Univeristy of Wales, Swansea
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| Swansea Campus |
Program Information
Location
Participants will be based at the University of Wales, Swansea, only two minutes walk from the beach and a magnificent sandy bay. The University offers a well-rounded academic program with a healthy balance of courses in arts, social sciences, science and engineering.
Swansea is among the twenty largest cities in Britain. It is especially known for its Maritime Quarter, which has become a model for other European maritime developments. Just west of the city is the Gower Peninsula, an area renowned for its secluded bays, cliffs, valleys and sandy coves.
Fall Semester in Wales provides students with a unique opportunity for cultural immersion by including features which promote integration into the University of Wales and larger Swansea community.
The Internship
Optional internships are available in a variety of fields including broadcasting, business and marketing, health sciences, journalism, local government, and law. Placements in science and engineering can also be arranged on request.
The Homestay
Participants will stay with a British family during the initial two weeks of the program.
Class on British Politics and Society
At the outset of the program participants will enroll in an intensive three-week class to introduce them to the forces which have shaped Britain’s social and political development since 1945. Syllabus includes two to three field trips.
University of Wales Coursework
Students will register for an additional two to three classes from the University of Wales course catalog.
Credit
Participants can expect to earn 10-14 semester hours of transfer credit for the program, depending upon classes selected and subject to departmental approval. While it may be possible for students to arrange for credit to be awarded for the internship, this is not guaranteed.
Housing
At the completion of the home stay students will be housed in self-catering accommodations at the University of Wales Student Village at Hendrefolian.
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| A birds-eye view of Swansea Campus |
Application Information
Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum sophomore standing.
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
- Minimum age of 18.
Application Deadline
Deadline for application is April 1st. All application materials are available from the International Center.
Application Process
- Students must submit a complete application, including a personal statement, two reference forms, and a photocopy of the first page of their passport.
- The application and $500 initial program payment should be presented or mailed to the Cashier's Window, 165 Student Services Building. (Please be sure to include your U of U ID number). The cashier will issue a receipt and stamp your application "Paid." Return the application materials to the International Center. All applications will be reviewed by the International Center staff to determine eligibility. Applicants will be notified by mail of their acceptance into the program.
- Additional materials, including a payment schedule and orientation information, will subsequently be mailed to all participants.
- If an applicant is determined ineligible for program participation the $500 payment will be refunded in full.
- Questions about the application process? Contact the International Center.
Pre-departure Orientation
Participants must attend pre-departure orientations held to provide program and cultural information. Participants will be contacted when these are arranged.
Insurance
Participants will be required to carry personal health and accident insurance which must be applicable abroad.
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| Students enjoying a drink after classes |
Financial Information
Program Cost
$7,200
Includes: Tuition, internship, 2-week home stay, 12 weeks accommodation at UW Student Village, 2-3 field trips, and Swansea bus pass.
Does Not Include: Airfare, passport, books, health insurance (required), meals at UW Student Village, personal expenses and independent travel.
Refund Policy
$200 is non-refundable. Refunds for withdrawal from the program will be determined by the International Center according to recoverability of incurred costs.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Most U of U financial aid (student loans, grants, etc.) can be applied to the program cost for students taking at least 6 credit hours. For U of U students, there are also several Intellectual Exploration Study Abroad Scholarships available. See the International Center for more information.
Field Trips
The program cost includes at least two field trips offered in conjunction with the mini-course.
Independent Travel
Students who travel outside the program will do so at their own expense. The American Studies Exchange Office has a small travel library and the University of Wales Travel Shop can give participants advice on the independent travel arrangements.
Flight Arrangements
Participants should plan to make their own flight arrangements. It is possible, contingent on program interest, that a group flight will be offered. Should this occur students will be informed at the first pre-departure orientation.
Contact Us
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Study Abroad Advisor |
