The Semester in Wales program begins with an interdisciplinary three-week course on British life and culture, after which students will enroll in regular courses offered by the university. Particular emphasis is placed on the regional distinctiveness of Wales as part of the United Kingdom. Students typically receive 4 credits for the initial three-week course and 12 credits for coursework for a total of 16 credits. The seven teaching facilities at the University of Swansea provide a wide variety of courses.
| Location: | Great Britain |
| Host Institution: | University of Wales Swansea |
| Fields of Study: | Swansea offers a wide variety of courses from 35 departments and schools which cover the arts, business studies, economic and social studies, engineering, health care studies, law and science. Internships for credit are also offered. There are new programs in Screenwriting, Egyptology and War & Society. Modules (classes) can be accessed at: http://adminwww.swan.ac.uk/catalogue/ |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Dates: | Fall / Spring Semester |
| No. of Credits: | Typically, 3 credits for the initial three-week course, and 12 credits for coursework for a total of 15 credits. |
| Application Deadline: | Priority Deadlines Spring: October 15, Fall: March 1 |
| Admission Criteria: | Undergraduate 3.0+ GPA in major recommended |
| Number of Participants: | Unlimited |
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| Program Structure: | Fee-paid direct enrollment | |
| Program Site Resources: | University of Wales Swansea website: http://www.swan.ac.uk/sao/ | |
| Housing: | Included in program fee. Meals are not included. | |
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