London, England

Planning Abroad

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Program Description

Join us in London for an immersive study abroad experience focusing on sustainable urban design and development in one of the world's most historic cities. This program explores the integration of modern sustainability practices within London's rich urban fabric, providing insights into innovative redevelopment and resilient urban planning. Students will visit key sites to understand how a historic metropolis can lead the way in sustainable urban transformation. Enhance your knowledge and skills in urban planning and design while experiences the vibrant culture and history of London.

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Program Dates and Deadlines:
Term Year Application Deadline
(or as space permits)		 Start Date/Check-in End Date/Check-out
Summer 2025 February 3, 2025 May 17, 2025 May 25, 2025


Program fee payment deadline: See details below in program cost section. Program fees cannot be deffered. Plan accordingly. 

Information Sheet

Open to All academic disciplines
Language of Instruction English
Level of Study Undergraduate and Graduate
Credit Offered FAU credits
Program Primary Subject Urban & Regional Planning
Sponsoring College Science/Urban & Regional Planning

 

Program Course Offerings:

  • URP 4955 Planning Abroad: London 2023 (3 credits)
  • URP 5958 Planning Abroad: London 2023 (3 credits)

Course Eligibility & Requirements:

Students participating on the program are required to take one of the course offerings listed for 3 credits. 

Include your course(s) of interest on your study abroad application in the course section.

Program Eligibility & Requirements

  • Must have a 2.5 overall GPA for undergraduate and 3.0 for graduate at the time of application
  • Must be in good academic standing at the time of application
  • Must be eligible to take FAU courses during the study abroad program term
  • See Policies & Procedures page for more information

*Before a study abroad application is approved for this program, students are required to contact the faculty-leader to discuss the program and expectations. 

 

 

Contact a program leader for information on the academic course offerings and program itinerary. The individuals listed below will be leading the program in London.

For information on the study abroad application, contact the Education Abroad Advisor listed below. 
Primary Faculty Leader: Melina da Silva Matos Sharifan, matosm@fau.edu  Brendan Richardson, Associate Director, Education Abroad

Program Instructor: Peter Henn, phenn@fau.edu 

Phone number: 561-297-3227
 

Email: brichardson@fau.edu

 

Location

London, the capital of England and the United Kingdom, is a 21st-century city with history stretching back to Roman times. At its centre stand the imposing Houses of Parliament, the iconic ‘Big Ben’ clock tower and Westminster Abbey, site of British monarch coronations. Across the Thames River, the London Eye observation wheel provides panoramic views of the South Bank cultural complex, and the entire city.

Housing

Double occupancy rooms at a centrally location hotel in London. Daily breakfast included. 

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Program Cost and Funding

Financial Aid and Scholarship Information 

  • Students participating on FAU Faculty-led Programs may use eligible financial aid
  • Program participants may be eligible to apply for the FAU Education Abroad Scholarship
  • See additional scholarship and funding information here.

 

Program Cost

$2,726.00 + tuition for courses/credits taken on program (FAU in-state and out-of-state rates apply)

Program fee payment deadlines: 
1ST PAYMENT:       $1,363 Due Sunday, February 14, 2025
2ND PAYMENT:      $1,363 Due Sunday, March 5, 2025 

Accepted participants will receive detailed payment instructions from the Education Abroad team via email. 

Program Fee Includes:

  • Hotel accommodations in the heart of London from check-in through check-out date
  • 8-day Oyster travel card, Zone 1-2 (public transportation pass) 
  • Group welcome dinner and farewell dinner
  • One Group Lunch
  • Entrance to Westminster with guide
  • London Eye entrance
  • Tower Bridge experience
  • Shard observation deck
  • Tower of London
  • Thames River Cruise
  • International Health Insurance

Program Fee Does Not Include :

  • $200 administrative fee due at time of application
  • International flight
  • Tuition for courses/credits taken on program (FAU in-state and out-of-state rates apply)
  • Lunches and most dinners 
  • Personal spending money
  • Additional travel documenation (ETIAS travel authorization)

Travel Documentation, Health, and Safety

Passport and Travel Documentation

  • A valid passport is required for all international travel. You need a passport to board an international flight and to enter the country. Passport cards will not be accepted as form of I.D. You may be denied boarding if you travel with a passport that appears damaged or altered.
  • Review up-to-date details HERE. Routine processing times can take 6-8 weeks, and expedited applications in 2-3 weeks. Processing times does not include the time it takes for shipping. Processing times begin when your application is received by a passport agency or center, and do not include mailing times. It may take up to 2 weeks for your application to be received by passport agency, and up to 2 weeks for you to receive your completed passport after agency mails it to you. Therefore, you should add an additional 4 weeks to you passport application processing time.
  • Some countries require that your passport be valid at least six months beyond the dates of your trip. Some airlines will not allow you to board if this requirement is not met. Check the Country Information to learn about entry and exit requirements for the country or countries in which you are traveling.  
  • If you are applying for a passport for the first time, you need to renew your passport, or you have any other passport questions, you can find information on the Travel.State.Gov website. In addition, several U.S. Embassies and Consulates provide information to assist applicants in collecting the documentation needed. For a list of Embassies, please visit U.S. Embassy.gov.
  • Non-U.S. Citizens may need additional travel documentation. If you are not a U.S. citizen, you should research the study abroad program destination and your home country to determine if a visa or additional travel documentation is required.

International Health Insurance

All FAU students participating on an FAU Faculty-led Program will be registered in international health and travel insurance coverage through Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI). This mandatory insurance ensures that students have access to medical and emergency support services while abroad. This is included in the program cost. The 2025 Coverage plan will be available in January 2025. Participants can review the current 2024 plan HERE for reference.

Health and Safety Resources to Explore Prior to Traveling Abroad

Pre-departure Orientation and Meetings

All students must attend pre-departure sessions prior to study abroad. Education Abroad and your program faculty leaders will provide you with further details pertaining to dates, times, and location in the semester before your program. 

1) Mandatory pre-departure orientation hosted by the Education Abroad office. This session will cover general international travel related topics such as health, safety, insurance, and travel tips. 
2) Mandatory pre-departure meeting hosted by program faculty leader. This session will cover program and location specific information such as arrival, expectations, itinerary, and course overview.