Information for term Summer in London
Application deadline, and cost information.
Overview
Click to OpenStudy abroad this summer in London and immerse yourself in this trendy metropolis brimming with culture, fashion, architecture, history, and food. Earn credits toward your degree with coursework on British theatre, business, politics, art, media, and social science. Courses are taught at CIEE London and complemented with co-curricular activities designed to increase intercultural understanding.
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DESIGN YOUR IDEAL PROGRAM
with your choice of one, two, or three four-week sessions.
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BROADEN YOUR VIEW OF THE UK
with a day trip to locations like Oxford, Brighton, or Cambridge
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fans fit in Wembley Stadium
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Royal Parks in the heart of the city
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full-time workers employed in London’s tourism industry
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Location & Culture
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Your Destination
London has a history stretching back to the Romans; there are 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 hub for the arts, London also has many eclectic neighborhoods to discover.
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
- Get to know London with regular outings and activities like: exploring museums, markets, and iconic sites like Buckingham Palace, St. Paul's Cathedral, and Greenwich Observatory.
- Take a break from the city’s fast pace in one of many green spaces in and around the capital.
- Explore a historic location outside London on a day trip. Previous day trips have included: Bath, Oxford, Cambridge, or Canterbury.
Daily Life
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HOUSING
Apartments, dorms or hotels: Students share twin rooms with limited kitchen facilities. All housing is within a 30 minute commute of the CIEE London.
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MEALS
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.
London, England Where You'll Study
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CIEE LONDON
Russell Square, Bloomsbury
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Getting Around
Students commute by foot, bus, or train from housing to class.
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London Eye
Huge observation wheel giving passengers a privileged bird's-eye view of the city's landmarks.
Academics
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Students choose one, two, or three 4-week sessions and focus on Britain’s history, culture, politics, business, and more. Courses are taught by faculty from London institutions and visiting faculty from around the world. In-class work is augmented with co-curricular visits to the city’s rich variety of cultural institutions and organizations relevant to the course offering.
CIEE London is located in the heart of Bloomsbury. It sits in one of the most vibrant and student-populated neighborhoods of central London and features Georgian-architecture, classrooms, a café, and a garden terrace.
GPA
2.5
Language Prerequisites
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.
Program Requirements
All students must enroll in one CIEE course per session
Program Credit
Total credit: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits per session
Course Credit
CIEE courses: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact hours per session
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.
Academic Culture
CIEE courses are designed to follow U.S. academic culture and standards. Each course is a full semester in content, so the pace is accelerated, and the workload is demanding. To avoid falling behind, students should not plan personal travel away from London when classes are in session.
Class Format
Classes taught at CIEE London are for CIEE students only. Classes are scheduled Monday-Friday and attendance is strictly enforced for both classes and required co-curricular excursions. The class typically features a combination of traditional lecture, discussion, and co-curricular activities. Heavy emphasis is placed on student participation. Students should expect an average of two hours of preparation for each hour in class. Instruction is supported and augmented online by our learning management system, Canvas.
Grading
The U.S. grading scale of A-F is used. Students are graded on attendance, class participation, homework, project work, presentations, and midterm and final examinations.
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.
Language of Instruction
English
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.
Courses
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Summer 2022 CIEE Courses
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Summer Session II
Summer Session III
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
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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
- CIEE Stem Scholarship
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application. Learn more at the Scholarships & Grants section of our website.
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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.
What's Included
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Our Staff
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Elizabeth Terry
Center Director
Elizabeth has over 20 years’ experience working with U.S. students in London, first as Director of the University of Delaware’s London Centre and then as the Director of the ACCENT London Study Centre.
Get Started
Here's what you need to do to take the next steps:-
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START AN APPLICATION
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CONNECT WITH YOUR CAMPUS STUDY ABROAD OFFICE
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Contact Us
Send us an email if you still have questions or need information about applying to this program.
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