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CIEE Arts + Sciences at University of Westminster in London, England
(Directory Program)
Your Arts + Sciences program in London lasts 13 weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in host institution courses at the University of Westminster. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in British culture. Live and learn in London!
Unique Experiences
Study in one of London's prime areas
with easy access to museums, historical treasures, shopping, and restaurants
Take advantage of
a highly respected media, arts, and design department
Power up your resume
and earn credit by optionally interning at a British company
London is the United Kingdom's dynamic capital, celebrated for its rich history and vibrant arts scene. The city seamlessly blends centuries-old traditions with modern energy, offering world-class museums, historic landmarks, and striking contemporary architecture. Whether you are studying the arts or sciences, London provides top-tier academics and a thriving creative and professional industry. With its energetic nightlife, diverse cuisine, expansive parks, and fast-paced urban life, London is the perfect place to study abroad.
Housing
CIEE London offers a range of housing options, including residence halls or shared apartments, to ensure you're comfortable inyour home away from home. All housing options are located in neighborhoods with convenient access to public transportation, shops, cafés, and eateries.
Academic Courses: Enroll in host institution courses at the University of Westminster.
Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.
Optional Internship Placements: Enhance your program with an optional for-credit internship that aligns with your career aspirations.
Activities
CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in London will open doors for you to explore England's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.
Samples of past excursions and activities:
Sail down the Thames and visit Greenwich, where you can have one foot in the Western Hemisphere and the other in the East
Experience the contemporary entertainment scene by attending sporting events, concerts, and theater
Visit London’s highlights including the Houses of Parliament, the Tower of London, the British Museum, and East London’s street art scene
Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.
Academics
CIEE London: Study in the Bloomsbury district, one of London’s most vibrant neighborhoods set in the academic and literary heart of the city. CIEE London features classrooms, a student lounge, a library, a study space, a student life office, an academic advising office, a café, and a garden terrace.
University of Westminster: Britain’s first polytechnic school opened in 1838 and was rededicated in 1992 as University of Westminster. Known for its innovative courses and teaching methods as well as its diversity, the university hosts 22,000 students, including 5,000 international students from more than 150 countries. Students choose from more than 700 modules (courses), including London Studies, designed specifically for study abroad students.
View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.
Internships
As a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, London is home to various industries like fintech, marketing, and communications. Interns engage in dynamic work environments, blending professional growth with history and culture. The city's multicultural atmosphere fosters networking and collaboration, enhancing the overall experience.
Industry options include:
Business Management and Administration
Finance
Information Technology
Marketing, Sales and Service
1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!
GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!
Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.
Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation – an introduction to your academic program, plus practical information about living in your host city
Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Why CIEE
200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
Study tours and cultural activities included
Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
iNext Travel Protection included
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