UK Information Studies Library and Archive Tour

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This nine-day London study tour will provide you with a unique opportunity to visit a range of libraries and information agencies based in central London and Oxford University.


Through a structured program of talks and tours of facilities & services in London and Oxford, you will be introduced to concepts and practices within a diverse range of organisations. Proposed venues include the British Library, the National Archives, public libraries, government and special libraries and archives, school and university libraries.


This study tour provides an outstanding opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of how various world class information agencies function to service their clientele and work to protect the cultural heritage of a major international country. The tour will also provide an understanding of the types of information work done abroad. Cultural experiences and networking opportunities with local Library Associations are also part of the planned program.

Participation in this program will also contribute to assessment requirements for your Charles Sturt University studies.

Program overview

Led by: School of Information and Communication Studies

Cost: $3,400

For further details see the financial information tab.

Dates: 14 Oct 2024 - 23 Oct 2024

Places: 20

This program will require minimum numbers to proceed.

Applications

Closed

Eligibility

This program is offered by the Faculty of Arts and Education and the School of Information and Communication Studies.

  • Bachelor of Information Studies
  • Master of Education (Teacher Librarianship)
  • Master of Information Studies

Academic Recognition

You must be able to complete one of the following subjects in your Charles Sturt University degree structure.

  • Bachelor of Information Studies students: Counts towards INF220 Professional Study Visit
  • Master of Education (Teacher Librarianship) students : Counts towards ETL512 Professional Experience and Portfolio (Assessment 2)
  • Master of Information Studies students: Counts towards INF466 Professional Study Visit

Participation in this Program could result in a delay receiving 2024 Session 2 (202460) results.

All participants will also have to complete EEB310 International Cultural & Education Program. This is an online module that consists of a series of readings designed to assist students to prepare for the intercultural program.

Financial Information

Program cost

$3,400

Additional details

Exact costs to be advised on notification of successful application.

Students may be eligible to apply for a  Vice-Chancellor Travel Grant of $400. Students must complete all pre-departure requirements (see pre-departure tab)  before payment can be made.

Program deposit and due date

$1000 non-refundable deposit due: Within two weeks of notification of successful application
You must have a valid passport or be in the process of applying for one by the first deposit payment date. Your passport must have a minimum of six-month validity from the program's return date.

Program costs include

  • In-country program fee
  • In-country accommodation
  • Return train to Oxford University

Program costs exclude

  • Charles Sturt University subject fees
  • Airfares
  • Passports
  • Immunisations (if required)
  • Visas (if required)
  • Additional local transport
  • Travel insurance
  • Recreational activities
  • Souvenirs, gratuities, and incidentals
  • Meals

Pre-departure

A pre-departure session will be mandatory for all students attending this program.  Pre-departure information will be made available to successful applicants approximately 5 weeks prior to departure.

Learning about so many different cultures and meeting such a different group of people is something you can’t experience in classrooms here. Everyone was there for the same reasons; a love of learning, love of travel and curiosity. These things bound us all together.

Michael Jago, Program Participant

Enquiries

Further enquiries regarding the application process should be directed to:

Charles Sturt Global

Charles Sturt University Learning Abroad and Exchange Office
Charles Sturt University
Phone: +61 2 6338 4021
Email: csuglobal@csu.edu.au