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Your Open Campus Block in London situates you in one of the world's most influential global cities, known for its history, cultural diversity, and dynamic pace, while allowing you to design an experience that aligns with your academic interests and personal goals. You'll enroll in CIEE courses and online courses taught through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Co-curricular and extracurricular opportunities might include exploring iconic landmarks like the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace, discovering world-class museums such as the British Museum or Tate Modern, and experiencing the city's vibrant theater scene in the West End. London offers a setting where global culture, history, and contemporary life come together in constantly evolving ways.
Unique Experiences
Engage in activities
that showcase the UK's cultural heritage
Check out London's arts scene
when you attend exhibitions, theater performances, and cultural events
Customize your study abroad experience
by staying in London or adding on blocks at other CIEE Open Campus locations
London is the UK's innovative, forward-thinking city, offering an inspiring environment for students of all disciplines. Spend 6-, 12-, or 18-weeks exploring London's world-class institutions, thriving startup scene, and historic landmarks like the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. Whether you're studying business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, London is the perfect place to study abroad.
Housing
CIEE London offers a range of housing options, including residence halls or shared apartments, to ensure you're comfortable in your home away from home. All housing options are located in neighborhoods with convenient access to public transportation, shops, cafés, and eateries.
Unmatched Flexibility: Spend one, two, or three consecutive 6-week blocks in the same host city or travel between cities for a comparative cultural experience.
Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses and online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.
Community Impact Initiative: Get involved with local organizations through service opportunities that address real community needs while building cross-cultural connections and hands-on experience.
Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit academic project that aligns with your goals, qualifications, resume, and availability of placements.
Activities
CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in London will open doors for you to explore England's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.
Samples of excursions and activities:
Explore Oxford or Cambridge with walking tours through some of the famous beautiful colleges
Tour London’s world-class art galleries, from The National Gallery to Tate Modern where you can see art by international contemporary artists
Learn about the legacies of post-colonialism with a visit to the Museum of London’s Sugar exhibition
Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.
Academics
CIEE London: Study in the Bloomsbury district, one of London’s most vibrant neighborhoods set in the academic and literary heart of the city. CIEE London features classrooms, a student lounge, a library, a study space, a student life office, an academic advising office, a café, and a garden terrace.
Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.
View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.
Internships
As a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, London is home to various opportunities in fintech, nonprofits, and communications. Interns engage in dynamic work environments, blending professional growth with history and culture. The city's multicultural atmosphere fosters networking and collaboration, enhancing the overall experience.
Industry options include:
Business Management and Administration
Finance
Information Technology
1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!
GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!
Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.
Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation – an introduction to your academic program, plus practical information about living in your host city
Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Why CIEE
200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
Study tours and cultural activities included
Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
iNext Travel Protection included
Questions?
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