About the Scheme
CALIS is a 4-week summer study programme that takes place in the UK, with an objective to improve students’ English proficiency through immersion in the British culture and classroom learning. Cultural immersion comprises a variety of activities including homestay at a local family, community services, sports and music, weekend excursions and sightseeing.
CALIS welcomes all non-final year full time students of the College of Engineering. Information sessions are normally held in late November of each year. Interested students are invited to visit this webpage regularly for update.
Work Schedule (Tentative)
| Dates | Work description | Remarks |
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| Week 4, Sem B | Briefing session | 2:30 – 3:00pm 10 Feb 2022 (Thursday) Zoom Link: https://cityu.zoom.us/s/97005157300 |
| Week 4, Sem B | Application period | Through CRESDA |
| Week 6, Sem B | Interview | Departments and interview panels have full discretion with regard to the interview arrangement and student assessment / nomination |
| Week 8 | Announcement of results | |
| Week 12 | Payment of airfare | ~HK$10,000 |
| Week 13 | First meeting | Compulsory: Exact date to be confirmed |
| Week 13 | Payment of caution money | Caution money: $8,000 (to be reimbursed by October after successful completion of CALIS) |
| Week 14 | Final payment | 40% of programme fee LESS airfare |
| 13 May | Submission of 2-page summary on project | Compulsory |
| 17 May | Pre-departure workshop & Final briefing | Compulsory (Exact date to be confirmed) |
18 May 22 Jun |
Departure Date (tentative) London group A London group B |
Group departure is a MUST |
20 Jun 25 Jul |
Return date (tentative) London group A London group B |
Staying behind is NOT allowed |
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Final presentation and debriefing (tentative) London group A London group B |
Compulsory |
Programme
London (Middlesex University)
- Visits: Buckingham Palace, House of Parliament, London Eye, Greenwich, River Thames, Royal Observatory
- Weekend trips: Oxford, Brighton, Windsor
- Industrial visit: Brewery manufacturing plant
- Sports: Horse riding, cricket, sports day
- Evening activities: Musical, Hollywood Bowling, Medieval Banquet
- Service Learning Projects
The above programme is subject to change.
Application
Eligibility:
All non-final year full-time CENG undergraduates and associate degree students of the College. Students of the Division of Building Science and Technology should apply to the Division.
Application form: Via CRESDA
Application period: 7 - 13 February 2022
Requirement: CGPA 2.0 or above
Late submission will not be entertained under any circumstances
Interview: Weeks 6, Semester B
Departments and interview panels have full discretion with regard to the interview arrangement and student assessment/nomination. In general, selection is based on the following:
- attitude
- initiative
- teambuilding abilities
- willingness to serve
- English proficiency
Announcement of results: Week 8, Semester B
Results will be announced via email.
Payment
Programme Fee
The programme fee covers the following items :
- Return Airfare
- Accommodation (Residence Hall) – receive a new bed pack which includes duvet, sheets and pillows
- Travel Card : Oyster Card (London) GBP120
- Transportation: airport pickup, weekend visits, industrial visits, overnight weekend trips
- Tickets and entry fees of certain scheduled visits
- IELTS exam, teaching materials & tutor fees
General daily expenses, data plans and local transportation are not included in the programme fee. They are to be borne by students separately.
Caution Money
Students are required to pay HKD8,000 as caution money. It is non-transferable and does NOT form any portion of the programme fee. It will be returned to students only after their successful completion of the programme. Students who withdraw at any time for any reason will NOT get any refund. If additional cost is incurred after full payment, e.g. change in the exchange rate or fuel surcharge, it will be deducted from the caution money.
The programme activities of CALIS include all the meetings and workshops, the pre-departure briefing, all the scheduled classes and activities in the UK and the post-CALIS debriefing and review meeting. Students are required to attend all the programme activities. Absent from any activity/class or failure to submit any assignment may result in the forfeiture of the caution money in part or in full.
Budget Estimate
Programme Fee
• Approximately HKD50,000
Payment scale:
o University (60%): Around HKD30,000
o Student (40%): Around HKD20,000
Additional Cost To be Borne by Students
• Visa application fees
• Travel and medical insurances policies that will cover COVID-19 COVID-19 diagnostic test before travel and/or after arrival, if applicable
• Inbound Hotel quarantine if applicable (subject to approval, the College may provide a subsidy at HK$200/day)
Scholarship (On Competitive Basis)
HKSAR Government Scholarship Fund - Non-academic Awards (TDS & ROA) 2021 - 22 (HKD10,000)
- Students with CGPA ≥ 3.0 may also apply for this ROA scholarship as additional financial support on a competitive basis.
- University sponsorship will not be deducted upon students' successful application for the ROA scholarship.
[SDS / Parent Dept will announce in April or May]
General Information
Visa application
Students are responsible for obtaining the necessary visa and checking that their passport hold a 6-month expiry period at least when they enter the UK. The cost of visa application and passport renewal is to be borne by the students.
Insurance matters
CityU is providing group travel insurance to participants, please refer to the webpage of the Finance Office at: https://www.cityu.edu.hk/fo/studentlan/htm/Stu_Insurance.htm
However, students are required to take out travel and medical insurances policies that will cover COVID-19 during the whole programme.
Enquiry
Ms Maidie Lo
(852) 3442-9148
