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CIS, the Center for International Studies offers you an opportunity to spend summer studying a range of courses at Middlesex University in north London, living in the one of the most dynamic cities in the world, and fulfilling credit requirement toward your degree in the U.S. The CIS London Summer Program is integrated into Middlesex University's already well established summer school. In addition to the nearly 120-140 different courses offered during the intense six week period, there is a social and cultural program that helps to integrate you into life in London. The social program includes Saturday coach trips to Bathe, Stonehenge, Windsor, Hampton Court, the theatre and more. You'll wrap up your summer with a river cruise on the Thames.

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The summer school at Middlesex University includes courses drawn from across the university's wide ranging curriculum. Students may enroll in one or two courses at Middlesex during the six week period (see Program Fee information below for costs). Many of the subjects are taught over five weeks, although some are taught more intensively (from one to three weeks in length) and meet from 7-8 hours per week. Courses are offered during the day and evenings, Monday through Friday, giving you flexibility in your scheduling. Students are required to be on campus for their final assessment and examination week. Assessment varies from subject to subject, but most courses are based on a combination of coursework and a final project or exam. As the UK system demands more from students outside the classroom, each course is worth between 5-10 U.S. credits.

There are a variety of subjects to choose from during this summer program. You will find interesting classes in art and design, business and law, cultural studies, education, environment, marketing, performance, psychology, computer information systems, health, history, politics, humanities, languages, literature, film, and the social sciences. Popular courses include Performing London, Multi-Faith London, Black London, and History & Architecture of London.

Click here to look over the course offerings for summer. (The page will open in a new window. Close window to return to CIS Middlesex page)

Learn more about a fantastic course: Black London at Middlesex Summer School (The link will open a .pdf document. Close window to return to CIS Middlesex page)

This course introduces some of the key aspects of the histories, politics and cultures of London’s African and Caribbean populations and allows students to explore issues of cultural diversity in modern Britain. It is based at Middlesex University’s north London campus providing an ideal base in the capital, which has become home to
the majority of Britain’s African and Caribbean populations, as well as a
substantial proportion of those originating from South Asia.

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Program dates for Middlesex Summer program in London can be found by clicking here, but please check with CIS for finalized dates. After arrival, you will be given a thorough orientation to the campus and London. Final exams will take place during the last week of the program and you are required to be on campus.

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The 2007 program fee for the Summer in London program are as follows: for one subject, $5,150.00 and for two subjects it is $5,900.00. The fee includes the following:

Application processing
Airport reception and transportation to your accommodation
Academic advice and personal support
24-hour emergency assistance
Room and board - single room with 10 meals per week.
Tuition for five to ten credits
University and city orientation
Cultural Excursions
Official Transcript from Middlesex University

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Both undergraduate and graduate students with a 2.50 GPA are eligible for the Summer Abroad. A $50.00 application fee is due with the application materials. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, but the final day to apply is the 15th of May. Please note that enrollment is limited and spaces will be confirmed on a first come, first served basis. Click here to download the CIS Summer Program Application.

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