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University of Liverpool
Global Experiences for University Students in Fiji, Bali & Thailand
What Are Your Plans for Summer 2027?
Spend this summer doing something you’ll talk about for years to come.
Travel to Fiji, Bali or Northern Thailand with a group of students, experience incredible cultures, take on unforgettable adventures and build lasting friendships along the way.
Think Pacific’s ‘award-winning’ 18–21 day programmes go beyond ordinary travel. You’ll connect with local communities, learn from inspiring people and organisations, and return home with greater confidence, stronger employability skills and a fresh perspective on the world.
Adventure further. Experience more. Build your future.
At a Glance..
- Award-winning student programmes since 2009
- 18–21 day summer experiences in Fiji, Bali & Thailand
- Travel as part of a group and build friendships with students from across the UK and beyond
- Experience local culture, communities and unforgettable adventures
- Learn directly from local people, organisations and partners
- Build confidence, employability, cultural awareness and real-world skills
- Choose from Fiji Village Immersion, Bali Global Futures or Thailand Global Futures
- Accommodation, meals, in-country transport, activities and 24/7 support included
- Programme fees from £1,895, excluding flights
- University funding and bursaries of up to £1,800 may be available
Global Travel Bursaries Available
Funding is available from the Global Team via the UK Government’s Turing Scheme.
- Financial support ranges from £230-£1800. The amount depends on the participant’s circumstances, such as household income.
- The University of Liverpool has funding 20 students to Fiji or Bali on 3-week programs.
- The funding is for WP students only who meet these criteria:
If you are in receipt of one of the following bursaries with a household income of £35,000 or less
- Liverpool Bursary, Liverpool Scholars Award, Young Adult Carers, Care Experience, Estranged Family Bursary, Migrant Bursary
- If you don’t meet one of the above criteria you can either apply independently to any of our third party providers
- Non WP students will not receive any funding from the University towards your programme but you will receive pre departure support, health insurance and an access to International SOS.
Students who are entitled to funding will receive:
- 50% programme fee paid directly to Think Pacific
- £440 towards cost of living
- Up to £905 (Bali) or £1360 (Fiji) based on receipted expenditure for flights
Application Process
- Application interview with a Think Pacific team member, must apply online before 4th January 2026.
- Apply to the Global Team, to find out whether you’re eligible for funding, contact: goabroad@liverpool.ac.uk
- Confirm your place with Think Pacific.
What Can You Gain?
A Think Pacific experience is about more than where you go. It’s about what you come home with.
- Career-Boosting Experience: Build the confidence, communication, teamwork and adaptability employers value.
- A Global Perspective: Experience different cultures, ideas and challenges first-hand.
- Confidence & Direction: Discover more about your strengths, interests and where you want to go next.
- Friendships That Last: Share the experience with a group of students and build genuine connections along the way.
- Unforgettable Experiences: Adventure, culture, challenge and moments you’ll be talking about for years.
- Meaningful Connection: Learn directly from local communities and organisations through respectful cultural exchange.
Our Programmes 🌴
Find the Summer Adventure for You
Fiji Islands 🇫🇯
Village Immersion (21 Days)
Live within a traditional Fijian village and experience daily life, culture and community from the inside.
Learn traditional skills, share meals and stories, explore Fiji’s tropical interior and build genuine relationships with the people who welcome you into their community.
Our deepest cultural experience.
Bali 🇮🇩
Global Futures (18 Days)
Discover Bali beyond the tourist trail through culture, community, sustainability and adventure.
Live within a Balinese community, explore temples and rice terraces, meet local changemakers, take on a real-world Action Project and experience everything from rafting to conservation and traditional arts.
Culture, purpose and adventure in one unforgettable journey.
Thailand 🇹🇭
Global Futures (18 Days)
Experience the real Northern Thailand through culture, social impact, nature and adventure.
Explore Chiang Mai and mountain communities, learn from local organisations, take on an Action Project and experience highlights including Muay Thai, national parks, waterfalls, traditional crafts and ethical elephant conservation.
A high-energy journey through culture, purpose and adventure.
Student Testimonials...
From Those Before You