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London, England

Study Program

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Tentative Dates

Sep 18 - Dec 13, 2025

12 weeks

Costs

$27,950 See Full Breakdown

Credit

12 - 16 semester hours

18 - 24 quarter hours

Eligibility

3.0 Overall GPA

Application Deadline

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Tentative Dates

Sep 18, 2025 - Jun 21, 2026

40 weeks

Credit

12 - 16 semester hours

18 - 24 quarter hours

Eligibility

3.0 Overall GPA

Application Deadline

The application deadline has passed.

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Tentative Dates

Jan 9 - Jun 21, 2026

23 weeks

Costs

$27,950 See Full Breakdown

Credit

12 - 16 semester hours

18 - 24 quarter hours

Eligibility

3.0 Overall GPA

Application Deadline

October 1, 2025

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Your Fine Arts, Media and Communications program in London lasts a full semester. You will enroll in a combination of ��ý courses and host institution courses. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in British culture. Live and learn in London!

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Unique Experiences

Explore the city sights

aboard one of London’s infamous red double-decker buses

Enjoy the film institute

on the banks of the river Thames

Visit museums after dark

for a full “Night at the Museum” experience

Your Destination

London is the United Kingdom’s dynamic capital, celebrated for its vibrant arts scene, influential media landscape, and rich cultural heritage. The city seamlessly blends historic tradition with modern creativity, offering world-class museums, cutting-edge galleries, and major global media hubs. Whether you are studying fine arts, media, communications, or film, London provides top-tier academics and endless opportunities to connect with industry professionals. With its energetic nightlife, diverse cuisine, and fast-paced urban life, London is the perfect place to study abroad.

Program Highlights

Academic Courses: Choose from ��ý courses and host institution courses.
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.

Excursions & Activities

��ý’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:

Participate in a secret London tour to Brick Lane, Brixton, and Chinatown
Take day trips with ��ý to Oxford, Cambridge, Bath, and Brighton
Enjoy jazz nights, poetry readings, and steel panning workshops

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at ��ý's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.  

Program Blogs

From ��ý

Studying Abroad in London

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at ��ý

By: Marina Thalasinos Studying abroad at Queen Mary University of London, through the Arts and Sciences program, was truly one of the greatest experiences of my life. London is a... keep reading

From ��ý

My Journey Abroad

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at ��ý

By: Ava Ortiz Once my housing plans fell through for this 2024-2025 school year, I started to consider going abroad. But I didn’t know if this was something for me... keep reading

From ��ý

How Studying Abroad in London Changed My Life

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at ��ý

By: Leela Prodhan When I learned in high school that studying abroad was a thing college students could do, I was immediately hooked. To me, studying abroad seemed like the... keep reading

Housing & Meals

Housing

��ý London offers a range of housing options, including residence halls or shared apartments, to ensure you're comfortable in your home away from home. All housing options are located in neighborhoods with convenient access to public transportation, shops, cafés, and eateries.  

Standard Housing: Double accommodation in dorm-style studio with bunk beds and shared kitchen facilities within a 45-minute commute to ��ý Center.

Select Housing: Double accommodation in a shared apartment with fully equipped kitchen, spacious living areas and within a 25-minute commute to ��ý Center.

A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive. Non-standard housing options require an additional fee that can be found in the program Dates and Fees.

Meals

Meals are not included. Students prepare their own meals in their own kitchenette or the residence hall’s shared kitchen facilities. ��ý provides basic cooking utensils and cleaning supplies. There is also a wide range of restaurants and cafes located nearby. 

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Academics

��ý London: Study in the Bloomsbury district, one of London’s most vibrant neighborhoods set in the academic and literary heart of the city. ��ý 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 the Arts, London (UAL) was established in 2004. It drew six colleges under its umbrella, each of which had its own beginning in the 19th century. UAL now has 19,000+ students both homegrown and international and it is world ranked at #2 for Art and Design. UAL’s six colleges include Central Saint Martins, London College of Communications, London College of Fashion, Chelsea College of Arts, Camberwell College of Arts, and Wimbledon College of Arts.

GPA

3.0

Language Requirements

There are no specific language requirements for this program.

Immigration/Entry Requirements

Visa Required: No. A visa isn not required, however, participants must enroll in Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) prior to arrival in the UK. ETA application is completed online.

Additional Requirements

To be considered, students must have completed one year of undergraduate study at their home institution and they can study at UAL on this program for a single semester or a whole year.   

Please refer to the detailed Program Essential Eligibility Criteria.

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for ��ý courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors. Your study abroad advisor and ��ý staff can help you understand your course options if you don't see a recommendation that fits your course needs.

Requirements

Students select their chosen college of study from the six available at UAL. Then, from that college's offering, they choose an academic pathway. Students take any mandatory courses and elective options, including ��ý electives, to achieve 12-16 U.S. credits.

Please Note: During the Fall term, students take a total of 12-15 U.S. credits. Some UAL pathways will not provide 12 U.S. credits in the Fall semester. Students should check their credit load carefully and then elect to take ��ý course Contemporary Britain at ��ý London to meet the credit requirements of the program.

Program Credit

Spring Term: 12-16 U.S. semester/18-24 quarter credits. 
Fall Term: 12-15 U.S. semester/18-22.5 quarter credits

Course Credit

UAL Courses: 1-2 U.S. semester/1.5-3 quarter credits; 40-80 notional hours 
��ý Courses: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact hours

Academic Culture

At UAL, students will notice striking differences in the British model, which is less structured and requires students to take more responsibility and initiative. The ��ý staff supports students as they adapt to this new style. Teaching methods include a blend of lectures, group seminars, and practical work, and tutorial support is available for all students. ��ý’s courses combine in-class work with co-curricular excursions that develop the students’ intercultural understanding and promote their immersion in their host culture.

Class Format

Classes at UAL are typically scheduled Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Most courses combine lectures with excursions and visits to industries as part of the work of the class. Courses taught at ��ý London are typically for ��ý students only, and attendance is strictly enforced both for classes and required co-curricular excursions. Students should expect an average of two hours of preparation required for each hour in class. Instruction is supported and augmented online with our learning management system, Canvas.

Grading

Assessment for UAL varies by course and department but usually is based on a combination of assignments and exams. Some classes require group work and presentations, allowing students to work closely with peers. The U.S. grading scale of A-F is used for ��ý classes. Students are graded on the basis of attendance, class participation, homework, individual project work, presentations, and examinations. Learning outcomes assessment is continuous through personal reflections, evaluation feedback, self-assessment, and requirements as set out in course syllabi.

Language of Instruction

English

Course Information

Social Sciences

Course

Language

Semester Credit

Course

Language English

Semester Credit 3

Social Sciences

Course

Language

Semester Credit

Course

Language English

Semester Credit 3

Students need to choose a pathway, among several dozen pathways available, and take the mandatory course(s) in that pathway. In addition to any mandatory course(s), students also select elective courses to fulfill their course load.

The list below sets out all the disciplines offered at UAL. Each discipline has its own portfolio of courses. Once the student has selected their chosen discipline and College, they can then select the courses they would like to study.

UAL and ��ý London is on hand to offer advice on this, and students should consult the following website to browse options within each discipline:

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Each of these options has their own array of modules to choose from: 

Central Saint Martins:
London College of Communications:
Chelsea College of Art:
Further options at Wimbledon, the London College of Fashion and Camberwell College of Arts can be viewed via

For select courses, students are required to submit a portfolio of work. This may be art, fashion designs, multimedia projects, pieces of journalism, short films, etc. There is significant guidance available for prospective students on UAL’s website.

Students are encouraged to discuss their choices with their home institution advisor and ��ý prior to applying.

Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between ��ý and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at ��ý's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple ��ý sites.

Scholarships & Grants

��ý offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.

Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:

Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
��ý Gilman Go Global Grant
MSI Grant

To be considered, submit the ��ý Scholarships & Grants application within your ��ý program application.

Learn more about scholarships

Dates & Fees

You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with ��ý, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.

Program	Application Due	Start Date	End Date	Fees & Housing
Program Fall 2025 12 weeks	Application Due Deadline Passed	Start Date September 18, 2025 ^*	End Date December 13, 2025 ^*	Fees & Housing $27,950
Program Academic year 2025-2026 40 weeks	Application Due Deadline Passed	Start Date September 18, 2025 ^*	End Date June 21, 2026 ^*
Program Spring 2026 23 weeks	October 1, 2025	Start Date January 9, 2026 ^*	End Date June 21, 2026 ^*	Fees & Housing $27,950

^*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.

To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via ��ý's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.

Program Fees

��ý offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and ��ý iNext travel protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation	$300 ^*
Educational Costs	$21,456 ^**
Housing	$6,000 ^***
Insurance	$194
Total Fees	$27,950

Optional Housing

��ý accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.

Select Housing Fee

$2,400

Financial Aid

��ý offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee	$1,203 ^†
International Airfare	$1,350 ^†�Ġ
Local Transportation	$600
Books & Supplies	$200
Visa Fees	$0 ^†�Ġ†
Personal expenses	$220 ^{†�Ġ†�Ġ}
Total Costs	$3,573

^*non-refundable fee

^**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

^***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.

^†For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.

^†�Ġround-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

^†�Ġ†Unless a student is completing an internship, there are no visa fees for academic programs under six months in the UK for US-passport holders. US-passport holders stay in the UK on a Visitor visa.

^{†�Ġ†�Ġ}$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries

Program Fees

Participation Confirmation	$300 ^*
Educational Costs	$19,456 ^**
Housing	$8,000 ^***
Insurance	$194
Total Fees	$27,950

Financial Aid

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee	$2,213 ^†
International Airfare	$1,350 ^†�Ġ
Local Transportation	$600
Books & Supplies	$200
Visa Fees	$0 ^†�Ġ†
Personal expenses	$280 ^{†�Ġ†�Ġ}
Total Costs	$4,643

^*non-refundable fee

^**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

^***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.

^†For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.

^†�Ġround-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

^{†�Ġ†�Ġ}$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries

What's Included

Tuition

Housing

Pre-departure Advising

Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions

Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet

Orientation

Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city

On-site Staff

Full-time program leadership and support in your city

Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities

Excursions and/or Study Tours

Travel Protection

��ý iNext travel protection

24/7 emergency on-site support

Our Staff

Dr. Leigh Lawrence

Academic Director

Leigh Lawrence is a native of San Diego. She completed her undergraduate degree as ASU in Chinese Languages and Literature before completing an MA in East Asian Studies at Yale...

Seán O’Donnell

Student Life Manager

Seán O’Donnell studied Anthropology at Goldsmiths – perhaps that’s why he is so good at working with students as they explore and study with us in London! He has worked...

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