Summer at the University of Roehampton

Program Information

Experience authentic England living amongst British students in this suburb of London.

During this program students will spend the 4 weeks at University of Roehampton taking courses in areas such as English, Film, Mathematics and International Studies. Enjoy weekly excursions in and around England, such as mingling among the Beatle-maniacs at the legendary rock bands museum in Liverpool or sightseeing in nearby Oxford. Spend time in cosmopolitan London taking your picture from the view in the London Eye or in front of Buckingham Palace.

Experience England – Live on a modern UK campus alongside British students while spending your afternoons strolling the streets of exciting London.

Choose from a wide variety of courses – English, Film, International Studies and Mathematics courses are available with themes including Shakespeare, the Beatles and, British Cultural Identities.

Excursions for all – Take in sites around England and experience all that it has to offer.

Highlights

  • Live on campus alongside local British students
  • Earn 6 credits while touring top England destinations
  • Experience London and explore Big Ben, Buckingham Place and the Tower of London!
  • Unforgettable place to spend you summer
  • Take in a show at Shakespeare's Globe Theatre in London

Housing

  • On-campus residential apartments (single rooms) lunch daily and access to kitchen facilities

 

Curriculum

 

Courses available in English, film, international studies, literature, and mathematics.

ENGL378/ENGL378H or IS 305 British Culture and Identity

ENGL 408H-ENGL 408: Shakespeare

FVA 476 Shakespeare on the Screen

FVA 376 British Adaptations

MATH 110: Pre-Calculus- The Mathmatics of Motion and Change

MATH 112: Business Calculus- Modern Applications of Mathematics 

Campus Setting

Suburban

Average Course Load

2 courses (6 US credits)

GPA Requirement

2.5/4.0

Language of Instruction

English

Program Dates

Summer 2012:

Orientation: May 31
Depart from London: June 28

Program Fee

$5,290*

*Cost may change at any time due to the current exchange rate.

Included

  • Tuition & fees
  • Housing
  • Pre-departure and onsite orientation
  • Airport pick-up in Manchester
  • Medical & accident insurance
  • Social and cultural activities
  • Day Trip Excursions
  • Prepaid travel card for use on public transportation while in London

How to Apply

  • Fill out the IEP Application and review information on the Apply page.
  • Pay a $200 deposit to International Education Programs.

 

Send the above materials to:

International Education Programs
Jacksonville University
2800 University Blvd North Gooding 105
Jacksonville, Florida 32211

Past Students

“It was the best summer of my life. This experience makes me want to move to the UK and start a life there. I miss it more than anything.”

Kasey B.