Description

Study Abroad in London, England during the 2012 Summer Olympics! Summer 2012 is an exciting time to visit London as the historic city opens its doors to the world to celebrate the highly anticipated athletic event. The city will be buzzing with cultural events, artistic exhibitions, museum showcases, and more throughout your GSE program!

Through GSE's summer study abroad program at the University of Westminster, students have the ability to take the full curriculum offered which includes a variety of courses in the Liberal Arts. Students will select one course to take for the duration of their three week program. Courses are generally worth 15 University of Westminster credits which equates to 4 US semester credits. Course schedules vary, but most meet Monday-Thursday, 3 hours a day in the morning for 12 contact hours per week. Students may study courses in such subjects as Literature, Political Science, History, and Sociology, among others. Students will work with a GSE advisor to select their course before departing for their program. For more information consult a GSE program advisor.

Highlights

Since its foundation in 1838 as Britain's first polytechnic, the University of Westminster has been closely involved in the business, professional and academic life of London. Located in the "West End" of London, the university provides diverse course offerings in one of the more lively areas within the cosmopolitan central districts of London. Each year, 2,500 international students join an overall student body of over 20,000 students. As a student at the University of Westminster you will have access to university sports facilities, student's union, career services, counseling and advisory services, chaplaincy, and membership at the International Student House.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education

High School

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

4, 595

Program Fees Include:

The program fee includes pre-departure information, university tuition and course enrollment, an official transcript or certificate of completion issued by an accredited foreign university, host university services, housing in shared student dormitories at Westminster, cultural immersion events, opportunities for volunteering and internships upon arrival, excursions, international mobile telephones, Onsite Program Director, introductory local transportation passes, mandatory health insurance coverage, arrival orientation, arrival and departure receptions, reentry support, and post-program evaluation.

Experience Required

yes

All participants must be at least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma, and a minimum GPA of 2.8.

This Program is open to

American and Canadian Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Dormitory

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Scholarships are Available

Global Student Experience offers scholarships for each of its programs. Contact us today to learn more about new scholarship opportunities.

Application Process Involves

• Transcript
• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

3-5 business days

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Global Student Experience's Mission Statement

Global Student Experience (GSE) is a dedicated team of study abroad advisors focused on providing the perfect cultural and personal experience for students abroad. GSE offers study abroad programs during the summer, quarter, trimester, semester, or full academic year in Argentina, Australia, England, France, Italy, and Spain.

Year Founded

2004