International Programs

Lancaster sits on the edge of England's beautiful Lake District. This progressive city offers a history dating from the Romans. Be sure to visit John the Gaunt's medieval castle, which gives the city's skyline its unique character.

Lancaster may have a quaint look, but that doesn’t mean a lack of things to do. The famous Duke's Playhouse includes a repertory theatre and a classic and current film cinema, and the city hosts jazz concerts and an annual literary festival. You'll find an enormous variety of restaurants in Lancaster and no fewer than fifty-two pubs!

London is one of the most cosmopolitan, hip cities in the world. Thousands of world cultures mingle with British tradition in this metropolis, creating an air of excitement and sophistication in all areas of the city. London is the cultural capital of the United Kingdom and offers endless attractions, art, theatre, music, and, of course, plenty of British politics and history.

Queen Mary, University of London combines great academics, the convenience of a centralized campus, and the excitement of London. Queen Mary, a University of London college, is off the beaten path in the East End, a funky, diverse, up-and-coming area of London. The campus location also offers easy access to central London, with the nearest Tube station just five minutes away.

London is one of the most cosmopolitan, hip cities in the world. Thousands of world cultures mingle with British tradition in this metropolis, creating an air of excitement and sophistication in all areas of the city. London is the cultural capital of the United Kingdom and offers endless attractions, art, theatre, music, and, of course, plenty of British politics and history.

London also is home to numerous universities. Like many large cities, the universities are scattered throughout different neighborhoods, each with its own atmosphere and attractions.

Bloomsbury is home to many of the University of London colleges, including Birkbeck, University of London, SOAS University of London, University College London, and the Slade School of Fine Art.

London is one of the most cosmopolitan, hip cities in the world. Thousands of world cultures mingle with British tradition in this metropolis, creating an air of excitement and sophistication in all areas of the city. London is the cultural capital of the United Kingdom and offers endless attractions, art, theatre, music, and, of course, plenty of British politics and history.

London also is home to numerous universities. Like many large cities, the universities are scattered throughout different neighborhoods, each with its own atmosphere and attractions.

King's College and the University of Westminster are in the center of London on the Strand. Queen Mary, University of London is in the up-and-coming East End. Once best known for being the hunting ground of Jack the Ripper, today the East End is undergoing a revitalization and has developed a hip, diverse culture.

The city of Brighton and Hove really does have everything: sun, sea, brilliant clubs, great places to eat, fabulous shops, a truly cosmopolitan vibe and an extraordinary atmosphere of tolerance and freedom. And, since students form ten per cent of the city’s population, you can be confident that you’ll find plenty to satisfy your needs. Self-consciously creative, Brighton has a truly diverse cultural scene with a wealth of theatres, cinemas and galleries. From top theatre performances to the variety of experimental productions staged throughout the city, you’ll find something to entertain you. The Gardner Arts Centre on the University of Sussex campus is a well-known venue for dance and contemporary theatre and, back in Brighton, there are plenty of opportunities to catch comedy, cabaret and open-mike nights. Cinema-goers will find plenty to keep them happy. Brighton hosts two multiplex cinemas offering 17 screens for mainstream movies. If art-house cinema is more your thing, head straight to the Duke of York’s, a Brighton treasure and the oldest purpose-built cinema in Britain. The Gardner Arts Centre also shows avant-garde and classic movies. And, in true Brighton style, the beach occasionally plays host to big-screen cult films on summer evenings.

As Europe's largest city, London is so much more than Roman walls, medieval churches, and sprawling Tudor mansions. It is a modern hub of activity where past and present ideas meet as one. No city in the world maintains a population as diverse. Immigrant influences from every corner of the globe--Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Europe--give London its rightful name as the world's capital. There is a never-ending array of things to do and see in and around London.

Nottingham is one of the most vibrant and cosmopolitan cities in Britain. With a population of about 270,000, has much to offer from the world's oldest pub and traditional markets to fashionable bars to designer boutiques. In recent surveys, Nottingham was voted the best English shopping center outside of London. In addition, the Nottingham area has more sports facilities per person than anywhere else in Europe. The city has a reputation for contemporary arts, with around 400 practicing artists - more per square foot than any other European city. Nottingham, also known as "Queen of the Midlands", has been home to three of the most significant writers of the 19th and 20th centuries - Lord Byron, DH Lawrence, and Alan Silitoe - as well as Nottingham's Prince of Thieves, Robin Hood.

Few universities can contest the location of Bangor in Wales. It is situated on the North West Coast of Wales, just a ferry ride from Ireland. The Snowdonia mountain range stands tall as a backdrop in Bangor and is a short distance (9 kilometers) away. With the sea on one side and the mountains on the other, it is no surprise why students from over 80 different countries would choose to study at Bangor every year. Walking through the quaint little city of 12,000 residents, one can find that the University buildings and residences are a short walk from the city center, which includes two modern shopping complexes, and a blend of national and local shops. There are also plenty of restaurants, cafe-bars, and pubs. Bangor has a theatre, cinema, community swimming pool, an art gallery, museums, and clubs.