Semester in London -
University of Westminster

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Elevate your life in central London

Choose Westminster to take classes right in the heart of London at an internationally recognized institution. You'll learn to navigate this bustling metropolis (and the Tube!) as you travel between the University's buildings spread throughout downtown, your residence hall, and all the other places on your bucket list. While the city will surely entertain, you can also enjoy a lively student community on campus (clubs, sports teams, etc.) alongside local and fellow international students.

What to Expect

Language(s):

English

Average Courseload:

3-4 courses (12-16 U.S. credits)

GPA Requirement:

2.70

Visa Requirement:

NONE Required!

Highlights:

Beautiful, centrally located university setting is ideal for being right in the action

An academic calendar that aligns with the US

Wide range of student-run sports teams, including soccer, rowing, basketball, tennis, and football

An independent, urban lifestyle that will find you riding the Tube on the regular

Opportunities to travel throughout the UK and Europe

After going on the Tate Modern and West End excursions with CIS Abroad, I developed a passion for the different forms of art expression. My favorite part by far was visiting different galleries, street art displays and performances, and plays.

Princess Pinamang

I really liked the anonymity of being black in London. There weren't really high expectations like I've experienced in the U.S. I still had people go up to me and be like "I love your hair" but there weren't as many expectations for how I wear my hair.

Peace Pius

Come in with an open mind, make friends, and don't pass up an opportunity to explore. I now want to go on more adventures and feel more cultured.

Alexa Valenta

I am currently a senior manager in global comms for Procter and Gamble. I actually connected with my current boss because he also had studied in London, so my study abroad experience definitely helped me land the job. My dream would eventually be to lead the UK communications team and move back to the UK. my study abroad experience was hands down the greatest time of my life.

Madeline Fink

Program Details

Semester in London - University of Westminster

University of Westminster

At the University of Westminster, you'll experience high-quality education on a 165-year-old historic campus in the heart of bustling London. The University is one of the largest in the United Kingdom. Situated in the center of London, you'll have easy access to explore the city and beyond. Plus, Westminster is famed for its international community of nearly 5,000 international students from more than 150 countries. The University recently received the Times Higher Education Award for "Outstanding Support for International Students." With the largest and longest-running U.S. study abroad programs, you'll be making the right choice.

The academic calendar follows the U.S. university calendar, so you can easily find a term that fits with your study abroad schedule. Three of the university's four campuses are superbly located in the center of London, near the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, the BBC, and the British Museum. The fourth campus enjoys a tranquil, scenic location just 20 minutes away by public transportation, or the "Tube." Student services will help you transition to life in the big city. At the same time, you'll have all the freedom to explore London and make it your home.

The 2013 QS World University Rankings ranked the University's programs in media, communications, and journalism 1st (UK), 2nd (EU), and 19th (World). The Complete University Guide (CUG) ranked the university's art and design program within the top ten in the UK (6th) for 2014.

Accreditation(s): Privy Council of the United Kingdom and Ministry of State for Universities, Science and Cities

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Semester in London - University of Westminster