Middlesex University in United Kingdom

School Facts

• Accredited by the UK's Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education

England has long been one of the most influential and far-reaching centers of cultural development in the world. It was the birthplace of the industrial revolution and has since been a world leader in technology and science as well as in literature and popular music. With a history reaching back to the first century, England has held on to it’s past while constantly staying on the cutting edge. Its vibrant cities with pumping nightlife and attractions, contrasted by the green and pleasant countryside make England an ideal place for any traveler. Today England is home to one of the most diverse populations in the world, offering an incredible assortment of cuisines and cultural activities.

Students will be preregistered for a regular course load of 4 classes which is equal to 16 U.S. semester credits. Students are free to select courses from across the various subject areas (except for the Drama, Theater and Dance curriculum.)

University Facilities

Study Abroad students have the opportunity to be fully immersed in the British education system by taking classes with British students at the Trent Park, Cat Hill, or Hendon campus, depending on their specific area of study. Middlesex offers all of the top notch facilities you would expect from a large University and is conveniently located in the North of London, just 20 minutes on "the Tube" from the center of the city.

Participants

A mix of local, degree-seeking students and international study abroad students.

Accommodations

Students will live in halls of residence that are either on or near Middlesex campuses. These are basic single study bedrooms with internet connection and shared bathroom and kitchens. All residences have public phones and most also have access to laundry facilities and TV lounges.