International Office

2027 SSCI Planetary Health Study Tour in Fiji

Hosted by Fiji National University (FNU), this immersive study tour gives ECU students the opportunity to explore the connections between environmental health and community wellbeing in a Pacific Island context.

Students will gain first-hand insight into planetary health challenges and management in Fiji through a combination of seminars, field visits and community-based learning. The program will engage with the Watershed Intervention for Systems Health initiative (WISH Pacific). Students will visit traditional villages to speak with communities experiencing environmental change and to assist in implementing and evaluating nature-based public health solutions.

The program offers a unique opportunity to develop intercultural understanding, professional networks and practical experience while exploring one of the most important global challenges of our time.

The study tour is recognised as 15 credit point unit through ISS3011.

This project is supported by the Australian Government’s New Colombo Plan (NCP) with eligible students receiving a $4,000 grant towards program costs.

Eligibility

10 places are available. To be eligible you must be an Australian citizen enrolled in an undergraduate course at ECU.

2027 SSCI Planetary Health Study Tour in Fiji

Hosted by Fiji National University (FNU), this immersive study tour gives ECU students the opportunity to explore the connections between environmental health and community wellbeing in a Pacific Island context.

Students will gain first-hand insight into planetary health challenges and management in Fiji through a combination of seminars, field visits and community-based learning. The program will engage with the Watershed Intervention for Systems Health initiative (WISH Pacific). Students will visit traditional villages to speak with communities experiencing environmental change and to assist in implementing and evaluating nature-based public health solutions.

The program offers a unique opportunity to develop intercultural understanding, professional networks and practical experience while exploring one of the most important global challenges of our time.

The study tour is recognised as 15 credit point unit through ISS3011.

This project is supported by the Australian Government’s New Colombo Plan (NCP) with eligible students receiving a $4,000 grant towards program costs.

Eligibility

10 places are available. To be eligible you must be an Australian citizen enrolled in an undergraduate course at ECU.

The Intern Group - Information session

At this information session, The Intern Group team will help students start planning for internships beginning in December 2026 and beyond.

Join a session today! See The Intern Group web link for details of upcoming sessions.

IFSA - January 2027 Programs

IFSA are now taking applications for January 2027 programs!

• Barcelona (2nd Jan - 17th Jan): Social Media Marketing in the Age of Self
• Costa Rica (2nd Jan - 17th Jan): Ecology and Sustainable Development in Costa Rica
• Mexico (2nd Jan - 17th Jan): History of Mayan Culture and Civilization
• Rome (2nd Jan - 17th Jan): Italian Art, Power, and Influence

Details on IFSA  scholarships for Australian students can be found online at Overseas Study for Australian Students - IFSA. The include; First in Family scholarships, Needs Based scholarships, and a Marketing Correspondent Scholarship. Details of values and application deadlines can be found on the scholarships section on the above linked page.

IFSA are also offering a special Bring a Friend grant for students for the January 2027 intake. This is $500 USD per student and full details on eligibility can be found here: IFSA “Bring a Friend” Grant Promotion — Terms and Conditions - IFSA