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Do I need travel insurance?

Health and Travel Insurance cover including provision for emergency evacuation is obligatory for all ACICIS programs. You must provide the ACICIS Secretariat with a photocopy of your insurance certificate before you leave for Jakarta. When choosing your insurance, it is recommended that you opt for one that has no excess [...]

July 24th, 2017|

Can my partner or a family member come with me?

Due to visa and other administrative regulations, ACICIS can only provide assistance for some accompanying family members, on the same type of visa (Vitas) as the ACICIS participant if an application is received at the same time as applications for study. Family-members may come, but the Indonesian government only recognises [...]

July 24th, 2017|

What vaccinations do I need to have before leaving to Indonesia?

Participants are advised to seek vaccination advice from their treating GP or Travel Doctor specialist. Medical precautions and vaccinations will vary for each individual participant. ACICIS strongly suggests that participants consult their doctor before departure, and please read the health page.

July 24th, 2017|

Will my tuition fees be covered by HECS/HELP? (For Australian students only)

If your university is prepared to organise this for you then you will be covered by HECS/HELP. If your university is not prepared to do this then you must pay the tuition costs yourself.

July 24th, 2017|

Do I need to bring a laptop?

You are strongly advised to bring your own laptop. In some workplaces it is essential.

July 24th, 2017|

Is the program specifically aimed at a certain level of student? (i.e. 1st, 2nd, 3rd year or post-grad)

Professional Practicum Programs JPP The program is aimed at those who, by the commencement of the JPP, have had the equivalent of at least one year of undergraduate study of journalism. We anticipate many applicants will have more experience than this, and applications are welcomed from working journalists and [...]

July 24th, 2017|

Does the Indonesian language component cater for those with prior Indonesian knowledge?

Short Courses Yes. Intermediate and advanced level speakers will be catered to. Native speakers, however, cannot be catered to. ACICIS does not have the capacity to arrange alternative assessment tasks for native speakers.

July 24th, 2017|

What does the selection process involve?

Here is a summary of the process: Applications are first reviewed by Perth Secretariat staff and then forwarded to the ACICIS RD. Applications are forwarded to nominated host organisations for consideration (based on sectoral interests, qualifications, and experience of applicants). Host organisations indicate preferences. The Program Officers and the ACICIS [...]

July 24th, 2017|

What does the selection process involve?

Here is a summary of the process: Applications are first reviewed by Perth Secretariat staff and then forwarded to the ACICIS RD. Applications are forwarded to nominated host organisations for consideration (based on sectoral interests, qualifications, and experience of applicants). Host organisations indicate preferences. The Program Officers and the ACICIS [...]

July 24th, 2017|

Can I apply after the application closing date

No. Late applications will not be accepted.

July 24th, 2017|