This is a reciprocal exchange relationship between SJSU and Roehampton University. It is primarily for the following academic fields:
Dance - English, Literature and Creative Writing - Television, Film and Theatre

• Earn SJSU resident credits for all completed courses
• Pay your normal SJSU tuition and fees
• Use your financial aid and apply for scholarships
• Immerse yourself in British culture
• Study for one semester or an academic year
• Gain an advantage when applying for jobs and graduate school

CITY FACTS

London, England
London is the capital of the United Kingdom and Europe's largest city with a population of seven million. It was founded by the Romans in the first century AD as an administration center and port for trade with the rest of Europe. It has been the principal home of British monarchs for over a thousand years, as well as the center for business and commerce. London is one of the world's most exciting and diverse cities. In addition to museums, galleries, cathedrals and churches, London is packed with a huge variety of shops and entertainment. Although London has an incredible history, it is also a vibrant city that is constantly changing and modernizing.

CAMPUS FACTS

Roehampton University
Roehampton University has its history in four teacher education colleges, the oldest of which dates from 1841. The four colleges came together in 1975 to form Roehampton Institute London, which achieved degree awarding powers and then federated with the University of Surrey in 2000 as the University of Surrey Roehampton. In 2004, it changed its name to Roehampton University.

Roehampton is located six miles southwest of central London, with all its cultural and social attractions, on a beautiful parkland campus. There are about 8,000 students studying from undergraduate to PhD level in eight academic schools: Arts, English and Modern Languages, Humanities and Cultural Studies, Business, Computing and Social Sciences, Psychology and Therapeutic Studies, Life and Sports Sciences, Education Studies and Initial Teacher Education.

Eligibility Requirements

Students must:
- be enrolled as an SJSU student for one semester prior to departure, or be a California community college student eligible to enter SJSU by the semester of departure
- have upper division standing by the semester of departure
- have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
- have completed lower division coursework in their intended field of study on the program

Academic Program

For detailed information, check the Module Selection guide

The academic calendar consists of two seventeen-week semesters and then a week of final exams for each term. Units and grading are based on the U.K. system, but these will be translated to SJSU equivalencies upon return from the program. SJSU students must take 40-60 U.K. credits (equal to 12-18 SJSU units). In addition to choosing the right credit load, students are required to take modules (courses) at the right level. There are three levels that correspond to the year of study in a U.K. degree. Students will be expected to choose the appropriate level for their degree and provide academic evidence for any modules that require pre-requisites.

Studying in Britain can be very different from the styles of teaching and learning in the U.S. At Roehampton there is a strong reliance on personal learning and initiative. Classes are student-centered and participants are encouraged to voice opinions in group work and seminars. Assessments are specific to subject areas but can include essays, examinations, course work and module notebooks. For some courses, 70-100% of the assessment may be based on the final examination.

Some of the course offerings include:

Internships/Work

Students may participate in internships or work up to 20 hours per week while studying at Roehampton. The exchange program does not have formalized internship programs, but the University can provide support with internship placements.

Accommodations

SJSU students are strongly encouraged to live on campus as it provides a better opportunity to meet British students and experience campus life. Accommodation is available at all three of the University campuses, with options for self-catered housing or catered (meal plan in dining commons). Students can also live off-campus in shared apartments, hostels or a home stay with a family.

Application Deadlines

Application Information

Financing Your Semester

Estimated Costs

Contact us at the Study Abroad Office, Clark Hall, Room 543 Tel  (408) 924-5931 Fax (408) 924-5976
or send us an email