IFSA University College London Partnership
London, England
Term
Fall, Spring, Year
Language of Instruction
English
Language Prerequisite
None
Finance Options
Scholarships, grants, financial aid, monthly payment plan, credit card payments and more!
Application Deadlines:
- Fall: March 1
- Spring: September 15
YEAR OPTIONS: Students interested in calendar or academic year-long options should contact IFSA-Butler for deadlines, fees and more.
Min.
GPA for
Consideration:
3.3
Typical
Credit
Load:
16
About University College London
If you believe in taking an informed and innovative approach to problem solving, you'll find your home at UCL. You can tackle global issues from multiple perspectives in your classes, whether that's by creating art, studying citizenship, or preparing for a career in global health.
University College London Benefits
- The oldest and largest institution within the University of London (UL) federation, UCL is a member of Britain's Russell Group of universities, similar to the Ivy League
- Live and learn in the heart of London, where you will receive a truly urban experience
- Enjoy a vibrant arts scene, including a full-length opera each year by UCL's well known Operatic Society, and an active students' union with a modern theatre, snack bars, music rooms, film studio, squash courts and fitness center
- The Slade School of Art, a department of UCL, offers art students a highly competitive Independent Studio Program
- A new global citizenship program draws on UCL's research-based teaching in multiple subjects to enable students to understand citizenship as a significant intellectual concern of our time
- A new program based at UCL's International Health and Medical Education Center is aimed at future health professionals and other students interested in international health issues
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The IFSA Difference
Your success is our success! Whatever your goals, our approach is carefully designed to help you achieve them.
You will experience challenging, rewarding coursework in the highest quality classes, while receiving the academic support you need.
More than a tourist in a foreign country, you will engage in the community, build competencies, and develop yourself as a citizen of the world.
Our programs and practices reflect the value we place on diverse perspectives and are designed to support a variety of learners.
Round out your classroom experience with hands-on opportunities like internships, directed research, student teaching, community-based learning or volunteering, and cultural excursions.
You will have academic and personal mentors to assist with program choice, application, travel, cultural acclimation, language acquisition, class registration, academic issues, health and safety, and everything in between.
Academics at University College London Partnership
Courses
Open UCL's online course catalog to see a list of available courses.
At University College London, a full course load consists of 16 U.S. semester credit hours per semester or 32 U.S. semester credit hours per year. The number of courses you take depends on the credit value of the courses you select.
Please review all your syllabi and course materials when you are registering for classes (both pre-arrival and on-site). Certain classes may have a one-off lab or field trip fee that is disclosed in the syllabus or first meeting of class. You will be responsible for these fees, whether they are billed and paid by IFSA or billed to you.
At University College London, a full course load consists of 16 U.S. semester credit hours per semester or 32 U.S. semester credit hours per year. The number of courses you take depends on the credit value of the courses you select.
Please review all your syllabi and course materials when you are registering for classes (both pre-arrival and on-site). Certain classes may have a one-off lab or field trip fee that is disclosed in the syllabus or first meeting of class. You will be responsible for these fees, whether they are billed and paid by IFSA or billed to you.
Course Restrictions
ENGLISH
English requires at least a cumulative GPA of 3.4 and two to four college level literature courses completed. Writing courses are not literature courses. The department also restricts students either to taking their entire course load within the department or only taking two courses.
ECONOMICS
Economics requires at least a cumulative GPA of 3.5 and prefers applicants to have previously completed microeconomics, macroeconomics and a statistics course. Successful applicants will have received a grade of 'A' in both macro and micro. Economics courses in the U.K. have a strong statistical basis. Students who are not accepted directly into the economics department will be unable to take courses above level 1 within this department. If you have concerns about your qualifications for Economics, please contact your program advisor for recommendations on alternate department options.
HISTORY
History requires at least a cumulative GPA of 3.4. History of Art admits only history of art majors. They will not accept fine arts majors.
MANAGEMENT, SCIENCE AND INNOVATION
Management, Science and Innovation will not accept fall semester only students due to test schedules. Only academic year and spring students will be considered for this department. Applicants are required to have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5.
SLADE SCHOOL OF FINE ART
Applicants to the Slade School of Fine Art must be art majors or minors. The Language Center and the Management Center are not departments; therefore students cannot apply to them. It is possible to take courses within each of these centers, but that must be arranged upon arrival at UCL.
POLITICAL STUDIES
Political Studies requires a cumulative GPA of 3.4 with a strong background of courses. Chemistry requires a cumulative GPA of 3.5 with a strong background of courses.
PSYCHOLOGY
The UCL Psychology department suggests a cumulative GPA of 3.5 to be considered for this department.
English requires at least a cumulative GPA of 3.4 and two to four college level literature courses completed. Writing courses are not literature courses. The department also restricts students either to taking their entire course load within the department or only taking two courses.
ECONOMICS
Economics requires at least a cumulative GPA of 3.5 and prefers applicants to have previously completed microeconomics, macroeconomics and a statistics course. Successful applicants will have received a grade of 'A' in both macro and micro. Economics courses in the U.K. have a strong statistical basis. Students who are not accepted directly into the economics department will be unable to take courses above level 1 within this department. If you have concerns about your qualifications for Economics, please contact your program advisor for recommendations on alternate department options.
HISTORY
History requires at least a cumulative GPA of 3.4. History of Art admits only history of art majors. They will not accept fine arts majors.
MANAGEMENT, SCIENCE AND INNOVATION
Management, Science and Innovation will not accept fall semester only students due to test schedules. Only academic year and spring students will be considered for this department. Applicants are required to have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5.
SLADE SCHOOL OF FINE ART
Applicants to the Slade School of Fine Art must be art majors or minors. The Language Center and the Management Center are not departments; therefore students cannot apply to them. It is possible to take courses within each of these centers, but that must be arranged upon arrival at UCL.
POLITICAL STUDIES
Political Studies requires a cumulative GPA of 3.4 with a strong background of courses. Chemistry requires a cumulative GPA of 3.5 with a strong background of courses.
PSYCHOLOGY
The UCL Psychology department suggests a cumulative GPA of 3.5 to be considered for this department.
Transcripts
After you return to the U.S., IFSA will send a Butler University transcript to your home university and to your permanent address. The transcript reflects the courses taken, credits attempted, and grades earned during your term abroad. This service is included in your study abroad program at no additional cost.
Housing & Meals
Housing Type
Apartment/Flat, Residence Hall/Dormitory
Meals
Some meals included
Self-catered
Self-catered
Details
Depending on the housing you are assigned, you may have some meals included in the residence hall/dormitory housing fee or self-catered apartments/flats. (Supplemental fees sometimes apply). All of UCL's housing is scattered throughout London and you should be prepared for a commute of 15 to 40 minutes by bus or tube to your classes.
The IFSA Team
IFSA has a dedicated team who are here to help you prepare to achieve your goals. Feel free to reach out. We are happy to answer your questions!
Program Advisor
Michelle Mannweiler
Senior Program Advisor, Scotland programs
317-940-4267 mmannwei@ifsa-butler.org Read Full Bio Schedule Time to TalkFinance Advisor
Micah Spencer
Senior Student Account Coordinator
(317) 940-3077 mspencer@ifsa-butler.org Read Full BioResident Director
Academic Affairs Director
Dates and Fees
Spring 2019
Program Dates
Program Start Date
January 2, 2019
Program End Date
June 8, 2019
Program Fees
Tuition
$21,950
Housing
$6,025
Insurance
Included
Total Program Fee
$27,975
Supplemental Fees
Tuition at UCL varies based on your subject of study. IFSA tuition is based on Band 1 (Arts-related subjects, plus Economics and Mathematics). Students enrolled in Band 2 (Science and Engineering-related subjects, plus Anthropology, Archaeology, Fine Art, Geography and Psychology) will be charged an additional fee of approximately $4,500. Students enrolled in Band 3 (Liberal Arts and Sciences) will be charged an additional fee of approximately $2,300.
Students placed in Spring Mews or Campbell House will incur a supplemental fee of $500. James Lighthill or Frances Gardner will incur a supplemental fee of $675, and John Dodgson will incur a supplemental fee of $1500.
Estimated Costs
Airfare
$1,200
Meals
$2,330
Books & Supplies
$525
Local Transportation
$1,025
Personal Expenses
$1,660
Total Estimated Costs
$6,740
Fall 2019
Program Dates
Program Start Date
September 11, 2019
Program End Date
December 14, 2019
Program Fees
Tuition
$20,025
Housing
$3,950
Insurance
Included
Total Program Fee
$23,975
Supplemental Fees
Housing is based on placement in Ramsay Hall or Ifor Evans. Students incur a supplemental fee if placed in Arthur Tattersal House ($275), Schaefer House ($275), Goldsmide House ($675), Student Shared Apartment ($875), Frances Gardner House ($900), James Lighthill House ($1175), or John Dodgson House ($1500).
UCL charges tuition in bands. Students enrolled in science and engineering-related subjects, plus anthropology, archaeology, fine art, geography and psychology will incur a supplemental fee of approximately $3,485. Students enrolled in liberal arts and sciences will incur a supplemental fee of approximately $1,705.
Estimated Costs
Airfare
$1,200
Meals
$1,370
Books & Supplies
$530
Local Transportation
$600
Personal Expenses
$1,730
Total Estimated Costs
$5,430