May 15 - June 20, 2009
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Program Information
Underground London: Crime and Disorder, 1720-1840
This course will explore eighteenth- and nineteenth-century London from the bottom up. Focusing on outlaws, criminals, and deviants, we will examine changing representations of the city as well as the development of genres like the criminal biography, satire, the lyric, and the novel. We will think about why some of the most graphic and compelling accounts of London focus on the city’s criminal element.
Among the many writers and artists who have imagined the dark side of London, we will consider Defoe, Gay, Hogarth, Fielding, Johnson, Blake, De Quincey, and Dickens. In addition to our readings and discussions, half of the course will be devoted to excursions in and around the city: the Museum of London, Sir John Soane’s Museum, Tate Britain, the British Museum, at least one play, and walking tours of London’s most infamous neighborhoods.
Credit Students may earn 6 hours of University of Utah credit in English 5660 (a repeatable course). Graduate students should consult the Director of Graduate Studies in the English department and the program directors to enquire about arranging graduate credit.
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| Two Students outside the University |
Faculty Courses in 2009 will be taught by Professors Andrew Franta and Scott Black of the University of Utah Department of English. Visiting faculty from Regent's Coleege and other educational institutions will contribute to the course.
Housing
Students will live in Regent’s College, a campus situated in central London in Regent’s Park. Facilities include computers and internet access, a library, a dining hall, and convenience stores. Classes will also meet in the college buildings. http://www.regents.ac.uk/
Tentative Itinerary
| Fri. May 15 | Depart U.S. |
| Sat. May 16 | Meet group in London - City Orientation |
| Mon. May 18 | Classes begin |
| Sat. June 20 | Program ends |
Independent Travel
Students who travel outside the program will do so at their own expense. The program director will be available to advise students on independent travel arrangements and historic and cultural sites to visit.
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| Students of the 2002 Program |
Application Information
Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA; 3.0 GPA in English courses.
- Minimum age of 18.
Application Deadline February 6, 2009
Late applications will be accepted with a $50 late fee for 30 days after the initial deadline of until program is full.
Application Process
- Students must submit a complete application, including a personal statement, letter of reference, and a photocopy of the identification page of their passport.Applications are available at the International Center and online.
- 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 program director and the International Center staff to determine eligibility. Applicants will be notified by email of their acceptance into the program.Non U of U students should submit their initial program payment directly to the International Center.
- Additional pre-departure materials will be emailed to all accepted participants.
- If an applicant is determined ineligible for program participation the $500 payment will be refunded in full.
- U of U students, students at other colleges or universities, alumni and qualified members of our community are welcome to apply to participate in U of U study abroad programs.
- Questions about the application process? Contact the International Center.
Pre-departure Orientation
An orientation session will be held to provide program and cultural information. Participants will be contacted when this is arranged. At this meeting you will receive travel details, as well as meet others in the group.
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| A beautiful view of London at dusk |
Financial Information
Program Cost
The anticipated cost of the program is $4800. Qualified U of U students will receive a subsidy that reduces the cost to $3500. Funds for this subsidy are provided by the Gordon B. Hinckley Endowment for British Studies. Non U of U students will pay the full program cost.
Includes: Tuition and educational costs, lodging (double accommodation), some meals, local transportation pass, and international health insurance.
Does Not Include: Airfare, passport, some meals, personal expenses, and independent travel
Although not anticipated, the program price may change due to fluctuation of currency exchange rates and contracted agencies, or number of participants.
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| Tea Time in London |
Scholarships
The program is subsidized for University of Utah students accepted into the program. Funding is provided by the Gordon B. Hinckley Endowment for British Studies. Because of the subsidy in the program, students are not eligible for other U of U study abroad scholarships. However, other forms of financial aid (student loans, grants, etc.) can be applied to the program cost. Visit your Financial Aid Counselor for more information in SSB 105 or call 581-6211.
Refund Policy
$200 plus any unrecoverable costs to the International Center at the time of withdrawal are non-refundable. To withdraw, the applicant must formally file a Withdrawal Form with the International Center. If an applicant is determined ineligible to participate, the $500 deposit will be refunded in full.
This information is available for printout in a brochure form. If you would like to download (pdf/Adobe Acrobat) a copy, please click here.
Contact Us
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Study Abroad Advisor |
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Program Directors Professor Andrew Franta 3500 Languages & Communication Building
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Professor Scott Black English Department 3500 Languages & Communication Building E-mail: scott.black@utah.edu |