Where can I go? (Global Opportunities Search Tool)
Summer in Fiji - Volunteering with Think Pacific, Fiji
Website
https://thinkpacific.com/university-of-liverpool/
City Information
We're really excited to partner with Think Pacific to offer funding towards the project costs for up to 55students to spend one month volunteering in Fiji!
University Information
Only Widening Participation (WP) students are eligible to apply for a funded place through the University. You can check if you are WP here FAQs FAQs- Global Opportunities - University of Liverpool
You can choose from a project focussing on either Community Development, Youth Empowerment, Mental Health or Sports Development and will work alongside students from other UK universities.
To apply for this programme, you should apply directly to Think Pacific. Places will be allocated on a first come first served basis by Think Pacific. If you’re not successful in gaining a funded place, you can still apply to take part, but please note you will need to cover the programme fee yourself and will not receive any funding from the university. Please note:
- If you are a student currently in your final year, you as your chosen project must end by 16th July at the latest
- If you are a student in any other year, your chosen project must end by 14th August at the latest
Additional Information
Funding Information
Programme fee - £2145 (includes £195 registration fee). Students will need to fundraise or contribute 50% of the fee (£1072.50 total, £877.50 after paying the £195 registration fee).
The remaining 50% fee will be covered by University of Liverpool Award Fund and will be paid directly to Think Pacific.
Students will also be eligible for funding from the Turing scheme this is paid in two instalments 80% when you have fundraised/contributed 50% of the programme fee and 20% when you have finished your project. The total amount you are entitled to is £1950, this consists of a travel grant of £1360 and a cost of living grant of £590. The programme fee for both programmes includes accommodation, food, on-site support and online development activities.
Summary Table
| Competitiveness | Very competitive |
|---|---|
| Minimum Academic Average needed for Year Abroad | N/A |
| Number of places open for semester abroad | N/A |
| Number of places open for year abroad | N/A |
| Number of places open for summer abroad | 55 |
| Semester Abroad only: Do UK Students Need a Visa? | Yes |
|
Total estimated cost per semester in local currency (check xe.com for current exchange rates) |
£1072.50 (outstanding programme fee) and approx. £1200 (flights) |
| Are exchange students guaranteed a place in University halls of residence? | Yes |
| Which UoL semester would a student normally spend at this partner? | Summer School |
Check www.xe.com for current exchange rates.