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Surabaya, Indonesia 2012

for Early Childhood Education, Child & Youth Care, Nursing & Social Services students

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Dates

  • May - June, 2012 (actual dates not confirmed yet but will be a month abroad)

Program Overview

  • The Early Childhood Education & Care, Child & Youth Care, Nursing and Social Services programs at VIU, together with the faculties of Psychology and English (Teacher Training) at Widya Mandala Surabaya Catholic University in Indonesia, are working together to create relevant practical experiences for Canadian students interested in overseas practicum and work placement opportunities.   2007 student blog

Placement Sites

  • During your four week stay in Surabaya you will attend placements four days per week, as well as participate in weekly seminars. When possible, you will be partnered with Indonesian students in the placements. The following are possible placements sites:
    1. Pondok Hayat - is a home for single women who are pregnant and/or new mothers. This facility provides temporary shelter and care for the clientele. Last year students provided activities and support to both the mothers and the children.
    2.  Don Bosco - is an orphanage and day-care centre. This facility is funded by the Roman Catholic Church and the placement will provide opportunities to work in the orphanage with infants and/or toddlers and in the community day care centre with pre-schoolers. 
    3. Amaryllis- is a privately-funded community based school that provides education to children with learning difficulties. The children attending the school are in grades 4-6 academically. The school recently received government funding to operate a small store to provide children with the opportunity to develop job skills. The practicum student attending this placement will provide learning support and recreational activities for the children in the program.
    4. SDN Klampis - is a state-funded elementary school of approximately 300 students in a working class area of Surabaya. SDN Klampis is presently piloting one of the city's first inclusive elementary school programs. The children range in ages from about 5-12. This school provides an opportunity to work with children and teachers to support the implementation of inclusive activities. This program will also provide opportunities for you to do some informal teaching (sharing your knowledge about Canada and its culture) and recreational activities. 

    5. Jagir – is a street program funded and operated by the Roman Catholic Church. The program provides learning and recreational opportunities for children in the community who come from economically disadvantaged families. The program is offered in the evening and so provides a unique community-based study and volunteer work experience.

    6. Simo – is a street shelter funded and operated by the Roman Catholic Church. The shelter provides sleeping space, nutritious food, life skills and adult supervision to youth 13-18. The youth must attend school to remain at the shelter and work at the shelter operated ‘motor-bike wash’ in order to offset their living and schooling costs. This program is also offered in the evening and provides a unique community-based study and volunteer work experience.

    7. State Hospital Day Care – is operated by the State Hospital and provides full time child care services to the children of both the hospital staff and the community. The children and staff appreciate the opportunity to have exposure to North American learning experiences and activities and will share their own educational philosophies with you.

     

  • Cost for 2012

  • The cost of the tour to Indonesia is expected to be around $4,500, based on a group of 6 - 8 students. The actual cost may change due to currency exchange rates, cost of the flights and your personal situation. Of the total cost, $750 will be paid directly to VIU and will cover:
    1. Program-related transportation within Surabaya;
    2. Program operational costs (subsidized through VIU funding);
    3. Indonesian visa.
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  • Students should budget approximately $2,700 -$4,100 to cover these expenses:
    1. Return air travel from Nanaimo to Surabaya, Indonesia (est. $1800 - $2200);
    2. Insurance: out-of-country medical insurance is required (no extra cost for students covered by VIU extended medical; approx. $50 for others) and flight cancellation insurance ($40 - $60) is highly recommended and must be purchased at the time you purchase your flight;
    3. Passport ($100 if you need a new one);
    4. Immunizations (visit the travel health clinic or your doctor ... cost may be around $100 but will depend on your personal history; if you are covered under VIU's extended medical, you can get reimbursed for most of these expenses);
    5. Meals, enroute to Indonesia and within Indonesia (depends on how you eat, but estimate $10 per day while in Indonesia - $300);
    6. Airport fees (est. $20);
    7. Travel costs (weekend trips) will depend on what you do. This travel is optional but all students will be encouraged to participate and should budget at least $750 (includes a trip to Bali);
    8. Accommodation (estimated to be around $15 per night per room, shared rooms - $450);
    9. Gifts ($20.00) - It is traditional in Indonesia as in many other cultures to show gratitude for your host's hospitality by giving small gifts.
    10. Tips ($25 - $50) - Tips are not as generous in Surabaya as in Canada. However, wages are very low in the service industries so small tips are welcomed;
    11. Personal spending money.
  • Tuition fees for 3 credit course - tuition & student/activity fees for a 3-credit course for CYC, SSER and NURS students. view

 

Application Procedure

Application deadline: February 6, 2012

Applications process:

  • Submit an application package ( Education Abroad application form, Waiver, Self-Assessment form and Cancellation/Refund Policy form) along with your $500 deposit to the Education Abroad office in building 255 by the deadline.
  • Include a short essay describing your interest and your rationale for participating in the study abroad activity. What do you hope to learn? What will you be able to contribute?

Application packages available from:

  • Education Abroad office in Building 255.

Travel Information

  • Is it safe? Foreign Affairs Canada advises against non-essential travel to Indonesia, including Bali. This is the same level of travel warning that has been in place for a few years.  The area that our program takes place in has not experienced problems but we advise everyone to read the full travel report before making a decision: Country Travel Report for Indonesia
  • Immunizations? Check the recommended immunizations on the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention and make an appointment with the Travel Clinic (Nanaimo: 250-740-6940).
  • Passport? You must have a valid passport good for six months after your return. Applications for Canadian passports are available at Canada Post offices or on-line (www.ppt.gc.ca).  Don't delay in applying for or renewing your passport once your participate in the field school has been confirmed. If you are not be travelling on a Canadian passport, please talk with Audrey Hansen in the Education Abroad office.
  • Read the Cancellation and Refund Policy attached to your application package.

Payments & Refund Policy

Deposit $500 February 6, upon acceptance into the program. The deposit may be made with: cash, personal cheque, money order or debit card.
Airplane Ticket TBA February or March
Final Payment Balance Before departure, mid-April.
  • Make cheques and money orders payable to "Vancouver Island University". A legible photocopy of the information page of your passport must accompany your final payment.

Financial Assistance

International Education Stipend
  • The International Education Department at VIU encourages Education Abroad by providing eligible students with an International Education Stipend of $350.
Education Abroad Scholarships
  • New scholarships have been created for students accepted into a VIU Education Abroad program (an exchange, field school, internship or practicum overseas.

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