Cross-Cultural Field Education Experience

Terms & Conditions

By registering for the Papua New Guinea Cross-Cultural Field Education Experience, you agree to the following terms and conditions.

• Age Requirement
• All participants must be 18 years of age or older at the time of the trip.
• Deposit & Payment Terms
  • A deposit of $2,000 AUD will be invoiced by Baptist Mission Australia and must be paid by 14 May 2026. This deposit is non-refundable if you withdraw from the trip for personal reasons or due to a change of mind.
  • The remaining balance of the trip cost must be paid according to the following schedule (after the initial deposit):
    • 18 June 2026: $1,950 AUD
  • Failure to meet payment deadlines may result in forfeiture of your place on the trip and any payments already made.
  • All travel-related payments must be made to Baptist Mission Australia.
• Cancellation Policy
  • The Field Education Experience cancellation policy reflects that costs are progressively incurred throughout the year by both Morling College and Baptist Mission Australia, some of which may not be recoverable if a participant cancels their registration.
  • If Morling College cancels the trip due to unforeseen circumstances or insufficient participation, participants will receive a full refund of all payments made, including the initial deposit.
  • If a participant cancels their registration after full or partial payment has been made (beyond the initial deposit), refunds will be issued according to the following schedule:
    • 120+ days before departure: Full refund less the non-refundable deposit.
    • 90–119 days before departure: 50% refund of any payments made in addition to the non-refundable deposit.
    • Less than 90 days before departure: No refunds available.
  • If you have purchased travel insurance prior to cancelling your registration, and the cancellation is due to a claimable event (e.g. illness), you may be able to recover your deposit and any additional non-refunded amounts through a travel insurance claim.
• Itinerary Changes
  • Morling College and Baptist Mission Australia reserve the right to modify the itinerary if necessary, including but not limited to changes to venues, accommodation, schedules, or transport arrangements. Where possible, reasonable efforts will be made to provide equivalent arrangements or value.
• Travel Insurance & Documentation
  • Participants are covered under Baptist Mission Australia’s corporate travel insurance, provided that all required checks and documentation have been completed as outlined in the registration process. This may include, but is not limited to:
  • Medical clearance
  • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • Child Safe Ministry compliance in accordance with relevant State Union or Association guidelines
  • Participants are responsible for obtaining valid travel documentation, including:
  • A passport with at least six months’ validity beyond the return date
  • Any necessary visas. Visa can be pre-purchased at https://ica.gov.pg/visa/visit/visitor
• Health & Medical Fitness
  • Participants must ensure they are medically fit to travel and participate in the activities outlined in the trip itinerary.
  • Failure to disclose relevant health information that may affect participation may result in removal from the trip without refund where safety concerns arise.
  • Participants are responsible for carrying any required medications during the trip.
• Liability
  • Participation in the trip involves travel and cross-cultural engagement and therefore carries inherent risks. Morling College and Baptist Mission Australia accept no responsibility or liability for personal injury, loss, or damage sustained by participants during the trip.
• Photography & Media
  • Photographs or video recordings may be taken during the trip for reporting, promotional, or educational purposes.
  • By participating in the trip, participants consent to the use of such media by Morling College and Baptist Mission Australia unless they advise otherwise in writing prior to departure.
• Compliance
  • Participants agree to abide by all applicable laws, regulations, and cultural norms of the countries visited.
  • Participants must also follow any instructions or guidelines provided by Morling College staff or designated trip leaders.
  • Morling College reserves the right to terminate participation without refund if a participant’s conduct endangers themselves, other participants, or compromises the safety, wellbeing, or integrity of the trip.

For further information, please contact the Morling College team.