Experiential Learning
BBED6811 Unity in Diversity: Exploring Intercultural Education in Vietnam (NEW)
Project Details
This course investigates the multifaceted aspects and ethical issues around intercultural education within service trips. Participants will volunteer at Maison Chance, a non-profit organisation in Vietnam, where they will engage directly with the student beneficiaries, making a tangible impact on underprivileged communities. The curriculum includes sessions on intercultural education, service learning, cultural sensitivity and ethical considerations. Participants will conduct an initial needs analysis to guide the design of workshops that promote intercultural understanding. In practical service at Maison Chance, participants will gain hands-on experience by organising interactive workshops for local students, thereby addressing socio-economic challenges and physical disabilities. The workshops will be facilitated for students from various ethnic minorities, applying practical intercultural education strategies. By the end of the course, participants will acquire the knowledge and skills to contribute to intercultural education initiatives, understanding the importance of education, health and equality in fostering inclusive communities.
Date
Semester 1, 2025-26 (dates to be confirmed)
- Lectures and input sessions will be held at HKU before and after the main project. The core implementation period will take place in Vietnam in January 2026.
Location
Hong Kong and Vietnam
Eligibility
- UG students from all disciplines (No. of places: 12)
- Applicants may be asked to attend virtual interviews. Please look for emails sent to the HKU email after enrolment.
Funding Support
Successful applicants (i.e. local undergraduate students, with priorities given to those from the Faculty of Education) will receive funding support from the ‘Funding Scheme for Mainland and Global Engagement and Student Learning Experience’, providing up to HK$5,000 on a reimbursement basis. Please note that personal expenses—such as sightseeing, social activities and additional insurance or medical plans—are not eligible for reimbursement.
Students from the Faculty of Education may also explore the following financial support schemes to cover any remaining expenses:
- Madam Chu Kwai Ying Memorial Scholarship (up to HK$10,000 per application; merit-based)
- Bursary Scheme for Experiential Learning (up to HK$5,000 per application; non-merit-based).
For students from other faculties interested in applying for this course, please explore other subsidy schemes offered by the university or their home faculty, including the ‘HKSAR Government Scholarship Fund - Reaching Out Award’ and those provided by the Centre of Development and Resources for Students.
Application
Register BBED6811 Unity in Diversity: Exploring Intercultural Education in Vietnam (class number to be confirmed) via the Student Information System (SIS). Students will earn 6 credits upon successful completion of the course.
Application Deadline
Online course add/drop period in Semester 1, 2025-26
Remarks
- All Experiential Learning courses offered by the Faculty of Education are graded on a PASS/FAIL basis. (This new course is awaiting approval from the Senate.)
- Students may need to study/work off-campus in schools/premises of our community partners and/or their collaborating partners.
- Students must possess valid travel documents and a visa for entry into Vietnam.
- Study Abroad Programmes that are arranged by the University will be covered by the Corporate Business Travel Insurance Policy and the Group Personal Accident Insurance Policy for students. Please refer to the Finance and Enterprises Office for further information.
Enquiries
Ms LEE, Vivien K. (Email: [javascript protected email address])