Choose from modules in Fashion Merchandising and Buying at a campus located just outside of central London! Spring semester only.
Requirements
Important Dates
When & Where
Harrow, England (About 30 minutes by train outside of central London. This is the campus where the Media Arts & Design Department is located)
Partner school website: www.westminster.ac.uk/
Exchange-specific information here: https://www.westminster.ac.uk/international/student-exchanges/
Semester 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, but students should plan to arrive in the UK around the second week of January for orientation.
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. Students must also attend the University of Westminster Orientation and are required to arrange travel so they can do so. Orientation is typically held just prior to the start of each semester.
Courses
Once admitted into the program, students are sent more information regarding courses that will be offered during their semester abroad. Students should expect to earn a combination of Fashion Merchandising and elective credits. Students are required to submit the LIM College Course Proposal Form to have courses evaluated prior to attending Westminster. Students will register for the equivalent of 12 credit hours at Westminster and also have the option to complete an online course at LIM while they are abroad if they desire. All study abroad participants must be registered for a minimum of 12 credit hours (or the equivalent) per term, including both courses abroad and online courses taken at LIM.
Students must meet with their Academic Advisor to ensure their courses will fit into their graduation plan.
Accommodations & Travel
Limited student housing on campus in Westminster halls, as availability allows. On-campus housing is not guaranteed. Student Housing option information available at: http://www.westminster.ac.uk/study/prospective-students/student-accommodation/private-rented-accomodation.
Students will apply for housing once accepted into the program. 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 "Short Term Study Visa" to study in the UK 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 Westminster to present to the immigration authorities. For further visa information, please see: https://www.westminster.ac.uk/international/visas-and-advice/visas/short-term-study-visa.
Student visas are normally issued for one week prior to commencement 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.
