Shaping Futures: Climate Change in Malaysia

Key information

Destinations: Malaysia

Dates: 22 June – 7 July 2024

Program cost: A$3,500 + airfares (inclusions and exclusions below)

Funding:

• 20 x A$3,000 New Colombo Plan Mobility Grants available for eligible undergraduate students
• $9,504 OS-HELP Loans available for eligible students

Program eligibility: Undergraduate students 

Application deadline: 31 March 2024

Overview

Malaysia, highly biodiverse, faces ecosystem degradation in wetlands and forests with the risk of accelerated damage due to increasing climate change. In 2021, it ranked among the bottom 10 nations in the Climate Change Performance Index.

Join this study tour to apply your multidisciplinary knowledge, work in diverse teams, and collaborate with local stakeholders to develop innovative solutions for real-world climate issues. Engage with local students, enhance your global professional skills, and contribute to meaningful change. One that leads to real lasting benefits for local communities.

The journey concludes with fun activities and visits to Batu Caves, Royal Selangor Centre, and Jungle School Gombak.

Highlights and itinerary

Note that the itinerary for this study tour is tentative.

After your arrival in Kuala Lumpur, you’ll get settled before waking up the next day to jump into a safety briefing, Malaysian cooking class, cultural immersion and welcome dinner.

The next few days of the Study Tour will then consist of:

• Full days of company visits
• Immersion of Batu Caves and Royal Selangor Centre, including hands-on cultural activities
• A full day at Jungle School Gombak (learn about the rainforests from the Indigenous community, Orang Asli)
• Time to work on your projects/presentations
• Presentations, reflections and a farewell dinner

Two rewarding weeks with your peers, offering valuable skills and experiences to take home.

Academic information

Which unit/s can this program be taken for as credit?

MFP20001

Can this unit be taken as an elective by students in any Swinburne degree?

Yes.

Eligibility

To qualify for this program, you must:

• be enrolled into an Undergraduate degree
• have completed 100 credit points at the time of application