Second Application Closing Deadline: 15th December!
Limited spaces available. Don’t leave it too late to get the funds together for your incredible month abroad with us in 2024!
Northumbria University Opportunity
Embark on a transformative journey with Challenges Abroad, specially crafted for students at Northumbria University. Our Programmes go beyond just travel; they cultivate profound connections, personal growth and indelible memories. Join us to explore the world, make positive change and shape your own remarkable story!
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Bespoke Challenges for Northumbria University

Weekly Drop-In Session:
Every Thursday 15:00-16:00 (Microsoft Teams)
Top tips to fund your trip!:Â
Tuesday 16th January 17:00-17:30 (Microsoft Teams)
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Overview
We offer challenges across eight fantastic destinations, in some of the most interesting communities across the world. Whether you’re inspiring of teamwork and communication in Tanzania or shaping the futures of young children in Nepal you’ll be making a positive change that will last long after your programme. Check out our selection of bespoke programmes we’ve selected for our Northumbria Programmes:
- Social Impact in the Community
- Engineering, Social and Cultural Impact
- Sports Leadership Challenge
- Animation, Film and Multimedia

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How does it work?
1
Explore Our
Programmes
2
Pick Your
Perfect Match
3
We Coordinate
Your Trip
4
Travel and Make
a Difference
Benefits To You
Skill
Development
Gain practical, transferable skills that amplify your CV

Lasting
Friendships
Connect deeply with peers, forging friendships that last a lifetime
Independence
& Growth
Step out of your comfort zone, embracing newfound independence
Exciting
Challenges
Tackle engaging challenges that push your boundaries and ignite your passion
Start Your Challenge Today​
What’s Included / Not Included?
- 24/7 in-country support
- All accommodation
- 3 meals a day
- In-country transport
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- Yellow participant t-shirt
- Pre-departure support, including full challenge briefing
- An incredible experience
- Flights
- Visa (free for UK citizens)
- Vaccinations
- Travel Insurance
- Personal spending money

Make a
difference
An average day
on a challenge
Monday to Friday you will facilitate workshops with the weekend free to travel or explore under your own steam. Your day will usually consist of a morning session (approx. 3 hours) after breakfast and then another 3-hour session after lunch. Your afternoons and evenings will be free for you to relax and explore town or plan a session for the next day.
Northumbria University Programs

Tanzania: Sports Leadership Challenge – Northumbria University
- Programme Type: Global Challenge
- Duration: 4 weeks
- Location: Tanzania
- Programme Fee: £1,895
- Deposit: £195

Panama: Engineering, Social and Cultural Impact – Northumbria University
- Programme Type: Global Challenge
- Duration: 4 weeks
- Location: Panama
- Programme Fee: £2,300