An Exchange Experience in Southampton, England
Coursework offered in Apparel Design and Development, Applied Sciences, Art and Design, Business and Management, Education, Engineering Technology, Information Technology, Psychology, Special Education, Vocational Rehabilitation, and General Education
Estimated Cost: $3,845
Spring Dates: February – Mid June
Deadline for Spring: October 1
Number of Positions: 3-4
Updated: October 22, 2008
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Program Description
Students at the University of Wisconsin-Stout have the opportunity to study for one semester at Southampton Solent University in England. This exchange is designed for students who want an opportunity to gain international experience in Europe while earning credit toward graduation at UW-Stout. It would enable students to experience first hand the cultural similarities and differences of living, studying and possibly working in another country. The self-confidence, knowledge and skills gained from the experience will be a valuable asset when students graduate and begin their careers.
Southampton, England
Serving over 15,000 British and international students, Southampton Solent University offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in over 30 areas including business, leisure management, fashion, computing, construction, engineering and social sciences. The University’s courses are vocationally oriented and targeted toward the world of work. The modern classrooms, residence halls, library and large sports hall with fitness rooms, sauna, swimming pool, sailing and playing fields provide a pleasant living environment and many opportunities for recreation. The University is located in the center of the port city of Southampton, England on the English Channel sea coast about one hour by train from London. A ferry service and airport link the city to France and the continent of Europe just across the Channel, making it an excellent location from which to explore the rest of Europe. With a population of nearly 200,000 residents, including 30,000 university students, Southampton is home to activities ranging from Shakespeare theater, opera, ballet and classical music to cinemas, and discos. After visiting Southampton’s historic medieval wall, monuments, parks, gardens, and museums, students can take short excursions to nearby historical sites such as Stonehenge, Salisbury and Winchester cathedrals, the resort beaches along the coast and the city of London.
Courses
Southampton offers a wide variety of courses in the study areas of art and design, business and finance, computing, engineering, environment, human and social science, law, leisure, sport and tourism, technology, maritime, media, film and journalism.
Classes at Southampton typically meet once per week for lecture and 2-3 times per week for smaller seminars. In the seminars students are usually expected to work with other students to prepare and present reports based on reading, research or assigned projects. Often instructors do not use textbooks but ask students to synthesize material from a number of sources related to the subject. Grades are usually based on the results of one or more seminar projects and a three hour written exam at the end of the course.
Estimated Costs
Exchange students pay their regular tuition and academic fees to the University of Wisconsin-Stout. Passport fees, airfare, housing, meals, and personal expenses are paid directly by the student. The actual program cost will vary depending on personal lifestyle and current exchange rates.
Spring Term (Recommended):
Estimated Program Cost: $3,543
- Non-Residents add: $3,162
- Midwest Exchange Residents add: $1,142
Estimated Housing Costs: $3,200
Estimated Personal Expenses: $4,800
Total Estimated Costs: $11,543
For further breakdown of all estimated costs, please contact the Office of International Education (below).
Eligibility
Junior or Senior with 2.75 GPA and approval from program director or academic advisor.
Housing and Meals
Students have a choice between living in the campus residence halls or in a less expensive private room with a family. All residence halls provide single rooms, common kitchen and laundry facilities and many rooms have private bathrooms at extra costs. Some private lodgings off campus offer full or partial board while others are self-catering. Availability of rooms in residence halls is not guaranteed, but the accommodation office assists students to find private housing off campus. Housing will cost about $100 – 140 per week depending on type of room. Private rooms with full board run about $140 per week. The campus does have a cafeteria, but students may wish to prepare their own meals or should take private housing with meals included.
Passport/Visa
All students must have a valid US passport for entrance into the United Kingdom. The current passport fee is $100. Students should apply for their passport by no later than October to ensure spring participation. 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.
Application Procedures
Students will then need to 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.
For More Information
- Please contact OIE for an appointment to discuss your Study Abroad options and receive application materials.
715/232-2132, E-mail: globaled@uwstout.edu