Western Sydney University
Apply for Funding from the Go Global team at Western Sydney University
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 contribution to sustainable development.
- Project includes; food, accommodation, 24/7 in-country support, weekend adventures, domestic travel, and charity donation (Flights not included).
- Project costs from $2895 AUD for 16 days.
- Funding Support is available. Eligible students may be able to access up to $7,921 (Fiji projects) or $9,504 (Bali projects) via the OS Help scheme, limited availability. Please read more below or reach out to the Go Global Team with any questions.
- Don’t want to travel? Check out our Remote Internship
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Projects in Fiji: Biweekly on Thursday’s 2pm [FJT ] / 12pm [AEST] (Register Here)
Projects in Bali: Biweekly on Thursday’s 2pm [FJT ] / 12pm [AEST] (Register Here)
Think Pacific is partnered with the Go Global team at the Western Sydney University to provide service-learning projects, work-integrated learning placements and study tour opportunities. Depending on eligibility and availability, students can access funding for some of our projects in Fiji.
To see the full details of the application process, please refer to the below options.
If you would like to participate in this program, follow the steps below:
1. Register your interest with Western by clicking the register button on this webpage. You will also need to submit your application with Think Pacific after you register with Western.
2. Receive an offer letter from Think Pacific.
3. Receive further instructions from Western to complete your registration. The International Office will connect students with the university Travel and Security provider (ISOS).
4. It is highly recommended that you book an advising session with Go Global to have further discussion on how the program would work, including if you could possibly receive credits.
If you have any questions regarding any funding opportunities or eligibility, please contact staff at the university.
You may be able to access credit through Core Subjects, Elective Subjects and Unspecified Academic Credit.
You can learn more about how to gain academic credit for your Think Pacific project here.
The Western Sydney University Handbook is an amazing resource to review the subjects offered in your program, core subjects & elective subjects. If in doubt, you can always contact your Director of Academic Program (DAP) for further advice.
Once the college office has approved, you can submit an online application for financial assistance with the Go Global team.
- Go Global Grant of $500 to offset part of the international program fee (conditions apply). Places will be offered to the first students who apply, meet all the eligibility criteria and commit to the program. You can read more here.
- OS-HELP Loan ($7,921 if you will be studying outside of Asia or $9,504 if you will be studying in Asia for 2024).
- Contact the Scholarships team via Ask Flinders for all financial assistance enquiries.
OS-HELP is a generous Australian Government funding initiative and is one of the most progressive funding opportunities in the world for university students! Eligible students can borrow funds to assist them with paying for some – or all – of their approved overseas program costs:
- Up to $7,921 – for studies outside Asia
- Up to $9,504 – for studies within Asia
- Additional $1,263 – Asian language studies, specifically in preparation for your study in Asia.
OS-HELP is administered by your Australian university. If you are interested in taking advantage of this funding opportunity you will need to submit an OS-HELP application directly to your university. You can find more information on your universities website.
Winston Churchill Trust Fellowship- for Fiji & Bali Projects:Â The Churchill Fellowship offers Australian citizens and permanent residents a opportunity to travel overseas for four to eight weeks. A Fellowship is a fully funded trip that covers all travel, accommodation and meals, and any other fees approved in your application.
Deadline to Apply: 1st May 2024
Read More:Â https://www.churchilltrust.com.au/
Pacific Development and Conservation Trust Grants-for Fiji Projects: The trust provides funding for projects that support sustainable development where communities work together. There are two application rounds per year, which open in February and August each year.
Deadline to Apply: August 2024
Read More: https://www.communitymatters.govt.nz/pacific-development-and-conservation-trust-2/
Fundraising: Students can also fundraise for our charity to contribute towards project fees – fundraising guide available upon request.
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.
