Teesside University Experience India June 2018

what? where? when? why? who with? how much?

what? “cultural exposure” course (2-3 weeks) Not specific to any academic study programme Immersive cultural and personal development Interaction with students and academic staff …Optional travel after course? Add time onto your experience and travel at your own discretion

where? SRM University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu (Southern India) http://www.srmuniv.ac.in/

when? June (dates tbc) why? Personal and professional development. Exposure to culture, life and education system. Increase your confidence / knowledge. who with? Open to all TU students (preferable returning for 2018/19 study) 20 places available Go with friends you know or make new friends during your visit

Costs TU will contribute £500 towards the overall cost of the trip... Estimated costs £500 +/- return flight $500 (£355) course + board + lodging (for 2-3 weeks) £100? Insurance (variable, depends on personal travel and any extreme activity plans) £110? Visa (type TBC) £ ?+ health (inoculations, etc) Check what is required for your trip   Holiday Per day (www.xe.com 87.5 Rs = £1.00) Budget… up to Rs 3000 (appx £33) Mid-range… Rs 4000-9000 (appx £44-100) https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/in/Chennai

Other info Visa requirement – TBC - This is currently being checked and you will be notified. Travel insurance – Insured by TU for time at university. Any extreme sports or activities will not be covered in TU insurance. Any further travel will require you to arrange. Inoculations – Please check travel health website. Accommodation - In guest house or shared hostel dorms – check SRM website (basic but clean and tidy).

More Advice & Information SRM University www.srmuniv.ac.in   Foreign Travel advice www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/india Health travelhealthpro.org.uk/country/105/india Lonely Planet www.lonelyplanet.com/india

What TU expects you'll have a great life experience you'll be a positive ambassador for the University… … and for your cultural group you'll come back & tell us all about it… … blogs, photos, talks, meet-ups for future groups

what next? Contact l.Musson@tees.ac.uk Complete and return application form This will be sent to you once we have confirmed all requirements All applications will be considered and the assessment will mainly focus on your aims and objectives for the visit. Decisions will be made within 2 weeks of application deadline day. Contact l.Musson@tees.ac.uk