Summer in London (in English) - ISEP Direct
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
• Spend 3 or 6 weeks living and studying on the beautiful University of Roehampton campus with great access to all London offers
• Take coursework in psychology, art, literature, theatre, or computer science
• Make friends during the included social events, like walking tours, quiz nights, and parties
• Join the optional excursions to Oxford, Stonehenge, and Bath
LIFE ABROAD
The University of Roehampton International Summer School is a great opportunity to continue your academic studies at a beautiful campus just six miles from London’s theater district. By joining a friendly, collegiate community — where students live, learn and socialize together — you will benefit from the University’s excellent facilities and enjoy access to London’s world-class museums, libraries, galleries and nightlife.
Excursions & Cultural Experiences
Participate in social events both on and off campus, including welcome and farewell parties, quiz nights, and walking tours. ISEP students can opt into the Roehampton Abroad Social Program for an additional fee, offering evening events around London, day trips to cultural and historic sites like Stonehenge, Oxford, and Bath, a night out in the West End theatre district, or a cruise along the Thames.
Housing & Meals
Live right on campus and walk to your classes! Choose from three housing categories, each with single occupancy bedrooms and shared facilities, typically with six local and international students. Your accommodation includes a bedroom and kitchen pack with all the essentials. Residential college membership offers activities and support to help you settle into campus life. Each residence includes on-site resident assistance, 24/7 security, and internet access. For an additional cost, choose between housing upgrades featuring private bathrooms, queen beds, and balconies.
Cook with friends in your residence hall, grab something on campus, or enjoy one of the many nearby neighborhood restaurants. The Hive Café, an ethical and environmentally friendly coffee shop, is a popular place to meet up with friends right on campus. Each of Roehampton’s four colleges offers its own dining option, and South London is brimming with street food, restaurants, coffee shops, pubs, and more. Seeking traditional fare? Be sure to try fish and chips, pie and mash, Cornish pasties, or a full English! Grocery stores, including Tesco and the Roehampton Supermarket, are within 1-2 miles of campus. Plan to spend about 200-300 GBP a month for groceries and meals out.
Explore Roehampton
Wander through art and history exhibits at nearby South London museums like the Victoria and Albert, or cheer on the local team at various sporting venues. This part of the city offers something for everyone: shopping, food, and plenty of green open spaces. Studying with us will give you the best of both worlds: the community feel of a traditional university campus, with the culture and entertainment of one of the greatest cities in the world.
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Course Description
Students are welcome to attend one or both sessions and earn a maximum of 40 UK credits.
Students should identify and rank several courses of interest within the session that they would like to attend, as courses will run according to student demand. Each year, Roehampton offers a range of courses that can be taken as part of your degree or for general interest — delivered over a three- or six-week period during June and July.
Students who complete the program in good standing can expect to earn 20-40 UK credits which ISEP recommends is the equivalent of 5-10 US credit hours. Each three-week period grants 20 UK credits / 5 US credit hours.
Please note that if you use financial aid, you may be required to earn 6 US credits to be eligible for summer aid. Please speak with a qualified financial aid advisor to understand your eligibility and the requirements for using financial aid.
The following modules have been confirmed for Summer 2024:
Summer Session One
- Business Organisations in a Global Economy
- Digital Photography Workshop
- Magic, Murder and Mystery in London Literature
- Politics in the City: London and Political Power
- Renaissance to Abstraction: History of Art in London Museums
Summer Session Two
- Gods and Heroes in Classical Mythology
- Introduction to the London Stage
- Londonpolois: Exploring the Global City
Modules will run subject to minimum enrollments.
Academics
Other Academic Conditions
Please note, students with lower GPA's will be considered on a case by case basis. Please check with your ISEP Student Services Officer prior to submitting and prepare your most current transcript along with a statement of why you feel you should be considered in spite of a lower GPA. In your statement, you may wish to address the following:
• Why you have a low GPA
• What strategies you have taken to improve this
• Whether you are intending on focusing/playing to your strengths while studying abroad (i.e. if you're good at English, you will focus on English coursework during the program)
• Is there an upward trajectory in your grades/marks
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: Most students attending this program will be required to obtain a visa/residence permit. For more information on the process and estimated cost, please review the ISEP Country Handbook here.
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