Opportunity overview
High performing Year 10 students from Queensland state high schools will embark on a 14-day program, immersing themselves in school life and exploring cultural and historical landmarks in Hiroshima and Kyoto, Japan. Throughout the program, students will improve their language skills and participate in industry visits where they will see real life examples of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
This program targets students who would otherwise not have the opportunity to experience another culture in an international environment.
To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please join the Global Engagement team online for an information session held via Microsoft Teams on
Thursday 20 June 2024 from 3.30–4.15pm. Please
join the session via Teams or contact Global Engagement, Department of Education International on
global.engagement@qed.qld.gov.au if you require support or more information.
Program details
- 14-day program
- The program provides the opportunity to experience a different culture and school life, and improve Japanese language skills.
- 2 teacher chaperones will accompany the group for the duration of the program.
- Program itinerary and details will be provided in an online information session which the successful students and their families are required to attend.
- Teacher chaperones will be required to assist with the program planning, selection of students and pre/post-departure tasks.
- Students to be nominated by the current Japanese language and STEM teachers with a maximum of 2 student nominations per school.
- Students must have parent/guardian consent to submit an application.
Program inclusions
- Return economy airfares
- Land travel
- Travel insurance
- Accommodation
- Most meals
- Visa (if required)
Key dates
Application period: May to July 2024.
Travel period: December (during the summer school holidays).
Application
For students
Applications are open. For more information and to apply, please download the
application form, complete part A and B (including teacher and principal endorsement) and submit to
global.engagement@qed.qld.gov.au by 5pm Wednesday 31 July 2024.
For teachers
Applications are open. For more information and to apply, please download the
application form, complete part A and B (including principal endorsement) and submit to
global.engagement@qed.qld.gov.au by 5pm Wednesday 24 July 2024.
Contact
Global Engagement
Department of Education International
Phone: (07) 3513 5737
Email:
global.engagement@qed.qld.gov.au