Spend a semester in the global media capital of London, England, with AIFS Abroad! Explore the social and cultural impacts of digital media while studying at the London College of Communication (LCC), the famed institution that is one of the six colleges that make up the University of the Arts London.  

Students enrolled in the Media and Communication semester program develop their understanding of emerging communication technologies through the lens of culture. The curated courses emphasize media communication, journalism, and brand storytelling with emphasis given to the impact that activism, social justice, and culture have on this field. This program is ideal for students interested in a media or communications career, or future research in these areas.

Where You'll Study

University of the Arts London (UAL) is comprised of six renowned colleges. It has a world-class reputation for innovation in Art and Design. With over 200,000 alumni all over the world, UAL is a global creative community like no other. The university has been the launchpad for the careers of many creative leaders who have gone on to help shape culture in the arts, design, fashion, communication, media and performance. The specialized teaching staff at UAL is made up of professional artists, designers, critics and theorists. By studying under their guidance, students will be following in the footsteps of many pioneers in creative fields. 

London College of Communication (LCC) is one of the six colleges that make up the world-renowned University of the Arts London. Located in Elephant and Castle, LCC showcases the role of storytelling in media, communication and design. Seen as innovators that are focused on the future, instructors and students are known for challenging the standards of communication and encouraging innovation and creativity. The institution emphasizes industry connections and encourages collaboration with local London-based media outlets and companies. Students on this program have access to unique media and communications facilities and resources including an onsite newsroom, media lab, film and television production studios, digital and analogue photography equipment; a printmaking workshop, 3D workshop and a creative technology hub.

What Makes AIFS Abroad different?

Academic Excellence

AIFS Abroad is committed to a Learn-Connect-Grow academic framework that brings together our best practices accumulated during 60 years of educating 1.6 million students. By focusing on the whole student and acknowledging the intersection of their identities, current academic needs, future goals, and the global landscape, we support students so they can thrive in our programs and beyond.

Career Readiness

Professional development is at the foundation of our preparation for participants' time abroad. We utilize the CliftonStrengths assessment as a tool to help all participants understand themselves better, provide a vocabulary around their natural talents, and deepen the impact of their experience abroad.

Cultural Engagement

As an organization we are committed to ensuring all identities are able to thrive in an inclusive global educational environment. Everyone has a complex identity, and the different aspects of your identity are important when deciding on a program and location. Review our Cultural Resources page to assist you when selecting a program that best fits your interests and needs.
General Cultural Resources

Sustainability

We are the first education abroad provider to sign on with the
Climate Action Network for International Educators (CANIE).
Focused on making education abroad carbon neutral, we include
carbon offsets for all participants' return flights, environmental
education connecting students on the ground to environmental
projects, and make our own business practices more
sustainable.