The Wrap Up: ILSC (June-July 2024)
What Students Did, Thought & Their Feedback
“I would say that the immersion that this program provides enables a significant development in understanding of Indonesian language, culture, and society.”
Anonymous respondent in the Student Feedback Survey
ACICIS was delighted to host 24 students from nine Australian universities, in our Winter 2024 Indonesian Language Short Course in Indonesia. We’re thrilled by the enthusiastic feedback and heartfelt appreciation our students have shared about our programs. Their positive experiences truly highlight the impact and value of what we offer! Notably, 19 out of the 24 students were recipients of the prestigious New Colombo Plan (NCP) mobility grants from the Australian Government and three were New Colombo Plan scholars.
You can read the detailed wrap-up for this program here.
Upon concluding the program at the Satya Wacana University in Salatiga, students are invited to partake in an anonymous survey aimed at soliciting constructive feedback regarding their ACICIS experience. Impressively, 19 out of the 24 participants (79%) shared their insights through the survey. Here’s a glimpse that captures the essence of the valuable feedback we’ve received.
95 % of respondents said they would recommend ACICIS to other students at their university!
Our ILSC Winter 2024 social media ambassador, Gwyn Roberts from Deakin University shared his incredible journey in the program which was a tapestry of unforgettable experiences, from immersing himself in the vibrant celebrations of the Islamic New Year to savoring the breathtaking views from the first of the seven peaks of Mt. Merbabu in Central Java. Enjoy the videos capturing his amazing journey by clicking the respective images below.
Our students, Lily Kelsey from The Australian National University, Bethany Shegog from RMIT University, and Imogen Connors from Monash University shared their highlights of the program below.
Explore the compelling stories and experiences of our students from the program below. Each journey is packed with unique insights and memorable moments that reveal the heart of their adventure.
Emily Abbott studies a Bachelor of International Studies at RMIT University. Her most rewarding experience during the program is that she can make friends with people everywhere she goes. Check out more of her story here.
Hannah Dalwood who studies a Bachelor of Global Studies at Monash University received a New Colombo Plan mobility grant to support her in the program. She enjoyed Salatiga, the host city of the program. For her, Salatiga was a picturesque, tranquil city with a clean and safe environment, set against a breathtaking mountainous backdrop. She relished the opportunity to explore its culinary delights and vibrant culture, made numerous new friends, and immersed herself in the city’s rich diversity throughout her program.Check out more of her experience here.
It’s wonderful to see the incredible experiences our students are having in Indonesia! As they set off on their next adventures, we wish them semoga sukses and sampai jumpa lagi!
We look forward to be welcoming students in the upcoming iteration of the sessions in Summer 2025.
Should you have any questions regarding the above, please contact the secretariat at [email protected] or on (08) 6488 6675.
The ACICIS Study Indonesia Team
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