Community Leadership and Social Studies 2017
Deadline : (Three intakes) 28th Nov 2016, 5th May 2017 and 18th Aug 2017
Country : Yangon, Myanmar
Type : Full Scholar with hostel and stipend provided
Program information
The Community Leadership and Social Studies (CLASS) program is an intensive, residential program that prepares qualified students of diverse ethnic backgrounds throughout Myanmar for a leadership role in their community and university study abroad. Students in the CLASS program will develop their potential for leadership through increased understanding of community project management and knowledge in social studies. We see diversity as our strength and inclusiveness as a foundation for the future of our country. In short, our goal is to produce young leaders who also possess sufficient academic skills to further their study.
The CLASS is a yearlong intensive program – three terms total in a year and three months per term with one month break in between. Students generally take five classes per term, and complete their service learning practicum during their breaks (approximately equivalent to 44 academic quarter units).
What will you learn?
1. General English I – Pre-intermediate (3 units)
2. General English II – Intermediate (3 units)
3. English Communication I (3 units)
4. English Communication II (3 units)
5. English Communication III (3 units)
6. Environment and Us (3 units)
7. Introduction to International Relations (2 units)
8. Introduction to Economics (2 units)
9. Civic Education (2 units)
10. Leadership and Public Speaking (3 units)
11. Leadership and Community Project Management (3 units)
12. Peace and Conflict Studies (3 units)
13. Service Learning II (2 units)
14. Service Learning III – Internship (2 units)
15. Peace and Conflict Studies (3 units)
16. Sustainable Development (3 units)
17. Social Science – topical (3 units)
18. Social Science – topical (3 units)
19. Professional Development Practicum (2 units)
Each 3-unit class meets 3 times a week and a 2-unit class meets 2 times a week. Each meeting lasts approximately one and a half hours. All CLASS students will need to complete two service-learning projects during and one internship after their study. Each service learning project is roughly equivalent to 2 academic units.
Why should you attend CLASS ?
Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:
1) communicate in written English with reasonable proficiency;
2) conduct public speaking/power point presentation proficiently;
3) think through important social and political issues critically;
4) analyze current international affairs objectively;
5) understand some basic theories of leadership;
6) understand key concepts in community project management;
7) value the importance of services for the greater good of society; and, will receive the “Diploma in Community Leadership and Social Studies.”
Admission Requirements
Selection process
Please note that CLASS is a highly selective program. Students will be asked to take diagnostic test for English proficiency before being admitted to the program. We accept approximately 18-22 students each intake and three intakes per year. Our students come from different ethnic backgrounds from different states and regions of Myanmar. Applications are accepted all year round.
How to apply?
For more information about CLASS and application process visit the Official Website or contact our program assistant,
Aye Nyein Soe:
Email: ayenyeinsoe@thabyay.org or Tel. 95 1 2304242
Country : Yangon, Myanmar
Type : Full Scholar with hostel and stipend provided
Program information
The Community Leadership and Social Studies (CLASS) program is an intensive, residential program that prepares qualified students of diverse ethnic backgrounds throughout Myanmar for a leadership role in their community and university study abroad. Students in the CLASS program will develop their potential for leadership through increased understanding of community project management and knowledge in social studies. We see diversity as our strength and inclusiveness as a foundation for the future of our country. In short, our goal is to produce young leaders who also possess sufficient academic skills to further their study.
The CLASS is a yearlong intensive program – three terms total in a year and three months per term with one month break in between. Students generally take five classes per term, and complete their service learning practicum during their breaks (approximately equivalent to 44 academic quarter units).
What will you learn?
1. General English I – Pre-intermediate (3 units)
2. General English II – Intermediate (3 units)
3. English Communication I (3 units)
4. English Communication II (3 units)
5. English Communication III (3 units)
6. Environment and Us (3 units)
7. Introduction to International Relations (2 units)
8. Introduction to Economics (2 units)
9. Civic Education (2 units)
10. Leadership and Public Speaking (3 units)
11. Leadership and Community Project Management (3 units)
12. Peace and Conflict Studies (3 units)
13. Service Learning II (2 units)
14. Service Learning III – Internship (2 units)
15. Peace and Conflict Studies (3 units)
16. Sustainable Development (3 units)
17. Social Science – topical (3 units)
18. Social Science – topical (3 units)
19. Professional Development Practicum (2 units)
Each 3-unit class meets 3 times a week and a 2-unit class meets 2 times a week. Each meeting lasts approximately one and a half hours. All CLASS students will need to complete two service-learning projects during and one internship after their study. Each service learning project is roughly equivalent to 2 academic units.
Why should you attend CLASS ?
Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:
1) communicate in written English with reasonable proficiency;
2) conduct public speaking/power point presentation proficiently;
3) think through important social and political issues critically;
4) analyze current international affairs objectively;
5) understand some basic theories of leadership;
6) understand key concepts in community project management;
7) value the importance of services for the greater good of society; and, will receive the “Diploma in Community Leadership and Social Studies.”
Admission Requirements
- Completed matriculation and one year of experience in community work
- Demonstrated academic potential (diagnostic test required)
- Demonstrated social commitment (essay required)
Selection process
Please note that CLASS is a highly selective program. Students will be asked to take diagnostic test for English proficiency before being admitted to the program. We accept approximately 18-22 students each intake and three intakes per year. Our students come from different ethnic backgrounds from different states and regions of Myanmar. Applications are accepted all year round.
How to apply?
Please download the application form and Reference From and send to applications@kantkaw.com.
For more information about CLASS and application process visit the Official Website or contact our program assistant,
Aye Nyein Soe:
Email: ayenyeinsoe@thabyay.org or Tel. 95 1 2304242
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