EXPERIENCE - Bring to your studies renewed depth, purpose and national/global awareness.
PROGRAM DETAILS
DESTINATION
ARUSHA, TANZANIA
Program Highlights
Students will get the opportunity to volunteer in medical clinics and both government and private hospitals in Arusha, Tanzania. Equipment and facilities are basic, and some tasks may be observational due to the language barrier, however, other placements may be more hands-on depending on the placement and experience - some hands-on work might include: assisting with surgery or delivery, HIV testing, stitching, wound care, etc.
There are also opportunities to take part in medical outreach campaigns twice a week. Campaigns take place in local villages, delivering basic medical care where it is not often available.
Potential placements might include:
- Outpatient department*
- Inpatient department
- Family Planning*
- Laboratory
- Dental*
- Eye department*
- Pharmacy
- Labor and delivery*
- Antenatal*
- Minor theater (minor surgical procedures)
- Major operation
- Tuberculosis department*
- HIV department*
* There are also opportunities to take part in Medical Outreach campaigns twice a week. Campaigns take place in local villages, delivering basic medical care where it is not often available.
In addition to clinical and medical outreach experiences, the students will be able to design and deliver their NRSG 4710 Global Health Project (course requirement).
TOURS
Included in the package price are three (3) cultural experiences:
- Materuni Waterfall and Moshi tour – overnight
- A Maasai Village – Half Day
- Overnight Safari Tour - Tarangire National Park
Travel Dates & Class Schedule
| DATES | LOCATION | |
| Pre-departure Classes begin | TBD | TBD |
| Pre-departure TRAINING | TBD | Online |
| Travel Dates* | October 27- November 14, 2025 | Arusha, Tanzania |
| Post Field School Classes & Debrief | TBD | TBD |
*Travel dates are subject to minor adjustments pending final reservations, but should occur around the dates as mentioned.
Cost and Payment Details
PROGRAM COSTS
| PROGRAM FEE | TUITION COST - 4-5 CREDITS | INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT | |
| DOMESTIC STUDENT | $3,800* | See tuition estimator** | Estimated $2,000*** |
| INTERNATIONAL STUDENT | $3,800* | See tuition estimator** | Estimated $2,000*** |
*Program Fee includes airport pick-up, accommodation in Arusha and Moshi, all meals (less drinks and snacks), local program, and entrance fees to planned group activities. Cost is an estimate and is subject to change.
**Rate based on a 5 credit charge through Tuition Estimator for Faculty of Health’s Nursing program and KSA fees added. Please verify the latest costs by viewing the KPU tuition estimator. Additional fees may apply to your KPU account for the Multi-Pass and Kwantlen Student Association Extended Dental and Health Plan.
***Costs are subject to change. For a more accurate estimate, please search for the field school flight dates through your preferred provider.
PAYMENT TIMELINE
| PAYMENT DEADLINE | PROGRAM FEE | |
| NON-REFUNDABLE APPLICATION DEPOSIT* | May 12, 2025 | $750 |
| 2nd PAYMENT | June 1, 2025 | $1,525 |
| 3rd PAYMENT | Jun 20, 2025 | $1,525 (or remaining balance) |
| TUITION (for nrsg 4710 - 5 credits)** | September, 2025 | See tuition estimator |
*Note: The deposit goes towards the program fee. Applicants are welcome to pay the full amount up-front if it's more convenient, otherwise, the smaller installments are due by the due dates posted above.
**Payment of academic fees, due dates, withdrawal charges, refund policies, and associated policies for academic fees are set as per the university calendar.
WHERE TO PAY
Make your payments on your OSS (Online Self-Service).
SCHOLARSHIPS
Funding opportunities are available for field school students.
| AWARD | amount | application | deadline |
| KPU Global Experiences Scholarship | $2,000-$3,000 | Download | Same as the application deadline |
| One World International Scholarship | $2,000-$3,000 | Download | Same as the application deadline |
Class Offers & Pre-requisite(s)
CREDITS OFFERED UPON COMPLETION
- NRSG 4710 (5 credits) or PSYN 3245 (4 credits)
PRE-REQUISITES
- Must be a BSN-AE, BSN or BPN student at Kwantlen Polytechnic University
- BSN-AE students must be registered in NRSG 4710
- BPN students must have completed PSYN 3235
- BSN students must have completed NRSG 3245
If you do not meet any of the above pre-requisites, please contact the field school faculty leader Cindy Milner at cindy.milner@kpu.ca
Application Details & Deadlines
APPLICATION INFO
- Students must be in good standing, with a min. 3.5 GPA - or seek approval from Faculty
- Application and personal statement required
- ONE (1) faculty reference form
- Interview may be required
- Immunizations, including Covid-19 and CPR must be up to date
APPLICATION DEADLINE
April 27, 2025 by 11:59pm
APPLICATION TIMELINE
| APRIL 4, 2025 | Applications open |
| April 27, 2025 | Applications close |
| TBD | Confirmation of Acceptance (with scholarship results) |
| May 12, 2025 | Non-refundable deposit of $750 due |
| JUNE 1, 2025 | $1,525 Second Payment towards the Program Fee is Due |
| JUNE 20, 2025 | $1,525 Final Payment towards the Program Fee is Due |
| SEPTEMBER , 2025 | KPU Tuition Payment Due |
Contact Information
FACULTY LEADERS:
Cindy Milner
Faculty of Health
cindy.milner@kpu.ca
KPU STUDY ABROAD:
Shanell Wong
Study Abroad Coordinator
internationalprograms@kpu.ca
