Hong Kong S.A.R., People's Republic of China
At A Glance
Term: C 2008
Project Opportunities: IQP
Housing: Shared furnished apartments
Directors: Professor Creighton Peet
Preparation: 1/2 unit preparation activity
Application Deadline: September 28, 2006 (due by 1 p.m.)
Location
The Project Program in Hong Kong provides a gateway to the most dynamic and important region on the planet. The wealth of the world has moved to Asia, and Hong Kong plays a crucial role in the development of China—currently the most significant economy in Asia. This city radiates energy as it rapidly modernizes and takes the lead in economic development, hi-rise building, efficient transportation, artistic expression, educational reform and environmental conservation. Students will live in furnished apartments with small kitchens, with 2-3 students in each apartment, in a typical Chinese residential neighborhood, somewhat different from typical tourist areas of Hong Kong.
Projects
In Hong Kong WPI works with a number of educational, social service and environmental organizations and institutions. Hong Kong University, Hong Kong Polytechnic University and Hong Kong University of Science and Technology have sponsored projects, while other sponsors include Friends of the Earth, Hong Kong Council of Social Service, St. James Settlement and Caritas. New sponsors are sought on a regular basis. In addition, WPI has a Memorandum of Understanding with Hong Kong Polytechnic University (HKPU), giving WPI students access to library and other facilities on the conveniently located campus in TsimShaTsui, Kowloon, as well as enabling some HKPU students to work with WPI students on their projects, especially in the first half of January.
IQPs will deal with urban planning, a greener environment, sustainable resource use, education reform and innovation, economic and social issues, and other topics as appropriate.
Take a look at some recently completed projects...
Estimated Expenses:
| Estimated Out-of-Pocket Expenses | $2,000 400 950 500 $3,850 | Travel to site (RT airfare) Local transportation in Hong Kong Dining out / eating in Weekend tourist activities Estimated total out-of-pocket expenses |
|---|---|---|
| Expenses Included on your WPI Bill: | + $1,750 | Housing |
| Estimated total expenses | $5,600 | (tuition and on-campus housing not included) |
Subject to change due to fluctuations in exchange rate
Note:
In calculating the extra expense to participate in an off-campus project experience, compare this figure to expenses incurred while living on campus (groceries or meal plan, entertainment expenses, transportation, etc.)
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