Full Curriculum Studies
Why Study in Bristol?
The Bristol program allows you 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. You may study for one semester or a full year. 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. 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. 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.
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 your general well-being.
The University of Bristol study abroad team 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.