This international study tour offers a unique opportunity for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students to travel to Fiji and learn about Fijian culture and history in a breathtaking tropical setting. Travelling as a group, and accompanied by UniSA, Wirringka and Aboriginal Leadership & Strategy staff, you will discover the rich heritage of Fiji’s First Nations Peoples, connect with local communities, and exchange knowledge and experiences.
This international study tour offers a unique opportunity for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students to travel to Fiji and learn about Fijian culture and history in a breathtaking tropical setting. Travelling as a group, and accompanied by UniSA, Wirringka and Aboriginal Leadership & Strategy staff, you will discover the rich heritage of Fiji’s First Nations Peoples, connect with local communities, and exchange knowledge and experiences.
The tour is funded by the University, including all flights, accommodation, tour itinerary and a $1500 grant towards additional costs.
Expand your global perspective, enhance your employability skills, and deepen your understanding of First Nations cultures abroad. Apply now for this once in a lifetime experience!'
Don't just take our word for it ! Here's what some of our 2024 student participants thought of last year's tour!
" An amazing, once in a lifetime opportunity, shared with the mob! " - Shelyn Wilkinson
" The study tour was a transformative journey of cultural connection, personal growth, and shared learning, reinforcing the importance of community-driven solutions for meaningful change." - Darren Harris
" The major highlight for me was the village stay, immersing myself in the traditional Fijian ceremonies, cultural activities such as weaving, dancing, rafting and fishing, and lastly seeing the family's love and devotion for each other, all creating unforgettable memories and connections" - Kylie Cook
" An amazing, once in a lifetime opportunity, shared with the mob! " - Shelyn Wilkinson
" The study tour was a transformative journey of cultural connection, personal growth, and shared learning, reinforcing the importance of community-driven solutions for meaningful change." - Darren Harris
" The major highlight for me was the village stay, immersing myself in the traditional Fijian ceremonies, cultural activities such as weaving, dancing, rafting and fishing, and lastly seeing the family's love and devotion for each other, all creating unforgettable memories and connections" - Kylie Cook
Program Highlights
Program Highlights
University Classes
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Join classes at the University of the South Pacific on History of the Pacific, Language and Dialects, Sustainable Development Goals and more.
Cultural Activities
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Enjoy cultural activities including the National Fijian Museum, a visit to a traditional Polynesian sailing canoe, and an excursion to Colo-i-Suva natural heritage rainforest.
Village Immersion
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Spend four nights in a rural Fijian village, including staying with a local Fijian family. This can be challenging, but is an amazing cultural experience!
Youth Workshops
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Participate in workshops with local Fijian youth, exploring topics such as family tree and clan history, and issues that impact the village such as Climate Change & Leadership.
Program Details
Program Details
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Suva, Fiji
Monday 22nd of September to Thursday 2nd of October 2025
There will also be some workshops in Adelaide (or online) before and after the trip. See FAQs for more details.
There will also be some workshops in Adelaide (or online) before and after the trip. See FAQs for more details.
- All in-country activities and workshops
- Return flights to Fiji from Adelaide airport
- All accommodation
- All breakfast, lunch, and most dinners
- Pre-departure and return workshops
- $1500 travel bursary to support additional costs
- 24/7 support
- UniSA Travel Insurance
Applications are open to current UniSA or UniSA College students who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and who have completed at least nine units (usually two courses) of study in their program. You must also be at least 18 years old to participate.
Final participants will be chosen based on their personal statement and their academic merit.
Final participants will be chosen based on their personal statement and their academic merit.
Want to find out more?
Want to find out more?
1. Join an upcoming information session.
Register below to join live and/or receive a recording afterwards.
Wednesday 7th May
Wednesday 7th May
6 PM - 7.30 PM ACDT
Tuesday 13th May
6 PM - 7.30 PM ACDT
Also, keep scrolling to see the full program itinerary, learning syllabus, and FAQs.
Click the Apply Now button below to express your interest in participating by submitting an application.
Express Your Interest
Express Your Interest
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Applications are open until 11pm on Sunday 25th May.
UniSA respectfully acknowledge the Kaurna, Boandik and Barngarla First Nations Peoples and their Elders past and present, who are the First Nations’ traditional owners of the land that are now home to the University of South Australia’s campuses in Adelaide, Mount Gambier and Whyalla. We also acknowledge the other First Nations of lands across Australia with which we conduct business, their Elders, ancestors, cultures and heritage.
CRICOS Provider Number 00121B
Australian University Provider No. PRV12107