Program Dates
6 January 2020 (Monday) - 15 January 2020 (Wednesday)
Program location
Tel Aviv, Haifa, and Jerusalem, Israel
About the program - Israel Study Tour
In addition to possessing a rich history, Israel has fast become one of the world's high-tech hubs with companies such as Intel, Google, Facebook, SAP, Intel, establishing bases in the region. HKUST is partnering with Keren Hayseod-United Israel Appeal to offer this 10-day study tour with the aim to offer HKUST students an opportunity to witness both Israel's history as well as its modern economic and technology development. The program itinerary comprises visits to selected government agencies, tech companies such as Google, top universities and research centers, IT startups and Fin-Tech companies, as well as historic sites and landmarks in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.
- CLICK HERE for the sample itinerary
- CLICK HERE to know more about our students' experience in Israel last summer
** This is a non credit-bearing program.**
About Keren Hayesod-United Israel Appeal
Keren Hayesod-United Israel Appeal is one of Israel's national institutions, and registered in Israel as a non-profit organization. In partnership with the global Jewish community and Friends of Israel in over 45 countries worldwide, Keren Hayesod-UIA helps further the national priorities of the State of Israel. Keren Hayesod-UIA programs and projects are adapted and changed to meet the changing needs of contemporary Israel and the Jewish world. They are designed to provide social, cultural and educational frameworks that ultimately spur growth and expand horizons for Israel and the Jewish people. For more information about Keren Hayesod-United Israel Appeal, visit their website here.
Quota
35 per tour
Fees
This is a program offered by HKUST Office of Global Learning which aims to encourage students to explore destinations that are less familiar, with the view to further broadening the global opportunities offered to HKUST students.
Fees that are already covered
- Accommodation fee (for official program period)
- Transportation fee in host country
- (Most) breakfasts and dinners cost
Fees that are NOT covered
- Air ticket
- Meals (occasional)
- Personal expenses
- Student visa application fee (if any)
- Any other fees
Fee payment arrangement
- Successful applicants are required to pay for the air ticket (within HKD10,000, actual amount to be confirmed) to our office before the offer reply deadline.
- Before making the fee payment, students should think carefully about your commitment to the program. NO REFUNDS are possible once payment is made.
- A special note to students who require obtaining a visa to enter the host country: Since there is always a possibility that your visa application can be declined by the host consulate or visas can be delayed, consider carefully the risk involved with the student visa application.
Group travel & Air ticket
Students participating in this program MUST travel to the destination in one group, but will be allowed to return on a later date. HKUST Office of Global Learning will arrange group travel for participating students. Students are required to pay for the air tickets upon offer acceptance. Below is the preliminary flight information. Interested students should plan to travel on these dates, but also be flexible in case of any necessary itinerary changes.
Hong Kong to Tel Aviv: 6 January (Note: Arrival to Hong Kong International Airport on 5 January)
Tel Aviv to Hong Kong: 15 January (Note: Arrive Hong Kong on 16 January)
Successful students will also be invited to fill in a form to indicate their choice of return date. Students who choose not to travel with the group at the end of the program will need to pay for the fare difference if the air ticket price is higher than the group ticket price and will need to make their own arrangement to the airport.
Students are usually given a short notice period to confirm your air ticket. Please watch your mailbox very closely after you have received your offer (including your junk folder).
Eligibility
You are eligible to apply for HKUST Israel Study Tour if you fulfill the requirements listed below.
- HKUST full-time undergraduate students
- CGA 2.0 or above (Students with lower CGA may also apply. Offers may be given with special consideration.); and
- Students who have not withdrawn from Israel Study Tour in the previous years
Students who have participated in programs offered by HKUST Office of Global Learning or Schools before can also apply but priority will be given to those who have not participated in any overseas learning programs before.
Selection
Selection is made taking into account the following factors:
- Academic standing (CGA); and
- Information provided in your application; and
- Performance at the self-introduction video
Application
Application deadline: 23 September 2019
Application result: By October
To apply for this program, please pay attention to important notes before and complete HKUST application forms:
- A placement in a study abroad program is a valuable opportunity offered to HKUST students. It is a valuable resource which must be used effectively without wastage. You are expected to think carefully about your participation in such programs before you submit your application. There should be thorough consideration to the financial and time commitment involved.
- If you have declined the offer, you will not be eligible to apply for Israel Study Tour in the same year (i.e. Academic Year, 2019-20).
- If you withdraw from the program any time after you have committed to the offer, you will lose your eligibility to apply Israel Study Tour again in the future.
- Successful applicants will be required to attend a pre-departure briefing session. Students who fail to attend the briefing session will not be allowed to participate in the program.
Application Results
Offer will be released on MyStudyAbroad system. Detailed information and further instructions will be provided in due course.
Successful applicants must attend a COMPULSORY pre-departure briefing session. Details below:
Date: 2 December 2019 (Monday)
Time: 5pm
Venue: TBA by email
Withdrawal
Students are expected to think thoroughly the time and financial commitment involved before committing to the offer. Students who withdraw from the program after acceptance will:
- lose their eligibility to apply HKUST Israel Study Tour again in the future;
- only get a partial refund (amount paid less the refund fee charged by the airline) for the air ticket subject to the ticket policy; and
- be required to pay back any fees which are being paid by the University.
Visa Information
HKSAR passport holders can enter Israel without a visa for visits of up to 90 days.
Students holding other passports should enquire on their visa requirements via this link. Students will be required to lodge the applications in person. Details can be found HERE.
Financial Assistance
The HKUST Study Abroad Financial Assistance aims to help local HKUST students with financing their study abroad programs. More details can be found at HKUST Study Abroad website.
Travel Insurance
HKUST students who take part in the University's study abroad programs will be covered by the University's Travel Insurance Plan. Please CLICK HERE for details.
Accommodation
HKUST participants will stay in accommodation arranged by Keren Hayesod-UIA. Students will be accommodated in twin or triple rooms.
