West Java Field Study.
Immerse in Indonesian culture and field studies in Acicis’ West Java Field Study.
About the course.
Explore your academic interests more deeply and enhance your investigative skills with Acicis’ West Java Field Study Program (WJFS)!
Experience student life at Universitas Katolik Parahyangan (we say “UN-PAR”) in Bandung with the WJFS, where you’ll get to undertake field studies, write a mini-thesis (in English or Bahasa Indonesia) and take units in report design and technical training.
At Acicis, we’re dedicated to creating transformative experiences to help your personal and professional growth. Get in touch with us to start your journey.
Past field study reports.
You are encouraged to choose a topic for your field study that is of interest to you. The majority of past field study students have chosen topics in the field of development, international relations, commerce, health, environment and more.
The following is a list of examples of reports which have been written by Acicis students on the WJFS. The emphasis on these reports are on the field work undertaken rather than providing theoretical break-throughs.
Copyright is held by the authors of these reports. The reports cannot be republished, reprinted, or reproduced in any format without the permission of the author. The views expressed in each report are those of the author of the report and do not represent the views of Acicis.
Course information.
Overview
One semester (~4-5 months)
Semester 1 (Jan – June) and Semester 2 (July – December/Jan)
Bandung, West Java
Universitas Katolik Parahyangan (we say “UN-PAR”)
Depending on the timetable, you could have classes scheduled between 07:00 – 18:00 Mon – Fri and sometimes between 08:00 – 12:00 on Sat.
100% of a full semester load (0.5 EFTSL). Actual weighting and academic credit awarded will be determined by the participant’s home university.
Undergraduate, postgraduate, early career professionals
Entry requirements
We take a holistic approach to application vetting and because of this, we do not have entry requirements for our semester programs. When you apply to Acicis, you will need to submit your latest academic transcript and the contact details of an academic or professional referee. If you are in good academic standing and submit a strong application, you will likely be selected for the program. In some cases, Acicis may request to interview you prior to making a decision on the outcome of your application.
If you are currently a student, your university may have their own entry requirements so you must also check with them to see if you are eligible.
Structure
- You will be enrolled into a mini-thesis unit at UNPAR where you will conduct field study on your chosen topic in order to produce a final report of 8,000-10,000 words.
- Alongside the field study unit, you will also have the option to enrol in 1-2 units within the Faculty of International Relations. These units can be in report design, technical skills or broader thematic units that align with your chosen field study topic.
- Note, if you are an honours or postgraduate thesis student, we can work with you to align the units at UNPAR to those you are required to fulfil at your home university.
Assessment
Fee information.
Fees
Inclusions & exclusions
- Application review and vetting
- Help getting academic credit approval at your home university (if applicable)
- Comprehensive pre-departure information and email/phone support
- Pre-departure networking event
- Visa procurement & in-country administration support
- All inclusive orientation session (with accommodation and meals)
- Student buddy to help you settle in and assistance finding accommodation
- Extra curricular Acicis activities
- Visa cost
- Processing fees
- All tuition fees at an Indonesian partner university
- High-quality in-country supervision and assistance
- 24/7 in-country support
- Public liability insurance
- Official academic transcript
- Travel insurance (you may be covered by your university if you are a current student)
- Flights
- Accommodation
- Living expenses
- Home university enrolment fees (if applicable)
Payment Process & Terms
Withdrawal Policy
Our timeline for withdrawals and applicable penalties is as follows:
Need funding?
If you’re looking for a way to fund your study abroad, there are a range of funding options available to students.
One of these initiatives is the New Colombo Plan Mobility Program which is funded by the Australian Government. This initiative aims to increase knowledge of the Indo-Pacific in Australia by empowering undergraduate students like yourself to study, learn, and complete placements in stunning places like Indonesia. There are grants ranging from $3,000 to $10,000.
If you find yourself eligible for the New Colombo Plan funding, you can use it for our science and agriculture programs. Depending on your state and university, you may be eligible for other types of funding that can be used when you study abroad with us.
See if you’re eligible for the New Colombo Plan today, or explore other funding options.
Hear from
Acicis alumni.
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Leona (2020) Murdoch UniversityRead the full article
I thoroughly enjoyed the program and would recommend it to anyone. I felt fully supported throughout the practicum and it was well planned… It is programs like these that help you form lasting bonds and help build the relationship between Australia and Indonesia.
Leona (2020) Murdoch University -
Ananya (2024) The Australian National UniversityRead the full article
I love learning about and immersing myself into new cultures. There were so many things I loved about visiting Indonesia but most prominently was just how friendly people were. Everyone was so willing to help out wherever we went, whether it be a restaurant, a temple, in a taxi, or even walking about on the streets.
Ananya (2024) The Australian National University -
Matthew (2024) Monash University
If you’re interested in working in an international context at all – there’s no reason you shouldn’t do this program if you can. Indonesia is so strategically and geographically important, that you can’t help but generate professional capital while here, you also don’t know what kind of connections and work you might generate.
Matthew (2024) Monash University -
Audrey (2024) The University of Newcastle
The most rewarding part about this experience has been seeing how fast and far I have progressed with my language skills. With such an intensive and immersive course you see results so fast as you are learning so much every day. This is super rewarding and serves as a great motivation to keep learning as you reap the rewards that knowing language brings.
Audrey (2024) The University of Newcastle -
Michael (2023) The Australian National University
Through the ACICIS program, I was able to learn about Indonesian culture and appreciate the issues in the Indo-Pacific region – while also being financially supported. Without such support from the New Colombo Plan (NCP) Grant, it is likely I would be unable to participate in this program.
Michael (2023) The Australian National University
