North America and the Caribbean

Summer programmes in North America and the Caribbean

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GAP Summer at University of Illinois Chicago (Chicago, USA) 

Advance your education this summer through the Program for International Partnership’s(PIP) Global Advancement Program – Summer at the University of Illinois Chicago(UIC)!

GAP Summer offers a variety of subjects to meet the academic needs and interests of undergraduate students.  With courses in a variety of areas, there is the opportunity to strengthen your knowledge in your academic major, or study something new and broaden your understanding of the world.

Dates: 2-29 June, 2025. Students are required to arrive on the 1st and leave on the 29th June

Cost: 3,866 USD (approx. £3,169) if we reach more than 10 participants; USD 4,256 (approx. £ 3,478) if we have 10 participants or less

1. Turing Funds:  Eligible to all the confirmed participants

Students that meet WP criteria will receive: £ 644 towards cost of living + £ 745 travel grant

All other students (non-WP): £532 towards cost of living

2. Global Greenwich Bursary: subject to application

Successful Home students that meet WP criteria will receive: £600

Available spaces: 25

Submit your application

Traineeship: Business and Enterprise in the Caribbean Elective

You can choose between one of the following programmes:

1) ISLAND LAW: SHAPING JUSTICE AND POLICY
Gain unique insights into Saint Lucia’s unique legal system, engage with legal leaders, draft legislative amendments, and assist with impactful legal aid initiatives.

2) PSYCHOLOGY & MENTAL HEALTH
Join our ground-breaking Mental Health Community Outreach Project that’s breaking barriers, working across communities
and empowering young lives.

3) BUSINESS AND ENTERPRISE IN THE CARIBBEAN
Discover the vibrant and developing business landscape of the Caribbean while gaining insights from local entrepreneurs on unique challenges and innovations, enhancing your global business acumen.

Dates:

Cohort One
Arrive on 4th or 5th June
Depart on 2nd or 3rd July

Cohort Two
Arrive on 4th or 5th July
Depart on 1st or 2nd August

Cohort Three
Arrive on 3rd or 4th August
Depart on 30th or 31st August"

Cost: £1,799

Including:

  • Self-catered accommodation
  • Airport transfers in Saint Lucia
  • Transport to and from the programme on working days
  • Support from our local team of reps
  • A place on the student's preferred programme
  • Safety and programme induction

Funding:  

1. Turing Funds:  Eligible to all the confirmed participants

  • Students that meet WP criteria will receive: £588 towards cost of living  + £705 travel grant
  • All other students (non-WP)::  £476  towards cost of living

2. Global Greenwich Bursary: subject to application

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

Available spaces: 20

Submit your application

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If you're a University of Greenwich student interested in studying abroad, please contact goabroad@gre.ac.uk with any questions.

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