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Thailand & Hong Kong
Term Abroad in
January – May 2015
Term Abroad in
Thailand• Spend the winter 2015 term abroad in
Thailand, and earn full Brock credits
• Program includes time in residence at Burapha University International College, and extensive field studies throughout the country
• ideal for TREN majors• accessible to other majors for minor
or elective credit
• 2.5 Brock credits delivered in Thailand by BUUIC faculty and a Brock professor in residence
• Intensive international opportunity• Studies occur during the regular
Brock academic term -> no impact on summer employment
• Better value: longer period abroad, lower rates for accommodations and board
• Experience Thailand as a resident and a student, not just as a tourist
Why go on a Term Abroad?
TREN students at the Grand Palace
Why go on a Term Abroad?
• No credit transfer issues – all course credits recognized by Brock University
• No program completion issues - with proper planning, no need for summer courses or make-up courses
• Designed for Year 3 students, but open to students in years 1 through 4 as well
Exploring Ayutthaya
CAREFUL COURSE SELECTION AND PROGRAM PLANNING ARE IMPORTANT!
TREN majors:• See Tony Ward to plan your program• Office – PLZ 439– [email protected]
Other majors:• Talk to Dave Brown for further info• Office – MC C-425 - [email protected]
TYPICAL YEAR 3 PROGRAM PROFILE(may vary by individual)
Autumn term (at Brock University) Winter Term (at BUUIC)
• 1.5 TREN credits from regular TREN autumn term course offerings
• TREN 3PXX or 4Pxx – Details forthcoming (0.5 credit)
• 2 BUUIC Half-credit courses (TBA)(each substitutes for 0.5 Brock TREN credit)
• Additional 1.0 credit of TREN or other courses, as required for your program of studies
• TREN 3F94 - International Field Course: Settlements, Tourism and Sustainability in Thailand (1.0 credit)
Program OverviewWhen:
• January through early May 5
Where:• Burapha University International College (Bang
Saen, Chonburi Province, Thailand)early January – early May
• Field course excursions throughout Thailand• Hong Kong visit prior to Thailand
Schedule of Activities
(subject to change)
Autumn term• Pre-departure briefings
and course preparation at Brock University
Early January Transit to Thailand via Hong Kong
Burapha University Campus
Schedule of Activities
(subject to change)Jan – May BUUIC campus classes
0.5 BUUIC credit: e.g., Marine Tourism*
• 0.5 BUUIC credit: e.g., Agritourism*
(*or similar courses; may differ for non-TREN majors)
• 0.5 Brock credit: e.g., Environmental Heritage
BUUIC Student Residential Hotel
Schedule of Activities
(subject to change)Concurrently:• Field Course
TREN 3F94 - Settlements, Tourism and Sustainability in Thailand and Hong Kong
1.0 Brock credit(various destinations throughout Thailand)
Tree Planting in Na Haeo, Loei Province
• Full academic term • Open for major, minor, or elective credit• Duration: Early January – early May 2015• Led by Prof. Dave Brown
Thailand
Hong Kong• Intensive visit (likely 4 days, 3 nights) • Likely en route to Thailand• Will provide contrast to Thai cities, and important
case studies (urbanization, transport)
Depart Toronto early January
↓
Hong Kong: 4 days, in transit
↓
Thailand: Early January
↓
Return to Canada early May
Thailand & Hong Kong
Thailand• Metropolitan Bangkok• Central Plains region• Isan (Korat / Loei Province)• Northern forests and cities (Chiang
Mai, Chiang Rai)• Golden Triangle (Mekong River
region bordering Laos and Myanmar)
• Eastern Seaboard (Chonburi, Pattaya, Rayong, Koh Samet)
• Southern Thailand (Khao Lak, Andaman Seacoast, Phuket, Phiphi Islands and the out-islands)
Hong Kong• Hong Kong Island• Tsimshatsui district and the fabled
Hong Kong waterfront• Victoria Peak• Kowloon Peninsula districts:
Mongkok, Shatin, Lo Wu Chinese border
• Lantau Island• Car-free community of Discovery
Bay• Urban parks and reserves• Vertical villages of Kennedy Town• Aberdeen Harbour
• Two nations• Many diverse destinations
We plan to visit:
Current estimated cost with 15 - 20 participants:
$6500Includes:
– BUUIC course credit fees– international return airfare, Toronto – BKK – HK – Toronto– Field course transportation in Thailand– residence on campus and hotel on field trips– all Asian ground transfers– transportation by private a/c coach with driver / guide– entry to attractions on itinerary– sightseeing and admissions on itinerary– local taxes on accommodation and sightseeing
Thailand & Hong Kong
Current estimated cost with 15 - 20 participants:
$6500Does not include:
– Brock University course credit fees (1.5 credits)– Personal items and incidentals– Vaccinations if required– Public transit fares– Meals not listed in detailed itinerary– Passport handling fees / visas for non-Canadians
Thailand & Hong Kong
• FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
THE COSTS OF THIS TERM ABROAD PROGRAM ARE OSAP-ELIGIBLE
• Brock Travel Bursary
All full time OSAP-eligible Brock students are also eligible for a $500 per person travel bursary on full term programs recognized by the Brock Internationalization Committee
Thailand & Hong Kong
Where we will study:
The Campus
Burapha University, Bang Saen
Burapha University, Bang SaenBrock students at Burapha University, Bang Saen
Entrance to Burapha University, Bang Saen
Laemthong Shopping Mall across from Burapha University, Bang Saen
Administration Building, Burapha University, Bang Saen
Burapha University, Bang SaenBench and small Buddha shrine, Burapha University, Bang Saen
Burapha University, Bang SaenMain Auditorium, Burapha University, Bang Saen
Chinese Studies Pavillion, Burapha University, Bang Saen
Burapha University, Bang SaenFaculty Accommodation Towers, Burapha University, Bang Saen
Student Residence Building, Burapha University, Bang Saen
Burapha University, Bang SaenApartments and Coffee Shop, Burapha University, Bang Saen
Monk Cup Coffee Shop, Burapha University, Bang Saen
Sirindhorn Building, Burapha University, Bang Saen
Campus Shuttle Bus, Burapha University, Bang Saen
Central Park, Burapha University, Bang Saen
Burapha University, Bang SaenFaculty Accommodations across pond, Burapha University, Bang Saen
Stadium Entrance, Burapha University, Bang Saen
Burapha University, Bang SaenRunning Track and Field, Burapha University Stadium, Bang Saen
Covered outdoor courts, Burapha University, Bang Saen
Exercise station on jogging track, Burapha University, Bang Saen
Basketball courts, Burapha University, Bang Saen
Campus pathway, Burapha University, Bang Saen
Campus swimming pool, Burapha University, Bang Saen
Where we will study:
Burapha University
International College(BUUIC)
Prof. Dr. Suchart Upatham Building, BUUIC
Front entrance to BUUIC
Picnic salas in front of BUUIC
Picnic salas in front of BUUIC
Streetscape in front of BUUIC
Typical BUUIC classroom
BUUICTypical BUUIC classroom
BUUIC Library
BUICBUUIC Library
BUUIC Cafe
Where You will stay:
BUUIC INTERNATIONAL Residence (details forthcoming)
