Presentation to Admissions staff on the Global Citizenship Program
Study Abroad Internship Program in China for Education Students
1. Study Abroad (Internship) Program – SA(I)P as organized by The Australia China Investment Corporation (ACIC) | Brisbane | Melbourne | Singapore | Beijing |
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3. “ We must foster an international outlook among Australian students, both through study abroad and through coverage of international issues in our courses” - The Hon. Julie Bishop, MP “ No one who has lived through the second half of the 20th century could possibly be blind to the enormous impact of exchange programs on the future of countries,” - Former US President, Bill Clinton
4. “ Australian Education degrees are becoming more popular , with 2009’s first-preference applications increasing by more than 7% and the number of students being offered a place up by 8.4%” - The Age, January 20, 2009 “ Teacher education institutions are finding it increasingly difficult to place all of their students in schools. Universities are required to provide practical places for their students, but there is no obligation on employing authorities or schools to offer places. ” - Sue Willis, Australian Council of Deans Association President & Monash University Dean of Education, January 2009 But …
5. Complicating matters, current levels & availability of financial support for students is causing the system to fall short of ensuring Australians from all groups in society have the opportunity to participate successfully in higher education…
6. “ I am about to go on full-time unpaid placement for three months, which is required for my degree. During this time, I will only have Centrelink payments, and therefore be spending 60% of my income on accommodation” - La Trobe University student (comments from a 2008 survey conducted by La Trobe Student’s Representative Council) “ Without Youth Allowance, I could not afford to be at uni , simple as that. Even with Youth Allowance, I could not afford to house myself were it not for my scholarships,” - Monash University student (Higher Education Review Student Survey [2008], Monash Student’s Association)
7. Mission to empower graduates with the employability skills needed to take their place in the world through a comprehensive and all-expenses-paid Work-Integrated-Learning program
8. Vision to become the 1 st choice , accredited Work-Integrated-Learning provider for graduates in the Asia-Pacific by 2013
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10. We’re not here to be the biggest WIL provider , what concerns us is being the best … Financial hardship should no longer keep interested students from participating in study abroad programs
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17. Successful Candidates “ Watching their English improve has been so rewarding and my own confidence as a teacher has grown,” Melanie, 2008 “ ACIC has been a great, helpful company who are very supportive. If you get offered the opportunity to do this, grab it with both hands! ,” “ I would definitely recommend this experience of a lifetime,” Kim, 2007 Sarah, 2007
22. Next Intake 1. Places Available, total of 30 - EC Education: 20 - Elementary: 10 2. Location - Beijing (80%) - Yangzi Delta (Greater Shanghai) 3. Key Dates - Application cut-off: - Interview & Selection: - Offer of Placement: - Expected arrival in China:
23. Schedule Ongoing Pastoral Care Placement begins Upon-Arrival Orientation & Training Travel Insurance Travel to Beijing Air-tickets booked Pre-departure Orientation Visa Application Placement Offer Telephone Interview Interview & Selection Online Application Meet students & universities – On-campus Presentations Sept 2009 Aug 2009 July 2009 June 2009 May 2009
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26. For more info or to submit your application visit www.acinvests.com All enquiries can be sent to [email_address] | Brisbane | Melbourne | Singapore | Beijing | The Australia China Investment Co. P/L
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