Arts+Sciences (Westminster)

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Dates

Sep 12 - Dec 14, 2024

13 weeks

Costs

$25,950 See Full Breakdown

Credit

15 semester hours

22.5 quarter hours

Eligibility

Application Deadline

May 1, 2024

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Dates

Sep 14 - Dec 16, 2023

13 weeks

Costs

$24,950 See Full Breakdown

Credit

15 semester hours

22.5 quarter hours

Eligibility

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Dates

Sep 14, 2023 - May 18, 2024

35 weeks

Costs

$50,360 See Full Breakdown

Credit

15 semester hours

22.5 quarter hours

Eligibility

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Bring your passion for media, communications, business, and related fields to London for practical learning at CIEE's partner school, the University of Westminster. Take classes alongside British students, and even add an optional internship at a British company alongside your academic courses to gain real-world work experience abroad.

Outside the classroom, all your courses will be complemented with co-curricular activities and excursions organized by CIEE beyond the city to enhance classroom learning and provide intercultural understanding. Join us during your time at Westminster to experience all that England's capital – and most famous – city has to offer!

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Unique Experiences

STUDY IN ONE OF LONDON’S PRIME AREAS

with easy access to museums, historical treasures, shopping, restaurants, and more.

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF

a highly respected media, arts, and design department with state-of-the-art studios for radio, television, and arts.

POWER UP YOUR RESUME

and earn credit by optionally interning at a British company.

6,138

RESTAURANTS

8,500

RED DOUBLE-DECKER BUSES

COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES

Your Destination

London has a history stretching back to the Romans, four World Heritage sites, leading museums and plenty of green spaces. A contemporary global city, London is home to almost 9 million people from all over the world. A major financial center and leading hub for the arts, London has many eclectic neighborhoods to discover. 

CIEE London is within walking distance of all the tourist highlights of the city but it is also tucked away in the University district. Located in a beautiful Georgian square just moments from the British Museum and 10 minutes from Trafalgar Square and its art galleries, CIEE London has a lounge, cafe and study areas. It is right at the heart of central London and the perfect place for exploring the city. In the Center, you are a 10-minute walk from the British Library, a 15-minute walk from seeing the free-ranging pelicans in St James’s Park, and a 20-minute walk to the London Eye. Our students walk, take the bus or London’s Underground tube.

CIEE wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. Local CIEE staff have provided details about conditions and cultural attitudes that students with specific identities might encounter in London.

The Culture

Excursions & Activities

Join one of our exciting day trips outside of London: now’s your chance to see Oxford, Cambridge, Brighton, or Bath!
Visit London’s highlights including  the Houses of Parliament, the Tower of London, the British Museum, East London’s street art scene, and more.
Sail down the Thames and visit Greenwich, where you can have one foot in the Western Hemisphere and the other in the East.
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 opting to intern at a British company, like AMP Publicity, Eurosport, HOK, Killik & Co., or New Century Media.

Program Blogs

From CIEE

3 Favorite Food/Dessert Spots in London

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

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From CIEE

3 things I love about London

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Abigail Sekyere 1. I really loved how walkable London was. My friends and I would often walk around to places that we wished to go because everything was pretty... keep reading

From CIEE

CIEE Study Abroad Housing Options: Everything You Need to Know

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

If you’re considering a study abroad program, it’s likely that you’re also thinking about your housing options! While you’re anticipating exciting courses and foreign country exploration, having a better understanding... keep reading

What People are Saying

"It’s a great experience, and it allows you to fully immerse in the culture"

Sam L., Wheaton College (IL)
"The program was well-organized and provided me with all of the relevant information throughout the program."

Taylor C., California Lutheran University

Housing & Meals

HOUSING

CIEE London offers a range of housing options, including residence halls or shared apartments, to ensure you're comfortable in your home away from home. All housing options are located in neighborhoods with convenient access to public transportation, shops, cafés, and eateries.

Standard Housing: Includes a compact double studio room at a student residence hall or a double room within a shared apartment. Shared apartments feature a kitchen, bathroom, common areas, and laundry facilities shared with other students. Residence halls boast common areas, a small kitchen, shared bathroom, and laundry facilities. Housing is located under 45 minutes from CIEE London.

Select Housing: Includes a double studio room at a student residence hall, with an en-suite bathroom and a shared kitchen. The residence hall boasts common areas, study rooms, and laundry facilities shared with other students. The residence hall is located approximately 30 minutes from CIEE London. Select housing requires an additional fee.

A note: Housing is on a first-come, first-served basis. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we’ll let you know before you arrive.

MEALS

Meals are not provided - students will have the facilities to prepare basic meals. This may not be a full kitchen, but students can make their own food.

Students can also take advantage of a rich variety of cafes and restaurants within walking distance.

CIEE London

Meals

A full English breakfast.

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Standard residence hall

Double studio room

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Standard residence hall

Lounge area

Standard apartment

Double room

Standard apartment

Living room

Select residence hall

Lounge area

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Select residence hall

Bedroom

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Academics

University 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.

GPA

Students must have a GPA of at least 2.7

Students who plan to take courses in communications, design, or media need a GPA of at least 3.0

Language Requirements

There are no specific language requirements for this program.

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.

Requirements

All students must enroll in 3 courses for a total of 15 U.S. credits

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 notional hours

Academic Culture

Students notice striking differences in the British model, which is less structured and requires students to take more responsibility and initiative. The CIEE staff supports students as they adapt to this new style. Teaching methods include a blend of lectures, group seminars, and practical work, and tutorial support is available for all students.

Class Format

Students take University of Westminster classes with British students as well as other CIEE and international students. Courses are taught by faculty from University of Westminster.

Grading

Assessment varies by course and department but usually is based on a combination of assignments and exams. Some classes require group work and presentations, allowing students to work closely with peers. Fall students complete papers or exams early in lieu of the final exam in mid-January (please check with your advisor before applying to ensure credit will be accepted for this schedule). Spring students take exams with Westminster students. Academic year students are assessed for both fall and spring courses in June with Westminster students.

Language of Instruction

English

Course Information

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.

UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER

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.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple CIEE sites.

Scholarships & Grants

CIEE offers 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.

Dates & Fees

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.

Program	Application Due	Start Date	End Date	Fees & Housing
Program Spring 2024 18 weeks	Application Due Deadline Passed	Start Date January 11, 2024	End Date May 18, 2024	Fees & Housing $26,750
Program Fall 2024 13 weeks	May 1, 2024	Start Date September 12, 2024	End Date December 14, 2024	Fees & Housing $25,950
Program Fall 2023 13 weeks	Application Due Deadline Passed	Start Date September 14, 2023	End Date December 16, 2023	Fees & Housing $24,950
Program Academic year 2023-2024 35 weeks	Application Due Deadline Passed	Start Date September 14, 2023	End Date May 18, 2024	Fees & Housing $50,360

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, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.

Program Fees

CIEE 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 protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation = $300^*

Educational Costs = $19,256^**

Housing = $7,000

Insurance = $194

Total Fees = $26,750

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee = $1,568^†

International Airfare = $1,250^††

Local Transportation = $600

Books & Supplies = $200

Visa Fees = $0^†††

Personal expenses = $250^††††

Total Costs = $3,868

Optional Housing

CIEE accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee:

Select Housing Fee = $750^{^}

Financial Aid

CIEE 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.

^*non-refundable

^**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

^†For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.

^††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

^†††Unless a student is completing an internship, there are no visa fees for academic programs under six months in the UK for US-passport holders. US-passport holders stay in the UK on a Visitor visa.

^††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries

^{^}first-come, first serve, based on availability

Program Fees

Participation Confirmation = $300^*

Educational Costs = $18,956^**

Housing = $6,500

Insurance = $194

Total Fees = $25,950

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee = $1,155^†

International Airfare = $1,250^††

Local Transportation = $600

Books & Supplies = $200

Visa Fees = $0^†††

Personal expenses = $190^††††

Other = $161^{†††††}

Total Costs = $3,556

Financial Aid

^*non-refundable

^**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

^†For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.

^††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

^††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries

^{†††††}Covid test fees for entry to the US, if required

Program Fees

Participation Confirmation = $300^*

Educational Costs = $19,203^**

Housing = $5,250

Insurance = $197

Total Fees = $24,950

Estimated Costs

Students 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 = $100

Visa Fees = $130^††

Personal expenses = $3,000

Other = $161^†††

Total Costs = $7,841

Financial Aid

^*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

^†††Covid test fees for entry to the US, if required

Program Fees

Participation Confirmation = $300^*

Educational Costs = $37,613^**

Housing = $12,250

Insurance = $197

Total Fees = $50,360

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee = $4,168^†

International Airfare = $1,250^††

Local Transportation = $1,200

Books & Supplies = $300

Visa Fees = $130^†††

Personal expenses = $3,250^††††

Other = $161^{†††††}

Expenses during break = $900^{††††††}

Total Costs = $11,359

Optional Housing

CIEE accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee:

Select Housing Fee = $750^{^}

Financial Aid