International Summer Programmes (i-SP)

Thailand: Youth Exchange Program - “ASEAN Youth & the Evolving Regional Architecture”

What is this programme about?

ASEAN as a regional political bloc has made tremendous progress in various areas of cooperation in the last forty-five years. The acceleration to establish an ASEAN Community by 2015 shows the commitment by ASEAN leaders to strengthen regional cooperation and move towards a more integrated community. However, disparities abound among member countries especially those with transitional economies. ASEAN is therefore in dire need of a firm regional architecture that is ASEAN-centered, and the potential of the next generation will shape this evolving regional architecture in achieving unity and stability.

Hosted by the ASEAN Studies Center of Thailand’s Chulalongkorn University, this 11-day programme will allow participants to learn more about ASEAN in areas related to the three intertwined pillars – political security, economic development and socio-cultural understanding.

When does the programme take place?

16 to 25 May 2013

Where does the programme take place?

Bangkok, Thailand

What is the academic content?

Students will participate in excursions to ASEAN partners such as UNESCAP and cultural sites.  Academic content will include panel discussions and lectures.  An overview of the programme can be downloaded here.

What does it include?

Accommodation, meals and in-country transport costs will be sponsored by Chulalongkorn University.

What is the student accommodation?

Participants will be housed in accommodation arranged by Chulalongkorn University.

How much does it cost?

Item	Cost
Accommodation & Meals	Sponsored by Chulalongkorn University
Airfare	SGD 300
Visa	Tourist visa is free for Singaporeans
Miscellaneous Expenditure (e.g. entertainment, etc.)	SGD 500
Total Estimated Cost	SGD 800

Please note, these are estimated expenses and actual expenses may differ based on price shifts and personal spending habits!

Is financial assistance available?

Participants of this programme are eligible to apply for the NASA Enhancement Scholarship. For more information, visit this webpage: http://www.nus.edu.sg/iro/financial/out/nasa/index.html

Number of placements available?

15

What are the eligibility requirements?

Current NUS undergraduates from any faculty. Must have completed at least one year of study at NUS prior to participation in this programme. Should not be in their graduating semester prior to participation in this programme. CAP of 3.0 and above.

 

Is a visa required?

The need for a visa depends on the nationality of the NUS student. Singaporeans can participate on a visa-waiver tourist status. All other nationalities should consult the Royal Thai Embassy in Singapore to determine the specifics of the visa application procedures.

Royal Thai Embassy in Singapore
370 Orchard Road
Singapore 238870

Students are responsible for ensuring that they have proper entry documents for all countries they plan to visit as part of this programme!

How do I apply?

The application deadline is Sunday, 14 April 2013.

Interested students must submit the following documents to IRO via email at: irook@nus.edu.sg.

Programme Application Form Copy of your CV Unofficial NUS transcript (downloadable from MyISIS) Parental consent form (only for applicants under the age of 20) Passport – scanned copy of the particulars page

 

Who to contact for more information?

For additional information or related queries, please click here.