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Glasgow: University of Glasgow

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Located in population & commercial center of Scotland, urban attractions; lively student culture; center of Scottish nationalism. Highly rated Psychology department. Total enrollment: 20,000; number of Americans: 250.
Search the Course catalog. Course selection: 60 credits per semester; at least half the course load above the first year level Level 1 courses = Bates 100 level; Levels 2,3 = Bates 200 level and above. Math and Computer Science courses not open to Fall semester students.

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Psychology: in the top 5 in the UK

Glasgow: Glasgow School of Art

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Intensive Studio Art (some art history); culturally vibrant city with large student population. For the independent student who can manage studio work without much supervision. Portfolio required. Total enrollment: 1,900; number of Americans: 20.

Edinburgh: IFSA - University of Edinburgh

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Highly ranked university in historic Scottish city; political capital of Scotland. IFSA program costs $7,000+ extra (not addressed by Bates financial aid). Many students have positive evaluations of IFSA services: pre-departure info; on-site orientation; day and weekend excursions; on-site support staff. Total enrollment: 21,000; number of Americans: 350.
Search the Course catalog. Course selection: 60 credits per semester; at least half the course load above the first year level.

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Geology (Earth Science) Field work in the UK and Europe.

Edinburgh: University of Edinburgh

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Highly ranked university in historic Scottish city; political capital of Scotland. Information on how to apply. Housing in university dorm or apartments with host country students. 3.0 gpa required for application. Total enrollment: 24,000; number of Americans: 600.
Search the Course catalog. Course selection: 60 credits per semester; at least half the course load above the first year level.

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Geology (Earth Science) Field work in the UK and Europe

Bristol: University of Bristol

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Excellent university in attractive student oriented city, great music scene, fewer Americans. 1 3/4 hours to London. Psychology; theater. Popular among British students. Cost friendly program. Total enrollment: 30,000; number of Americans: 150.
Consult the Course Catalog. Course selection: Spring--60 credits; Year--120 credits; at least half the course load above the first year level. Level C/4 = Bates 100 level; Levels I/5 and H/6 = Bates 200 level and above. Unit = US course.

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Pre-Medical Studies: Courses from Faculty of Health Sciences and Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences

Psychology: highly ranked department

Well known for science disciplines, including Earth Sciences and Geography

Bath: Advanced Studies in England

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All US students; quality courses in English, CMS, history, education, art. Opportunities for qualified students to pursue tutorials in particular subjects. Academic field trips. Lower cost program and city. Sports and other co-curricular activities available in the community and at the University. Historic city, easy access to London. Beautiful housing, town homes. ASE scholarships are available.

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Education: Theory course and placement in a school.

Creative Writing: Variety of genres

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Many options exist for direct enrollment at British universities with the most popular and/or respected institutions listed below. Other institutions may be appropriate for specific subjects. There are many fine opportunities outside of London with lower tuition and living costs. Study abroad in the fall semester is possible only at the three universities in Scotland, at certain universities in England, and on specific programs in Bath, London and Oxford. One may apply directly to a university or through the IFSA program which provides extensive orientation and support services.

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Munich: JYM in Munich

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Excellent program with own and university courses; art history and studio art. Internship opportunities. Vibrant city with fewer English speakers. Close to Alps -- opportunities for skiing and other outdoors activities. Lower cost.

Freiburg: IES - Language and Area Studies

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Language and Area Studies Program; Associated with Albert-Ludwigs Univ.; program and university courses (Fall semester program courses only); music, studio art, internships. Small, medieval city near Black Forest; outdoor activities. Lower cost. Students are encouraged to apply for IES scholarships.

Berlin: IES - Language and Area Studies

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Language and Area Studies program approved by Bates. Associated with Humboldt University. Program and university courses; Fall: IES program courses only. Studio art, music. Post-program internships. Students are encouraged to apply for IES scholarships.

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