UKM-GSMP : Sustainability of Tropical Heritage

Package name

UKM-GSMP : Sustainability of Tropical Heritage

Credit transfer?

Yes

Why is this interesting for me?

1. You will learn about the concept of nature heritage, sustainable development of nature conservation and the physical landscape and bio-diversity of Malaysia's tropical ecosystem

2. The course introduces and provide you with knowledge of Malaysian tropical ecosystem.

When?

June, July

How long is the course?

3 weeks

Language proficiency

Intermediate English Proficiency

Price?

USD 2200

Price inclusive?

Accommodations, Food, Course Materials, Field Trips, Community Projects, Transportation, Insurance, OTHERS

Please state the price inclusive for "OTHERS"?

Airport pick-up services

Learning objectives

To absorb and appreciate the unique tropical heritage and diverse culture of the Malaysian community. Specifically it will:

1. Enable you to understand better the natural heritage concept and observe the integrated conservation efforts for sustainability and eco-tourism

2. Allow you to experience at first hand and document visually various geological and biological heritage of Langkawi Island, Chini Lake, Danum Valley and Kinabatangan River

3. Enable you to analyse the effectiveness of the various conservation initiatives in Malaysia.

What do I expect to learn?

You will learn about the concept of nature heritage, sustainable development of nature conservation. You will also study the physical landscape and bio-diversity of Malaysia's tropical ecosystem.

How do I experience learning?

Lectures, Field Trips / Field Excursion, Study Tour, Discussions, Group Activities, Presentation, Video-based Case Studies, Batik design and painting, Reflective journaling, Outdoor Activities, Indoor Activities, Face to face interaction, Visits and interacting with local community, Educational Tours

How am I assessed?

Presentations, Participation, Attendance, Discussions, Daily discussion, Reflective journaling, Group performance

Is the certificate is awarded upon completion of the programme?

Yes

Note for students?

You will have an opportunity to build international friendships through 'buddy system' in which you (as a visiting student) are partnered with local student from UKM

Call for action:

Director/Senior Executive

International Relations Centre (UKM Global)

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

Level 2 Chancellory UKM Bangi

43600 Selangor Malaysia

Tel : +603 8921 3271 / 4188 / 4187

Fax: +603 8925 4890

Email: gsmp@ukm.edu.my

Website: http://www.ukm.my/pha/summer-program/