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Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

London, England
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Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

About the Program

Live and learn—and take courses in Liberal Arts and Social Sciences—in one of the world’s great cultural capitals! Home to a diverse range of peoples and cultures, London is an ideal city in which to internationalize your education. At the CEA London Center, you'll choose courses in subjects like literature, theatre studies, art history, political science, history, and sociology, many of which are taught through a “London lens”. It's a great way to meet your major and general education requirements! You may also choose to take one or two courses at our partner, London South Bank University (LSBU), where you'll attend class alongside local and other international students and choose from a wide course list that complements and broadens the curriculum available to London students.

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Requirements

Overview

Location:

London

Dates:

1/18/18 - 5/19/18

Price:

$17,495

Credits:

12 - 15

Deadlines

Apply By:

Closed

Withdraw By:

10/27/17

Requirements

$95 Online Application Fee
Complete Application
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Eligibility

Course Prerequisites:

Some courses may have prerequisites.

Education
Completed:

High School Graduate

Minimum GPA:

2.5

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Where You'll Study

London South Bank University

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12-15

Credits

Program Structure & Courses

Choose to take courses at both the CEA London Center and LSBU, or take all of your courses at the CEA London Center. By selecting our CEA & LSBU hybrid program, you choose to take courses at both institutions. You’ll enroll in 2-4 CEA elective courses and 1-2 LSBU elective courses. By selecting our CEA London Center-only program you choose to take courses exclusively at the CEA London Center. You’ll enroll in 4-5 CEA elective courses.

CEA courses meet for 45 contact hours/3 credits; LSBU courses are worth 4 credits. You may earn up to 16 credits (up to 240 contact hours).

CEA courses may meet 1-2 times per week. LSBU courses typically meet once a week. Classes at both locations are typically held Monday - Friday. Active learning components required by your courses may be scheduled outside of your normal class time throughout the week.

Prior to departure you will select your preferred courses. You will be enrolled in courses based on their availability. Partner institution (LSBU) course lists and schedules are not finalized until you’re in London. As such, final course registration takes place on-site. It is critical to understand course availability is subject to change and courses are not guaranteed.  It is in your best interest to get several course alternates approved by your home university prior to your departure date. This will give you flexibility during registration. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.

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Courses

The following courses have been confirmed for this term. Please note, the host institution reserves the right to cancel or change courses without prior notification.

*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.

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Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Modern Art in London 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
International Business 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Communication & Global Competence * 300 En 45 3
International Media in an Urban Digital Landscape 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Creative Writing: The Streets of London 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
London through the Ages 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Photography in London 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
British Youth Culture: 1945 - Present 300 En 45 3

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Where You'll Stay

*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.

Excursions

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.

What's Included in your Program

From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in London. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.

  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Transportation Pass
  • Wellness Activities
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Excursions
  • Student Clubs & Organizations
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Official Transcript(s)

Sample Calendar

Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.

You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.

Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.

Date Description
January 18
Arrival/Program Begins

Official Program Start Date. Students must arrive at London Heathrow on this date in order to be eligible for airport pickup. Students will then be transferred to their flats.
January 21
Cultural Activity

London City Tour
January 22
Classes Begin

Classes begin at the CEA Centre on this day.
January 25
Cultural Activity

Burns Night
January 27
Excursion

CEA Excursion to Stonehenge and Bath.
January 31
Cultural Activity

Theatre Evening
February 13
Cultural Activity

Pancake Tuesday
February 17 - 18
Excursion

CEA Excursion to York.
February 22
Cultural Activity

Street Art Tour
March 03
Excursion

CEA Excursion to Windsor Castle.
March 07
Cultural Activity

Jack the Ripper Tour
March 15
Cultural Activity

Climb the Monument
March 17
Cultural Activity

St Patrick's Day
March 23
Cultural Activity

Late Night at the Tate
March 26 - April 06
School Break

CEA Centre is closed for Spring Break. No classes will be held.
April 04
Cultural Activity

Afternoon Tea Party
April 12
Cultural Activity

Evening at the Sky Garden
May 17
Farewell Reception

CEA Farewell Reception will be held
May 18
Classes End

This is the last day of classes at the CEA Centre.
May 19
Program Ends/Move-Out

Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day.

Sample Budget

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This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.

Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.

Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.

Description Low-Cost High-Cost
Program Fee
Tuition and fees, registration, orientation, airport pickup, welcome and farewell receptions, housing, official transcript, cultural excursions/activities, student support services, CEA On-site Staff and administrative costs.
$17,495
$17,495
CEA Secure
CEASecure™ is an optional refund plan that allows students to withdraw for any covered reason up to one week before the program’s start date
$0
$475
International Airfare & Transfers
Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$800
$1,400
Immigration Requirements
Includes passport and additional requirements such as visa, entry and exit fees, French Carte de Séjour, French University Administrative Fee (if applicable), or Italian Permesso di Soggiorno.
$135
$135
Books, Materials and Supplies
Includes books, school supplies, art supplies, and course fees. Does not include fees or supplies for optional courses. This cost varies depending on the course choices of the student.
$90
$196
Meals
Includes the average expected cost for food in addition to your meal plan, such as eating out at restaurants.
$780
$1,951
Personal Expenses
Includes telephone, laundry, local transportation, personal necessities and upfront payments for potential doctor visits. Please note, certain locations may require deposits to secure spots in CEA organized activities and excursions (deposits are returned at the end of the program if student attends activities/excursions or cancels participation before set deadlines). Some of these costs vary according to the spending habits of the student.
$2,276
$3,902
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$650
$2,927
TOTAL EXPENSES $22,226 $28,481