FALL 2008
September 10 - December 12, 2007
* Open to students over 18 who have earned at least 12 college units with a GPA of 2.25 or higher
* Low cost flights, living accommodations, and London travel pass
* Earn 12-15 units which are transferable for Bachelor's Degree credit
* Special British Life and Culture series with field trips
* Financial aid available to eligible students who apply early
Why study in London?
London is an exciting city in which to live and study.
Still one of the world's most beautiful capitals,
it is rich in art, music, theater and literary history.
It is the seat of the British government and the
world’s longest surviving monarchy. More than forty
theaters provide unrivaled opportunities for students
to experience live, professional productions. Four major
symphony orchestras and two opera companies reside
in London. For followers of contemporary music, London
offers an unparalleled range of live rock and ethnic
music performances. A wide variety of museums and galleries
provide opportunities to view many of the
world's artistic masterpieces. It is no surprise students
want to come to London. London University
alone has more than 50,000 students, and many more
are enrolled at other universities, colleges and specialized
schools. Students bring a more global perspective to their
home campuses after experiencing the London study program.
Why choose this program?
The Contra Costa Community College District
(Diablo Valley College, Contra Costa College,
Los Medanos College and San Ramon Valley College)
offers this unique program to enable students to
study abroad while making normal progress toward
their degree objectives, earning 12-15 fully transferable
units in courses taught by community college faculty and
local guest lecturers. This program is offered in
conjunction with other community colleges in partnership
with the American Institute of Foreign Study (AIFS),
which provides transportation, living accommodations,
and a wide range of student and instructional support
services, including an optional preprogram tour of Europe.
Students need not be currently enrolled at one of
the sponsoring colleges in order to participate.
Units earned will appear on transcripts from these
fully accredited community colleges. Students may
choose between living in a home stay (a home in residential London)
or in a shared apartment in Kensington.
The semester in London program is offered every Fall semester.
Who are the faculty?
Courses are taught by faculty from the four participating
colleges and other partnership campuses, and carry academic
credit from your school.
What are the benefits of a Semester Abroad?
It's a wonderful opportunity to enrich your personal and academic
life in an unforgettable experience. Living and studying in
another culture will broaden your appreciation and understanding
of this complex and ever changing (and shrinking) world.
You will have the opportunity to experience and gain knowledge
about England (and European) life, history and culture in an
environment that will make all you study and experience come to life.
The knowledge you gain, friends you make and people you meet
will last a lifetime.
London's Cultural Program
Included in the basic program price is a cultural component
that includes a weekly program of extracurricular activities
including day trips accompanied by professional guides
(Cambridge, Stonehenge/Salisbury and Stratford-upon-Avon),
five theater performances, and three walking tours
(Shakespeare's London, Historic Bloomsbury walk and West End theater walk).
DVC Students' Guide to London
If you are interested in learning more about London, the semester in London program,
or the actual experiences of students who were in DVC's semester in London Program
in past years, be sure to visit Diablo Valley College
Students Guide to London site.
How do I apply?
Additional information on all aspects of the London Semester program
is available in a brochure which contains the application and required forms.
To request a brochure and application, contact:
Study Abroad Office
Diablo Valley College
321 Golf Club Road
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
(925) 685-1230 Ext. 2735 or e-mail:
studyabroad@dvc.edu
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