University of Wisconsin - Stout

A Study Abroad Experience in London, England

Coursework offered for Apparel Design and Development Majors

Program Costs:
Semester (Fall or Spring): $9,063
Summer: $9,072
Summer Dates: Early July – Mid August
Fall Dates: September – December
Spring Dates: January – April
Deadline for Summer: February 15, 2008
Deadline for Fall: February 15, 2008
Deadline for Spring: October 1, 2008
Updated: November 29, 2007

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Program Description

London College of Fashion (LCF) is the only college in the UK to specialize in fashion education, research and consultancy.  With an international reputation for fashion education, we offer a unique portfolio of courses from fashion design and technology, management and marketing to communication, promotion and image creation.  LCF’s aim is to reflect the breadth of opportunity available in this vibrant industry.  Colleges located throughout the city, students of University of the Arts London are members of an inspiring, multi-cultural and diverse environment.  The study abroad program at the London College of Fashion (LCF) is a self contained program of 50-100 international students.  Students complete the program as a cohort and are not integrated with other degree seeking LCF students.  The college was founded in 1906 and is part of the University of the Arts London, Europe’s largest university built around art, design, communication, fashion and the performing arts.  London College of Fashion has been offering programs to international students for over 20 years.  More information can be found on the internet at the LCF website below: http://www.fashion.arts.ac.uk/

London, England

map of EnglandThe program takes place in the center of London, the capital city of England.  A city of 7.5 million people, London is known for its several prime fashion districts such as Soho, Bond Street, Brick Lane and Covent Garden.  Of the six campuses that make up LCF, two are in the retail district of Oxford Street- an area known to locals and tourists as a primary retail location.  Among several attractions throughout London, the LCF campuses are within commuting distance to destinations such as the Victoria and Albert Museum, the National Gallery, the Design Museum, and several fashion neighborhoods.  Visits to these attractions round out the experience of studying fashion in the heart of the international fashion capital.  London’s public transit system also offers opportunities to visit every corner of London. As one of the world’s major hubs, London has museums, culture and entertainment unparalleled by any other place in the world. If you are looking for a true big city experience, London is the best place study abroad. Its location also makes it ideal for visiting the rest of the UK and Europe.   

Courses

During the semester or summer students will take 12 credits.  Students will choose specifically tailored apparel design courses.  A meeting with the Apparel Design and Development program director is advised for confirmation of credit transfer.  A one credit internship is also available.  Placements occur after arrival to LCF where students are interviewed by the Internship Coordinator and Study Abroad Director for appropriate placement.  A trip to Paris is also part of the program at LCF during summer and semester options.  It is included in the summer program fees; however it is optional for the semester experience.  Participation in the trip is highly recommended.  A portfolio of your experience will be required upon return to UW-Stout.  The ADD program director or your advisor can advise more thoroughly of the portfolio expectations.

For a listing of course information, see the following website: http://www.fashion.arts.ac.uk/courses/12828.htm

Estimated Costs

Students will pay a program fee to UW-Stout to cover the cost of tuition, health insurance, student activity fees and laptop fees. All other expenses, including housing and personal expenses are paid directly by students. Eligible students can use their financial aid to help pay these expenses. Costs are subject to change and can vary due to exchange rates, host institution increases, travel to, from and within the host country, and personal spending habits. UW-Stout students automatically receive a $750 scholarship to attend AIU, which is factored into tuition and fee costs.

Fall or Spring:
Estimated Program Cost: $9063
Estimated Housing Costs: $6,320
Estimated Personal Expenses: $5,597
Total Estimated Costs: $20,980

Summer:
Estimated Program Cost: $9.072
Estimated Housing Costs: $3,180
Estimated Personal Expenses: $5,597
Total Estimated Costs: $17,849

For further breakdown of all estimated costs, please contact the Office of International Education (below).

Eligibility

At the time of participation, students are recommended to be at Junior status. Students must have a GPA of 3.0 and be in good academic standing.

Housing and Meals

Students will live with other international students in single room apartment style flats. Each room has a private bathroom. Kitchen facilities are shared. The flats are a 20-30 minute subway or bus ride from the LCF campuses. Meals are not part of the housing cost. Students will buy and prepare their own meals.

Students also have the option of finding their own housing upon arrival to London.

Passport/Visa

All students must have a valid US passport for entrance into the United Kingdom.  The current passport fee is $100.  If students already have a US passport, be sure to check the dates of validity.  It must be valid for six months beyond the return date to the US. Students will also be required to apply for Entry Clearance before their arrival in London.  More information will be provided by the Office of International Education.

Application Procedures

Please make an appointment with the Office of International Education (OIE), 400 Bowman Hall, to review and receive application materials. Completed forms are returned to OIE. At time of application, a $100 nonrefundable application fee is paid to the Student Business Services Office located in the Administration Building at time of application. Once accepted by UW-Stout, a $200 nonrefundable service fee will be required to hold a place in the program.

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