Attend a Communications Course at the University of Florida!

Are you a member of the Urdd and passionate about communication, journalism or the media? This is your chance to apply for a place on an exciting trip that offers unique and practical experiences at a first class university!

The Urdd is offering a special opportunity to 4 members of Year 11 and 12 in school to apply to be part of a 6-day communication course in Florida, USA in June 2025!

Trip Dates: Travel out on 21/06/2025 (6 days on the course) then return back to Wales on the 28/06/2025

• The successful applicants must be over 16 years old on the first date of the trip
• The first night of the trip you will stay in a hotel in Florida with some free time, then you will be on campus throughout the trip under the care of the University.
• A member of Urdd staff will be with you.
• The trip will be fully funded by the Urdd and the University of Florida, which includes your travel costs, accommodation and food during the trip.
• There is no need to prepare for the course, but we expect applications from individuals who want to develop skills in this area.
• Attendees will be expected to share rooms with other students on the course.

Course Timetable:

The timetable for 2025 has not yet been published, but here is a taste of the 2024 timetable to give an idea of ​​what the course will be - 2024-SMI-Schedule.pdf  

Don't miss the opportunity to develop your skills and get a taste of a career in the media industry. Apply now!

Closing date for applicants: 00:59 27/04/2025

For more information, please contact Rhyngwladol@urdd.org

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