Spend January Term in the cosmopolitan city of London, England, with AIFS! Study history or literature at the AIFS Global Education Center in London. The Center is located in Kensington, one of the most picturesque areas of central London.
The AIFS inclusive program fee includes all of the great features below in addition to many pre-departure, on-site and upon-return services to help students make the most of their time abroad.
Review Our PoliciesUp to 3 semester credits
Courses in fashion, history, marketing, sociology
Double rooms in a student residence
Oxford (day trip)
Such as a sightseeing tour of London, a traditional afternoon tea, a day trip to Oxford, visits to London’s museums, galleries and landmarks and exploration of London’s diverse neighborhoods
To help you get to know your classmates better, familiarize you with the local area and advise you about your stay
To help with any questions or advice you may need throughout the program
24/7 emergency support and comprehensive insurance
Round trip flights U.S.-London-U.S
Round trip transfers between the airport and campus overseas
Internet access is included in all AIFS London housing.
London has a diverse range of peoples and cultures, and more than 300 languages are spoken within its boundaries. London had topped 9 million people in 2020.
London is home to numerous museums, galleries, libraries, sporting events and other cultural institutions, including the British Museum, National Gallery, Tate Modern, British Library and 40 West End theaters.
London’s transportation system is also renowned, and the London Underground is the oldest underground railway network in the world. A London Transport travel pass is included in your program fee.
Dr. Elizabeth Wesner
An avid traveler, Elizabeth is the Head of Student Services at the AIFS Global Education Center in London, having settled in the U.K. after working abroad in various international education programs for over ten years. The student experience is at the heart of Elizabeth’s work, and she strives to ensure an excellent outcome for all students. Her work experience outside the U.K. includes teaching language and culture classes across the U.S., South Korea and China, and her graduate research included topics in multicultural education, educational access, and how students in different countries view and utilize study abroad. Prior to coming to AIFS Elizabeth worked in the International Studies Office at the University of Virginia and served as both Assistant Dean and Program Director at Florida International University’s China center.
The Resident Director leads a team of staff who provide you with advice and support during the program. An Academic team is also on hand to assist you with your courses and provide academic support in London.
Learning does not begin or end in the classroom. To help you get a true taste of British life the AIFS staff organizes an active social and cultural program. Activities may include:
Specific activities for your program will be confirmed prior to the program start date. Besides arranged activities and visits you will undertake as part of the course you select, there is always something going on in and around London. Your Resident Director will give you all the information you need to find events and activities that interest you.
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Students can select an optional transportation package for all AIFS programs. Students who choose to book their own flights should meet up with group at the program location and will need to make their own ground transportation arrangements.
Below are fees by departure city based on average historical costs and subject to change. If you select this option on your application, the total flight package price will be confirmed in your account 6 months prior to departure. (Program fee is guaranteed.)
For more dates or questions, contact your program consultant:
(203) 399-5163 or email: aifsabroad@aifs.com
Social identity & access
One of the best things you can do before departure is enter into the journey knowing that your time abroad will be unique to this experience. The resources, community, and support available to you when abroad will likely be different as well. In order to help you prepare for your experience, we have compiled many resources about social identity and access in specific locations abroad. Your program staff will also provide you with more details pre-departure and during orientation.
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