(Cancelled due to epidemic of COVID-19) [Malaysia] UMAP Discovery Camp 2020
Period│August 3 - 14, 2020
Venue│Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)
Organizers│a. UMAP Malaysia National Secretariat
b. Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)
Webpage│http://umap.org/programs/summer/
Theme│Uniquely Malaysia: The Colour of Culture
Content│The program consists of lectures, field trips, cultural activities and performance. Participants will have the opportunity to interact with scholars and experts in the field and at the same time interact with the local communities. at the end of the program, the participants will gain new knowledge and insights on Malaysia that will enhance them as global citizens.
Schedule│
Day 1-3:
- introduction to Malaysia
- Intercultural Communication
- Tropical Heritage of Malaysia
Day 4-7
- Industry Visit
- Cultural Visit
- City Tour
Day 8-12
- Exploring Rural Communities
- The Magic of Sekincan
- Cultural Performance Workshop
Credit & Certificate│Students who complete the entire program (i.e all lectures and activities) will earn 2 credits as well as a
Certificate of Participation issued by UMAP Malaysia
Eligibility│a. Age between 18-23 years old as of April 30th 2020 (preferable)
b. IELTS score of 5.0 / TOEFL iBT score of 61 / TOEIC score of 650 at least;
c. Be willing to attend and participate in all lectures and activities included in the program
d. Be physically fit to travel and able to engage in all activities.
e. Must obtain a permit to enter Malaysia as stated in the following website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Malaysia [https://www.kln.gov.my/web/guest/home] if required.
f. Purchase international health insurance in their home country which covers both illness and accidents.
Fees│a. Program fees, such as tuition, accommodation, activities, local transportation and welcome/farewell parties will be covered by the organizer.
b.Participants are responsible for travel arrangement (to and from Malaysia) and expenses such as medical insurance and other personal expenses.
How to apply│a. Email personal information to out.outbound@mail.nsysu.edu.tw to be nominated.
(1. Name in Chinese、2. Name as on your passport、3. Department、4. Student ID、5. phone number, 6. Scanned/photo of English test result,
7. Statement of purpose、8. A recommendation letter from a faculty member of NSYSU.)
b. Announcement of successful participants.