Go Sustainability & Environment
GO SUSTAINABILITY & ENVIRONMENT
This program provides a unique experience for students to learn about climate change, renewable energies, future development challenges and the role of youth on these topics. At the same time, students will learn about business opportunities related to renewable energies and sustainable innovative projects.
The program includes trekking and other outdoor activities. Finally, it is an opportunity for the students to get to know different cultures and to create a network of contacts between young people while enjoying the campus in July. Be part of this experience!
When?
Dates to be confirmed
5 sessions online March to June
(Dates to be confirmed)
Dates to be confirmed
Face-to-face program at Universidad de Los Andes.
GO SUSTAINABILITY & ENVIRONMENT PROGRAM
This program provides a unique experience for students to learn about climate change, renewable energies, future development challenges and the role of youth on these topics. At the same time, students will learn about business opportunities related to renewable energies and sustainable innovative projects.
The program includes trekking and other outdoor activities. Finally, it is an opportunity for the students to get to know different cultures and to create a network of contacts between young people while enjoying the campus in July. Be part of this experience!
Campus Activities
Expert Instruction
Excursions and site visits
Cultural Activities
Cost/Credits
– STUDENTS FROM PARTNER UNIVERSITIES
600 USD
– STUDENTS FROM NON-PARTNER INSTITUTIONS
1800 USD
– Credits
3 US Credits / 5 ECTS Credits / 5 Credits
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.
- Lectures in English with guest speakers about Chile, UAndes, etc.
- Lectures in English with guest speakers about Chile, UAndes, etc.
- External cultural activities and visits with the International Relations Office.
- Lectures in English with guest speakers about Chile, UANDES, etc.
- Cultural Trips and Off-campus visits.
- Program academic coordinator.
- Typical Chilean Lunch and Gymkhana.
- Welcome and Farewell activities with snacks and refreshments included.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Cultural activities
Excursions and site visits
Expert instruction
Campus Activities
Share new experiences and discover Chile with your classmates in a wide-range of events organized by the university.
- Uandes Campus Tour.
- Welcome and Orientation day.
- Typical Chilean Lunch.
- International Cultural presentations.
- Farewell activities.
ADDITIONAL SERVICIES
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.
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.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Cancellation polices
Payment process
COVID-19 Cancellation policies
COVID HEALTH AND SAFETY PROTOCOL
The University of the Andes is exercising all health protocols, according to the indications of the WHO and those imposed by the Government of Chile.
Currently, the rooms have a maximum occupancy ensuring social distance between all students.
In addition, the mandatory use of masks is required for all who enter the campus.
The University has in all its facilities hand-held alcohol dispensers for constant disinfection. Once each jordana is finished, the classrooms and bathrooms are constantly sanitized. (This section will be updated as there are new indications and sanitary measures to ensure the well-being of all students.)
DOCUMENTS FOR DOWNLOAD (PDF)
Please contact:
incoming@uandes.cl