Join the Global Engineering Impact Program!
Are you an engineering student looking for a unique overseas experience? Express your interest in our 6-week program focused on Low and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs). Immerse yourself in diverse cultural and technological contexts, emphasizing the role of engineering and technology in enhancing quality of life. Gain hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing medical equipment in local hospitals while appreciating the host country's culture.
ChallENG Area
Student Projects
Program Highlights:
- Engage with local traditions and societal norms.
- Navigate and operate within unique local challenges.
- Apply technology that meets local needs.
- Diagnose and repair medical equipment.
Activities:
- Predeparture training on medical equipment diagnostics and repair.
- Cultural immersion through local traditions and historical sites.
- Work with healthcare professionals in local hospitals.
Expectations:
- Actively engage and respect all program aspects.
- Be open to learning from and contributing to the host community.
- Collaborate in teams to diagnose and repair medical equipment.
- Show initiative, creativity, and critical thinking.
- Reflect on your learning and growth.
This is a fantastic chance to apply your engineering skills in real-world settings, gain invaluable cultural insights, and positively impact communities. Don't miss out—express your interest today!
*New Colombo Plan Mobility Program grants (up to A$3,000 per student) and OS-HELP loans are available to domestic students. (Eligibility criteria applies.)
Criteria: Current engineering student (UG or PG) in good standing at UNSW Sydney.
Capacity: 15 UNSW students
If you have any additional questions or require financial assistance, please contact us via: challeng@unsw.edu.au
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Industrial Training
✔ Eligible for IT (details below)
- All students: 30 days non-traditional Industrial Training
- For Biomedical, Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Telecommunications, and Computer Science students: Extra 15 days traditional Industrial Training
Professional development
• Teamwork
• Leadership
• Design
• Communication
• Integrity
• Innovation and excellence
• Diversity
• Respect
• Resilience
Partners
Engineering World Health
Student Information
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The Summer Institute counts toward industrial training.
- All students - 30 days non-traditional Industrial Training
- For Biomedical, Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Telecommunications, and Computer Science students - Extra 15 days traditional Industrial Training.
For further enquiries, please contact the Engineering Education Team at challeng@unsw.edu.au
Team Academic Advisor
A/Prof. Lauren Kark
Associate Professor and Associate Head (Education), Assistive Tech Hub Academic Lead
Grad School: Biomedical Engineering