This is a fascinating opportunity to learn about the political, social and economic forces that shaped 20th century South African politics, including apartheid, with your peers from across the Commonwealth. Hosted by Stellenbosch University, this is the first time the programme will take place in winter weather. Explore together South Africa's continuing journey towards reconciliation in lectures, discussions and group project work over the course of a week. Hear from academic experts who will bring the country's complex history to life and help you shape your own perspective. Take a field trip to Robben Island prison, where Nelson Mandela and other anti-apartheid activists were imprisoned. Make new friends from countries across the Commonwealth as you explore historically significant events in an open, welcoming and intercultural environment.
VALUE
The cost of full participation in the programme will be covered, including:
Transport
Meals on campus
Social activities and excursions
Economy flights/trips back home and trips to university for students travelling from outside South Africa
ELIGIBILITY
The ACU Summer School welcomes applications from current postgraduate students (both masters and doctoral) and final year undergraduate students at ACU member universities. Click on the link to find out if your university is an ACU member university.
The ACU Summer School is aimed at students studying a subject that explores themes related to truth and reconciliation and/or with a personal interest in truth and reconciliation.
We encourage students who have not travelled outside their home region to apply. This does not apply to students studying in their host country in South Africa or UAC scholars.
We particularly welcome applications from students who come from backgrounds that are under-represented in international higher education, including students with disabilities and students who identify as indigenous and those who have not travelled outside their geographical region of origin for work, study or leisure.
Students who have previously attended an ACU Summer School are not eligible to apply.
The following costs are not covered:
Visa (note that some nationalities do not need a visa to enter South Africa)
Food/expenses on excursions
DEADLINE30 January 2023
To apply and for more information visit here.
