Academic Study Abroad

Middlesex University

Composed of England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales, the United Kingdom is one of the world's oldest superpowers. With a long history of famous monarchs, the country remains a relevant part of today's pop culture. The UK is full of diversity, both ethnic and religious, which is a haven for a multitude of different cultures. Keeping with this theme, international business is a major asset to the local economy.

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.

London’s world-class transportation system turns this large, bustling metropolis into a centralized, easily accessible city with everything you need located conveniently under your thumb. In addition, cheap flights between London and other major European cities make it an ideal hub for exploring the rest of Europe. Situated on the Thames River, London is a center for global economics and a leading player in international business and science (not to mention the great rock music). Historic sights like Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey are spread between the modern, culturally diverse shops and restaurants that make London one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the World.

London is home to some of the top Universities in all of academia and AmeriSpan’s partner, Middlesex University, has received numerous international honors and awards, especially for their work as a study abroad provider. Spread across 5 unique campuses in Northern London, Middlesex is world-renowned for its excellent faculty and for providing a solid, broad Liberal Arts education. Study Abroad Students have the opportunity to select courses from Middlesex’ entire catalog, making it easy to transfer credits in areas not offered by your home institution.

School 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. The student residencies are conveniently located near campus and offer basic single study bedrooms with internet connection points and shared bathroom and kitchens. 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.

Requirements: Minimum 3.0 grade point average and 1 year of study at an Institution of Higher Education.

Transcript & Credit: Upon completion of your semester abroad in London, an official Middlesex transcript will be sent directly to your home institution. Middlesex University is accredited by the UK's Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education.

Course Listing:
Middlesex Course Listing
Middlesex Grade Conversion Chart

Other Program Notes: * All courses are subject to availability and additional entrance requirements. Please speak with an AmeriSpan representative when making your course selections.

* The credit system is a little different in the UK. Most semester courses at Middlesex will earn you 15 credit points, which translates to 3 credits at most US Institutions. Most study abroad students will enroll in 4-5 courses, or 60-75 Middlesex credits: which will translate to 12-15 credits at your home institution.

* The Middlesex Grading system is based on a scale of 1-20: 1 being the highest score and 20 being the lowest score. (See the Grade Conversion chart above)