London, England E 2012 & D2013

Term – E 2012 & D 2013

Project Opportunities – IQP

Housing – Studios with separate single bedrooms

Co-Directors – Professors Dominic Golding & Robert Krueger

Preparation – 1/2 unit preparation activity in D 2012 & C 2013 respectively

Application Deadline – September 29, 2011 (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. Many interesting cities (e.g., Bath, Brighton, Oxford) and tourist attractions (e.g., Stonehenge) are within easy reach, and a designated long weekend allows students to travel further afield in the UK and the rest of Europe.

PROJECTS

At the London Project Center, many projects deal directly with sustainable development in the urban environment. Sustainable development is at the intersection of environment, economy and social equity. Student teams work with local governments and/or NGOs on strategies to encourage recycling, and increase the use of renewable energy and they work with the disadvantaged on community development. An equally large share of project activity supports education and outreach activities at famous museums, such as the Tower of London, the British Museum, and the Museum of Science. The London Center projects challenge students with important problems that make a real difference to the project sponsors and the citizens they serve.

Estimated Out-of-Pocket Expenses*	Amount	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 to site (RT airfare)	$ 850

On site commuting costs	$ 450
Groceries	$ 850
Dining out (10 x term)	$ 500
Weekend tourist activities & incidentals	$1,000
Estimated total out-of-pocket expenses	$3,650
Expenses included on your WPI bill*	Amount
Housing and program expenses	$3,600
Estimated Total expenses	$7,250	*Tuition and on-campus housing not included.*
* Subject to change due to fluctuations in exchange rate

London, England E 2012 & D2013

LOCATION

PROJECTS

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