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University of Birmingham Exchange
When visiting this modern European city with its spectacular architecture, exciting new city center, world-renowned conference facilities and multicultural society, it is difficult to believe that it was once a small forest settlement, back in Saxon times. The city has grown and is now the country's second largest with a population of over one million. Continuous redevelopment and innovation have ensured that the city has evolved, not just in size but also in status. Set in 230 acres of beautiful parkland campus, the University of Birmingham is one of the United Kingdom's foremost research institutions. Internationally-renowned research undertaken at Birmingham influences the modern world and enriches the quality of teaching, bringing knowledge from the frontiers of discovery directly to the classroom. The range of courses offered at the University of Birmingham is one of the broadest amongst UK universities, creating a diverse and dynamic community for students and academic staff to enjoy. The main university campus at Edgbaston is outstanding among UK universities. It is spacious and attractive with lawns, trees, a lake and pleasant spaces between the different buildings. It was one of the first 'redbrick' universities and is said to be the origin of the term. The nearby Selly Oak campus is situated on a beautiful “garden” site just five miles from the City center. The spacious eighty-acre site is green and leafy, with an interesting mix of old and new buildings and with all the facilities grouped together. For the day-to-day life of staff and students, the pleasant campuses are ideal places to work and live with practically all academic, sports and social facilities grouped together. Students may participate in the University of Birmingham exchange for an academic year or during spring semester. However, the spring semester option is determined on a case-by-case basis depending on availability. Please contact OPP for further information. The academic year runs from mid September to early June. Applicants must be enrolled as degree seeking students at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee. All participants must have at least sophomore status and carry a 3.0 GPA (4.0 scale). In addition to written application materials and letters of reference, an Overseas Programs faculty committee may interview applicants. Students are eligible to take any of the classes University of Birmingham offers. The following is a list of subject areas in which Birmingham specializes: Business, Art, Design, Engineering, and student internships. For a comprehensive list of courses Birmingham offers please visit the university website at: UWM students pay UWM tuition, $450 administrative fee and $37/month for health insurance. In Birmingham, students are responsible for living costs, which can be found here: http://www.undergraduate.bham.ac.uk/finance/livingcosts.shtml
Participants may apply for on-campus housing in residence halls with a meal plan or self-catering flats with or without a meal plan. Off-campus housing options are also available. The university publishes a weekly list of off-campus rooms. Getting Started: A Step-by-Step Guide to Study Abroad
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