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Is this program right for you?

This program is appropriate for students from a variety of disciplines who are well prepared academically for direct matriculation and desire full integration with British and other international students. Specifically, the University of Westminster is ideal for students who would like to pursue an internship while abroad and/or have an interest in a wide range of fields including communications, design, and media.

Program Snapshot

  • Ideal for students interested in business, technology, communications, design, and media; for-credit internship option available
  • Quality learning and research designed in partnership with businesses to meet the needs of London’s international economy
  • Highly respected media, arts, and design department with state-of-the-art facilities including professional studios for radio, television, and arts
  • Residences are located in prime areas across London

Subject Areas

  • Biological Sciences
  • Business
  • Communications
  • Computer Science
  • Cultural Studies
  • Culture (host country)
  • Health Sciences
  • Hotel Management
  • International Relations
  • Internship
  • Management
  • Media Studies
  • Political Science
  • Psychology
  • Technology and Design
  • Tourism
  • Urban Planning

About London

A city with a rich and celebrated history, London is the hub of British business and government and one of the world’s most important cultural centers. The South Bank Complex, with the National Theater, Royal Festival Hall, and National Film Theater, can be reached easily by bus or railway, as can the theaters of the West End and Shakespeare’s Globe, as well as countless museums and galleries. Part of the excitement of living in London comes from the international allure of the many different ethnic, religious, and cultural groups who call it home.

Where You'll Study

University of Westminster

The University of Westminster was Britain’s first Polytechnic opening in 1838 and rededicated in 1992 as the University of Westminster. The University, with a student population of 22,000, has four academic centers, with its main administrative offices in central London. Harrow Campus, which houses the communications, design, media, and business departments, is located 30 minutes by tube from central London. Each academic center is divided into schools specializing in various academic and professional disciplines.

Thoughts From Abroad

Celebrated by Time Magazine as ‘the coolest city on the planet,’ London is home to over seven million people. As the largest city in Europe, London is over 30 miles from east to west and covers over 650 square miles. With campuses located throughout London, the University of Westminster encourages students to discover several areas of London as a Londoner, not a tourist.

Known for its vibrant art, music, and fashion scenes, London has an array of cultures and influences—300 museums, 250 art galleries, and 200 theaters. Although London is vast, public transportation makes it simple to engage in the cultural attractions such as the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, Piccadilly Circus, West End theatre, museums, Hyde Park, and London’s best known shopping quarter—Oxford Street. Whatever your interests are, London offers something for everyone!

— James Cameron Cooper, Resident Director

Staff Bios

Heralding from Edinburgh, Scotland, Resident Director James Cameron Cooper studied International Business Administration at the European University in Athens, Greece. He has more than ten years of experience providing student services in International Education gained working throughout Europe and America. His extensive knowledge of Europe and in particular London provides an invaluable resource for students. The office of the CIEE Resident Director is located at the Foundation for International Education in the South Kensington area of the city, which is within easy reach for all students on the program. The CIEE Academic Advisor in London, Dr.Julie Andreshak-Behrman, is also available to counsel students on academic issues from her office at the same location.

Originally from New York, Assistant Resident Director Elizabeth Lippolis studied communications at Quinnipiac University in Connecticut. She has lived and worked with American study abroad students in London since 2002 and is familiar with cultural adjustment and living abroad. Now a resident of East London, Elizabeth has traveled extensively throughout the UK and Europe, providing a wealth of information for CIEE students.

Recommended Credit

semester: 16 semester/24 quarter hours
academic year: 32 semester/48 quarter hours

Eligibility Requirements

  • Overall GPA 2.8
  • 3.0 GPA for students interested in taking courses in communications, design, or media

Program Dates

Fall 200910/1/2009 - 12/19/2009
Academic Year 2009-1010/1/2009 - 5/29/2010
Spring 20101/14/2010 - 5/29/2010

Application Deadlines

Fall 20093/15/2009
Academic Year 2009-103/15/2009
Spring 201010/1/2009

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Duration

Fall 200914 weeks
mid-September - mid-December
Academic Year 2009-1036 weeks
mid-September - early June
Spring 201019 weeks
early January - early June

CIEE Costs

CIEE program fees, inclusions, and estimated additional costs, are outlined below. Please note that CIEE reserves the right to adjust its fees in the event of significant change in exchange rates or other factors beyond its control. The actual cost of the programs may vary slightly for students from different institutions.

For comprehensive fee breakdowns and estimated additional costs, click the costs below:

  • Fall 2009 $16,900
    The CIEE fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing, orientation, cultural activities, field trips, pre-departure advising, a host institution student card, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.

    Program Fees

    This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

    Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed below.

    Medical Insurance$74
    Educational Costs (direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students; including $300 non-refundable Participation Confirmation Fee)$11,826
    Housing$5,000
    Total$16,900

    The CIEE fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing, orientation, cultural activities, field trips, pre-departure advising, a host institution student card, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.



    Estimated Additional Costs

    The estimated additional costs indicated below are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

    Transportation (round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure)$1,150
    Meals$2,000
    Personal Expenses$3,000
    Books and Supplies$200
    Local Transportation$750
    Visa Fee$150
    Total$7,250


  • Academic Year 2009-10 $30,400
    The CIEE fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing, orientation, cultural activities, field trips, pre-departure advising, a host institution student card, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.

    Program Fees

    This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

    Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed below.

    Educational Costs (direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students; including $300 non-refundable Participation Confirmation Fee)$20,326
    Housing$10,000
    Medical Insurance$74
    Total$30,400

    The CIEE fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing, orientation, cultural activities, field trips, pre-departure advising, a host institution student card, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.



    Estimated Additional Costs

    The estimated additional costs indicated below are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

    Transportation (round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure)$1,150
    Visa Fee$150
    Personal Expenses$6,000
    Meals$4,000
    Books and Supplies$400
    Local Transportation$1,500
    Total$13,200


  • Spring 2010 $16,900
    The CIEE fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing, orientation, cultural activities, field trips, pre-departure advising, a host institution student card, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.

    Program Fees

    This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

    Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed below.

    Educational Costs (direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students; including $300 non-refundable Participation Confirmation Fee)$12,406
    Housing$4,420
    Medical Insurance$74
    Total$16,900

    The CIEE fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing, orientation, cultural activities, field trips, pre-departure advising, a host institution student card, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.



    Estimated Additional Costs

    The estimated additional costs indicated below are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

    Meals$2,000
    Personal Expenses $3,000
    Books and Supplies$250
    Local Transportation$750
    Transportation (round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure)$950
    Visa Fee$230
    Total$7,180


Scholarship Information

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