AHA London > Summer Schools


Open to all U.S. undergraduate students, the AHA London Summer School Programmes consist of short courses offered during the summer months.
	Summer Communications (5-week) Arts Journalism in London - Christopher Cook, BBC journalist and media lecturer Political Journalism in the UK - Sheila Gunn, Times correspondent, former Downing Street press officer and Prime Minister's spokesperson Media in the UK - Graham Barnfield, journalism lecturer at University of East London Dates of term: 19th June - 23rd July 2012 Mid-term break: TBC Application deadline: 1st May 2012 (N.B. some universities state their own deadline for study abroad applications, so please check with your home university)
Students will immerse themselves in the communications and media scene in London during this 5-week summer programme. Designed to take advantage of opportunities for students to experience some of the unique communication headquarters in London, excursions include visits to BBC Television and Radio, the ITN News Headquarters, and attendance at major political and arts events held throughout the summer. Courses are designed with special emphasis on journalistic skill-building as well as theoretical analytical components. Students live in an International Hall near the AHA London Centre.

	Harry Potter Comes of Age: The Social Politics of the Monstrous in (Post)Modern Fantasy (3-week) Roger Adkins *2012 course pending approval*
For a generation, Harry Potter mania has prevailed, breathing new life into the most Romantic tendancies in our cultural heritage. One of the reasons why the Harry Potter series may in fact be so popular worldwide is that it stays true to one of the most important functions of fantasy literature: it provides an imaginary world that is particularly well-suited to offer up commentary on the 'real' world. In this course you will ride the HP mania but will utilise the occasion to think critically about how it is we might be able to imagine for ourselves a very different world - one that unseats the seemingly mundane and turns the worst aspects of 'normal' on their heads...

ELIGIBILITY The London Summer School programmes are open to U.S. undergraduate students in all fields of study who meet the following requirements: Sophomore status (minimum) Good academic standing The Centre's curriculum is designed for junior, senior, and exceptionally qualified sophomore level students committed to a rigorous schedule of liberal arts study. Selection is based on seriousness of purpose, academic achievement, and individual stability and maturity. Individual university requirements may vary. A minimum GPA may be required by your home institution. Check with your study abroad adviser for specific requirements Medical information is required of all students who have been accepted into the programme. This information is considered confidential.

APPLICATION PROCESS Students are encouraged to apply early, as programme space is limited. Applications have priority according to the date received. Students attending participating institutions may pick up an application at their respective study abroad office. Students attending non member institutions should contact AHA International for an application. Go the AHA International website and select 'How to Apply' on the top navigation bar. Students attending any participating institutions receive home-campus credit. Students attending non-member institutions receive transfer credit from a designated member school. AHA International facilitates non member arrangements after an application form has been submitted. Enrolling institutions determine the number of credits earned per course.

PROGRAMME COSTS include: Tuition and fees Course materials On-site orientation Housing, breakfasts and some evening meals (at nearby international students' halls of residence) Programme excursions: admission tickets to exhibits, theatre events, and historic sites A London Oyster Travelcard (Zones 1-2 on tube, train and bus) Medical insurance Please note that enrolling institutions may charge additional fees. Airfare and expenses such as additional meals, incidentals, and personal travel are not included.

For information on submitting an application, on financial aid and refund policy, please see the AHA International website

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Summer Programmes > Summer 2012