January 4th – January 22, 2021.

Learn about Chile`s economy & its role in the Latin American & Asia-Pacific Region.

About the GO APEC program:

Lectures are mainly related to economy and politics of member countries of APEC. It’s important to mention that there will be some classes about Chilean culture in order for the participating student to understand Chile’s reality and immerse themselves in the local culture.

• UNIT 1: Introduction to APEC.
• UNIT 2: Where is the region (Latin America) headed, as opposed to Asia?
• UNIT 3: Bilateral and Multilateral Relations between APEC-member Economies.
• UNIT 4: What are the new challenges and trends for APEC member economies?
• UNIT 5: LANGUAGE: Discovering Spanish.

Lectures provided by UANDES professors and external lecturers such as:

• What is APEC?
• APEC’s legal implications.
• Chile & APEC.
• What is Pacific Alliance?
• APEC’s political scenario.
• APEC’s cultural challenges.
• Chile in Figures.
• Chile’s Economy.
• The Latin American Passion for Soccer.
• Climate change & sustainable development.
• Upcoming challenges for APEC: technology and beyond.
• Overview of Chilean History.
• Innovation in Chile.
• Higher Education in Chile.
• China’s protagonism in the Region.
• US and China: their economies and the “trade war”.
  *Final cultural visits will be confirmed upon availability prior to the program.

Students and young professionals of all academic backgrounds are welcome to participate in this program.

3 week program – January 4th – January 22, 2021.
3 US Credits / 5 ECTS Credits.

• “Universidad de los Andes is spot on in terms of contributing to a more rounded knowledge regarding Chile and its comprehensive relationship with economies in the Asia Pacific Region, by means of holding a course which allows its participants to interact with people who have been in the front lines of Chile´s strategic outlook in negotiation scenarios. It is a unique opportunity to listen, learn, participate and get to know from those who have represented the country in different professional responsibilities”.
  Mario Artaza, Future Consul of the Chilean Consulate in New York, USA.
  
  
• “I was met with a group of very motivated students eager to learn more about developing international subjects, especially international business and the inclusion of women in digital economy and business”.
  Marcela Otero, APEC Chile 2019 Advisor, Direcon.
  
  
• “It´s extremely enriching for Universidad de los Andes to receive international students as diverse and qualified as the ones who attend the GO APEC program. It is an experience that, due to the relevance and breadth of the topics covered, summons students and teachers from different disciplines, which makes the program very unique”.
  Felipe Scott, Professor of Engineering at UANDES.

Students from Partner Universities: 600 USD.
Students from Non-Partner Institutions: 2,100 USD.

Waiver Program for partners. For example: 4 students coming to this program from the same partner university is equivalent to 1 UANDES student for either doing an exchange semester on the partner university or 4 slots for UANDES students in a short-term program. 

Students will have the opportunity to study through different learning experiences.

CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
CULTURAL VISITS ABOUT IMMERSION IN CHILEAN CULTURE:

• Chilean General Culture.
• Guided tour of La Moneda Presidential Palace, Centro Cultural La Moneda, and downtown Santiago.
• Central Market and La Vega Market.
• Cerro San Cristóbal and Teleférico-Cable Car.
• Santa Lucia Hill, Bellas Artes Museum.
• Lastarria neighborhood.
  *Final cultural visits will be confirmed upon availability prior to the program

EXCURSIONS AND SITE VISITS
During the program, students will have the opportunity to visit interesting places that are directly related to the main topics of the program. For example:

• Mining Companies: Mining is one of the most important industries in Chile and its activities have economic and ecological implications. For that reason, it is important that our students visit a mining site to understand how it works and its effects on the economy, work and climate.
• Innovation and tech companies: Chile has great innovative initiatives, sponsored both by the government through CORFO’s Startup Chile program, and by private investing. Some of our biggest successes are Crystal Lagoons, The Not Company, Linio, and Cornershop. As such, getting to know how innovations succeed in Chile is a main objective in our programs addressing economy and innovation.
• Vineyards: Wine is one of Chile’s most important cultural and economic features, so visiting vineyards is a must-do for students coming for programs that engage both cultural and economic topics.
• Mercado Central: A visit to the Mercado Central (Central Fish Market) helps students immerse themselves in Chilean culture and practice Spanish in an iconic landmark that perfectly represents typical Chilean culture and cuisine.

EXPERT INSTRUCTION
The students receive master classes from expert professionals with years of experience in their areas of work. The practical knowledge of these experts beautifully complements the theoretical classes provided by UANDES professors.

Learn about our University!

• Virtual tour.
• Live the experience.
• About UANDES:

A YOUNG AND DYNAMIC UNIVERSITY

• Founded in 1989.

NATIONAL AWARDS AND RANKING

• Ranked Top 3 in Chile according to the scores of students in the National Admission Test (PSU) 2019.
• Ranked 1st in Chile and 3rd in Latin America for Innovation according to the SCIMago International Ranking.
• First non-traditional university to be nationally accredited in all five areas by the Comisión Nacional de Acreditación (CNA).

RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

• Interdisciplinary Research.
• 59 R&D projects awarded in the fields of: Biomedicine, Engineering, Dentistry and Education from 2011 to date.
• 60 technologies currently under development.
• Technology Transfer success:
• Cells for Cells: First biotech company in Chile that researches and develops therapies using adult stem cells.
• Regenero: Company focused on developing cell therapies for degenerative diseases.
• Día+: Platform for diagnosing reading and mathematics skills in students from kindergarten to fourth grade.
• Strong collaboration with public and private sectors.
• 17 collaborations with national and international partnerships institutions.

AREAS OF STUDY
HEALTH: Dentistry / Physiotherapy / Medicine / Nursing / Psychology / Nutrition and Dietetics / Occupational Therapy / Obstetrics and Midwifery / Speech Therapy.
BUSINESS AND ADMINISTRATION: Business and Economics / Service Management.
ENGINEERING: Civil / Computer / Electrical / Industrial / Environmental.
HUMANITIES: Advertising / Audiovisual Communication / Education / Family Sciences / History / Journalism / Law / Literature / Philosophy.

THE PROGRAM INCLUDES:

• Program and materials.
• On-Campus facilities: library, gym, sports fields, and many others.
• Full Wi-Fi connection on campus.
• Orientation and Cultural Activities with UANDES and International students.
• External cultural activities and visits with the International Relations Office.
• Spanish Language Course (Customized).
• Lectures in English with guest speakers about Chile, UANDES, etc.
• Cultural Trips and Off-campus Visits.
• Student coordinator and a Program academic coordinator.
• Typical Chilean Lunch.
• Welcome and farewell activities with snacks and refreshments included.

At the end of the course, students will receive a certificate of attendance from Universidad de los Andes and a transcript of records if required for validation at their home universities.

Get the details here.

HOUSING

• Universidad de los Andes does not offer on-campus accommodations. However, the International Relations Office can recommend external housing options. We recommend participating in a homestay program as it will allow students to immerse themselves in the Chilean culture.
• Homestay: Housing with Chilean families include: meals (breakfast & dinner), Wi-Fi, single room, laundry & housekeeping.
• 3 weeks: $830 USD approximately.
  4 weeks: $920 USD approximately.
• Airport pick up: $35 USD per person ($85 USD per group)
  *Other housing options can be recommended upon request.

AIRPORT TRANSFER

• UANDES can organize transportation for the students from and to the airport as well as assist them with transportation from their accommodation to UANDES.
• Approximately $60 USD for a private transfer.

VISA

• Participants do not need a student visa to participate in short term programs so long as their stay does not exceed three months. If a student needs an invitation letter in order to obtain a tourist visa, UANDES can provide it. It is the responsibility of the student to request such a letter.
• For any doubts please contact  Josefa Ode, International Programs Coordinator ([email protected]).

Share new experiences and discover Chile with your classmates in a wide-range of events organized by the university.

1. UANDES Campus Tour.
2. Welcome and Orientation Day.
3. Typical Chilean Lunch.
4. International Cultural Presentations.
5. Farewell Activities.

CANCELLATION POLICIES

• Full refund of tuition fees will be made if a GO UANDES program is fully booked, is cancelled, or an application for a visa is rejected. Proof of the visa rejection is required within two weeks from the date of notice.
• Any student who withdraws from a GO UANDES program more than four (4) weeks prior to the commencement of that course will have the total fees paid refunded minus a cancellation charge equivalent to 50% of the application and program fee.
• Any student who withdraws from a GO UANDES program less than four (4) weeks prior to the commencement or at any time after the commencement of a course is not eligible for a refund of tuition and application fees.

PAYMENT PROCESS

• Application and program payments fees should be made payable to Universidad de los Andes in Santiago, Chile, and sent via wire transfer in one payment, from the either the partner University or directly from the student one month after sending the application form.
• The banking information is as follows: please note that the wire transfer fees must be paid in full by the student or institution of origin, and not charged to UANDES. Confirm with your bank that the total amount received by Universidad de los Andes is the TOTAL COST of the program after all transfer and banking fees have been applied.
• Commissions may be charged in the International transfer process by both the bank of origin and the intermediary bank that is responsible for the deposit reaching our bank. For this reason, it is important that the student assures with their bank that when making the payment, the total amount is sent under the EXPENSES OUR modality, this proves that the University will receive the full amount of the transferred fees without discounts by intermediary banks. 

UNIVERSIDAD DE LOS ANDES
ID (Tax Number): 71.614.000-8
Account Nº: 051-00-08649-4
Bank: Banco Santander Chile
Swift Code: BSCHCLRM
Address: Bandera 140, Santiago, Chile
Reference: Rosario Diaz
Once the student has carried out the program fee transfer, the transfer voucher details must be forwarded to [email protected].

HOW TO APPLY

Final application deadline for July 2020 programs: May 1st, 2020. Apply here!
Students must contact  Josefa Ode, International Programs Coordinator ([email protected]), who will guide them through the registration process. Registration will require the following documents, all in one PDF file:

• 1 ID photo.
• Application Form.
• Copy of Passport (Personal Information).
• 1 headshot photo.
• Short Student biography.
• Proof of International Health Insurance.

FOR STUDENTS:

Josefa Ode

International Projects Coordinator

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FOR PROFESSORS AND UNIVERSITIES:

Rafaela de Grazia

Head of International Projects

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