Description

King's College London is one of the oldest, largest and most prestigious colleges of the University of London. Founded in 1829, King's is a great international institution with around 2,000 staff members and 9,000 students from all parts of the world.

King's is a friendly and vibrant college at the heart of London. It is close to a host of famous centers of learning and culture, and the range of entertainments on offer is unrivalled.

King's is very traditional academically. Study abroad students are encouraged to select courses from only one department. Students' non-academic needs, including health, welfare, and careers advice, are supported by a wide range of college services designed to provide help and support at the university. King's also has a flourishing student union with its own premises, inlcuding a night-club, shop and bar.

Highlights

Students applying to IFSA-Butler's programs in the U.K. will have the opportunity to live and study in some of the most renowned and respected institutions in the world. A serious and dedicated academic environment awaits those who wish to experience these challenging and rewarding programs.

The long history of university education in the United Kingdom dates back to the foundation of Oxford and Cambridge Universities in the mid 13th century. Students who attend university in the U.K. have the opportunity to mix with international students from every country on earth who came to the U.K. to experience the same scholastic prestige.

The academic year in the United Kingdom runs along roughly the same guidelines as the American academic year. It begins in late September and ends in mid-June. Teaching terms usually consist of three ten-week periods separated by two four-week breaks, but increasing numbers of universities have switched over to the semester system.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

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Program Fees Include:

Tuition, housing, pre-departure advising and information, some fees, subsidized excursions, overseas orientation, and a fully-staffed IFSA-Butler office in London.

Experience Required

no