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Faculty-Led Program Abroad Winter 2025

Discovering India

Are you ready to discover the history and culture of the Indian subcontinent? From New Delhi to the Taj Mahal, to the state of Gujarat, during this opportunity, you will trace the history of India from the Mughal Era to Gandhi in February-March 2025.

This Faculty-Led Program Abroad: Discovering India allows Seneca students to develop cross-cultural skills, discover a rich history, and also reflect on intercultural communications practice in Canada.

This program is available for diploma, advanced diploma, and degree students!

Depending on your academic program, students accepted into this FLPA will be automatically enrolled in one of the following courses in the Winter 2025 semester:

      • CUL 133 (India: From Maharajas to Gandhi) - for diploma and advanced diploma students
      • LSO 333 (India: From Taj Mahal to Gandhi) - for degree students

The two weeks in India will serve as a hands-on educational component to each of these courses, designed to complement learning in the classroom.

Packed with historical and cultural site visits and weekend activities including the Taj Mahal, in addition to course delivery, students will be immersed in Indian culture while earning academic credit towards your program at Seneca (see below for course information).

Learn more about the opportunity and apply by September 22!

Opportunity information

      • Host institution: Pandit Deendayal Energy University
      • Location: New Delhi and Ghandhinagar, India 
      • Itinerary: To be provided at pre-departure orientation
      • Language of Instruction: English
      • Term: Winter 2025
          • Classes before and after the trip will take place at Seneca.
          • Travel dates: Feb. 22 - Mar. 8, 2025 (tentative)
      • Accommodations: Hotel (Shared room)

     

Deadline: September 22

+Important dates

 

  • Application Deadline: Sept. 22, 2024
  • Acceptance Date: 2 - 4 weeks after the application deadline
  • Pre-Departure Orientation: Approx. 2 months pre-trip
  • Return Debrief: Approx. 1 month post-trip

+Eligibility Requirements

 

  • Full-time students in diploma, advanced diploma programs who require a General Education credit
  • Full-time students in degree programs who require a Liberal Studies (LSO) credit in Arts & Humanities
  • Have a minimum program GPA of 2.5 and be in good standing
  • Open to domestic and international students
  • Have no hold or outstanding balance on the student account

+Fees and Funding

 

Program fee: $5,000 CAD approx.

    • Included: round-trip airfare, accommodation, local travel, entry fees & site visits, guides & translators, some meals.
    • Not included: course tuition fee, applicable visa fees, meals outside of program itinerary, personal travel, souvenirs, vaccinations required, or otherwise.

Funding:

Seneca provides up to $3,000 in funding to accepted students to offset the program fee.

Funding is awarded automatically upon application. No additional funding application is required. 

+How to Apply

 

To be considered for this opportunity, you must submit a complete application which includes:

See this page for step-by-step guide on HOW TO APPLY.

+Course Credits

 

Upon successful completion of this Faculty-Led Program Abroad, students will earn the following Seneca credit:

Opportunity Name/Host Institution
Eligible Seneca Program Seneca Course Credit

Faculty-Led Program Abroad: Discovering India / Pandit Deendayal Energy University 

Diploma

Advanced Diploma

CUL 133 - India: From Maharajas to Gandhi (General Education)
Degree LSO 333 - India: From Taj Mahal to Gandhi (Art & Humanities)

Both courses will begin at Seneca at the start of the Winter 2025 semester and continue post-trip at Seneca. Students are expected to engage with the course for 14 weeks.

+Additional Notes

 

Traveling students must adhere to all jurisdictional guidelines and/or regulations of their host country and host institution. All accepted students are responsible for ensuring they meet the entry and exit requirements of their destination country. This information is subject to change at any time.

Seneca relies on the Government of Canada’s (GOC) Travel Advice and Advisories and the associated risk level for each destination to assess whether students should engage in an overseas activity. While we make every effort to prepare students for a successful trip overseas, circumstances may arise that are beyond our control.

Students who accept to participate in a global learning opportunity must accept as a condition of participation the possibility that the program may be cancelled or terminated early due to concerns over the safety and security of students. If cancellation or termination occurs, we will refund any payments you have made and withdraw any disbursed grants. Participants may encounter additional and unexpected financial and academic implications. Seneca will work to mitigate negative implications to the best of its ability. 

International Students are required to meet with an immigration specialist to ensure their program of study and/or study permit will not be negatively impacted by travelling abroad. This must take place as soon as possible in the application process. Immigration specialists can be reached at theservicehub@senecapolytechnic.ca