Network programmes

The University of Auckland is part of three worldwide networks: Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU), Universitas 21 (U21) and the Worldwide Universities Network (WUN). These networks offer various opportunities and programmes which University of Auckland students can apply to participate in each year.

Network programmes consist of a unique combination of interdisciplinary academic or leadership content, networking, and cultural and social activities. These include summer schools, conferences and leadership summits.

• Network programmes are usually promoted on the learning abroad portal. These include the U21 Health Sciences Summer School and APRU Undergraduate Leaders Programme as well as virtual international programmes through the U21 and APRU networks. 
• Students must be nominated by 360 International to participate in a network programme. Students apply to 360 International through the learning abroad portal to be considered for a nomination. Places are limited and acceptance is not guaranteed.
• 360 International also offers funding to support travel for selected programmes. Costs covered may vary, so check details carefully on the programme page in the learning abroad portal before you apply.

APRU Undergraduate Leadership Program

The Undergraduate Leaders’ Program (ULP) supports emerging undergraduate leaders in becoming real-world change makers by driving awareness, action, and change, supporting them in their academic and personal goals. APRU provides cultural exchange experiences and unique learning  opportunities to equip the next generation of leaders with
the skills they need to contribute to positive change for the betterment
of societies worldwide.

APRU Certificate in Global Climate Change Leadership (Virtual)

This programme is a role-playing simulation exercise in which students form multi-country, multi-disciplinary teams to play the role of delegates to the UN Climate Change Negotiations. Students are assigned to international teams (students from various universities) representing one of six countries/regions.

Climate Corps (hosted by U21 partner Korea University)

The Climate Corps (CC) is an initiative that brings together higher education institutions to take meaningful and practical action against the climate crisis. The programme seeks to foster a collaborative platform across disciplines and institutions to promote knowledge sharing, spark innovative ideas, and drive the implementation of effective strategies to tackle the climate crisis.

U21 Health Sciences Summer School

The U21 HSG Summer School is an annual two-week interdisciplinary course for undergraduate U21 Health Sciences Students that offers the unique opportunity of face-to-face learning and field trips located at a U21 HSG member university. The course provides UG students with the valuable experience of team-based learning opportunities that include workshops, presentations,lectures, self-directed learning and field trips on a theme of particular relevance to the Health Sciences.   

U21 Global Citizens Course (Virtual)

The U21 Global Citizens Course is a 3-week online leadership development
course that will offer students the opportunity to work in an international environment and develop skills and competencies needed to advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. 360 International nominates up to 75 students for this programme.

U21 Sustainable Micro-Internships (Virtual)

U21 Sustainable Micro-Internships allow students to work with fellow students from across the globe, sharing knowledge and expertise while immersing themselves in a commercial organisation. Students will form quick partnerships with sustainability-minded peers, challenge their abilities and develop key skills to thrive in the modern workplace.

IPE International Student Challenge — U21 Health Sciences (Virtual)

The U21 Health Sciences Group IPE Special Interest Group has been running the student challenge since 2021. The student challenge is a virtual event and students get to work with students from other U21 HSG member universities on a selected theme.

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