Field schools

Short exchanges, unforgettable experiences  

Field schools are study abroad opportunities that allow you to travel with an NIC instructor and other students and course credits. They typically run for two to three weeks – making them a good option if you want to gain travel experience with a shorter time and financial commitment. Recently, our students have travelled to field schools in New Zealand, Spain, Japan, Jordan and Hawaii. 

New and upcoming field schools 

Te Rito Maioha

A special field school in New Zealand reserved for NIC early childhood care and education students.

Starts: February 2025
Applications are closed.

Nuu-Chah-Nulth: A Maui Education Journey

A special field school in Maui, Hawaii reserved for Nuu-Chah-Nulth Education Pathway students.

Starts: February 2025
Applications are closed.

Gorjani Archaeological Project

Students will travel to Zagreb in central Croatia to analyze and recover archaeological materials from Gora/Gara, a medieval fortified settlement near to the present-day Village of Gorjani.

Starts: February 2025
Applications are closed.

Douglas College Philippines Field School 

Offered through the Western Canada Mobility Network, this field school for commerce and business students includes three weeks of course instruction and site visits in the Philippines.

Details

Starts: January 2025 
Applications are closed.

 

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NIC is a proud member of the Western Canada Mobility Network (WCMN), a study abroad network that includes a total of nine Canadian post-secondary institutions. Being an NIC student means accessing an expanded network of field school opportunities through WCMN. 

WCMN was established through funding from the Global Skills Opportunity program.

Is a field school an affordable option for me?

Due to their shorter length, field schools typically cost much less than an exchange program. Your field school fees will often include the following expenses: 

• Course tuition
• Program and administrative fees
• Shared accommodations
• Flights
• Meals
• Travel insurance
• Daily transportation

There are financial supports from international organizations that can fund your studies. 

Am I eligible?

There are three basic criteria students must meet to qualify for an exchange.

1. Maintain good academic standing as a current student enroled in a program
2. Complete at least one full semester prior to the exchange
3. Have a valid passport prior to your travel date