Full Curriculum Studies
The Program
The Bristol program offers students the opportunity to enroll in a wide range of courses in a variety of disciplines at the University of Bristol, one of the top-rated universities in England. Just a few of the choices are: Aeronautical Engineering, Archaeology, Computer Science, Drama, Geographical Sciences, Economics, History of Art, Earth Sciences, Philosophy, Politics and Sociology. A modular system allows you to create a personalized program of study by combining courses from different departments. You can even pursue American Studies, looking at your own land through the eyes of others. Nonetheless, we do recommend you take at least one course in British Studies, such as Politics and Policy Making in the U.K. in order to make your stay in the United Kingdom more meaningful.
There are several excellent reasons for deciding to study in the U.K. Courses at British universities are taught by professors who do almost all the teaching and tutorial work with undergraduates while maintaining a high level of research activity. Britain is the gateway to Europe, and you will have vacations at Christmas and Easter that will provide you with a marvelous opportunity to soak up the history and culture of Western Europe.
Although the U.K. shares a common language with the United States, it remains a foreign country, with diverse traditions, values and views of the world. Time in the United Kingdom will challenge you personally, open your eyes to different ways of looking at the current problems of the world and enable you to directly experience the wonderful culture and history of the European continent. Past students in U.K. programs have reported that the yearlong program was especially beneficial for their study abroad; however, you may apply to attend only the fall or spring semester.
The Bristol program is administered in the U.S. by the USAC Central Office and in Bristol, England by a Program Coordinator, Tory Ribar. Tory is responsible for the overall operations of the program abroad: securing appropriate student housing, assisting with registration and academic matters and overseeing the students’ well-being.
The Study Abroad team of Tory, Wendy Davies, Claire Axel-Berg (Head of the International Office) and Terrell Carver (Assistant Director) will provide an on-site orientation covering all aspects of student life. Housing, health and other practical matters, academic expectations and procedures are just some of the aspects covered. The team also is available year-round, offering academic and practical assistance when needed.