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Study Site

In this city of landmarks, sleek glass skyscrapers tower alongside Wren’s 17thcentury churches and ancient Roman ruins. As a dynamic world leader in the arts, London is especially famous for theatre. A 500-year old tradition, the British theatre includes two world famous national repertory companies, a larger-than-Broadway West End theatre scene, and a thriving experimental fringe.

Courses

The program consists of 6 weeks of theatre and humanities studies experienced through attending classes, performances by some of the finest theatre companies in the world, and visiting art galleries, museums, and historic sites.

Courses of study will include:

• Shakespeare in Performance (THEA 4010)
• Contemporary Drama (THEA 4030)

Students may earn up to 6 hours of U of U credit. Credit may be counted towards the completion of Theatre major requirements, and/or meet Fine Arts or Humanities General Education requirements. Arrangements can be made for graduate credit.

Faculty

Courses are taught by University of Utah professor, Tim Slover. Dr. Slover has directed the Theatre in London study abroad program for several years.

Housing

Students will live in beautiful South Kensington, within walking distance of classes, parks, and museums, and minutes by tube from all major London sites. Rooms will be mostly double occupancy. For meals, participants can choose to dine out at neighborhood cafes and restaurants or cook in their apartment kitchens. Students will stay at bed and breakfast accommodations during the excursion to Stratford-upon-Avon.

Tentative Itinerary

Fri. May 8	Depart U.S.
Sat. May 9	Meet group in London. City Orientation
Sites visited in London include Westminster Abbey, British Museum, National Gallery, Portobello Road Market, Shakespeare venues, Kew Gardens, backstage at the National Theatre, and many more culturally and historically significant places. Students will attend plays at the National Theatre, Royal Shakespeare Company, Globe Theatre, and other West End, off-West End, and fringe theatres.
Sat. June 20	Check-out date. Depart London

Application Information

Eligibility Requirements

• Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Minimum age of 18

Application Deadline

February 6, 2009. 

Late applications will be accepted with an additional nonrefundable $50 fee for 30 days after the initial deadline or until the program is full.

Application Process

• Students must submit a complete application, including a personal statement, one reference form, 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 of 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

Participants must attend pre-departure orientations held to provide program and cultural information.  Participants will be contacted when these are arranged.

Financial Information

Program Cost

To be determined.  The program cost in 2008 was $4,950.

Includes: Tuition and fees, lodging (double accommodation), excursion to Stratford-upon-Avon, admission to plays, entrance fees on scheduled excursions, local transportation passes, and international health insurance.

Does Not Include: Airfare, passport, meals, books, personal expenses, independent travel.

Although not anticipated, the program price may change due to fluctuation of currency exchange rates and contracted agencies, or number of participants.

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.

Scholarships and Financial Aid

Most financial aid (student loans, grants, etc.) can be applied to the program cost.  For U of U students, there are also Study Abroad Scholarships available.  See the International Center for more information.

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