach and deep local connections. Ignite your curiosity and grow personally and professionally through meaningful travel with specific thematic focus for your future. This is global experience that challenges your perspectives and boosts your future.
Guided by our Think GLOBAL framework and CARE principles, every programme blends immersive learning and long term benefits for local communities.
At a Glance..
- Award-winning student programmes since 2009
- 14–21 day summer experiences in Fiji.
- Guided by our unique GLOBAL Framework of experiential learning
- Community-led programmes aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Learn directly from local people & exclusive partners
- Graduate Skills & Career Themes: Social Enterprise, Mental Health, Global Health, Nursing, Sustainability, Engineering, Conservation, Arts & our broader ‘Ultimate’ programmes.
- Build employability, cultural intelligence, soft skills & lifelong friendships
- Inclusive of accommodation, meals, domestic travel, cultural activities & 24/7 support
- Apply for funding up to £1801 from the University of Leeds (for eligible students only)
Global Travel Bursaries Available
Apply for a grant from Global Opportunities at the University of Leeds.
The grant covers the full programme cost, cost of accommodation and the majority of your travel costs. Grants are not guaranteed to cover all of students’ living costs on placement, e.g., food and in-country travel.
Please note grant funding is limited and cannot be guaranteed.
- You will be invited to apply for Turing funding if you meet one or more of the criteria for Underrepresented backgrounds (URB) (See criteria here)
- Funding is available for 21-day placements in Fiji only between June – August 2026. The Ultimate Fiji programme 21 days will be prioritised
- Funding is limited and not guaranteed, even when a student is eligible
- Complete and submit the form by 23:59 on Sunday 15/02/2026
- Any student can apply to join a Think Pacific project in Fiji, Thailand or Bali and self-fund
- If you have any question about funding, please contact the university via: TuringScheme@leeds.ac.uk.
Application Process
- Apply online to Think Pacific, before 15th Feb 2026.
- Complete a university funding eligibility application form here, before 15th Feb 2026.
- If shortlisted for funding, complete a call with Think Pacific.
- Confirm your place with Think Pacific.
If you have any question about the projects, please contact Think Pacific via: info@thinkpacific.com.
Criteria for Higher Rate of Funding
Under-Represented Backgrounds Criteria
URB criteria:
- students with an annual household income of £25,000 or less (UK nationals only)
- students on the Plus Programme
- students who are registered with Disability Services at the University of Leeds
- students from UK Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Groups (UK nationals only)
- mature students (UK national undergraduates who started their degree aged 21 or over and have been out of formal education for at least three years)
- students receiving Universal Credit or income-related benefits because they are financially supporting themselves or financially supporting themselves and someone who is dependent on them and living with them, such as a child or partner
- students who are care-experienced or care leavers
- students who have caring responsibilities in a formal capacity, for example caring for a disabled parent or sibling
- estranged students (neither of the students’ parents can be found or it is not reasonably practicable to get in touch with either of them)
- refugees and asylum seekers
- students from UK armed forces families
- students who are the first in their family to enter higher education (UK nationals only)
What Will You Gain?
A Think Pacific Immersive Experience – A Summer Like No Other. Here’s what you’ll take away:
- Graduate Employability – Gain skills & experiences that employers really value.
- Global Perspectives – Understand complex issues from the ground up.
- Clarity & Confidence – Discover your values, strengths, and future direction.
- Lifelong Friendships – Travel with strangers who become like family.
- Unforgettable Moments – Adventure, connection, and unique memories.
- Positive Impact – Through respectful exchange & our CARE Approach
Bigger than an internship. Deeper than travel. More impactful than volunteering.
Immersive global programmes that transform students, connect you deeply with local perspectives, and create real long term impact.
Leeds Student Testimonials
Learn From The World’s Most Inspiring Places
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Journeys Like No Other
Fiji Islands 🇫🇯 🌴
Culture, Community & Island Life
Fiji is pure South Pacific magic, rooted in culture, community, and stunning nature. In the villages, you’ll dive into daily life and feel the warmth of island hospitality. But Fiji is more than paradise; it’s also tackling global issues like climate change and cultural preservation, giving you the chance to explore sustainability, identity, and resilience up close.
Fiji Village Immersion
21 Days
Our most iconic cultural immersion. Join a Fijian village and experience culture, community and adventure. An experience like no other that connects you deeply with Fiji, its people, and its culture.
Ultimate Fiji
21 days
From Fiji’s Capital to Coast to Community. Our most diverse experience. Explore Pacific identity, industry, conservation and culture, where ancient traditions meet modern Fiji.
Student Testimonials