YOUNG LEADERS PROGRAMS

JULY & DECEMBER 2016

Young Leaders Programs, run at Trinity College, the University of Melbourne, offer students aged between 14 and 17 the opportunity to broaden their outlook on learning and study, practice leadership skills and consider their future directions.

Each year more than 300 students from all around the world participate in these fun and life-changing residential programs, designed to inspire, increase confidence and guide students on a pathway to tertiary education.

The opportunity to live on campus and partake in lectures and workshops at Trinity College and the University of Melbourne with other young leaders from around the world affords students a unique international experience.

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YOUNG LEADERS PROGRAMSTrinity College, the University of Melbourne, has been running Young Leaders Programs since 2001. These programs encourage students to immerse themselves in the intellectually exciting and vigorous academic streams, created by academics who are leaders in their various fields. Leadership development is a keystone of the Young Leaders Programs. Skills include vital abilities such as critical and creative thinking, goal setting and self-direction, problem solving, communication and teamwork skills. To encourage future success, we teach students the ability to negotiate and influence, as well as recognising the importance of community engagement, ethical responsibility and the consequences of decisions and actions.Young Leaders Programs encourage lateral, creative thinking in all disciplines, in order to equip students with the skills necessary for solving problems and challenges of the future. Trinity College, the University of Melbourne, is an environment in which students who want to succeed can thrive. Students leave the programs feeling motivated, inspired and transformed.

ACADEMIC STREAMSOur academic streams are aligned with the University of Melbourne’s New Generation Undergraduate degrees, to give students an idea of where their future studies might take them. Students have the opportunity to attend classes on the University of Melbourne campus, study with university lecturers and prepare for tertiary study.

TAILORED PROGRAMSWith the expertise developed in curriculum planning and design, we are able to coordinate and deliver personalised programs for local and international school and educational groups who still wish to experience the pathway to college and university life, but cannot attend the July or December Young Leaders Programs. Students will live onsite at Trinity College during January and early February, or offsite along the Victorian coastline depending on availability at the time of enquiry. Your tailored program can be a combination of the Young Leaders Programs academic streams we offer, or customised further to suit your group. Some of these programs have included Global Leaders in Science for students from Shanghai University, Personal Development: Future Leaders for students from the Australian International School Malaysia, and Commerce & Environmental Leadership for students from Pearson Education, Taiwan.Fees: Variable based on program content and duration (minimum 20 students).Includes: Tuition, mentoring, meals, accommodation, academic classes, leadership workshops, return airport transfers and other organised extracurricular activities. Excludes: Flights, tourist visa and compulsory travel and medical insurance.

ARTSFor students interested in studying a Bachelor of Arts degree, this stream gives insight into Arts majors such as Psychology, Media and Communications. Students will investigate the psychology behind how we persuade others for our own benefit, and how such techniques can influence our interactions and the decisions we make. Having the opportunity to dissect media industries and their impact on politics, society and culture affords students the opportunity to learn in real-life settings. Students will visit law courts and partake in workshops where they attempt to fool a lie detector, conduct psychological experiments, and learn about subliminal messaging in advertising.

COMMERCE Explore the fields of accounting, business, economics, finance, management and marketing. Be introduced to corporate social responsibility, civil and contract disputes and the developing area of green economics. The course gives students an insight into life in the world of business with interactive workshops and excursions to see business models in action.

SPORT DEVELOPMENT & MANAGEMENT For students who are interested in the various disciplines that the sports industry has to offer, this stream is the perfect introduction. Students will participate in interactive workshops as well as visit the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) and the National Sports Museum to understand the history and marketing that goes into creating large-scale events. Learning from industry professionals in the areas of exercise science, social change and community development will help students discover first-hand the many opportunities that this innovative field has to offer.

ENGLISH INTENSIVE - DRAMA & COMMUNICATIONMove beyond understanding English and learn to manipulate the language for more effective communication. This intensive language program looks at the ‘performance’ of English. Take part in a series of lively, stimulating and enjoyable drama-based activities, and oral presentation workshops that will enhance and improve communication in English as a second language. The program is designed to empower students to creatively and confidently converse and communicate in English.

FINE ARTS Interested in a Bachelor of Fine Arts? This is the stream for you. Discover a diverse range of art forms, some traditional, some unique to contemporary Melbourne, including performance art, visual art, movement and music, writing and public speaking. The principle theme of finding your voice helps students build confidence, develop personal identity and enhance their leadership. Gain an understanding of the benefits of private creativity as well as public expression, and analyse the role of art in our society.

BIOMEDICINE Explore the world of medicine and medical research including genetics, human physiology, human structure and function – discover what the Bachelor of Biomedicine is all about. Students will investigate the issues pertinent to our world today and look at the rapidly changing areas of genetics and bioethics. Students will perform dissections of an eye and kidney, and visit the renowned Anatomy Museum at the University of Melbourne.

LEADERSHIP FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE This program develops leadership skills associated with grassroots movements for social justice, such as equality, democracy and transformation in young people. The week tackles key issues in today’s society including sustainability, global poverty and human rights. With world-class leaders in social justice, hands-on excursions, workshops and discussion groups, students will discover how just one person can make a difference. Take an excursion to Parliament House and participate in a role-play debate to experience life as a political leader. This stream is a great foundation if you’re thinking about stepping in to a leadership role at your school or beyond.

THE LAW AND JUSTICE (NEW) For students interested in a career in law, this is the perfect introduction. Find out how the law affects our daily lives and how we interact with it. Covering the areas of corporate, civil and criminal law; through dispute resolution and negotiation simulation, juvenile justice and advocacy. Students will experience first-hand, case studies, meet professionals in the field, and take part in their very own practice moot court where they argue imaginary cases.

SCIENCE & ENGINEERING If you’re thinking about a Bachelor of Science, this stream gives you a taste of engineering majors – chemical and civil systems, electrical systems, mechanical systems, mathematics, statistics and physics.Take a look at how society is progressing in the world of technology and outer space, and discover the amazing innovations made in astronomy and engineering. Students will visit the Melbourne Museum, participate in a robotics workshop and make their own solar cells and rockets.

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT - FUTURE LEADERS (NEW)Leadership development is a keystone of the Young Leaders Programs. This fascinating new stream is for students who want to build leadership skills, currently hold, or are thinking of taking up various leadership positions in their school, sports team or club, drama or debating groups and any other type of extra curricular activity where leadership is essential. Students will take a challenging and rewarding journey through the week, which focuses on understanding and developing personal values, situational leadership and boundaries, effective communication and discover ways to cope with stress and pressure in and out of school. Students will learn tips, tools and tricks to speak confidently in public and be able to set and create structured, manageable and achievable goals. At the end of the week, students will have acquired necessary skills to put practice into action and have meaningful, significant impact in their local community.

ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY - COASTAL DISCOVERY PROGRAM For students who would like to learn about sustainability whilst exploring the beauty of the Victorian coastline, this program is a great introduction. Students will travel to Waratah Bay, East Gippsland, before heading to Phillip Island to take part in a volunteer service-learning project. The concept of sustainable living is at the core of this program, allowing students to explore how we can minimise our impact through changing behavioural patterns to positively influence the natural environment. With sustainability as the fastest growing aspect of business and education in the 21st century – from commerce to engineering, law and teaching – having an understanding of the natural world will position you as a global leader in your field. This is a rare opportunity to experience the magnificent natural beauty of Australia, learn about the environment and experience a taste of an inspiring career in the industry.

Who knew someone could learn so much in one week, not only academically, but about themselves? The Young Leaders Program was an absolutely amazing experience that has opened my eyes to the world … I have learnt vital leadership skills and in the process made some life-long friends from all over the globe. The sports management and development stream is perfect for anyone who is interested in the sports industry. It is an all round incredible experience that I would highly recommend to anyone who is given the opportunity. Alanna Dorward, Victoria, AustraliaMaffra Secondary College, Sport Development and Management

MENTORS & STAFFTo ensure students feel personally supported during their stay at Trinity College, each participant is allocated a mentor to provide them with guidance and support. Our mentors are friendly, high-achieving university students who are specifically trained and stay on campus with the students for the duration of the programs. Trinity staff reside at the College for the Young Leaders Programs, and can be called on at any time for administrative, pastoral or welfare assistance.

STAYING AT TRINITYStudent welfare is a fundamental component of the Young Leaders Programs. For many students, this is the first time they have experienced living away from home. Students are in residence at Trinity College for the duration of the Young Leaders Programs, or offsite during the Coastal Discovery Program. This is a condition of enrolment and is included in the course fee. Rooms are twin-share where possible with common bathrooms. Male and female students are placed on separate floors. All meals are provided, including meals off campus. Students with particular dietary needs can be catered for, and all of this information can be found in the application form. Bedding, towels and blankets are provided, as are laundry facilities.

DATESJULY WEEK 1: SUNDAY 26 JUNE – SUNDAY 3 JULY 2016• Arts• Commerce• Sport Development & Management• English Intensive - Drama & Communication

JULY WEEK 2: SUNDAY 3 JULY – SUNDAY 10 JULY 2016• Fine Arts• Biomedicine• Leadership for Social Justice• The Law and Justice

JULY WEEK 3: SUNDAY 10 JULY – SUNDAY 17 JULY 2016• Personal Development - Future Leaders• Environment & Sustainability - Coastal Discovery Program

DECEMBER WEEK 1: SUNDAY 27 NOVEMBER – SUNDAY 4 DECEMBER 2016• Arts• Commerce• Biomedicine

DECEMBER WEEK 2: SUNDAY 4 DECEMBER – SUNDAY 11 DECEMBER 2016• The Law and Justice • Science & Engineering• Sport Development & Management

DECEMBER WEEK 3: SUNDAY 11 DECEMBER – SUNDAY 18 DECEMBER 2016• Personal Development - Future Leaders• Environment & Sustainability - Coastal Discovery Program

Please note: These dates include the days students are to arrive and depart.

This exposure to an unknown country gave me the strength to believe in myself … Interactions with people,

which I didn’t know existed, gave me the courage and confidence to move in the world without being scared and shy; that’s what I

was at the beginning. For me, the Young Leaders Programs were a once-in-a-lifetime chance and they really transformed me into

who I was supposed to be rather than who I was.Saba Ali, Hyderabad, Pakistan

The City School Jinnah Campus, Biomedicine

As an introvert, I thought it would be impossible for me to blend in, or even actually talk to anyone … I was wrong. With the rate at which so many brilliant individuals and characters throw themselves at you, I guarantee you won’t be left alone. During the two weeks in Trinity, I learnt heaps of things, made lots of friends and explored many undiscovered aspects of myself. It’s funny how such a short trip could leave such an impact on me … The Young Leaders Programs were really a once-in-a-lifetime experience.Ly Nguyen Hoa Hiep, My Tho, VietnamTien Giang High School for the Gifted, Arts and Leadership for Social Justice

FEES• One week – AUD 1800 per student• Two weeks – AUD 3600 per student• Three weeks – AUD 5130 per student (includes 5% discount)

Includes: Tuition, mentoring, meals, accommodation, academic, leadership and extracurricular activities, return airport transfers and other organised activitiesExcludes: Flights, tourist visa and compulsory travel & medical insurance.

SECURITY & SUPERVISIONThe College is a secure facility, protected by a 24-hour security service. All activities and excursions are fully supervised by trained staff.

AIRPORT TRANSFERSAirport transfers are included in the cost of the program. Mentors meet students at Melbourne Airport, so there is a friendly face to greet them from the moment that they arrive.

APPLICATIONApplications will close when the streams are at capacity. To apply for our Young Leaders Programs please complete the July or December Application Form and attach all supporting documentation including a 300 word Personal Statementwww.trinity.unimelb.edu.au/young_leaders

Young Leaders ProgramsTrinity College, Royal Parade, Parkville 3052, Victoria, Australia T: +61 3 9348 7486 F: +61 3 9348 7610 E: youngleaders@trinity.unimelb.edu.au W: www.trinity.unimelb.edu.au/young_leaders

Trinity College, the University of Melbourne is a unique tertiary institution that provides a diverse range of high-quality academic programs for some 1,500 talented students from across Australia and around the world.