This program is designed to add a study abroad dimension to The
Florida State University’s baccalaureate and master’s degree programs
in International Affairs. The program offers a session in the summer and
another in the fall. Both are exceptionally rigorous academically. Prior
students have found them to be very demanding and extremely rewarding
as a result. All courses offered count toward the International Affairs major
and the International Affairs minor.
The summer session offers an exciting opportunity for undergraduate and
graduate students who wish to integrate an overseas study experience
into their International Affairs and/or Political Science curriculum. During
this session, the program utilizes locations in London and another European
city to study contemporary European policies. An excursion to the continent
may include briefings at diplomatic, European Union or international
judicial institutions. In addition to classroom meetings, students benefit
from planned activities in London, such as visits to the House of Commons
(including meetings with a Member of Parliament), guest lectures, and
visits to offices of non-governmental and international organizations.
The fall session is primarily for graduate students in International Affairs,
although undergraduate students are encouraged to participate as well.
Courses focus on current issues of European politics such as the European
Union and ethnic conflict. In addition to formal course work, the curriculum
includes briefings with officials associated with foreign affairs. In London,
these may include meetings with Members of Parliament, briefings at the
Bank of England concerning possible participation in the European single
currency, sessions at the American Embassy, guest speakers from London
universities, and representatives of multinational corporations operating
in the United Kingdom. An excursion to the continent offers students the
chance to analyze diplomatic, NATO, European Union and/or Human
Rights organizations. The London Study Centre’s group trip to Paris may
also allow students in the International Affairs program to attend briefings
at several important institutions, such as the World Bank, the International
Monetary Fund, and UNESCO Headquarters.
Eligibility
The program is open to students in International Affairs or in related disciplines.
Housing
Students stay in furnished apartments in the Florida State London Study Centre (or in comparable accommodations within central London) and in a hotel during trips to the European Continent. For information about London and the Study Center, click here. Overnight guests are not allowed in program housing. For a list of hotels near the campus, please click here.
Areas of Study:
•British Politics
•Comparative Government
•European Politics
•International Affairs
