APRU Student Global Climate Change Simulation 

Experience what it’s like to be a delegate at the UN Climate Change Negotiations, join us in this unique opportunity to collaborate with a global team of students from 18 Universities of Association for Pacific Rim Universities (APRU). You will exchange ideas, discuss cross-disciplinary approaches and develop solutions to tackle climate change together.

This year, we are pleased to announce that HKUST will be sponsoring 10 students to take part in this program. The APRU Student Global Climate Change Simulation is a role-playing exercise in which students will form multi-country, multi-disciplinary teams to play the role of delegates to the UN Climate Change Negotiations.

Through discussions and negotiations, you will hear perspectives from international experts on topics such as coastal habitats, deforestation, clean energy, trading and offsets, and diplomacy and negotiation skills. Teams will discuss the human and environmental effects of climate change, as well as the economic impact that countries/regions consider in determining their position and global commitments.

The program features a kick-off event and follow by two online simulation sessions facilitated by experienced professionals. These live sessions will be supplemented with short lectures and other materials developed and curated by the APRU experts. Student will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the event.

Program Objective

The program aims to let students practice global team-work and cross-cultural collaboration and communication skills through exchanging perspectives on the climate crisis. Students are also expected to strengthen their knowledge on global climate change, adaptation and mitigation strategies.

Schedule :  

The total course time of 15 hours includes the following:

•  7 hours of online live sessions
•  3 hours of self-paced online homework
•  5 hours of group homework.

Important Dates:

Kick-off : 1st June 2022 | 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Day 1 : 15th June 2022 | 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Day 2 : 29th June 2022 | 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Eligibility : Open to all full-time undergraduate and postgraduate students from all disciplines.

Program Fee : Selected students will receive full sponsorship for participation in the program. 

Application : Complete this online application form by 25 March (12:00PM) to apply. 10 students will be selected to participate in the program. Selected students will be notified through email by mid-April. If you have any question regarding the program, please feel free to contact egchristine@ust.hk.