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Pioneering musicians. Innovative theater. Iconic architecture. Celebrated literature. Whatever you're seeking, you'll find it when you study abroad in London. England’s capital city is known for its museums, markets, pubs, history, entertainment, and fashion; it's also home to diverse educational institutions that help you meet your academic, career, and personal goals. Explore this vibrant metropolis through courses that turn the city into your living classroom. Gain résumé-boosting experience through our international internship program, and immerse in local culture by writing for a student newspaper, or joining on-campus clubs and activities. No matter where your interests lie, you’ll discover what you seek when studying abroad in London, a historically and culturally rich urban center.

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Programs to love in London

Programs to love in London

Study in London

Study in London

CEA CAPA London Center

One of the most influential cities in world history, London is a major center of finance, the arts, and culture to this day. Its highly diverse population creates an international atmosphere amidst enduring English landmarks and customs. With course options in business, communication, writing, and performing arts, and unique summer offerings that delve into topics such as human rights and global health, you’ll have a variety of courses to suit your academic needs and interests. Overall, you’ll gain insight into the significant ways in which London has been imagined, invented, and transformed by globalization.

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Study + Internship in London

Study + Internship in London

CEA CAPA London Center

The Study + Internship program in London is designed for students who are aspiring professionals that want to distinguish themselves in an evolving global job market. The program allows you to make progress toward your academic degree and remain on track for graduation, while developing the top skills employers want you to gain by the time you enter the job market. During the program, you will intern at a local host organization while also taking our mandatory Global Internship Course and additional courses. Our diverse range of courses will provide you with a platform to excel academically, and your personalized internship placement will help you acquire professional experience from a global perspective and learn from professionals in an international context. Program options are dependent upon location, but may include: Semester, Summer, Part-Time and Full-Time Internships, and English and host language speaking placements.

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Creative & Performing Arts

Creative & Performing Arts

CEA CAPA London Center

Learn about the creative and performing arts sector in one of the world's most dynamic and innovative cities. Experience the cultural diversity and artistic creativity of London showcased in its many arts and entertainment venues such as concert halls, galleries, performance spaces, exhibitions, and festivals. As part of the included active learning events, you’ll tour Camden, the birthplace of Punk culture; taste an authentic curry on Brick Lane, and see a performance at Shakespeare's Globe theater. Take courses in arts administration, art history, performance, literature, and more. Enhance your experience by adding an optional for-credit creative arts internship, through which you’ll gain professional experience, connect with locals, and build your resume.

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Wrongful Convictions & Human Rights

Wrongful Convictions & Human Rights

CEA CAPA London Center

Explore the topic of Wrongful Conviction in London.This four-week, accelerated summer program provides students with the opportunity to study human rights and focus on the specific area of wrongful conviction. This program is composed of two courses and includes opportunities to observe trials and visit London-based organizations working in human rights and on behalf of the wrongfully accused.

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Global Health

Global Health

CEA CAPA London Center

Explore Global Perspectives on Nursing and Comparative Healthcare. Interested in nursing, midwifery, and medical practice? Learn how historical and social change has influenced the development of nursing functions and examine how ethics, sociology, religion, law, economics, and philosophy have affected clinical practice and the impact these have had on the role of nurses and midwives.
This 6-week summer program provides a unique opportunity to gain a new perspective on nursing and to compare the healthcare systems of the US and the UK and explore questions of universal healthcare, including issues of inequality in accessing it.

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Global Business Consulting

Global Business Consulting

CEA CAPA London Center

The Business Consulting Course with associated experiential learning equips you to work as a practitioner in a real-world enterprise. Be guided through a professional consulting project and, as part of a team, research a business or finance concern or deficiency, define the problem, then pitch your solution. In this Business Consulting project with a business administration and finance focus you will learn how you can apply business and management consulting as well as financial consulting and even market research, communication, and PR skills to have a meaningful impact on a local enterprise.

Businesses face significant challenges in the post-2020 landscape. Sharply rising costs, squeezed consumer budgets, a crowded digital marketplace, and stiff competition to recruit and retain talent are just some of the concerns facing organisations looking to bounce back from the shock of the pandemic. In an environment full of challenges and opportunities, fresh perspectives and innovative approaches are essential as businesses chart the way forward. The Business and Finance stream provides students with the structure and opportunity to address business challenges and to be part of the solution. Learn the foundations of business and financial administration, while being part of a team that works within these areas for a local enterprise. Put your consulting skills into practice in this dynamic field, no matter your degree background, and make a tangible difference to business outcomes.

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University of Westminster - Direct Enroll

University of Westminster - Direct Enroll

University of Westminster

Choose courses from more than 30 subject areas in the University of Westminster’s (WMN) extensive catalog. Gain marketable skills and first-hand experience in London business culture by adding an international internship opportunity. You’ll attend class with other international students in this immersive, integrated program. With several campuses throughout the city, studying at WMN provides the rare opportunity to study in London's lively West End, known for its shopping and entertainment. Earn credits toward your major, or enroll in classes that align with your academic or professional interests. This flexible program puts the choice in your hands!

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Queen Mary University of London - Direct Enroll

Queen Mary University of London - Direct Enroll

Queen Mary University of London

Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) offers a true taste of London life in one of the most urban, trendy, and progressive areas of the city. With students from over 160 nationalities, the university has an exceptionally diverse student population and is located in one of the most multicultural cities in the world.
Choose from a broad range of academic options for virtually any major with options to study across up to four different disciplines or to immerse yourself in one subject area.

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Theater Arts

Theater Arts

CEA CAPA London Center

As a CEA CAPA study abroad theater student, you'll engage with the world of theater in the classroom and beyond. You’ll see a variety of shows, from rebooted classics to challenging and exciting new works in a range of venues, and enjoy additional activities that will further enrich and expand your theatrical experience. CEA CAPA also has its own black box theater space in the London center with a fully-equipped lighting rig and sound system. It can host student performances, visiting shows, and a range of creative workshops. At CEA CAPA, you'll feel like you're at the heart of the drama in the world of theater as both an audience member and a performer.

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Entrepreneurship & Innovation

Entrepreneurship & Innovation

CEA CAPA London Center

Explore and engage in international business, innovation, and entrepreneurship in the major global business hub of London. Choose courses and an optional for-credit internship in general business, finance, economics, entrepreneurship, and marketing, or take courses across a range of disciplines such as history, and global studies. If you choose to participate in an internship, you'll acquire useful professional skills for your future career, enhance your classroom experience, connect with locals, and improve your resume.

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International Business

International Business

CEA CAPA London Center

Imagine being in the heart of one of the world's largest economic centers, learning about the finance industry and the culture of a global city's work environment, both in the classroom and at your internship site. That's what you'll do by partaking in the International Business study and intern program. Choose courses in Management, Marketing, and Finance, participate in a business-related for-credit internship, or access courses in a wide range of disciplines available at the CEA CAPA London Center.

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What's Included in your Program'

What's Included in your Program

From housing to excursions, our inclusions make studying abroad easy!
  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Transportation Pass
  • Wellness Activities
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Excursions
  • Student Clubs & Organizations
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Official Transcript(s)

Windsor

Cambridge

Oxford

Stonehenge and Bath

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs.

CEA CAPA Excursions

Enjoy a half-day coach tour of London, a full-day excursion to Stonehenge and Bath, plus choose one from: full-day excursion to Oxford, Brighton, Stratford-upon-Avon and Kenilworth Castle, or Salisbury and Glastonbury.

Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You’ll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we’ve offered in the past. 

Windsor

The official home of England’s royal family for 900 years, Windsor claims to be the largest and oldest occupied castle in the world. Tour the immense grounds, lavish staterooms, crowd-pleasing dollhouse, art gallery, and chapel. You’ll also visit the state apartments, from the intimate chambers of Charles II to the enormous Waterloo Chamber, built to commemorate the victory over Napoleon in 1815. All are exquisitely furnished with important works of art from the Royal Collection. After lunch, head across the bridge from the castle toward the college of Eton, the exclusive school that’s educated eighteen former British prime ministers and members of the royal family.

Cambridge

The beautiful city of Cambridge is known for its academia, architecture, and majestic buildings, like Kings College and Great St Mary’s Church. Enjoy a guided tour of the colleges and learn about the history of the University, as well some of the pranks Cambridge students get up to. Take a punt down the River Cam, or jump on a bicycle and see the city like a local.

Oxford

Oxford is famous for its University which, with its thirty-eight colleges, is the home of British academia. Oxford was established in the 9th century and residence of both royalty and scholars for over 800 years; today, the city is a bustling cosmopolitan town. The excursion to Oxford begins with a walking tour of the delights of Carfax Tower, Bodelian Library, Ashmolean Museum, and Christ Church, founded by Cardinal Wolsey in 1524 and one of Oxford's largest colleges. More recently, Christ Church gained fame as a setting in several Harry Potter films. After the tour, you’ll have free time to explore other colleges, shop in the covered market, or try your hand at a traditional Oxford past-time: punting on the river which, similar to a Venetian gondolier, tests your strength and navigation skills.

Stonehenge and Bath

Travel by coach from London to Salisbury Plain, site of mysterious Stonehenge. The first stones are believed to have been placed as many as 5000 years ago, with the final phase completed around 1,500 BC. Wonder at how prehistoric man managed to transport these stones, weighing up to 5 tons each, across many miles before the invention of the wheel. Continue on to Bath, famous for its hot springs and 2000-year-old Roman Baths. The tour includes a visit to the Baths, where you can walk in the footsteps of the Romans and even taste the spring waters. Later, join a guided walking tour of this World Heritage city to admire its Regency architecture, including the Royal Crescent.

Brighton

Known as "London by the Sea," Brighton is as cosmopolitan as its larger counterpart, but boasts an idyllic setting on the English Channel at the edge of the South Downs. A typical English seaside resort with an historic waterfront, Brighton is also home to a diverse array of quirky shops, pubs, and bars as well as excellent high street shopping. The excursion begins with a walking tour of the historic town center to take in “The Lanes,” a series of cobbled streets lined with shops. Take a walk along the seafront Palace Pier, one of the last seaside piers to be constructed in England and now a monument to the contemporary pleasures of roller coasters, arcades, and souvenir shops. After lunch, you’ll visit the Royal Pavilion, formerly a farmhouse rented by the then Prince of Wales (the future George IV), and take advantage of the benefits of Brighton’s therapeutic seaside location.

A Weekend in Wales

We’ll visit the ruins of a Roman amphitheater and soldiers’ barracks, a centuries-old castle, travel 300 feet underground to a coal mine, visit a historic Welsh town, and (finally) see a majestic abbey dating from the 12th century. You’ll have free time to spend an evening in the capital city of Cardiff or Wales’ second city, Swansea.

A Weekend in York

York is known for its Roman, Viking, and medieval heritage, as well as its famous residents, the Bronte sisters. On this weekend trip, you’ll visit York Minster (the largest gothic cathedral in Northern Europe), Fountains Abbey, Bronte Parsonage Museum, and Haworth village.

Scotland: Edinburgh and the Highlands (Spring Semester Only - Optional Additional Fee)

Depart from London’s bustling city streets and travel by high-speed train to Edinburgh, historic capital city and the first stop in your three-day excursion to scenic Scotland.

A major player during the time of the Enlightenment, Edinburgh is as an UNESCO World Heritage Site due in part to its distinctive Medieval Old Town, which preserves 16th century city plans and buildings. Weave through Edinburgh streets, visiting iconic sites including the Royal Mile, the Scotch Whisky Heritage Center, Edinburgh Castle, and the Palace of Holyrood House.

Next, we’ll transport you from the familiarity of city surroundings into lush, emerald-colored hills. The Scottish Highlands house a significantly lower population than the country’s urban centers. Experience a blend of geographical and historical sightseeing euphoria as you trek from monument to monument, dispersed throughout the stunning landscape’s rocky mountain ranges and plains. Discover the enchantment of the Wallace Monument, commemorating Braveheart’s stand against Edward I; brave the shores of Loch Ness, home of Nessie, the infamous lake monster; the Hermitage, a.k.a. Birnam Wood in Shakespeare’s Macbeth; and more.

Paris (Fall Semester Only – Optional Additional Fee)

Flourish in the city of food, fashion, and culture on this excursion to Europe’s most populated metropolis: Paris. Start your Parisian adventure on a tour of the city’s iconic sites including the Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower, and the Champs Elysées.

Use your free evening to discover Paris at your own pace, whether you prefer sipping café in a quaint restaurant or indulging in the city’s finest delicacies.

The next day, you’ll visit the elaborate Notre Dame Cathedral, charismatic Latin Quarter, Montmartre (the artists’ quarter), and Sacré Coeur Basilica, where you’ll will climb up to enjoy a view of the sparkling city from its highest point. Don’t worry; you’ll have plenty of free time to get lost in French culture and experience life through Parisian eyes. Whether you choose to stroll along the River Seine nibbling on a freshly-baked baguette as you watch the locals meander by, or experience culinary rapture as you sink your teeth into a ham and cheese crepe, you’ll encounter the magic of Paris during this excursion.

Take advantage of the unique flavors of London. CEA CAPA offers various local cultural activities. Whether you enjoy concerts, clubs, sports, cooking classes, language exchanges, or something entirely different, our staff helps you get involved in local culture. Here are just a few examples:

Active Learning

There's a wide range of CEA CAPA-led and self-led activities and social events each week. Semester events include a walking tour of the iconic South Bank, a riverboat tour to Greenwich, touring multicultural Brixton, a Beatles in the Abbey Road Magical Mystery Walking tour, a curry dinner in Brick Lane, visiting the Globe Theater, a Jack the Ripper tour, and a Royal London bike tour. Other events may include a history of tea, and tea tasting events and a London canal boat and walking tour.

Self-directed activities include theatrical performances, festivals, sporting events, touring London’s markets, and exploring the city’s green spaces.

Walking Tours

Take a journey through a London that’s miles (and years) away from the city you see before you today. Hidden gems await as you learn how London grew and evolved over the centuries. Tours are tailored specifically to each group; you might have the chance to retrace the steps of Jack the Ripper, discover secret London street art, or follow the routes of some of London's most notorious characters. Walking has never been so interesting! These tours are a real eye-opener and will leave you wanting to find out more about your adoptive home.

Fullers Brewery Tour

No visit to England is complete without a tour of the Griffin Brewery. Explore the brewing process from the arrival of raw materials, to packaging of the beer on the cask racking line. The tour ends with a full tasting session of Fuller’s beers, including London Pride. You’ll also catch a glimpse of Fuller’s massive purple wisteria, believed to be the oldest in England.

Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre

The new Shakespeare's Globe is an international education and entertainment resource that expresses and utilizes Shakespeare's work through the playhouse and various workshops. The original Globe Theatre was built in 1599, but was closed (along with all theaters) under the 1642

Puritan administration. After extensive renovations, Her Majesty the Queen opened the new Globe in 1997.

Museum or Gallery Tour

Where else but London can you see the Rosetta Stone, Vincent van Gogh’s Sunflowers, mummies, and a giant dinosaur skeleton all within a few miles? A guided tour points out highlights of London's collections and opens your imagination to the history and art from around the world.

University-Specific Opportunities

Our London partner institutions offer a number of opportunities for you to get involved and interact with local students. Specific activities vary by university, but you’ll have the chance to explore your interests and experience local culture through opportunities such as intramural sports teams, writing for a local newspaper, helping out at a local radio station, or joining clubs or societies around issues like animal rights, film, drama, fashion, integrated medicine, and more.

Evening at a West End Play/Theatre Show

From the long-standing Phantom of the Opera to The Mouse Trap, Matilda to Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Othello to Macbeth, you’ll have your pick of world-class entertainment in London’s West End. Keep your agenda open and enjoy performances by Benedict Kumberbach or Daniel Radcliffe. London and its magnificent theaters and actors are always ready to welcome you.

Afternoon Tea

If you visit England and don’t have tea, then you were never here! Indulge in a lovely hot cuppa poured in fine-bone china, try scones with jam and Devonshire clotted cream, and nosh on finger sandwiches and delicious pastries. Welcome to the UK—please feel at home!

Wellness Activities

In addition to the many fitness activities and clubs available to you through our local partner institutions, CEA CAPA also organizes wellness activities. Opportunities vary by term, but past activities include running events, hiking trips, and yoga classes. You’re encouraged to participate and stay active during your study abroad experience!

Content Creator Program

Want to build your digital portfolio while you study abroad? Join the CEA CAPA Content Creator Program! You’ll blog, photograph, and video your experience abroad, then share them on social media.

Alumni Ambassador Program

Your study abroad adventure doesn’t have to end when your program is over. Keep sharing your study abroad love on your home campus… become an Alumni Ambassador! This internship allows you to help other students on their study abroad journeys while gaining work experience and growing your professional network.

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London Housing

London Housing

*Housing options may change term over term and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.

Available:

Semester
Summer

Students studying in London, at the CEA CAPA London Center, will be housed in apartments while abroad. These apartments are centrally located within zone 2, with easy access to public transport. You will have a kitchen in which to hone your cooking abilities, and lounge/dining area for relaxing or studying. Make London yours as you explore your new neighborhood.

Typical Commute

  • CEA CAPA London Center: Up to 60 minutes by public transport

Meals Included

  • N/A

Roommates

  • 1-3 students per room
  • 2-3 bedrooms per apartment; 4 – 7 students per apartment
  • Maximum ratio of 5:1 per bathroom

Unit Amenities

  • Shared full kitchen
  • Shared bathroom
  • Bed linens
  • Internet access
  • Washer only
  • Weekly cleaning service
  • Central heating

Additional Fees

  • Semester (Single room only): $3,300- $4,200
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Semester
Summer

Connect more directly to daily life in London’s vibrant neighborhoods when you live with local residents in a homestay. This housing option is ideal for the culture-seeking type students who’d like to engage in London’s diverse culture firsthand. Please note, this housing option is only available to students studying at the CEA CAPA London Center.

Typical Commute

  • CEA CAPA London Center: Up to 60 minutes by public transport

Meals Included

  • Breakfast and dinner daily

Roommates

  • Single room
  • 1-3 students per homestay

Unit Amenities

  • Limited kitchen
  • Shared bathroom
  • Bed linens included
  • Internet Access
  • Washer Only

Additional Fees

  • Semester (Single room only): $1,100 - $1,900

Available:

Summer

As a CEA CAPA enjoy the opportunity to live the life of a British student. Live with international, national and/or US students in a zone 2 student residence, studio with convenient access to public transportation, maximum 60 minutes commute to  the London Study Center. With lot of communal spaces and students entertainment amenities.

Typical Commute

  • CEA CAPA London Center: Up to 60 minutes by public transport

Meals Included

  • N/A

Roommates

  • 1-2 students per studio
  • 180- 400 students per residence

Unit Amenities

  • Mini Kitchenette
  • Ensuite bathroom/ Shared WC
  • Bed linens included
  • Internet access
  • Onsite Pay per use washer & dryer
  • Central heating
  • Onsite gym
  • Onsite theater
  • Onsite café
  • Onsite Study space / classrooms
  • 24/7 Front desk / security

Additional Fees

  • Single Room: TBC
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Available:

For students in the University of Westminster - Direct Enroll program only
Semester
Summer

As a CEA CAPA student at University of Westminster, enjoy the opportunity to live the life of a British student in one of the university’s residence halls – Alexander Fleming, Harrow, or Marylebone (additional fees apply). Situated near an array of energetic pubs, tasty restaurants and the city’s main public transportation lines, Westminster’s residence halls embrace the bustling city atmosphere and typically house American, international, and British students in single rooms with access to a shared kitchen. If you enjoy living in a student community and hope to make friends from all over the world, this housing option is a great fit for you.
Standard option for the Summer is Marylebone or Alexander Fleming, no additional fee.
Please note, this housing option is only available to students in the University of Westminster - Direct Enroll program.

Typical Commute

  • University of Westminster Central London from Fleming: Up to 30 minutes by public transport
  • University of Westminster Central London from Marylebone: 5-20 minutes by public transport
  • University of Westminster Harrow from Harrow: 5 minutes walking; 30 minute London underground ride to all other campuses

Meals Included

  • N/A

Roommates

  • 1 student per room
  • 180-600 students per residence hall

Unit Amenities

  • Shared full kitchen (kitchenware available at additional cost)
  • Shared-community hall bathroom at Alexander Fleming
  • Ensuite bathroom at Harrow
  • Ensuite bathroom at Marylebone (additional fee)
  • Bed linens included for summer term only
  • Internet access
  • Washer only or laundromat for a fee
  • Central heating

Additional Fees

  • Marylebone Single: $3,600 - $4,500
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While CEA CAPA highly recommends that you choose one of our London housing options provided, you also have the option to arrange independent housing. If your ideal housing scenario includes living in a particular neighborhood, having specific amenities or living with a specific person as your roommate, then independent housing could be just the ticket for you.

Use the online housing application form to request permission for this option no later than the application closure date. If your request is approved, you will receive a rebate for your housing payment, however CEA CAPA will not provide you with any assistance setting up independent housing. Keep in mind, rebates are not granted to students who move out of their CEA CAPA housing or choose to pursue independent living arrangements after the application closure date.

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Institutions

Institutions

CEA CAPA London Center
CEA CAPA London Center

The CEA CAPA London Center is centrally located in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, close to public transport, Kensington Palace, the Natural History Museum, Victoria and Albert Museums. Housed in two connected Victorian townhouses, the Center offers multiple classroom spaces and features state of-the-art technology.

CEA CAPA courses and programs are rigorous and run in strict adherence to the Forum on Education Abroad’s Standards of Good Practice. The programs are designed to support student’s personal and professional development while exploring and analyzing urban environments abroad, through in-classroom study and out-of-classroom experiences.

CEA CAPA London Center offerings include courses in wide variety of subjects including business, marketing, art, film, history, gender studies, human rights, politics, urban studies, and more.

Accreditation

Courses taught at the CEA CAPA London Center have been designed in conjunction with, and approved by, the University of Minnesota. These agreements follow the highest standards of good practice in education abroad and satisfy the rigorous requirements of the University's institutional accreditors, making credits earned at the CEA CAPA London Center easily transferable to US-accredited institutions.

Grading
Professors at the CEA CAPA London Center carefully evaluate student's work and progress throughout their academic session. When calculating final grades, instructors consider written and oral exercises, homework assignments, attendance, classroom participation, and exam performance.

The following grading scale is in use for CEA CAPA center-delivered syllabi:

DESCRIPTOR ALPHA NUMERIC GPA REQUIREMENT/EXPECTATION
Outstanding
(High Distinction)
A 93+ 4.0 Maximum grade: In addition to description for grade "A-", the participant shows detailed understanding of materials about which he or she can show independent analytical ability. This means the ability to question an issue from different perspectives and evaluate responses in an objective manner.
Excellent
(Distinction)
A- 90 - 92.99 3.7 Participant shows understanding of literature beyond the textbook/class hand-outs/class notes, and the work shows a high level of independent thought, presents informed and insightful discussion, and demonstrates a well-developed capacity for evaluation.
Very good
(High Credit)
B+ 87 - 89.99 3.3 Shows evidence of a capacity to generalize from the taught content, or the material in literature, or from class lectures in an informed manner. Also, the work demonstrates a capacity to integrate personal reflection into the discussion and an appreciation of a range of different perspectives.
Good
(Credit)
B 83 - 86.99 3.0 The work is well-organized and contains coherent or logical argumentation and presentation.
Good
(Credit)
B- 80 - 82.99 2.7 Participant shows understanding of literature beyond the textbook and/or notes, and there is evidence of additional reading.
Average
(Good Pass)
C+ 77 - 79.99 2.3 The work demonstrates a capacity to integrate research into the discussion and a critical appreciation of a range of theoretical perspectives. Also, the work demonstrates a clear understanding of the question and its theoretical implications and demonstrates evidence of additional reading.
Adequate
(Pass)
C 73 - 76.99 2.0 Shows clear understanding and some insight into the material in the textbook and notes, but not beyond. A deficiency in understanding the material may be compensated by evidence of independent thought and effort related to the subject matter.
Below Average
(Borderline Pass)
C- 70 - 72.99 1.7 Shows some understanding of the material in the textbook and notes. A deficiency in any of the above may be compensated by evidence of independent thought related to the subject matter.
Inadequate
(Borderline Fail)
D+ 67 - 69.99 1.3 Fails to show a clear understanding or much insight into the material in the textbook and notes.
Poor
(Fail)
D 60 - 66.99 1.0 Besides the above for D+, participant has not shown interest or engagement in the class work or study.
Poor
(Fail)
F <60 0 Shows little or no understanding of any of the material.
Classroom and Information

  • Classes are taught by international faculty and represent a variety of different backgrounds.
  • Periodic exams, homework assignments, and final exams will be administered.
  • Attendance in all classes is mandatory and monitored by each professor.
  • The maximum class size is 25 students, and most classes range from 10-18 students. Small class sizes mean more personalized attention from your instructors.

Amenities
  • Student Lounge
  • Study Area
  • Counseling Services
  • Travel Books & Resources
  • Computer Lab
  • Student ID
  • Printing Services
  • Multi-Media
  • Internet Access & Wi-Fi
  • Career Services
  • Academic Advising
  • Cultural Engagement
Queen Mary University of London
Queen Mary University of London

Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) is one of the world’s top research universities, and a member of the Russell Group—a selected group of the top active research universities in the UK—which holds status comparable to the Ivy League in the US.

With fourteen academic schools and over 950 modules available, Queen Mary provides ample curriculum flexibility to students. The course system used follows a flexible modular model that allows you the freedom to take modules from across the whole range of Queen Mary’s academic departments, or keep them all within one key subject area.

Students from over 160 nationalities study here, making Queen Mary one of the most diverse institutions in the world. The mix of cultural backgrounds makes campus life incredibly vibrant and exciting. Students have the opportunity to immerse themselves in London student life through over 250 campus clubs and societies, or by taking part in student union activities and events.

Queen Mary has five campuses across London, but as a CEA CAPA student, you’ll study on the original and traditional Mile End campus in vibrant and trendy East London. 

Accreditation

The University of Westminster is recognized by the UK's Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education. Queen Mary's School of Business and Management is also accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

Grading
Queen Mary grades on a 100-point scale, as follows. Please keep in mind that it is not very common for students to score above a 70.

  • Grade A = 70-100%

  • Grade B = 60-60.9% 

  • Grade C = 50-59.9% 

  • Grade D = 45-49.9%

  • Grade E = 40-44.9% 

  • Fail = 0.39.9% 

Classroom and Information

  • Periodic exams, homework assignments, and final exams will be administered.
  • Attendance in all classes is mandatory and monitored by each professor.
  • Teaching styles in England may differ from those in the U.S. Be prepared to adapt to different classroom structures and coursework expectations.
  • Lecture and seminar class sizes range between 15 and 60 students. You will attend class with CEA CAPA participants, international students, and host nationals.

Amenities
  • Clubs & Organizations
  • Student Center
  • Student Union
  • Student Lounge
  • Study Area
  • Counseling Services
  • Student Health Services
  • University Library
  • Computer Lab
  • Printing Facilities
  • Student ID
  • Internet Access & Wi-Fi
  • Academic Advising
  • Student Sports Teams
  • Dining Facilities
  • Bookstore
  • Chaplaincy
University of Westminster
University of Westminster

Originally established in 1838 as the Royal Polytechnic Institution, the University of Westminster (UW) has a student body of over 20,000 and is a leader in research and education. Over 4,000 international students a year choose to study at UW, making it one of the top 15 UK institutions for overseas students. Based in the heart of London's West End, it brings together all the conveniences of a modern university with the exciting atmosphere of a bustling, cosmopolitan city. UW has four campuses, three in the heart of the city.

If you are a semester or academic year student, you’ll take courses at the Regent Street, Cavendish, Marylebone, or Harrow campuses, each of which is close to all the major public transport links. If you're a summer student, you'll take courses at the Regent Street or Harrow campus.

Accreditation

The University of Westminster is recognized by the UK's Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education.

Grading

English professors assume that you are there to learn and they typically do not take responsibility for your learning, so you may find that you don’t have the same system of accountability that you are used to at your home school. You are responsible for knowing the subject matter and researching topics related to your course. In addition, many English professors will not give feedback about how you are doing. Grades are usually based on a final exam, paper, or oral presentation. Quizzes, homework assignments, and midterms are rare. Even though homework is not assigned to you, you will still be responsible for knowing the material at the end of the semester.

The University of Westminster grades on a 100-point scale with 70+ equaling an ”A+”. Please keep in mind that it is not very common for students to score above a 70.

UK PERCENTAGE MARK (%)

VERBAL DESCRIPTION

U.S. GRADE COMPARISON

70+

EXCELLENT – outstanding performance with only minor errors

A+

66-69

VERY GOOD – above the average standard but with some errors

A

64-65

A-

60-63

B+

54-59

GOOD – generally sound work with a number of notable errors

B

50-53

B-

46-49

SATISFACTORY – fair but with significant shortcomings

C+

44-45

C

40-43

C-

38-39

SUFFICIENT – performance meets the minimum criteria

D+

36-37

D

35

D-

0-34

FAIL – Less than 35% achieved overall

F

Classroom and Information

  • International UW faculty teach electives.
  • Periodic exams, homework assignments, and final exams will be administered.
  • Attendance in all classes is mandatory and monitored by each professor.
  • Teaching styles in England may differ from those in the U.S. Be prepared to adapt to different classroom structures and coursework expectations.
  • Lecture and seminar class sizes range between 15 and 60 students. You will attend class with CEA CAPA participants, international students, and host nationals.

Amenities
  • Student Offices
  • Clubs & Organizations
  • Student Government
  • Student Union
  • Student Lounge
  • Study Room
  • Counseling Services
  • Student Health Services
  • Travel Books & Resources
  • University Library
  • Computer Lab
  • Printing Facilities
  • Student ID
  • Multi-Media
  • Internet Access & Wi-Fi
  • Career Services
  • Academic Advising
  • Tutoring
  • Fitness Facilities
  • Student Sports Teams
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Dining Facilities
  • Copy & Mail Center
  • On-campus ATM
  • Bookstore
  • Chaplaincy
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