Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology - Summer School

**This experience is now full** SU Global in conjunction with our partner Universitas Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology are able to offer students a 4 week cultural and academic experience in Sri-Lanka, 20 student places available.

SU Global in conjunction with our partner Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology are able to offer students a 4 week cultural, work and volunteer experience in Sri-Lanka. Certain aspects of the trip may require walking for long distances on uneven pathways.

The programme, delivered in Sri-Lanka by Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology, includes interactive lectures/in-class activities, workshops, site visits and opportunities for cultural immersion.

The experience is open to all Staffordshire University students but is limited to 20 student places. You will need to apply for a place, making clear what you hope to learn from your intended participation in this programme. Contact SU Global Connections for further information and an application form.

Please send expressions of interest to and request from suglobal@staffs.ac.uk

Sri-Lanka

Sri Lanka, officially the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka (known as Ceylon before 1972) is an island nation in South Asia, located about 31 kilometres (19.3 mi) off the southern coast of India. Popularly referred to as the Pearl of the Indian Ocean, it is home to around twenty million people.

Famous for the production and export of tea, coffee, rubber and coconuts, Sri Lanka boasts a progressive and modern industrial economy and the highest per capita income in South Asia. The natural beauty of Sri Lanka’s tropical forests, beaches and landscape, as well as its rich cultural heritage, make it a world famous tourist destination.

 

Covid -19 Information

All participating students will receive up to date Covid and general travel advice by email and in pre-departure briefing sessions (mandatory attendance).

Costs

Student Contribution    £575

Included

  • Return flights from UK to Sri-Lanka
  • Transfer from Colombo airport to hotel
  • One piece checked luggage
  • Hotel Accommodation in shared rooms – breakfast provided
  • Transport within Sri-Lanka from airport, hotel and site visits
  • Welcome and Farewell ceremonies and dinner
  • Cultural visits and workshops
Duration
4 weeks
Departure date
Saturday 8 June 2024
Return date
Monday 8 July 2024
Application deadline
Ongoing
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