The Essential Guide for Study Abroad in the United Kingdom

by Holly R. Carter

Overview

Every year, thousands of students participate in study abroad programs located in the United Kingdom. In this book, Holly Carter provides a guide to help ease the mystery, confusion, and frustration associated with studying abroad. Designed for student use, this book contains pre-departure information, tips for students in the first two weeks, advice for studying and living in the UK, and information about returning home and readjusting.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780761828464
Publisher:	University Press of America
Publication date:	03/01/2004
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	158
Product dimensions:	6.40(w) x 8.94(h) x 0.52(d)

About the Author

Holly R. Carter holds a Ph.D. in Sociology/Health Services Research from the University of North Texas. She is Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology and Social Work, Augusta State University, Georgia.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Leaving Home: Shipping; Visas; Overseas Air Travel; Information/Paperwork Check List; Packing Guide Chapter 3 Arriving in the UK: Useful tips for the First Weeks; Immigration at the Airport; Arriving at Your University; Jet Lag; Other Possibilities for the First Weeks; Budget; Jobs; An Emotional Time Chapter 4 Academics: Titles; Classes; Assessment; Essays; Exams; Grades; Time Tables, Schedules and Calendars; Academic Pitfalls Chapter 5 Living in the UK: Useful Places; Eating in the UK; Useful Tips; Special Section: Dr. H's Top UK Tips Chapter 6 Travel in the UK: Essential Travel; Sightseeing in the UK Chapter 7 Travel in Europe: Airfare; Ferries; Hostels; Eurostar; Places to Go: France - Paris; Belgium - Brussels, Bruges; Netherlands - Amsterdam; Spain - Madrid and Ibiza; Italy - Rome, Pisa, Venice; Ireland - Dublin; Travel Cost Work Sheet Chapter 8 Advice from the Experts: What do you wish that you had been told before leaving to study abroad?; What has been the most frustrating thing about studying abroad? What is the best thing about studying abroad?; What have you learned by studying abroad Chapter 9 Getting Ready to Return Home: Packing your Bags; Posting Items Home; Getting to the Airport; Other Suggestions; It is Difficult to Leave Chapter 10 Home Again: Ideas for Sharing Your Experience with Others Chapter 11 My Trip: Pre Departure; First Week; Budget; Academics; Living in the UK; Travel in the UK; Travel Outside of the UK; Getting Ready to Return Home; Home Again Chapter 12 My Journal Chapter 13 Appendix A: Useful Web Addresses; Airline Websites; Other Travel Sites; Groceries in the UK; Travel in the UK Websites; Places to Visit; City and Places of Interest Website; Travel Outside of the UK Websites Chapter 14 Author Chapter 15 Index