Degree Details
The London Art History program offers Boston University undergraduate students the opportunity to take classes at the Courtauld Institute of Art at the University of London and at the BU London Academic Center, during the fall term only. The Courtauld Institute is world-renowned and one of Britain’s preeminent art institutes. Students will take three courses at the Courtauld and one course at the BU London Academic Center concurrently for a total of 16 units.
Key Facts
Area of Study
Location
Home University
Program Structure
Internship Availability
Term
Coursework Level
BU Hub Offered
Housing
Language of Instruction
Requirements & Considerations
- All students must enroll according to, and remain in compliance with, the Boston University Study Abroad Course Load Policy.
- Preference given to juniors and seniors with a GPA of at least a 3.5
- Final admission decisions are made by the Courtauld
- Admission requirements for all programs
Curriculum
The BU/Courtauld program includes two required 4-unit seminar classes, one taken at the BU London Academic Center and one taken at the Courtauld Institute alongside second year BA History of Art students. More information about the Courtauld Institute and its offerings can be found on their “Studying at the Courtauld” page.
Housing & Student Services
Apartment Style Residence
- Accommodations for the Fall and Spring term London Programs are residence hall style suites in BU’s own housing. Bedrooms consist of doubles, triples, and quads and all bedrooms come with an en suite bathroom. Please note housing for Fall and Spring programs in London may differ from housing provided during London Summer programs, where students are generally commuting to both their classes and internships.
- Fully equipped kitchens are available within BU housing. Kitchens are shared between approximately 6-14 students.
- Board is not included in this program. Students are responsible for budgeting their own cost of meals.
- BU London does not have dining hall facilities, but there are ample grocery stores, restaurants, and other amenities in the immediate areas surrounding the residences.
- All buildings are within walking distance to local transportation, including the London Tube and bus systems. Students commute to their internships using public transportation.
- Card-operated laundry facilities are located in the basements of all residences. Cost of laundry is not included in the program fee.
- Students have access to the BU London Library for research and printing purposes. For recreational and social activities, students may take advantage of the BU London Social Programme as well as the clubs and societies of Imperial College London.
- Wi-Fi is available throughout all the BU buildings.
Program Dates
This program follows rolling admissions and may fill before the official deadline.
FALL TERM
Program Dates
Late August to Mid-December
FALL TERM
Applications Open
December 15
FALL TERM
Application Deadline
March 1
This program is not on a rolling admissions cycle. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that all required materials have been received by the BU Study Abroad office by the application deadline. Decisions will not be made until after the application deadline. Applicants will receive their decision via email.
Information on other programs that do not follow a rolling admissions cycle and information for BU Students Awaiting an Admissions Decision can be found here.
Cost & Financial Considerations
- 2025/2026 Tuition and Fees: $42,284
- Cost includes tuition, housing, program related activities, administrative fee, overseas medical insurance, and emergency evacuation coverage.
- Estimated program budget, including cost of living expenses.
- Grants and Scholarships available
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