Want to challenge yourself in a new environment, are curious about different cultures, customs, and communities and cannot commit to spending a longer period of time abroad?
A short-term global opportunity may be the best option for you.
Summer schools
Gain a taste of studying in another country during your summer break and the opportunity to take courses in something new. Meet people from around the world and go on cultural trips.
More information on summer schools will be available shortly.
Volunteering
Immerse yourself in diverse cultures, contribute meaningfully to communities in need, and develop invaluable skills for your personal and professional growth. Whether it's educational projects or community development initiatives, our volunteering opportunities empower students to make a positive impact while gaining hands-on experience in their field of study.
Find out more information about our volunteering opportunities below.
Alphard Educational - Romania
Typically 3-12 weeks long, Alphard Educational provides you with an opportunity to gain teaching experience, improve management skills and enhance life skills through volunteering, living with international students and attending social and cultural events and activities.
The work involves teaching English to children aged between 6 to 18 years old who cannot afford trips abroad, so you'll bring the “abroad” to them. You will be the tutor, trainer or teacher and will run fun English classes for children and teens, through games, sports, art, and journalism according to students' age.
All the support, training and materials are provided for you and you will always have one or two Romanian assistants ready to help.
How do I apply?
Complete the Application Form and email a copy of your passport to [email protected]
What are the costs and funding?
During the trip, you will need minimal spending money.
Alphard offers plane tickets from most European capitals, transfers to and from Bucharest and the camp, three meals a day, accommodation with the other students involved in the program, trips, free training for the placement, and support during all the activities held in the camp along with a lot of fun.
For more information visit the Alphard Educational website.
Play Action International - Kenya
Project Play: Kenya gives you the chance to come out to Kenya for either 2 or 4 weeks, to build an exciting playground at a nearby primary school, as well as explore the beautiful country of Kenya. As an ethical, affordable trip, it is the perfect opportunity to have the summer of a lifetime.
How to apply
Apply via Play Action International’s website.
How to find out more
Attend one of Play Action International’s online sessions.
Play Action International - Uganda
Project Play: Uganda is the ultimate African adventure allowing you to explore, discover and develop the incredible country of Uganda. As an ethical, affordable trip, it is the perfect opportunity to have the summer of a lifetime.
It’s all about enhancing children’s childhoods through play while experiencing a new culture. You will spend your weekdays building a playground at a local primary school and your weekends enjoying the amazing activities on offer in Uganda.
How to apply
Apply via Play Action International’s website.
How to find out more
Attend one of Play Action International’s online sessions.
Think Pacific - Fiji
Join a team, live at the heart of a traditional village and work on projects that will leave a lasting impact on your future.
Challenge yourself with a team of like-minded students, whilst gaining extraordinary international experience, developing unique skills and making a real contribution to initiatives that are achieving ground-breaking results through inspiring partnerships.
Whether you are looking to enhance your university degree or embark on a meaningful adventure – our projects are ideal for students looking to expand their horizons and bridge the gap between university and graduate employment.
Become a member of a Fijian family and work within a team whilst contributing to sustainable development initiatives that support the achievement of the Fiji National Development Plan.
Think Pacific's projects in Fiji are truly unique. They take place in rural communities which are a world away from the usual crowds and the average volunteer projects. The villages in Fiji are only accessible upon invitation by the chief, which means you can sample a way of life that few people will ever be fortunate enough to see.
Projects you can get involved with in Fiji include:
- community building
- youth empowerment
- mental health projects
- sports development
What are the costs and funding?
The project costs from £1,895. Turing funding is available for 4-week projects in Fiji, please read the Turing Scheme section of our fees and funding page for more information.
How to apply
Applications to apply for Think Pacific programmes with LTU have now closed for 2023/2024.
How to find out more
Attend one of Think Pacific’s discovery sessions.
Travelteer – Morocco
Travelteer brings an innovative concept that is at the forefront of responsible travel and ethical volunteering. We understand the importance of utilising volunteers’ skill sets to provide support for our programmes and help make a real difference in the local communities.
This culturally immersive programme sees students living and volunteering alongside communities in the Atlas Mountains. Students will help support infrastructure, agriculture and education projects within the villages. Students can join volunteering programmes from two weeks to two months.
How to apply
- Apply via Travelteer's website
- Select the project dates: 1 June - 29 June 2025
- Confirm your place with Travelteer by 29 November 2024
How to find out more
For more information visit the Travelteer website.
Travelteer – Sri Lanka
Not only does Travelteer offer life-changing volunteering programmes, but also the opportunity to explore and travel.
The Community Development programme aims to help outlying mountain communities. You will be working as a group in villages throughout the mountainous area surrounding Pokhara to improve agriculture, infrastructure, and education.
Students can join volunteering programmes from two weeks to two months.
How to apply
- Apply via Travelteer’s website
- Select the project dates: 25 May - 22 June 2025
- Confirm your place with Travelteer by 29 November 2024
How to find out more
For more information visit the Travelteer website.