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Sustainable Cities

Denmark, England, Sweden | AIFS Global Education Center | Summer 2023
Students in the Sustainable Cities program.

Overview

Spend a summer exploring and comparing three modern, multi-cultural, and green European cities: London, Stockholm, and Copenhagen! Experience the culture and innovation of these global leaders in sustainability. 

What’s Included

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.

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  • Tuition

    3 semester credits

  • Courses

    Course available in environmental studies, social sciences and urban planning

  • Housing

    Centrally-located tourist class hotels or hostels

  • Meals

    Daily breakfast plus welcome and farewell meals (students need to budget for daily lunch and dinner)

  • Cultural & Academic Activities

    Guest lectures by local experts, excursions, and sightseeing activities in each city

  • AIFS Travel Manager

    who will be with the group throughout the program and be available to provide local information, answer questions, take care of logistics and deal with emergencies

  • Health & Safety

    24/7 emergency support and comprehensive insurance

  • Personal/Professional Development

    Access to the renowned Clifton StrengthsFinder assessment and alumni network

  • Green Initiative

    Carbon offsetting for all participants’ flights to and from their program location

Additional Options & Opportunities

  • AIFS Flight Package

    Round-trip flights from 25 U.S. gateways

    Transfers between the airport and accommodations overseas

Program Details: Study + Travel Sustainable Cities

Please note this program will not be running in Summer 2023.

Dates

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Term

Summer

Institution

AIFS Global Education Center

Application Deadline

Inclusive Fees

$

Eligibility

Open to First Year, Sophomore, Junior, Senior

Minimum of 2.5 GPA

 Additional requirements may vary by course selection. See Academic section below.

Visa Requirements

A visa may be required for this program. Please contact your advisor or log into your portal for more information.

Areas of Interest

Global Themes

  • Global Sustainability
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Academics

AIFS Abroad offers a unique global educational experience for students on this program, with the following academic options available:

Universities

Academic credit for the Sustainability Cities program is awarded by Fairfield University. Fairfield University is a private Jesuit university founded in 1942 in Fairfield, Connecticut, well known for their commitment to international education. Fairfield is a fully accredited university and member of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. 

In 2020 Fairfield and AIFS partnered to develop a school of record relationship that will allow academic credit to be available for both Fairfield and non-Fairfield students. 

Course syllabi and faculty credentials are reviewed and approved by Fairfield University. 

Areas of Interest

Program Options

This program is a combination of lectures and seminars, with an emphasis on student attendance and participation. Students will be required to lead classroom discussion based on assigned readings and will present in groups on prepared topics. Students will critically analyze and evaluate sustainability policies and initiatives in London, Stockholm and Copenhagen and arguments from advocates and critics towards these initiatives.

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Living Abroad

Itinerary

Day 1Optional overnight flight from the U.S. to London.* 
Day 2Arrive London. Transfer to accommodation. Free time to settle in and evening group welcome meal. 

London, the capital city of England and largest city in the U.K., is one of the greenest cities in the world with over 3,000 parks and green spaces. It ranks particularly high in quality of life and public transport infrastructure.
Day 3Morning orientation with AIFS staff followed by introductory class. Afternoon sightseeing tour of London, ending at The Wellcome Trust to visit the Being Human exhibition. 
Day 4Morning class: The growth of sustainability in the U.K. Afternoon excursion to The Crystal, a sustainable cities initiative by Siemens. 
Day 5Morning class: Environmental politics in the U.K. Afternoon visit to BedZed, the U.K.’s first large scale eco-village. 
Day 6Morning class: Urban initiatives in the U.K. Afternoon on-site lecture and tour of the Greenwich Ecology Peninsula Park. 
Day 7Morning class: The economics of sustainability in the U.K. Afternoon on-site lecture and visit to Stratford Olympic Park, legacy of the 2012 London Olympics. 
Day 8Study day. 
Day 9Morning flight to Stockholm and check into accommodation. Afternoon guided walking tour of Stockholm’s Old Town. 

Stockholm, Sweden’s beautiful and elegant capital city, holds the title as the first city to be named “European Green Capital” in 2010 by the EU Commission. Made up of more than 14 islands and 50 bridges, it is also famous for its old town, Gamla Stan, and home to the Nobel Museum.
Day 10Morning visit to The Stockholm Room and its various exhibitions on urban development. Afternoon on-site lecture and tour on topic of sustainability in the city of the European Green Capital Award, including Ekoparken, the world’s first national park. 
Day 11Morning on-site lecture and tour of Hammarby Port, an area of major urban development. Afternoon academic visit to an EU funded initiative targeted at transforming aging European cities to smart and sustainable entities. 
Day 12Morning visit to Stockholm’s meatpacking district, a project transforming an industrial area to a livable urban district. Afternoon class. 
Day 13Study day. 
Day 14Morning departure to Copenhagen by train. Transfer to accommodation, followed by a “Cool Copenhagen Sustainability” walking tour. 

Copenhagen, the capital city of Denmark, was originally a Viking fishing village in the 10th century. As well as epitomizing ‘Scandi cool’ the city is famous for its historic center, Tivoli Gardens, Nyhavn Canal and Royal Quarter, and Hans Christian Andersen. Situated on the coastal island of Zealand and Amager, it is linked to Malmö, Sweden by bridge. It is also one of the most sustainable and energy efficient cities in the world.
Day 15Morning academic visit to Tivoli Gardens with lecture on topic of Green Urban Development. Afternoon class. 
Day 16Day trip to Malmö, Sweden with on-site lecture and walking tour on topic of Green Architecture, Energy Efficiency and Recycling. Afternoon lecture on food sustainability at a zero-waste food initiative restaurant followed by a group lunch. 
Day 17Study day. 
Day 18Morning study time. Afternoon class and group discussion. 
Day 19Morning exam. Free afternoon. Evening group farewell meal. 
Day 20Optional return flight from Copenhagen to the U.S.* 

City Facts

London

London, the capital city of England and largest city in the U.K., is one of the greenest cities in the world with over 3,000 parks and green spaces. It ranks particularly high in quality of life and public transport infrastructure. 

Stockholm

Stockholm, Sweden’s beautiful and elegant capital city, holds the title as the first city to be named “European Green Capital” in 2010 by the EU Commission. Made up of more than 14 islands and 50 bridges, it is also famous for its old town, Gamla Stan, and home to the Nobel Museum. 

Copenhagen

Copenhagen, the capital city of Denmark, was originally a Viking fishing village in the 10th century. As well as epitomizing ‘Scandi cool’ the city is famous for its historic center, Tivoli Gardens, Nyhavn Canal and Royal Quarter, and Hans Christian Andersen. Situated on the coastal island of Zealand and Amager, it is linked to Malmö, Sweden by bridge. It is also one of the most sustainable and energy efficient cities in the world. 

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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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Important Dates & Deadlines

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Please note this program will not be running in Summer 2023.

Dates & Deadlines

Details

  • Early Application Deadline*
  • Application Deadline
  • Deposit Deadline
    March 15, 2023
  • Scholarship Deadline
  • Visa Deadline****
  • Optional Departure Flight from US***
  • Program Begins
  • Program Ends
  • Optional Return Flight to US***
  • *** Included for students on AIFS flight package.
  • **** AIFS Abroad offers visa processing services to applicants who enroll into the program by this date. All other applicants who enroll after this date will be responsible for securing their own visa with guidance from AIFS Abroad.

Optional Flight Package

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.)

Depature City

Fee

  • Atlanta
    $1,863
  • Boston
    $1,702
  • Buffalo
    $1,932
  • Charlotte
    $2,254
  • Chicago
    $1,587
  • Cincinnati
    $1,978
  • Columbus
    $2,047
  • Dallas
    $2,208
  • Denver
    $2,162
  • Des Moines
    $1,978
  • Detroit
    $1,909
  • Houston
    $2,070
  • Los Angeles
    $1,725
  • Miami
    $1,748
  • Minneapolis
    $1,886
  • New York
    $1,656
  • Newark
    $1,656
  • Orlando
    $1,863
  • Philadelphia
    $1,771
  • Phoenix
    $2,116
  • Pittsburgh
    $1,771
  • Raleigh/Durham
    $1,840
  • San Francisco
    $2,070
  • Seattle
    $2,024
  • St. Louis
    $1,932
  • Washington/Dulles
    $1,932
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