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Teaching University Students
Coordinator | Jeremy
Coordinator | Jeremy
Teach in a local University alongside local professors, getting to know Uni life is Asia!
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Groups
50+
The project
The aim of this project is to create opportunities for learning through cultural exchange in the setting of a college hospitality and leisure industry class. As a teacher assistant in the class, you will interact with students aged 19-25 and recreate real-life situations from the hospitality industry. Through role plays rather than previously prepared teaching materials you can teach English in a spontaneous and creative way. The students are eager to learn English and to meet foreigners and you will learn about their culture and way of life in return. At the end of the program you will receive a certificate for your achievement.
Make new friends with young people in a process of cultural exchange and teaching!
The location
The Republic of Vietnam is a dynamically developing country where roads are being renovated, new buildings are being erected and cities are changing. Vietnam's fast-growing economy is fueled by tourists fascinated by the country’s rich history and breathtaking sights such as its beaches, the beautiful countryside in the north and the typical rice fields. Having put a painful past behind them, the Vietnamese are proud of their heritage and embrace life with determination and enthusiasm. Vietnamese culture is rooted in the ancient indigenous Dong Son culture whose economic foundation is wet rice agriculture. Certain aspects of Chinese culture have been an influence and the country has been exposed to Southeast Asian, European and American culture as well. However, Vietnam has not been as influenced by the West as Thailand and Cambodia and it has preserved its own unique identity which manifests in many ways including the delicious local cuisine.
Typical day
On the first day of your program you will get introduced to the tourism college and explore the campus. In the afternoon you will get a sense of the classroom and your level of involvement will be determined - you may be assigned to a classroom assistant or lead teacher. The rest of the week you will be fully involved with the activities at the college. You will attend regular classes and interact with the students throughout the day and enjoy your free time in the evenings and weekends with the new friends which you will make during your stay.
Free-time activities
The highlight of any trip to Vietnam is to learn about their recent history, and experience life as a Vietcon in the Cu Chi tunnels. There are also plenty of beaches and culture to soak in.
Swimming
Diving/
Snorkling
Snorkling
Museum/
Opera
Opera
Program Requirements
In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date.
There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.
You need to speak
English
(intermediate level)
at High School/University level
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
Passion and enthusiasm to get to know the country, lots of energy and creativity, and not afraid to stand up in front of a class of students.
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
Included Services
- food
- accommodation
- airport pickup
- orientation
- in-country support
- project activities.
Upon you arrival at Ho Chi Minh City Airport you will be picked up by a project
representative.
You need to arrive on the Sunday before your start date (each Monday) to be picked up from the airport. If you need to arrive earlier or later, additional fees will apply. Check with us before booking any flights.
Your accommodation during the placement is in a student dorm on a college campus where there are rooms especially reserved for the participants in the project. The rooms are single-gender for 8 to 16 people and you will share showers and western-style toilets. In the common areas, such as the terrace, you can enjoy a view over the city or you can have some down time and read one of the available books or magazines in the “office” room. On the same floor you can find the café where you can buy a smoothie or soda and sit at the desks and tables. If you want to engage in some form of creative activity, you can paint or use materials for crafts, or you can play some music on the piano or guitar. For some sports, you can head to the pool or gym.
You will have wifi access in the dorms; however, the quality of the connection is dependent on the weather conditions.
Private rooms are available for an additional £100(please ask for $ equivalent) per week.
In the area around campus you can find ATMs as well as taxis to take you anywhere in Ho Chi Minh. In the city you can find anything that you may need.
Arrival is on a Sunday and departure/check-out is on Saturday before 12:00 pm during the last week of your program.
You will be served three meals per day in the restaurant on campus which consist mainly of typical Vietnamese food but also of some Western dishes.
Good access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
The nearest airport is Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City. We assist you to find cheap flights to Viet Nam.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Viet Nam provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in Viet Nam you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey.
Check your required vaccinations for Viet Nam.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Details on arrival
Project is on-going, and you can join at any time, depending upon availability. Placements start each Monday.
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
2 - 24 weeks
Program fees
2 weeks
(min. stay)
$ 700
3 weeks
$ 1,050
4 weeks
$ 1,400
5 weeks
$ 1,750
7 weeks
$ 2,450
9 weeks
$ 3,150
24 weeks
(max. stay)
$ 8,400
Average fees
$ 350
/week
Please note that the above shown program fees are estimated and subject to exchange rate fluctuations.
Global Nomadic
will let you know about the final price during your application process.
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Your final payment will be agreed with Global Nomadic during the application process.
Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.
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