London, England IQP E 09 or D 10

At A Glance

Terms – E 2009 or D 2010

Project opportunities – IQP

Housing – Double dormitory-style rooms with phone and internet access

Co-Directors– Professors Golding and Krueger

Preparation – 1/2 unit preparation activity

Application deadline – September 25, 2008 (before 1:00 pm)

LOCATION

Newsweek has dubbed London “the coolest city on the planet.” It is home to some of the world’s most vibrant theatre and music, outstanding museums, and ambitious architecture. London was once the center of an empire, and today it is the political, economic and media hub of the British Isles, with an influence that continues to radiate well beyond its borders. A designated long weekend makes possible travel to Scotland, Wales, or Ireland and students can also plan shorter trips to places such as Oxford or Canterbury.

PROJECTS

At the London Project Centre, many projects deal directly with climate change and sustainable development in the urban environment. Student teams provide practical recommendations to local governments on improving recycling, reducing electricity use, and increasing reliance on renewable energy, among other strategies for fulfilling ambitious commitments to reduced carbon emissions. An equally large share of project activity supports education and outreach activities at such famous museums as the Tower of London, the Dickens Museum, and the Museum of Science. Most London Centre projects challenge students with important problems that make a real difference to the project sponsors and the citizens with whom they work.

ESTIMATED EXPENSES:

Estimated Out-of-Pocket Expenses	$ 750 $ 75 $ 300 $ 850 $ 500 $1,000 $3,475	Round trip travel to site Taxi from residence to airport On site commuting costs Groceries Dining out (10 x term) Weekend tourist activities & incidentals Estimated total out-of-pocket expenses
Expenses Included on your WPI Bill	$3,300	Housing and Program Expenses
Estimated Total Expenses	$6,775	Tuition and WPI On-Campus Housing NOT INCLUDED

Subject to change due to fluctuations in exchange rate

Note:

In calculating the extra expense to participate in an off-campus project experience, compare this figure to expenses incurred while living on campus (groceries or meal plan, entertainment expenses, transportation, etc.)

Travel Dates:

Arrive on site: Saturday, March 13, 2010
Depart site: Saturday, May 1, 2010
Housing is provided beginning and ending on the dates determined. Students who plan to arrive earlier or stay later will need to make their own accomodation arrangements outside of those dates.