University of East Anglia, Norwich
| University
of East Anglia
A perfect opportunity to live life as a British student for a semester or academic year. This exchange program is open to students of all majors. |
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What is it like there?
The University
of East Anglia (UEA), located in Norwich was founded in 1963. With
about 13,000 students in 23 schools of study (departments), UEA is one
of the top schools in the U.K. The campus is located just two miles outside
of downtown Norwich on 320 acres of parkland. Full details are available on UEA's exchange student website.
Norwich is a medieval city dating back to Saxon times. By 1066 it was one of the largest towns in England. The city's past is felt in the cobble stone streets, cathedrals and ancient buildings. With a population of about 120,000, Norwich is also an exciting city, packed with night clubs, restaurants, wine bars, book shops, shopping and museums. The Norfolk Broads, with their miles of sailing and cruising waters, are within easy reach of the city. Cambridge is just over 60 miles away and the train to London takes just under 2 hours.
What will I study?
The University of East Anglia is a comprehensive university with the possibility
of courses in many subject
areas. Almost every major at UMSL is represented in the curriculum.
Exchange students are fully integrated into the university: you will be
attending class and living with Brits and students from throughout the
world.
What is the language of instruction?
English.
Where will I live?
UEA guarantees single accommodation in residences to single international
students on semester or year study abroad programs. Each residence contains
a number of fully-furnished, centrally-heated, single rooms grouped around
a shared kitchen. Kitchens are equipped with fridge, freezer and oven
or microwave; residents provide their own cooking utensils, crockery and
cutlery. Students also provide their own bed linen.
Room types
There are three different types of accommodation available at UEA
Type 1 Standard single study bedroom in Norfolk Terrace, Suffolk Terrace,
Waveney Terrace, Orwell/Wolfson Close. These rooms share a communal kitchen/common
room and also bathroom facilities.
Type 2 En-suite single study bedrooms in Nelson Court or Constable Terrace. These rooms have their own shower, washbasin and lavatory and share a kitchen/common room.
Type 3 En-suite single study bedrooms in University Village. University Village is made up of 17 blocks of flats about 8 minutes walk away from the centre of campus. Flats have 6 or 8 single en-suite study bedrooms with a shared kitchen/common room.
When can I go?
Students may study at UEA for the fall, winter, or academic year.
The fall semester runs from mid-September through mid-December, and the spring semester is mid-January through mid-June with a one month break in March or April. UEA academic calendar.
What are the eligibility requirements?
Students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and be a junior or
senior.
How can I learn more?
Visit UEA's
website, stop by the Study Abroad Office in 261 MSC to browse their catalog
and returnee evaluations, or to make an appointment to discuss this program with a study
abroad advisor, call 516-5229.
How much does it cost?
Below are the 2009-2010 estimated costs for Spring term (5 months) at University of
East Anglia compared to a semester at UM-St. Louis. Note: Fall semester
is shorter (3 1/2 months) and therefore living expenses will be lower.
When you participate in a UM-St. Louis exchange program, like University of East Anglia, you continue to pay UMSL tuition and may use your financial aid. In addition, both CIS and external scholarships are available.
| University of East Anglia |
UM-St. Louis | |
| Educational Fees1 | $2,947.20 | $2,947.20 |
| Information Technology Fee | $146.40 | $146.40 |
| Student Facility, Activity, & Health Fee | $0.00 | $418.68 |
| Housing2 | $3,100.00 | $2,805.00 |
| Meals3 | $2,100.00 | $1,698.00 |
| Airfare (St. Louis - Norwich) | $1,250.00 | |
| Books | $400.00 | $400.00 |
| Miscellaneous4 | $650.00 | |
| Total Estimated Cost5 | $10,593.60 | $8,415.28 |
1 Educational fees are based on 12 credit hours. Non-resident fees may apply.
2 Housing cost based on single room.
3 UMSL cost based on Option 3 Plus Meal Plan.
4 Includes transportation and mandatory international insurance.
5 Please note that expenses are ESTIMATES. Costs vary depending on the exchange rate, the inflation rate, individual spending habits, and amount of extra travel. The cost estimate above does not include personal expenses or independent travel, which vary widely from student to student.
How to Apply/Application Process:
To apply, please visit the Study Abroad Application Deadlines & Procedures page.
Mandatory Pre-Departure Orientation:
All UM-St. Louis students who study abroad are required to attend pre-departure orientation. This session will cover registration and financial aid, credit transfer, travel, health and safety topics, culture shock, and much more. Details and location.
Last modified January 5, 2010