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University of Sunderland Exchange

Sunderland, England

Description

Dates

Eligibility

Courses

Cost

Housing

Description

Established in 1992 as a new university, the University of Sunderland is a dynamic, modern institution with a growing reputation for teaching quality and leading edge research. For example, work is nearing completion on the first phase of a state of the art center which will house the departments of journalism, television, video and radio production, film studies and cultural studies.

The staff from Sunderland’s Centre for International Education offers a multitude of services for short-term exchange students such as: free pick up from the local airport/railway station; a designated study abroad advisor; an on-site orientation program in the fall semester; organized trips and social events; and access to a local health advisor at no extra charge. 

The city of Sunderland, located about 300 miles north of London near the Scottish border, and is a coastal town of 300,000 people. It lies in the North East of England, a region known for its unspoiled scenery and historic castles. Sunderland is also a lively region for arts and entertainment. The University of Sunderland originated as a technical college in the late l9th Century. In 1969 it was established as one of Britain's first three Polytechnics and in 1991 attained university status. Today it has 15,000 students, including a diverse international student population representing over 70 countries.

Dates

Students may choose to participate in the Sunderland exchange for fall semester, spring semester, or academic year.  The estimated time frames are as follows:

Fall semester: mid September to late December

Spring semester:  late January to mid June

Academic year:  mid September to mid June

Eligibility

Applicants must be enrolled as a degree seeking student sat 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.

Courses

The University of Sunderland offers a wide variety of courses in many different disciplines. For course options see the Sunderland website at:

http://www.sunderland.ac.uk/international/study-abroad-exchange/incoming/

Cost

UWM students pay UWM tuition, $450 administrative fee and $37/month for health insurance.

In Sunderland, students are responsible for living costs, which can be found here: http://www.sunderland.ac.uk/fees/costoflivinginsunderland/

Housing

Participants will be placed in university housing facilities.  Facilities are situated in various locations and students may need to take a short bus ride to class.  Typically, students have a single bedroom and shared bathroom, kitchen, and living space.

Getting Started: A Step-by-Step Guide to Study Abroad