Frequently asked questions

General

When will the next program run?

• 7-11 September 2020.     This is a recess week at the Wollongong campus.     There will be no lectures or tutorials during this week at the SIM campus.    Wollongong-based students will travel   Saturday 5th   to   Saturday 12th September  2020.

 How many students can be part of the program?

• In 2020   there will be 25   Wollongong-based students and 25    Singapore-based students.

​How do I know if my application will be competitive?

• We'll look at your average across completed 200-level Psychology subjects,  as well as your answer to the question about how you might benefit from the program.

Will I receive any credit points for participation in the PICS program? 

• Yes, each student will receive 6 credit points of unspecified credit awarded after completion of the PICS program  

Wollongong-based students

What is the situation with accommodation? 

• Accommodation will be twin-share in a 4-star hotel. 

Do I need to make my own way to and from Sydney airport?

• Yes 

Are airport transfers provided in Singapore?

• Yes.  From the airport to Hotel on arrival, and from the Hotel to airport on departure

Do I need to obtain travel insurance?

• No.  The University provides comprehensive travel insurance for all Wollongong-based students in the program

What costs are covered by the grant to students?

• Flights, accommodation (including breakfast), off-campus site visits and required transportation
  
• Group   dinner
• Morning tea during   Research Seminar ​

What do I have to pay for?

• Travel to/from Sydney airport, food, entertainment, shopping, etc.

Singapore-based students

What costs are covered by UOW?

• Off-campus site visits and required transportation​
• Morning tea during   Research Seminar 

What do I have to pay for?

• Travel to/from SIM