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Bachelors
Housing
Apartment
Language
English

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Price Includes:
- Pre-departure Services: Advising, Orientation Materials and Support, Social Networking, Scholarship Opportunities.
- On-site Services: Airport Reception, Resident Director, On-Site Orientation, Housing, Tuition, Tutoring, Language and Cultural Tools, Medical Insurance, Excursions, Social and Cultural Activities, API Learning and Engagement Badge Program, Welcome and Farewell Group Meals
- Re-Entry Services: Re-Entry Materials and Support, Post-Program Evaluation, Transcript, Global Leadership Academy, and much more!
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Accommodation Activities Classes
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Airfare
Dec 19, 2018
Nov 27, 2014
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About Program

Students looking for a prestigious university to study abroad in London need look no further than University College London (UCL). UCL is a modern, outward-looking institution, committed to engaging with the major issues of the day. It is ranked as one of the top 10 universities in the world, and only admits the highest caliber of students. London, an international center of business, fine arts, design, theater, technology, politics and finance, has inspired creativity and cutting-edge innovation for centuries. There is something for everyone in London, including you!

This is an exceptional opportunity to live and learn in London, an international center of business, fine arts, design, theater, technology, politics and finance. To make sure you maximize your study abroad experience, API arranges excursions (overnight and international), weekly social and cultural activities, and unique volunteer opportunities in the area. These activities are all included in API's program fee.

This program is currently not being promoted on Go Overseas by its provider. Check with API for the most up-to-date information regarding the status of this program.

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API Study Abroad Program at University College London

Program Highlights

  • Study at one of the top 10 universities in the world!
  • Small class sizes with professors and instructors focused on student success
  • Large variety of subject areas open to international students
  • Study alongside local British students and other international students (from over 150 countries!)
  • UCL was the first university in England to admit students of all races, religions, and classes, and the first to give female students equal standing to their male counterparts.

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Moe Paquette
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Yes, I recommend this program

My amazing 3 months at UCL

Nov 27, 2014

My API housing was in the center of the city, a 5 minute walk from campus, a 30 second walk to the tube, and was within walking distance of many landmarks. I lived in a better location then most of the University students, as well other study abroad students. The support given to me was outstanding before I left for the trip as well as upon my return to the United States. The staff on the ground in London was amazing (Rachel was like a mother to us), and made me truly feel like London was my home. They organized extremely cool trips around the city (and country), and were always present if we had questions or concerns. I would without reservation recommend this program for anyone interested in studying abroad in London.

What would you improve about this program?
It would have been nice to have some excursions provided outside of the country (even for additional cost).
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Maurice Paquette

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Describe the most meaningful souvenir and why you love it?

Moe: One of the hardest things (for me) about studying abroad was leaving my best friends for a semester. Although we were all studying abroad in different parts of the world and having amazing experiences, it was tough not seeing/living with them.

During my trip, I was lucky enough to reconvene with my best friend in Scotland for the USA vs. Scotland soccer match. While there, I purchased a scarf with the two team names and flags, date, and location of the match. Getting to spend the weekend in Glasgow with him was one of the highlights of my trip, and the scarf proudly hangs in my dorm at school today.

Describe a goal you set and how you went about accomplishing it?

Moe: One of the reasons I picked England as my Study Abroad location was soccer, and going there I wanted to make sure that I played at least once. There was only one problem...I played football in high school, and had virtually no soccer experience.

Speaking with a friend from home about halfway through my trip (I still had not played), they gave me the advice "do the first thing this week that makes you nervous". The next day, I signed up with a local group that played Friday Nights, and although I struggled at first, playing every Friday night became one of the highlights of my week. I looked forward to it, and although I was never the best, the guys who I played with became some of my best friends.

How has this experience impacted your future?

Moe: One thing that was amazing about studying at UCL was the prestige and honor of the Professors that I studied with. They were women and men who had made huge scientific breakthroughs in their fields, and learning under them will be something that I can use to my advantage one day. The experience also opened my eyes to the possibility of traveling abroad to get my masters degree.

One of my professors spent many Monday afternoons petitioning me to return to his Philosophy of Science Masters program. Finally, I could not imagine my life moving forward without the amazing friends I made while abroad. The six of us still speak almost every day, and have become integral parts of one another's lives.

Tell us about any interesting cultural tidbits you noticed about your country?

Moe: Going to an English speaking country, I didn't think their would be a large difference in cultural and language, but I was mistaken! We always had to ask for the bill (not the check, that is something that pays the bill). The subway is a tube where the sidewalk goes under the road (not the tube, which actually takes you to different places around the city).

Tipping...well I still don't understand that. When it rains (so almost every day) you must be extremely alert for the level of your umbrella and must not let it hit someone else's. And finally, the left side of the escalator is for vigorous walking/running, and one must NEVER stand on that side without moving.

Do you think your program changed you as a person?

Moe: My life was changed by my study abroad experience in London, and API was the enabling factor. To say that a program changed me as a person would discredit the city, my friends, and my experience. API was the perfect program for me to change myself.

They always had a weekend excursion that I could go on if I would like, or an awesome weeknight walking tour. I got to see a lot of things that I would myself never have sought out, and when I felt that I needed me time and a nice relaxing day, I never felt forced to travel with API. Their support before and after my experience was amazing, and helped me transition into life in London, as well as life back in the states.​

Location

Location:
London
Currency:
English Pound
Weather:
Jan-Mar
52 F / 36 F
Apr-Jun
70 F / 43 F
Jul-Sep
73 F / 52 F
Oct-Dec
61 F / 37 F
Airports:
London-Heathrow
( LHR )
Gatwick
( LGQ )
London Stansted
( STN )

London, although typically regarded for its architecture and city lifestyle, is made up of 40% public green space in the form of incredibly lush parks. London has created an environment where you can spend the day enjoying city life and then escape to Primrose hill, the Thames, or a walk by the canals.

About API

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