London: City University
Fall: Mid September - Mid December
Spring: Mid January - Mid April
Undergraduate Affiliated Program
Spending a semester at City University in London allows you to expand your practical knowledge of the European Union while experiencing the excitement of student life in a major world capital. The strength of London's financial and banking tradition combines with its rich political and literary history to create a unique educational environment.
Courses
Course offerings are subject to change. Due to circumstances beyond our control such as enrollment limitations, time conflicts and course cancellations, International Programs cannot guarantee that participants will be admitted to their first choice of courses. It is crucial for students to plan carefully in advance, allowing for the possibility that needed courses will conflict with one another or not be available during their semester in London.
Fall 2009
AIS 211, 310, 365; Finance 300*, 325*, 330*, 365*, 410*, 445*, 630*, 635* 650*; Gen Bus 303, 365, 399; Intl Bus 365, 399; Marketing 300, 310, 365, 460; MHR 300, 305, 420, 403; RMI 300, 365, 630; ECON 330, 390; plus many non-business courses
Spring 2010
AIS 365, 603; Finance 300*, 330*, 325*, 365*, 410*, 445*, 630*; Gen Bus 303, 365, 399; Intl Bus 200, 365, 399; MHR 305, 420, 422, 423; Marketing 300, 365, 415; OTM 300, 646; Poli Sci 338 or Intl St 602; Real Est. 410; RMI 300, 365, 630; ECON 330, 364; plus many non-business courses
* UW's finance department expects that you meet UW pre-requisites in order to comprehend your finance course taken abroad and to prepare for future UW finance courses.
The following business courses have been offered at City University in the past.
Actuarial Science courses are restricted to Actuarial Science majors and City students. Please plan accordingly.
|
UW Course Number |
City University Course Number(s) |
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Accounting |
|
| AIS 211 | BS2107 |
|
AIS 310 |
BS2106 OR BS3202 |
|
AIS 365 |
BS2104 OR BS3206 |
|
AIS 603 |
BS2203 |
|
AIS 654 |
AS3015 |
|
Finance |
|
|
FIN 300 |
BS2100 |
|
FIN 325 |
BS3101 OR BS3102 OR FR2203 |
| FIN 330 | EC3011 or FR 3101 |
|
FIN 365 |
FR2201 |
|
FIN 410 |
IF3104 |
|
FIN 445 |
BS3200 OR IF3101 |
|
FIN 630 |
FR3101 OR IF3200 |
|
FIN 635 |
FR2100 |
|
International Business |
|
|
IB 200 |
BS1204 |
|
IB 399 |
IF1200 OR IF2100 OR BS3207 |
|
Marketing |
|
|
MKT 300 |
BS2101 OR BS2205 |
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MKT 310 |
BS3103 |
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MKT 365 |
BS3105 OR BS3210 |
|
MKT 415 |
BS3203 |
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MKT 460 |
BS3201 |
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Management and Human Resources |
|
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MHR 300 |
BS1104 |
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MHR 305 |
BS2201 |
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MHR 365 |
SG2005 |
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MHR 403 |
BS3100 |
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MHR 420 |
BS3209 |
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MHR 423 |
SG2005 |
|
Operations |
|
|
OTM 410 |
MS2101 |
|
OTM 646 |
BS3211 |
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Risk Management |
|
|
RMI 300 |
AS3303 OR FR2104 OR FR3107 |
|
RMI 365 |
FR3205 OR FR3206 |
|
RMI 630 |
FR2206 |
The course equivalency database shows all City University courses that have been equated and their UW equivalents.
Housing
Accommodation for the semester in London program is provided by the Acorn Group. Reasonable housing is difficult to find. This is not surprising given the age and relative shortage of housing in central London. Acorn has recently been providing very nice accomodations near City University. While expensive, services are provided and it is quite convenient. Participants are not obligated to live in the accommodation provided by the Acorn Group; you may elect to arrange your own housing. Be aware some sections of the city are not safe or suitable for student housing.
Students who live in housing provided by the Acorn Group can expect to share a flat with UW students, including shared bedrooms, bathrooms, and a small living area and kitchen. Linens, towels, pots and pans, and cleaning service are provided. Lockers, wireless and phone charges are now included in the weekly fee (approximately 200 British pounds) as is digital TV. Flats are within walking distance (up to 30 minutes) of City University.
Costs and scholarships
The following are estimates only. Costs are subject to change. Estimates noted with an asterisk were calculated based on an exchange rate of $1 = 0.59 British pounds. Recently the rate has been fluxuating. Check xe.com for up-to-the-minute conversion rates.
Details about financial aid and scholarships are available.
Estimates based on 2009/2010 academic year. City's Fall semester is approximately three months, spring is approximately four months. Length of stay depends on exam periods.
City University tuition: approximately $5,900 Fall 09 (3380 British pounds), approximately $7,700 Spring 10 (4470 British pounds)*
Housing: $4,250* Fall 09, $4,800* Spring 2010 (Acorn housing is 204 British pounds per week for 13 or more weeks)
Meals: $2,000* Fall / $2,500 Spring
Books: $200*
UW program fee: $350
UW-mandated health insurance: $37/full month, no partials i.e. (March 15 - May 30 is 3 months)
Airfare: $1,000 (estimate)
Entertainment and vacation travel vary widely.
Tuition is a special rate for UW-Madison and is less than what City University advertises on its website. It is to be paid to the International Programs office before your departure, the amount based on the exchange rate at the time the invoice is issued.
Advice from past participants
Read reports from past participants.
Applying
There will generally be 15 students admitted per semester. City University will review all applications after the deadline and choose as many qualified students as they can accommodate (City University will only place a limited number of UW-Madison students in each class). As there are limited spaces, application to this program does not guarantee admission. Minimum requirements are a 3.0 GPA, 54 credits earned by the time you go abroad and 9 credits of business/economics.
Applications are due March 1st of the previous academic year. If space for spring semester opens, the application process will re-open with a deadline of October 1st. Attend an information session, held in February and September. Information session dates, program availability and applications are available on the application website.
Web pages
British Council: Has excellent information under their 'Study Abroad' section. Order the informative, free 'Guide to UK Study Abroad' from this site.
For admitted students
Pre-departure Information: London
While abroad website