Participate in a specialized program at one of the UK's leading fashion colleges: LCF offers fashion-focused courses in the heart of London.
Requirements
Important Dates
When & Where
London, England
Partner school website: http://www.arts.ac.uk/fashion/
Exchange-specific information at: https://www.arts.ac.uk/colleges/london-college-of-fashion/lcf-global/mobility
Term dates:
Accepted students will participate in a mandatory orientation at their host school prior to the start of the semester. The dates and times of the orientation will be provided to accepted students.
Application
Students must submit their completed application by the deadlines listed above under "Important Dates" to be considered for this program.
LIM College’s study abroad programs are competitive, as more applications are typically received than there are spots available. The following factors are considered when LIM selects candidates to participate in study abroad programs:
Students who are accepted into the program will be required to submit their personal and academic information to their host school along with a copy of the photo page of their passport. Further information on this process will be given to accepted students.
Orientation
All students are required to attend the LIM College Pre-Departure Orientation. Date, time, and location are made available after acceptance into the program. It is compulsory for all students to attend the Induction (Orientation) Day at LCF; students are required to arrange their travel so they can do so. Orientation is typically held just prior to the start of each corresponding term.
Courses
Once admitted into the program, students are sent more information regarding courses that will be offered during their semester abroad. Courses are set by LCF depending on the term. Students should expect to earn a combination of Liberal Arts and elective credits. Students are required to submit the LIM College Course Proposal Form to have courses evaluated prior to attending LCF. Students must register for 2 Modules of 20 UAL/LCF Credits each which equal 12 U.S. credit hours per term and also have the option to complete an online course at LIM while they are abroad if they desire.
Students must meet with their academic advisor prior to departure to ensure their courses will fit into their graduation plan.
Accommodations & Travel
Housing on campus is open to exchange students, but availability is extremely limited and cannot be guaranteed. LCF has a variety of resources to find reliable off campus housing that is provided to LIM College Students upon acceptance into the program or shortly after; the LIM College Study Abroad Coordinator will also assist accepted students with finding accommodation. All housing costs are paid directly to the housing provider, which may be the host university, a student apartment company, a landlord, etc. depending on where the student chooses to live.
Students are responsible for booking and purchasing their own airfare.
Health Insurance
Students registered for courses in the UK for a course of study of six months or more are entitled to primary medical care provided by the National Health Service (NHS). If you are on a course of less than six months’ duration, you are not entitled to primary medical care. However, any overseas visitor is entitled to emergency or immediately required treatment. The NHS charges for medicines, eyeglasses and eye care, and dental treatment. In addition, the NHS does not cover repatriation to your home country.
All students must submit proof to the Study Abroad Office that they are covered by overseas health insurance for the duration of their program abroad. Students are encouraged to have worldwide insurance which covers (at minimum) comprehensive hospitalization, prescription medication, medical evacuation, and repatriation of remains.
Program Cost
Students pay LIM College tuition to LIM College for the semester abroad. This does not cover airfare, housing, books, meals, or personal expenses, such as shopping. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from the UK and the United States. Additional costs to consider (all amounts are approximations and in British pounds unless otherwise noted):
Students who receive financial aid can typically apply this aid to a semester abroad. All students who receive aid will be required to meet with a Student Financial Services Counselor prior to departure to discuss the status of their aid and complete any additional requirements.
Student Visa
Students will be required to have a visa to study for the semester. Students must have a valid passport that expires no sooner than 6 months past the end of the exchange experience to apply for the visa and should be prepared to show that they have access to sufficient funds to cover their costs for the semester as part of the visa application process. Accepted students will be sent a letter of invitation from LCF to present to the immigration authorities. For further visa information, please see: https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.
Student visas are normally issued for one week prior to the start of the semester and will be valid up to one week after completion of studies. Students are encouraged not to make any travel plans until their visa has been issued and they know the exact dates of its validity.
