Indigenous Learning in New Zealand
Summary
In partnership with North island College (B.C.) and the University of Waikato in Hamilton, New Zealand, NSCC will participate in a two week global skills opportunity about Indigenous identity. The program will consist of classroom lectures, field trips to local Indigenous communities, group discussions and reflections.
The program is open to all students who identify as Indigenous and will be held in May 2024.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Apply knowledge, skills and attitudes from tasks and projects in an international setting;
- Outline the benefits of cross-cultural collaboration for work-related projects and tasks;
- Build evidence of experiences and new learning (both personal and industry related) for portfolio development and the education of others;
- Assess safety and risk pertaining to international travel to make informed decisions about traveling abroad;
- To identify and reflect on the differences and similarities between Canada and New Zealand.
Timeline
Subject to change
October, 2023 - Applications launched
January 5, 2024 - Application deadline
January 2024 - Student selection
February 2024 - Online pre-departure course begins
April 19, 2024 - Pre-departure conference
May 2024 - Indigenous Learning Program in New Zealand
June 2024 - Evaluation and reflection
Fall 2024 - Celebration of learning
Student Eligibility
This program is open to Indigenous students from any program at NSCC with an interest in culture, identity and travel. Students must be in good academic standing. Some international learning programs can fall under the Prior Learning and Assessment (PLAR) Procedures | NSCC. Students interested in this process should seek advice from a faculty advisor and academic chair prior to travel to review whether the international learning program could satisfy program or course outcomes.Travel advice and advisories
The Government of Canada’s Travel Advice and Advisories will help you make informed decisions about safe travel while you are outside of Canada.
Review travel advisories for this country
Cost Breakdown
| Item | Cost (estimated) |
|---|---|
| Program Fee (includes airfare, local accommodations, in-country ground transportation, program activities and some meals) | $500 |
| Passport and any associated travel documents & fees (if having to apply for one) | $200 |
| Guard.me travel insurance (mandatory purchased through Guard.me). NSCC Intrenational books | $100 |
| Immunizations & prescriptions (cost will vary depending on individual) | $200 - $500 |
| Transportation to and from Halifax airport (depending on location) | $200 |
| Other meals and incidentals (will vary depending on individual) | $200 |
| Items of personal nature, tourism activities and excursions outside of the program and souvenirs (varies depending on individual) | $200 |