London, UK - London South Bank University Direct Enrollment 

By studying abroad at London South Bank University (LSBU) you will get to experience life in one of the world’s most diverse cities, at a university populated with students from over 130 countries. You will learn in an institution equipped with excellent facilities and from a teaching body who are professionals in their fields. Our campus university is located close to some of London’s most famous landmarks such as Big Ben, Piccadilly Circus and Buckingham Palace, among others. Students also have the option of living in one of our Halls of Residence which are located just minutes from the university. Upon completion you will become a member of our alumni association, entitling you to a discount on postgraduate studies at LSBU.

As an International Study Abroad student you will be able to choose modules from across the University. In addition to the three modules chosen, all Study Abroad students take one of our Study Abroad specific modules: ‘London: City of Change’ or ‘Made in London’. These allow students to learn about the history, culture, and fashion of London with specialist teaching. Within these, there is the opportunity to take tailored trips exclusive to international Study Abroad students to places such as The Royal Museums Greenwich and Shakespeare’s Globe.

For information on the program and the application, go to: https://www.lsbu.ac.uk/international/study-abroad/international-study-abroad?

Eligibility

University of Massachusetts Boston students only. Undergraduate and graduate students who have currently completed at least one year of full-time study with the most recent semester completed at UMass Boston are eligible. Students must be in good academic standing (at least 2.75 GPA) with no disciplinary problems. No language requirement is necessary. 

Courses

For the module directory, go here: https://www.lsbu.ac.uk/international/study-abroad/international-study-abroad Scroll through the module options in each department. 
Internships

LSBU are proud to offer credit-earning internships to all international Study Abroad students in a variety of businesses and institutions. After a successful interview, you will be placed in a role that best serves your individual needs, interests, ability, and academic background within commuting distance. You will have the chance to become a professional member of the team that you are working in, which means you will need to attend your placement each week during your stay (unless agreed otherwise with your internship provider). To learn about the internship application process, please visit the MyLSBU Study Abroad pages.

To complete an internship at LSBU you will have to obtain a Tier 4 visa.  For more information about visa application see our visas page.

Summer Program at LSBU

Spend up to 6 weeks of your summer in central London whilst earning credits to contribute to your degree. Living just minutes away from the world-famous sights of the city, you will be able to access London’s numerous museums, art galleries, restaurants and shops. Our programmes give you the chance to gain academic credits by studying some of our most exciting modules all delivered by first class academics. You also have the chance to take an internship during the summer, which will provide you with international experience that could help you to stand out above the rest! If you want to spend your summer exploring one of the world’s finest cities, whilst earning academic credits, then this is the programme for you.

Program Options: 

4-week study: total 40 UK credits (6-10 US credits)

Link for more information: http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/international/study-abroad/international-summer-schools

6-week study and internship: total 40 UK credits (4-10US)
*Note on internships: Your department must review internships and determine if you can receive credit for one. Please see your major department for details on internships abroad. 

Link for more information: http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/international/study-abroad/international-summer-schools
 

Housing

Housing is available in one of LSBU's residences. The University has four residences which, in total, contain 1,400 single study bedrooms. Each residence is ideally placed for easy access to the Southwark Campus. They are all near public transport connections with an underground station approximately 5 minutes walk away.

For further information visit Residences.

 

Semester Costs

Fees per semester for 2019/2020: 

• Tuition fees (undergrad): £6,075
• Accommodation Options: https://residences.lsbu.ac.uk/apply/

How to apply:

1. You must submit an application directly to LSBU: http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/international/study-abroad/international-study-abroad
2. You must also submit an application through UMass Boston (click apply at the bottom of this page). 
3. You will receive an acceptance letter from LSBU and your UMB application will be marked eligible once it is reviewed. Once you receive your eligibility check and acceptance letter from LSBU, complete all necessary post-acceptance paperwork. (course transfer, online checklist, pre-departure orientation, study abroad fee payment)
4. Check if you will need a visa to study in the UK here. https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa