Penang Adventure Tour 2024
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Background
Are you looking for meaningful experiential learning opportunities beyond Hong Kong? We are excited to announce an Adventure Education trip to Penang, Malaysia, aiming at promoting mental well-being and global citizenship among HKBU students.
This initiative will focus on enhancing resilience, self-confidence, and teamwork through a variety of adventurous activities. A series of pre-trip workshops will equip you with essential skills and knowledge for a rewarding experience.
In Penang, you’ll engage in activities that challenge your limits and encourage a positive mindset. Upon returning to Hong Kong, you’ll share your transformative experiences through a video presentation for HKBU students. Additionally, you will engage 50 local children and youth to promote positive character development and a growth mindset.
AIMs
- To enhance students’ resilience, self-confidence, and teamwork
- To enrich students with more willingness to take up challenges and a positive mindset
Programme Timeline
Date | Time | Venue | Activity |
3-4 Oct (Thu-Fri) | 15:30-20:00 | WLB401G | Screening Interview |
9 Oct (Wed) |
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| Results Announcement and Offer Acceptance |
16 Oct (Wed) |
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| Deadline for payment and document submission |
23 Oct (Wed) | 19:00-21:00 | AAB402K | Positive Psychology Training 1 |
6 Nov (Wed) | 19:00-21:00 | AAB402K | Positive Psychology Training 2 |
16 Nov (Sat) | 10:00-17:00 | CAS | Leadership Training (CAS) |
13 Nov (Wed) | 19:00-21:00 | AAB402K | Pre-trip Meeting |
20 Nov (Wed) | 19:00-21:00 | AAB402K | Pre-trip Meeting |
23 Dec (Mon) | 15:00-17:30 | AAB402K | Pre-departure Briefing Session |
3-8 Jan |
| Malaysia | Trip Departure |
15 Jan (Wed) | 19:00-21:00 | AAB402K | Post-trip Meeting |
22 Jan (Wed) | 19:00-21:00 | AAB402K | Post-trip Meeting |
25 Jan (Sat) | 10:00-13:00 | TBC | Sharing of Learnings/ Post-trip Event |
Enquiries
For any enquiries, please contact us at lqc@hkbu.edu.hk or 3411 5913.
Related Key Sustainable Development Goals (SDG):
Trip Schedule (Tentative, subject to change)
| Schedule | Nature of Activity | Activity |
| Day 1 | Arrival | |
| Day 2 | Water Sports Challenge & Cultural Exposure | Dragon Boat Race Challenge Cultural Homestay Kota Aur |
| Day 3 | Escape Theme Park | High-Event Activities Watersports Activities |
| Day 4 | Heritage Hike City Hunt | Trekking to Penang Hill City Hunt@ George Town |
| Day 5 | Island Bike Departure | Estimated 3-4 hours cycling at Balik Pulau |
Language
English
Eligibility
All HKBU UGC and non UGC-funded UG students are welcome
Quota
20
Application Deadline
10 Oct 2024 (Thursday)
Screening Interview
- Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend a screening interview on 3-4 October 2024 (Thu & Fri) from 15:30-20:00.
Fees
- HK$4,000/person
- Costs include accommodation, meals and activities arranged by LQC, excluding round-trip flight tickets and visa.
- $1,000 refundable upon full-attendance of all the trainings, services, and post-trip activity with satisfactory performance.
- Successful applicants will be notified shortly after the screening interview.
- To indicate the acceptance of offer, the programme fee has be to settled before the given deadline. All fee paid are non-refundable.
Eligible students may apply for funding support from FGF.
Important Notes
Successful Applicants must fulfil the vaccination and travel requirements (if any) as required by the concerned country and bear the own costs of visa application (if applicable).
Enquiries
For any enquiries , please contact us at lqc@hkbu.edu.hk or 3411 5913..