London, England IQP 08 - 09

At A Glance

Term – E 2008 & D 2009

Project opportunities – IQP

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

Director – Professor Davis

Preparation – 1/2 unit preparation activity

Application deadline – September 27, 2007 (before 1:00 pm)

LOCATION

Students at the London Project Center live in the heart of one of the world’s finest capital cities. Some of the best theater, music, and museums are found here, as well as neighborhood pubs where relaxation and conversation are age-old traditions. An historic but thoroughly modern city, London is known for its diverse cultures and interests – truly a city for everyone. London’s juxtaposition of past and present, tradition and modernity offers a rich experience to both visitors and residents.

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, installing combined-cycle heat and power plants and other strategies for fulfilling ambitious commitments to reduced carbon footprints. Another large share of project activity supports education and outreach activities at such famous museums as the Tower of London 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	$ 700 $ 75 $ 290 $ 850 $ 500 $1,000 $3,415	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	$6,715	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.)