PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS 

• Experience the historic feel of the quaint city of Chester while being centrally based in the UK, providing access to affordable travel to other bucket list destinations. 

• University of Chester offers coursework in unique fields of study including Animal Behavior Sciences, as well as a range of options in Business, Social Sciences, and Sports Studies. 

• Thrive at an institution known for offering ample emotional and learning support, while also having access to a wide array of student identity-based organizations. 

• University of Chester’s business program is AACSB, ACU, and NWUA accredited. 

LIFE ABROAD  

Embrace living in one of the top ranked cities in the UK for student support while also taking in the picturesque scenery of Chester, resembling Shakespeare’s England!  

LIVE 

Stay in a furnished one-person room in an on-campus student house that has shared bathrooms and a full kitchen to use alongside five other housemates. Connect with new friends from all over the world in a community of 14 self-contained houses that offer accommodation for 84 students. 

DINE 

Indulge in must-try local dishes such as Cheshire cheese (the oldest in England), Chester Pork Pie (short crust meat pie with pork, apples, and spices), and Chester Steamed Pudding (filled with breadcrumbs and black current jam). ISEP students receive a meal stipend to purchase groceries and cook in a full kitchen provided with housing. Grab a bite at one of the nearby on-campus eateries between classes or when in a hurry!  

EXPERIENCE 

Connect with the campus community at an institution known for its outstanding student support through coordinated excursions including nature walks on a local beach or traveling to Liverpool. University of Chester offers additional social activities that international students can sign up for such as a welcome buffet, history tour of Chester, or a trip to a roller rink.  Join an interest or identity-based campus organization through the Students’ Union such as the LGBTQ+ Society, Disney Society, Neurodivergent Society, African Students Society, Indian Society, or the K-Pop Society.  

EXPLORE 

Stroll along the cobblestone streets of Chester while visiting scenic and cultural staples like the Chester Market, Governor’s Park, River Dee, and the Storyhouse (a popular theatre, cinema, and library). Take a trip just outside the city to visit nearby attractions such as Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience, or spend a few hours traveling by train to Glasgow, Edinburgh, or the world-renowned Stonehenge. 

THRIVE  

University of Chester is recognized as a leading institution for student support in the UK, providing regular check-ins with visiting students and a cultural adjustment course. The staff connects students to learning support, wellbeing and mental health resources, and inclusive identity-based campus organizations. 

What We Love About Chester 

University of Chester offers students a unique opportunity to experience the historical wonders in the city, while also having access to outstanding campus support. Chester is an affordable program option for students interested in the UK and provides a welcoming setting for first-time international travelers.  

Program Website

Course Description

Credits Earned 

Students who complete the program in good standing can expect to take 3 modules (classes) which ISEP recommends is the equivalent of 30 ECTS or 15 U.S. Credit Hours. Each course will typically be worth 10 or 20 UK credits.  

If you use financial aid, please speak with a qualified financial aid advisor to understand your academic obligations and the requirements for using financial aid.

Starting Autumn 2025 teaching on University of Chester's undergraduate-level modules will change from year-long delivery to termly delivery in 10-week teaching blocks. 

In each term, students students are required to take the mandatory LD5101 “Intercultural Experiential Learning” module worth 20 UK credits as well as either one 40 credit module or two 20 credit modules of their choosing. Chester offers a wide breadth of subjects to study, so with that in mind it is essential to mark key courses on the course request list with this compulsory module. This will facilitate students getting the best out of their exchange term. 

The foundation principles of the LD5101 are pedagogically based on aspects of Identity Psychology, Intercultural competence, History, Development, Politics  and International Relations . The principal purpose of this module is to encourage the student to reflect upon their personal experiences as a study abroad student and how these experiences impact the student’s perceptions of identity, culture and history. The course  will nurture a critical evaluation of the influence of relationships on the world stage and how diversity shapes society and the individual. This requires them to assess their own thoughts, actions and activities throughout their time at the University of Chester. In order to achieve this, the module will encompass: journaling for reflection; models of reflection and writing for reflection. The module will also examine: experiential learning models; skills required for self-directed experiential learning; the psychology of culture shock; self-identity and intercultural awareness; cross-cultural issues and sensitivity.  The course help the student to focus upon their traveling experiences and turn them into constructive learning experiences. With this in mind there are  a number of  facilitated field trips and of course independent adventures, that the student can review systematically.

*students are opted in for ML5108 but may discuss dropping the module with exceptional circumstances.

Sample Classes Available: 

Business

Philosophy & Religious Studies

Psychology

Sports Studies

Liberal Arts & Sciences

Global Business Environment

The Bible: Contents and Contexts

Core Topics in Psychology

Measurement and Evaluation in Sport and Exercise Physiology

Poetry: Other Voices, Other Forms

Event Tourism

Spirituality and Popular Culture

The Secrets of the Brain

Contemporary Issues in Sport

Kill Bill: Representing Trauma

Marketing Management

God in Christian Theology and Philosophy

Forensic and Criminal Psychology

Issues in Physical Education

Introduction to the Archaeology of the British Isles

Weddings, Sports, & Cultural Events

Studying Contemporary Religion: Anthropological and Sociological Approaches

Psychological Therapies

Sports Coaching and Pedagogy

Africa and the World

International Business Operations

Jews, Christians, and Pagans (168 BCE-132 CE)

Psychology of Community and Social Action

Biomechanics and Notational Analysis in Sport

Exploring Global Cultures and Societies

For detailed instructions on how to search for all available courses, please click on the "other academic conditions" dropdown link below.

You can obtain an idea of study possibilities by going to the study abroad course options

Website for Course Availability

ISEP STUDENT SERVICES OFFICER Amanda Ewert 703-504-9986 | aewert@isep.org Thank you for your interest in ISEP Study Abroad! I’m your Student Services Officer and main point of contact here at ISEP. As you search for programs, I’ll be available to answer any questions you might have. Feel free to contact me at any point in your search process for help, tips or advice.

Academics

Undergraduate
(in English)

Fields of Study

  • Biology

  • Business:

    Accounting Economics Finance International Business/Trade/Commerce Marketing

  • Computer and Information Sciences

  • Education

  • Engineering

  • English Language and Literature

  • Foreign Languages and Literatures

  • History

  • Hospitality and Tourism

  • Language and Culture

  • Law/Criminal Justice

  • Mathematics

  • Philosophy and Religious Studies Recommended!

  • Physical Sciences

  • Psychology Recommended!

  • Social Sciences

  • Sports Studies Recommended!

  • Visual and Performing Arts

Academic Requirements

  • U.S. GPA: 2.75 or higher
  • TOEFL iBT Score: 79
  • TOEFL Writing Score: 17
  • TOEFL Reading Score: 18
  • TOEFL Listening Score: 17
  • TOEFL Speaking Score: 20
  • IELTS Score: 6
  • IELTS Writing Score: 5.5
  • IELTS Reading Score: 5.5
  • IELTS Listening Score: 5.5
  • IELTS Speaking Score: 5.5

Special Application Instructions

The following subject areas require department approval to register for modules:

Art & Design

Chemical Engineering

Computer Science

History and Archaeology

Law

Mathematics

Physics

·        PASSPORT: All students must have a valid passport to participate in this program. If you do not have a valid passport, we suggest you start the application process as soon as possible.

VISA/RESIDENCE PERMIT: All students, regardless of visa status will need to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) prior to their program arrival date. Most students attending this program will be required to obtain a visa/residence permit prior to or upon arrival. For more information on the process and estimated cost of the ETA and visa/residence permit, please review the ISEP Country Handbook here. 

Special Needs Support

  • Mental Health
  • Mobility
  • Hearing
  • Visual
  • Speech
  • Learning

Other Academic Conditions

Students Arrive: mid-September (autumn), late January (spring)

Classes Start: mid-September (autumn), late January (spring)

Classes End: mid-December (autumn), mid-June (spring)

Exams: mid-December (autumn), early April and mid-June (spring)

Students are responsible for staying until the end of the semester and may not leave before the final date of their semester exams. Neither ISEP nor Chester can guarantee an early departure; leaving early may result in a failing exam grade and/or forfeit of credit.

TOEFL is not accepted for full year students. IELTS scores are required to study at Chester for the full year per immigration requirements. The University of Chester also accepts the following test scores:

-Cambridge B2: First Grade B

-Cambridge C1 Advanced: Any grade

-Cambridge C2 Proficiency: Any grade

Although you will be able to choose from most modules running, please still choose alternatives as not all modules work together and some departments have caps on student numbers. This is particularly important as our modules are set up to work within the British system of a very subject focused degree throughout. So if you cross subject areas your classes may clash, so you will need to select back up modules. We will endeavour to help you create the best course for your time abroad. 

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