Information for term Arts+Sciences (Westminster)
Application deadline, and cost information.
Overview
Click to OpenBring your passion for media, communications, business, and related fields to London for practical learning at CIEE’s partner school, University of Westminster, Britain’s first polytechnic. Take classes alongside British students and even gain real-world work experience with an internship at a British company. All courses are complemented with CIEE co-curricular activities and excursions beyond the city to enhance classroom learning and provide intercultural understanding.
Unique Experiences
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LIVE IN ONE OF LONDON’S PRIME AREAS
with easy access to museums, historical treasures, shopping, restaurants, and more.
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TAKE ADVANTAGE OF
a highly respected media, arts, and design department with state-of-the-art studios for radio, television, and arts.
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POWER UP YOUR RESUME
and earn credit interning at a British company.
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Location & Culture
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EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
- See more of the UK – England, Wales, or Scotland – with a three-day trip.
- Hit London’s highlights like as the Houses of Parliament, the Tower of London, the British Museum, East London’s street art scene, and more.
- Experience contemporary London entertainment by attending sporting events, concerts, and theater.
- Get involved on campus by joining student clubs and using the fitness facilities.
PROJECTS
Internships. Add valuable international work experience to your resume by interning at a British company, like AMP Publicity, Eurosport, HOK, Killik & Co., or New Century Media.
Daily Life
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HOUSING
Residence Hall: Students will live in either residence halls or shared apartments centrally located in Bloomsbury, Farringdon, or Kings Cross. Students will share twin or triple rooms.
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MEALS
No meals are provided in student housing but students will have access to kitchen facilities to cook their own meals.
London, England Where You'll Study
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CIEE LONDON
London
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UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER
The university has four campuses in different parts of London. Students commute to their classes and social clubs from their residences located throughout the city, no more than 30 minutes away.
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Getting Around
Students walk or take London’s Underground Tube.
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Program Details
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The program detailsUniversity of Westminster – Britain’s first polytechnic school opened in 1838 and was rededicated in 1992 as University of Westminster. Known for its innovative courses and teaching methods as well as its diversity, the university hosts 22,000 students, including 5,000 international students from more than 150 countries. Students choose from over 700 modules (courses), including London Studies, designed specifically for study abroad students.
This program is designed for students who enjoy practical learning and are particularly interested in media, communications, business, and related fields.
Academics
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OVERALL GPA
Students must have a GPA of at least 2.7
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ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Students who plan to take courses in communications, design, or media need a GPA of at least 3.0
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Courses
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Program Credit
Total credit: 15 U.S. semester/22.5 quarter credits
Course Credit
University of Westminster courses: 5 U.S. semester/7.5 quarter credits; typically 200 hours
Language of Instruction
English
Requirements
All students must enroll in 3 courses for a total of 15 U.S. credits
Course Notes
- Students whose college or university requires them to take 4 courses must provide written approval, and students must cover the additional cost.
- Internships are available through University of Westminster. Students who choose this option must still take 2 additional courses.
HOST INSTITUTION COURSES
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Below is a list of subject areas available at Westminster. For specific course listings, please refer to University of Westminster website.
School of Architecture and the Built Environment
School of Science and Technology
School of Media, Arts, and Design*
School of Social Sciences and Humanities
Westminster Business School
*Students wishing to select classes from the School of Media, Arts, and Design are required to include a portfolio of work with their application. This should consist of color photocopies, slides, photographs, or a CD representing the student’s level and suitability for the requested courses.
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
Scholarships
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CIEE offers more than $8 million in scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
- MSI Grant
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application. Learn more at the Scholarships & Grants section of our website.
See more scholarship infoDates & Fees
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You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
YOUR FEE INCLUDES:
- Tuition
- Housing
- Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
- Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
- Orientation – an introduction to British culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
- Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
- Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
- Excursions and/or Study Tours
- Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
- 24/7 emergency on-site support
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
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| Fall 2020 13 weeks | May 1, 2020 | Sep 10, 2020 | Dec 12, 2020 |
$24,150
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $18,663 ** Housing = $5,020 Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $24,150Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $2,600 International Airfare = $1,250 † Local Transportation = $600 Books & Supplies = $300 Visa Fees = $130 †† Personal expenses = $3,000 Total Estimated Costs = $7,880Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants. 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 $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students † round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure †† For some non-US passport holders only |
| Spring 2021 19 weeks | Oct 1, 2020 | Jan 10, 2021* | May 25, 2021* | |
| Academic year 2020-2021 19 weeks | May 1, 2020 | Sep 10, 2020 | TBD |
*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, ask your college or university study abroad advisor if your school charges additional fees for study abroad.
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Our Staff
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Felicity Inns
Academic Director
Felicity majored in environmental science and anthropology, obtaining her master’s degree in anthropology in the area of international education from the University of Cape Town.
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