School of Law - China study tour
Faculty of Business and Law
2009 Tour dates
The tour runs during the mid year break, just after the examination period ends. The 2009 tour will commence on 21 June and conclude 6 July. The schedule is structured with morning classes on weekdays and afternoon field trips which are either tourist sites such as the Great Wall, Olympic Park or part of the academic course, such as a visit to a law firm. Applications for the 2009 tour open 16 March 2009. Register your interest now!
Environment
The average temperature at the time of travel is approx 35 degrees with very high humidity. The heat can be extreme, so you must be prepared to tolerate these extreme weather conditions. This includes wearing protective sunscreen and clothing as well as drinking plenty of bottled water.
Travel
Tour participants arrange their own flights to and from Beijing. The Law School arranges a group discounted airfare and we encourage students to travel with the Deakin University staff as a group. Alternatively, tour participants can make their own way to Beijing and join the group at the official commencement of the study tour, which is marked by a welcome banquet at the hotel.
Accommodation and Meals
Tour participants stay in twin-share accommodation, all lunches and some evening meals & banquets are included within tour fee. The tour group stays at the High-Tech Mansion BUPT, right across the road from the host University. Tour participants can nominate to share their room with a friend or we will allocate you to a room mate for the duration of the tour.
Student Obligation
As a student of the University, you are bound by all University rules and regulations whilst on the Study Tour, particularly Regulation 1 Part 1.3 and 1.6 relating to General Misconduct published in the Deakin University Undergraduate (or Postgraduate) Studies Handbook.
“1. A student shall have committed an act of general misconduct if the student acts in a manner which is detrimental to the University. General misconduct includes:
1.3 disobeying any reasonable order or direction given to the student as a member of the University staff in the performance of his or her duties and responsibilities:
1.6 behaving in a manner that is disorderly or detrimental to the interests and good repute of the University.”
PLEASE NOTE: Class attendance is compulsory whilst on the tour.
Vaccinations
Vaccinations are required for those travelling to China. The Law School does not provide advice as to vaccinations, and advises students to seek advice from a medical practitioner.
Tour Briefing
A tour briefing is held several weeks prior to the tour. The tour briefing is a great opportunity to meet your fellow tour participants and staff and it is a chance to ask those all important questions!
Can students from another institution take part in the tour?
Yes. The tour is open to non-Deakin students via cross-institutional enrolment. This requires the prior approval of the 'home' institution. All fees, enrolment arrangements and assessment apply to cross-institutional students, and they are most welcome to undertake the tour.
