London School of Education Program

BU students in the field of education have the opportunity to gain international teaching experience through Boston University’s School of Education and Roehampton University, a leader in teacher education. Situated in a parkland setting in southwest London, Roehampton is one of the largest teacher training centers in Great Britain, with approximately one-third of its 8,000 students enrolled in teacher certification programs. The program includes specialized coursework in cross-cultural studies and a 10 credit practicum teaching in a community institution.

Program Details

Requirements	Boston University students only Admissions requirements for all programs
Program Dates	Fall Semester: late August to mid December Depart U.S.: August 28, 2011 Program Arrival: August 29, 2011 (Housing check-in by noon) Depart England: December 17, 2011 Please note that this program is only offered during the fall semester.
Cost	Fall 2011 Tuition & Fees: $24,564 per semester Cost includes tuition, housing, airfare from designated U.S. cities, field trips, and emergency travel assistance coverage. The cost for 2012 has not yet been announced and will be subject to approval by the Board of Trustees at Boston University. Additional expenses for the fall. Financial aid is available.
Credits	Upon successful completion of the program, students earn fourteen Boston University credits. Students must enroll for a total of fourteen credits.
Housing	Students live in shared suites in Boston University’s own housing. All housing is within walking distance of the BU London Academic  Center. Suites vary in size (from 2 to 13 occupants), configuration, and style of decoration, but most consist of shared bedrooms with Internet access, shower room, and a kitchen/common area.
Application Deadlines	Fall Semester: March 15

Program Staff

All Boston University London programs are administered in coordination with our Boston and London offices. In Boston a program manager facilitates the admissions and pre-departure procedures and maintains contact with students prior to their arrival in London. The Boston office also houses administrative personnel who are responsible for everyday operations. In London the staff comprises a resident director as well as administrative, academic, and housing personnel.