1. SEMESTER IN DEVELOPMENT
STUDY. INTERN. TRAVEL.
SUMMER 2017

2. Semester in Development Study, Intern, Travel

3. Background Insight is a Canadian based social enterprise
The Semester in Development runs Fall/Winter/Summer terms in Kampala, Uganda
Term long (12 weeks)
Program Combines
Studying – 1 day a week, earning 6 upper division credits
Interning – 4 days a week, with a relevant NGO
Travelling – Living in Uganda and exploring the region

4. Program Details Summer Program
June to August (12 weeks)
Pre/post-program and weekend/reading week travel options
Safari
Nile Rafting
Rwanda/Kenya/Tanzania
etc.

5. Study @ Makerere University
Enroll in two courses at Makerere University (one of Africa’s most prestigious institutions)
SSP 7204: Conflict, Recovery and Reconciliation
SSP 7011: Social Movements in Africa
These are all examples, specific course offerings are determined on a per-term basis, heavily dependent on student interest
2-3 hour classes, seminar format
Credits transfer to Carleton on a Letter of Permission
0.5 credit per course (1 total)
BGINS students earn additional 0.5 credit for placement

6. Working as an intern
Work in the field with an organization that interests you, and, is relevant to what you study
Maximum of two program participants per organization
Work 4 days a week 9-5, some weekends and some fieldwork (depending on partner)
Examples of partners (we have almost 30 community partners)
Reproductive Health Uganda
Refugee Law Project
Uganda Youth Development Link (UYDEL)
Straight Talk Foundation
Youth Sport Uganda

7. Living in Kampala Uganda’s capital
Vibrant community with a population of around 3 million
In Kampala you’ll be living with other students as a part of the program (cohort)
Rented locally run apartments (photos online)
Located in a convenient and safe neighbourhood
24/7 security
Access to a fully functioning kitchen and fridge

8. Why Participate in the SID?
You’ll gain valuable work experience and develop in-demand hard and soft skills
You’ll have the opportunity to learn from leading Ugandan academics
Carleton students earn 0.5 upper credits per course (1.0 credits total) of upper division credits
You’ll begin to understand what it’s really like to live and work in a developing country
You’ll have the opportunity to travel to some truly amazing places before, during or after the program
You get to do this all in one program

9. Why Participate in the SID?

10. Program Costs Includes:
Tuition and all academic fees, including course texts, to Makerere University
Accommodation (rent) at our guesthouse throughout the entire program
Airport pickup and arrival orientation at Entebbe Int’l
24/7 in-country support from our Canadian staff
Arranging your customized internship program
Weekly seminars with team, individual meetings with program director
Pre and post program orientation
Total Cost: $4,875 USD (Summer 2017 Term)

11. Comparing Costs/Finding Funds
Avg. European Exchange Program according to AUCC (1 term)
$8,500
Remember…
You don’t have to pay for rent
You don’t have to pay for tuition or textbooks
Food/drink/mostly everything is cheaper in Uganda!
Participants will be given assistance to find grants, raise funds, and off-set costs

12. How to Apply Online via our website
Select ‘University – Uganda’ and then look for ‘Apply Now’ tabs
We have a policy of interviewing everyone that takes the time to apply
Summer Application deadline – Early February, 2017
BGINS – Must apply by December 2nd to BGInS department to do summer placement
Interviews conducted on a rolling basis
You can apply anytime for the program between now and Feb 2017 for the summer cohort
We accept on a rolling basis, typically within one week of applying you receive a decision from us as to your candidacy

13. Questions?
To find out more about Insight:
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