Europe at War
London, England | Summer
Dive into history as you study the World Wars right where the conflict occurred. London was at the center of Allied war planning and bore the brunt of German aerial campaigns. This setting offers immersive ways to explore the impact of war on London through its museums and monuments. You'll visit sites of battlegrounds as well as museums and key sites. This program also explores the Holocaust and ethnic cleansing that occurred during the Yugoslav wars. Learn how war and human rights violations have shaped the international system and laws we have today. An overnight trip to a significant historical site in Europe will further deepen your study and appreciation for Europe's history.
Eligibility
This program is open to all interested undergraduate and graduate students.
Other Considerations & Requirements
Priority is given to students in good conduct standing with a GPA of 2.5 or higher; exceptions may be granted upon appeal. This program may have academic readings, images/videos, and site visits with sensitive content which some participants may find disturbing or difficult to watch.
This program includes a mandatory overnight excursion to continental Europe. Non-U.S. citizens may be required to obtain additional immigration documentation depending on the country that issued their passport. In some cases, students may need both a United Kingdom visitor visa and a Schengen visitor visa. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please email IP-Visas@fsu.edu for guidance regarding your specific circumstances.
Note: Do not purchase airline tickets until advised to do so in the IP portal.
FSU London Study Center
Housed in a historic 17th century row of townhouses, the FSU London study center is located in the heart of central London's Bloomsbury district. The FSU London study center has a computer lab, library, admin offices, a student lounge, and more. Centrally located, the study center is the perfect hub for exploring all London has to offer.
Housing
Housing is flat (or apartment) style and is located either in the study center or in comparable accommodations in central London. Each flat includes a fully-equipped kitchen, shared bathroom, and a furnished living area. Wi-Fi and a regular cleaning service with a change of bed linens and towels is included. You'll also have access to laundry facilities.
Note: Overnight guests are not allowed in program housing.
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Academics
On this program, you'll study a focused curriculum with an FSU faculty member. You’ll have the opportunity to use the city as your classroom through immersive academic experiences.
Excursions & Activities
You'll receive a program calendar before you leave; here are some examples taken from past programs of potential excursions & activities you may do:
Overnight trip: Either Normandy, France or Bruges, Belgium
Day trips: Trip to Bletchley Park, visits to significant sites of WWI & WWII including tours of battlefields and cemeteries
Academic & other local experiences: Hampton Court Palace, St. Paul's Cathedral, panoramic coach tour of London, Imperial War Museum, Churchill War Rooms, and/or walking tour of London's war memorials, West End and Off West End theater performances
Class visits: Academic guest speakers
Included in the Fee
Academic Credit
6 credit hours
Housing Abroad
Shared apartment style
Excursions & Activities
Lunch Vouchers
£100 worth
International Health Insurance
On-Site Pastoral Support
Admin & Academic Support
And More!
Transport card pre-loaded with some pay-as-you-go credit
