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LSE - LONDON SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS Program Level: Undergraduate Number of Weeks/Term: 16 |
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- Background
- Location Information
- Program Dates
- Host Institution
- Academic Information
- Academic Disciplines
- Credit Transfer Information
- Eligibility Requirements
- Program Costs
- Housing and Meals
- Insurance
- Extracurricular Activities
- Climate
- VISA & Passport Information
- Your Next Steps
- Experiences of Former Students
- Contact Details
BACKGROUND
Georgia Tech (GT) has developed a number of overseas programs around the globe. These programs provide students with the opportunity to complete a portion of their academic programs in top-notch foreign universities that are partnered with GT. As a result of immersion in a foreign academic and cultural environment, students have the maximum opportunity to learn to operate effectively in an atmosphere that is wholly different from that of GT and the U.S.
LOCATION INFORMATION
England
England is the most populous home nation of the United Kingdom (UK). It accounts for more than 83% of the total UK population, occupies most of the southern two-thirds of the island of Great Britain and shares land borders with Scotland, to the north, and Wales, to the west. Elsewhere, it is bordered by the North Sea, Irish Sea, Atlantic Ocean and English Channel.
England is named after the Angles, one of a number of Germanic tribes believed to have originated in Angeln in Northern Germany, who settled in England in the 5th and 6th centuries. This is also the origin of its Latin name Anglia. It has not had a distinct political identity since 1707, when Great Britain was established as a unified political entity; however, it has a legal identity separate from those of Scotland and Northern Ireland, as part of the entity "England and Wales".
London
London is the capital city of England and the United Kingdom. London is also the most populous city in the European Union.
London produces 17% of the UK's GDP, and is one of the world's major business, political and cultural centres. London is a leader in international finance, politics, communications, entertainment, fashion and the arts and has considerable influence worldwide. London is one of the world's major global cities (along with New York City, Tokyo and Paris).
London has an estimated population as of 1 January 2005 of 7.5 million and a metropolitan area population of between 12 and 14 million. London's population includes an extremely diverse range of peoples, cultures, and religions, making it one of the most cosmopolitan, vibrant and energetic cities on earth. A resident of London is referred to as a Londoner. Over 300 languages are spoken in London, making it the most linguistically diverse city in the world. London is also known by other names in other languages.
London is the home of many global organizations, institutions and companies, and as such retains its leading role in world affairs. A city where cutting-edge meets tradition, London is a major tourist destination and an international transport hub. It has many important buildings and iconic landmarks, including world-famous museums, theatres, concert halls, galleries, airports, sports stadiums and palaces.
PROGRAM DATES
Academic Year: early October - early July
Students who participate in this program must study at LSE for the full academic year.
YEAR PROGRAM STARTED:
2004
HOST INSTITUTION ACADEMIC INFORMATION
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is a world class centre for its concentration of teaching and research across the full range of the social, political and economic sciences. Founded in 1895 by Beatrice and Sidney Webb, LSE has an outstanding reputation for academic excellence. LSE is an unusual university. Few university institutions in the world are as international. The study of social, economic and political problems covers not only the UK and European Union, but also countries of every continent. From its foundation LSE has aimed to be a laboratory of the social sciences, a place where ideas are developed, analyzed, evaluated and disseminated around the globe.
ACADEMIC DISCIPLINES
Subject Areas Available:
- Accounting
- Economics
- History, Technology, and Society
- International Affairs
- Literature, Communication, and Culture
- Management
- Mathematics
- Modern Languages
- Philosophy, Science, and Technology
- Psychology
- Public Policy
- Sociology
Language Information
All courses are taught in English.
Course Information
For detailed course information: click here. You may also want to refer to: click here.
Summer Program
LSE offers a Summer School, which is NOT related to the LSE Semester Program. Fees would be paid directly to LSE and students would be responsible for applying on their own. For more information, click here. Top
CREDIT TRANSFER INFORMATION
Credit for courses taken as part of GT exchange programs is added as transfer credit on the GT transcript. Since it is important to know which kind of credit students will earn abroad as soon as possible, GT requires that courses be pre-approved for transfer. With a Foreign Credit Approval Form (available from OIE) in hand, and the credit transfer system information (listed below), students should submit course descriptions to the appropriate academic unit to request their approval. If taking Math classes, for example, then the student should go to the GT School of Mathematics to get permission for the courses to transfer to GT. If approved, the GT School of Mathematics signs the Foreign Credit Approval Form showing how the courses will transfer so that students will know which type of credit they should expect to receive.
For detailed credit transfer instructions click here
For the Foreign Credit Approval Form click here
CREDIT TRANSFER SYSTEM
This information is intended for undergraduates students only. Graduate students must speak with their academic unit to to determine the acceptance of transfer credits.
LSE uses the following credit transfer system:
1 LSE credit = 8 GT credits
GRADING SYSTEM
LSE uses the following grading system listed below:
LSE Grade = US Grade
79+ (A+) = A
74-78 (A) = A
68-73 (A-) = A
60-67 (B+) = B
55-59 (B) = B
50-54 (B-) = B
45-49 (C+) = C
40-44 (C) = C
34-39 (C-) = C
0-33 (F) = F
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Eligible students must meet the following criteria:
PROGRAM COSTS
Because Georgia Tech and LSE do not exchange students, each participant must pay the program tuition and fees directly to the host institution. The student will then be directly enrolled as a member of LSE with full privileges to its facilities. The cost of living in London is substantially higher than in most other parts of the UK. Financial aid including the Hope Scholarship is available for eligible students. Keep in mind the costs of books, health insurance, food, living expenses, and travel money, as well as pre-departure costs like your passport and plane ticket. Because London is more expensive than the United States, you will want to devise and use a budget.
The currency in all of the United Kingdom is Pounds and Pence. The sterling pound is made up of 100 pence. Exchange rates fluctuate, so check the newspaper or click here for the most current rates.
DON"T FORGET TO APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS!! See the OIE web site for more info: click here
Students who participate in this program may be eligible to apply for a study abroad scholarship for incoming students to the UK:
BUTEX Scholarship: click here
Also, there is a scholarship available to all applicants of LSE's General Course. The John C. Phelan General Course Scholarship is awarded to three incoming students each year. The scholarship is valued at 7,000 pounds, which will cover more than half of the tuition fee. See click here for more information and application instructions.
Following are cost estimates for one academic term at LSE that may help you prepare for your terms abroad. All costs are in USD.
In State Tuition $11,372 Out of State Tuition $11,372 GT Mandatory Fees $0 Books and Supplies $630 Administrative and/or Application fees $0 Miscellaneous (includes passport/visa fees, required field trips, local transportation and incidentals) $1,860 Roundtrip Airfare $1,000 Room and Board $4,765 Additional Language Instruction $0 Mandatory Insurance $150 Total $19,777 (in state) $19,777 (out of state)
*Costs in the preceding chart are estimates for undergraduates. Actual costs may be higher or lower than those listed above, depending on the exchange rate and personal spending habits/needs.
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Housing
LSE guarantees university accommodation to all General Course students who have been accepted and apply for housing prior to the deadline. Participants will live in residence halls with British students who also attend LSE. Some student housing is close to the school's campus in central London while other residence halls are located in the closer suburbs. Further details can be found on LSE's website click here
Meals
Some halls of residence are self-catered, while others provide some meals.
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INSURANCE
Students participating in this program will be assessed $150 per semester for mandatory insurance coverage. You will be covered by T.W. Lord and Associates. For detailed information about this insurance plan, click here. This cost is included in the above cost estimates for the program.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
LSE's student union provides a range of services for students, including the student organizations, athletic facilities, and social activities, including badminton, basketball, cricket, soccer, golf, lacrosse, rock climbing, rowing, rugby, squash, ultimate frisbee, yoga, bridge, chess, debate, poetry, poker, and salsa. For more information click here .
CLIMATE
There is no season when the weather is predictably wonderful. In May, June and October, day temperatures tend to be cool, while July through September are warmer. Average temperatures run 40ºF in January, 64ºF in July. Though it rains more in other parts of the country, London typically gets some rainfall half the days of the year especially in winter. Take along an umbrella and sweater no matter when you go.
VISA AND PASSPORT INFORMATION
Complete information about how to apply for or renew a U.S. passport is available from the GT Office of International Education or online: click here
Depending on how long you will be in the UK and whether or not you intend to work, you may or may not need to apply for a visa prior to departure. Visa regulations and interpretations can change, so be sure to check the UK Border Agency web site frequently: click here
YOUR NEXT STEPS
To begin the process of participating in this exchange, please do the following:
EXPERIENCES OF FORMER STUDENTS
click here
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Ms. Becky Gunter, Semester Study Abroad Advisor
GT Office of International Education
631 Cherry Street
Savant Building, Suite 211
Atlanta, GA 30332-0284
Phone: (404)894-7475 Fax: (404)894-9682
E-mail: becky.gunter@oie.gatech.edu
OIE web site: click here
Host/Program Web Site: click here
London
England
Europe
Semester
16
12
English
For more info, contact OIE.
Can I go abroad while pursuing a GT degree?
GT students have many opportunities to participate in semester/exchange and study abroad programs. In a semester program, you actually take classes with the host universitys students and faculty. (In some cases, this means that you must have excellent knowledge of the local language to participate). Semester program participants usually pay normal GT tuition and fees for each term abroad. Credits can be pre-approved to transfer back to GT so that you do not get behind in your studies. The application deadline for fall and academic year programs is in early February; for spring programs the deadline is in September/October.
In a study abroad program, the courses are taught by GT faculty and you register for regular GT courses. Residents pay normal matriculation fees, but do not pay ancillary fees (athletic, health, etc.). Non-residents only pay resident matriculation plus $250 ($1500 for GTL Summer/$2000 for GTL Spring/Fall) . This is a savings of over $6,000 for out-of-state students who participate in GT study abroad programs as full-time students! Deadlines for summer study abroad programs vary from early January to mid-February.
In most cases, if you are eligible for financial aid or scholarships, you can apply your grants, scholarships, and/or loans toward the expenses associated with participating in all GT programs.
GTs International Plan: More than just study abroad
Your major is participating in this new initiative!
The International Plan is an intensive, degree-long program designed to prepare GT graduates professionally and personally for successful lives in the 21st century. Requirements of the program include international coursework, two terms abroad (any combination of study, research or internship abroad), proficiency in a second language, and a culminating course. Students who complete the program will have a designation on their diploma indicating completion of the degree with global competence: for example, BS in Mechanical Engineering: International Plan. For more information or an application, contact your major advisor or OIE and visit the website: click here