GLOBAL experience
2 Week Employability Study Tour in Bangkok, Thailand
An employability study tour in Bangkok, Thailand providing the opportunity to explore a new country and grow in confidence as you transition from university life into the world of work. Connect with industry professionals, develop your professional and personal skills and learn how to apply your experience and knowledge in a commercial setting.
- Explore a new country and culture. Develop your intercultural fluency whilst making friends, connections and having fun.
- Grow you international network. Make connections with your peers, local professionals and university alumni.
- Upskill in key transferable skills such as leadership, communication, teamwork and problem solving; making you a well-rounded, more employable graduate.
- Learn about international business and have the opportunity to tackle international workplace tasks and projects.
- Have fun exploring a new and exciting country whilst growing into a confident, well-rounded, independent and adaptable individual.
Programme Dates:
6th June 2026 – 20th June 2026
What's Included?
Employability Visits
Accommodation
Support
Cultural Activities
Alumni Network
Employability Resources
About Pagoda Projects
Pagoda Projects is a leading provider of global opportunities for universities in the UK and overseas. As part of Gradcore, we’re playing a leading role in transforming career journeys with the Unseen Group.
Programme Details
Programme Dates
18th June 2026: Arrival in country
19th June 2026: Programme Start
17th July 2026: Programme End
18th July 2026: Depart from country
Pre-Departure
Pagoda will host a virtual pre-departure event where participants will have the chance to have their questions answered. A recording of the event will be provided to those unable to attend.
Orientation & Support
A Pagoda team member will greet you at the airport and accompany you to your accommodation. You’ll be provided with a welcome pack and detailed orientation to help you feel settled in your new country. Throughout the programme you will check-in weekly with the Pagoda team, who will also provide 24/7 emergency on-site assistance if required.
Industry Projects
In groups of 2-6, you’ll work collaboratively on industry projects set by local companies. You’ll have weekly checkpoints with your mentor who will check in on progress and be able to answer questions, provide information and guidance. At the end of the programme, you’ll present your research and an accompanying playbook of findings to a panel of industry professionals.
Industry projects are aimed to build your transferable skills that can be applied across any role that you may go on to do in the future.
Group Activities
Throughout the programme, you’ll enjoy a range of activities including field trips, cultural tours, social events, networking opportunities and hands-on project work—all aimed at fostering teamwork, cultural understanding, and professional growth.
Example Activities:
- Mekong River Delta Boat Trip / Toldeo Day Trip
- Skills Course: Building Intercultural Fluency
- Employability, Leadership, Project Management and Career Development Workshops
- Industry Visits & Panel Discussions (e.g. Microsoft, BVVA, FPT Software, 7 Eleven)
- Language Class
- Chamber of Commerce Networking Event
- Cultural Activities eg. Coffee Class, Flamenco Show, Cooking Class, Museums
Accommodation
Our expert in-country teams will source and manage your accommodation, in line with our accommodation quality policy. Our furnished apartments are all located on good transport links and in a secure area of the cities where Pagoda delivers programmes, inclusive of all bills and wifi.
You will always be provided your own private bedroom.
Portal
The Portal is a digital hub for our student community where you will be able to locate key programme information, documentation and register for our online skills courses.
Our online skills courses focus on Workplace Basics, Employability, Digital Competency and Intercultural Fluency which you’ll have chance to complete during your programme. They’ll provide you with the skills and agility needed for a global and ever-changing workplace as well as a certification upon completion.
Destination
Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok is the capital of Thailand, and often ranked among the world’s most visited cities. With rich buddhist tradition meeting lively nightlife, the city is home to all kinds of experiences as impressive as its internationally loved cuisine. And if you find yourself wanting a change of pace, there’s a myriad of adventures possible outside of the city, whether its waterfalls, diverse landscapes or elephant sanctuaries that take your fancy.
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Register Your Interest
You will need to apply to your university to be considered for this programme – please head to the DMU Global Webpage to find out more. If you have any questions about the content of the programme please contact programmes@pagodaprojects.com
