Americas and the Caribbean

Summer programmes in the Americas and the Caribbean

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Financial Support

1) The Turing Scheme

The Turing Scheme is the UK government’s programme to provide funding for international opportunities in education and training across the world. You do not need to apply separately for the Turing Scheme. Turing Scheme fundings are not subject to application but will be available to all the students going on a summer school and calculated according to the specific programme.

If you qualify as Widening Participation (WP) student, you are eligible to higher cost of living rates and an additional travel grant.

If you meet one of the criteria below, you qualify as WP student. Please note that evidence will be required.

Widening Participants (WP) criteria

• Student with an annual household income below £35,000
• Students receiving Universal Credit or income-related benefits because they are financially supporting themselves and someone who is dependent and living with them
• BAME student
• Care leaver or care-experienced student
• Student with caring responsibilities
• Estranged students
• Refugees and asylum seeker
• Disabled students

2) The Global Greenwich Bursary

You need to apply and be eligible for the Global Greenwich Bursary. Students must fill out an additional Global Greenwich Bursary application form to be eligible for it.

Undergraduate home students meeting at least one of the criteria below are eligible to apply for the bursary:

• Student with an annual household income below £35,000
• Students receiving Universal Credit or income-related benefits because they are financially supporting themselves and someone who is dependent and living with them
• BAME student
• Care leaver or care-experienced student
• Student with caring responsibilities
• Estranged students
• Refugees and asylum seeker
• Disabled students.

Traineeship with Caribbean Elective (St. Lucia)

Available programmes with Caribbean Elective: Island Law, Business and Enterprise, Psychology and Mental Health and Politics in the Caribbean

Dates: 2 or 4 weeks both starting 1st or 2nd of June, July or August

Cost:  2 weeks (16 days): £1430

4 weeks (29 days): £1,799

Programme fee inclusions:

• Self-catered accommodation (sharing with another student of the same sex) – single room enquiry can be made at an additional cost and dependant on availability
• Support from our staff team in Saint Lucia
• Transport to and from placement
• Transport to and from the airport in Saint Lucia
• Once per week stop off at the supermarket for grocery shopping
• Safety induction
• Placement fees

Please note the following is not included:

• Flights
• Transport in Saint Lucia in your free time
• Any vaccinations that may be required
• Food & Drink
• Free time activities

Choose between the following options:

Island Law

Step into Saint Lucia’s legal world and gain hands-on experience in law, policy, and social justice.

• Engage with lawyers, policymakers and politicians
• Take part in paralegal workshops
• Visit courts, parliament, and immerse in community field trips
• Contribute to real initiatives supporting justice and human rights

Exclusively for law students or those with legal experience.

Business and Enterprise

Explore Saint Lucia’s business landscape and interact with the tourism, agriculture, and banking sectors.

• Engagements with local businesses and major industries
• Meetings with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and policymakers
• Work on consultancy-based projects with startups and nonprofit organisations

Open to all students

Gain international business insight, boost your CV, and make a real impact.

Psychology and Mental Health

Join our programme to gain hands-on experience in learning about mental health, by interacting with:

• Young offenders and individuals experiencing homelessness
• Schools, community groups and LGBTQIA+ organisations
• Engage with trauma focussed psychologists and human rights-based organisations

Open to all students - Ideal for students in Psychology, Social Work, Nursing & related fields.

Politics in the Caribbean

Experience Politics in Action, in the Caribbean!

Curious about how politics shapes lives and communities? Select a 2-week or 4-week immersive programme in Saint Lucia for a once-in-a-lifetime insight into government, policy, and social impact.

• Explore Caribbean history, independence, and global issues
• Help design real policy proposals that drive change
• Engage with politicians and senior public servants
• Learn about foreign policy by engaging with members of the international and diplomatic agencies

Open to all students

Funding:

1. Turing Funds:  Eligible to all the confirmed participants

2 week programme

Students that meet WP criteria will receive:

£366 towards living cost + up to £745 travel grant based on flight receipts

All other students (non-WP): £272

4 week programme

Students that meet WP criteria will receive:£ 609 towards living cost + up to £745 travel grant based on flight receipts

All other students (non-WP): £493

2. Global Greenwich Bursary: subject to application

Successful Home Undergraduate students that meet WP criteria will receive: £500

Link to website (or brochure) with more details

Link to application form – MUST APPLY THROUGH THIS TO RECEIVE FUNDING

Peru volunteer programme with Plan My Gap Year

PMGY Peru is based in Cusco, with students living in centrally located host family accommodation alongside other international volunteers. The four week programme offers a choice of Childcare or English Teaching, Childcare and Teaching are strong options for students interested in education and community engagement, although a good level of Spanish can help students gain more from these placements. The program combines structured volunteering with the opportunity to experience Cusco, meet other volunteers and explore Peru independently during free time and weekends, including visiting a wonder of the world in Machu Picchu.

Dates: 6 June – 4 July or 4 July – 1 August

Cost:£719

Included in fee:

• 4 weeks of accommodation with a local host family in central Cusco, alongside other volunteers
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily at the accommodation
• Airport pickup on arrival
• In-country orientation
• Local PMGY team and ongoing in-country support
• Pre departure support and programme guidance
• Volunteer handbook, pre-departure webinar, eSIM and information package
• Access to PMGY social activities and support with organising independent weekend travel

Excluded from fee:

• International flights
• Visa, although entry is free on arrival for most eligible nationalities
• Airport drop off at the end of the programme, typically around £5 to £10
• Daily transport to and from the volunteer project, typically around £1 to £2 per day
• Personal spending money
• Optional weekend trips and independent travel

Funding: 

1. Turing Funds:  Eligible to all the confirmed participants

Students that meet WP criteria will receive:

£609 towards living cost + up to £905 travel grant based on flight receipts

All other students (non-WP): £493

2. Global Greenwich Bursary: subject to application

Successful Home Undergraduate students that meet WP criteria will receive: £500

Link to website (or brochure) with more details

Link to application form – MUST APPLY THROUGH THIS TO RECEIVE FUNDING

International Internship in New York with The Intern Group

Live Abroad, Experience a New Culture and Gain Professional Experience

An internship abroad can be about much more than work. It's an opportunity to experience a destination from a different perspective, develop greater independence, and become part of a global community while building experience for your future.

Choose from more than 20 fields including: Business, Marketing, Finance and Accounting, Engineering, Computer Science, Human Resources, Law, Architecture, Graphic Design, Fashion, Journalism, Environmental Science and Sustainability, Hospitality, Politics, Music and Performing Arts.

Dates: 4 July – 28 August (8 weeks) (students can arrive on the 3rd)

Cost:  £7,860 (with £600 reduction if students receive maintenance loan of £7,700 or more)

Inclusions:

• A personalised internship placement aligned with your academic background and interests
• Accommodation
• Airport pickup
• Career coaching and professional development
• Access to The Intern Group's online Learning Platform
• Social, cultural and networking events
• Local, in-person support teams
• 24/7 emergency assistance
• Access to a global community of fellow interns and alumni

Not Included:

• Flights
• Visa Costs
• Spending Money

Please note this programme is highly competitive, and there are only 5 spaces available

Funding: 

1. Turing Funds:  Eligible to all the confirmed participants

Students that meet WP criteria will receive:£ 1288 towards living cost + up to £ 745  travel grant based on flight receipts

All other students (non-WP): £1064

2. Global Greenwich Bursary: subject to application

Successful Home Undergraduate students that meet WP criteria will receive: £500

Link to website (or brochure) with more details

Link to application form – MUST APPLY THROUGH THIS TO RECEIVE FUNDING