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  Scotland

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring 
Dates: Fall: mid-September - mid-December; Spring: early February - May

Description: The University of Stirling blends the best of Scotland's internationally respected educational heritage with the philosophy and structures of the American liberal arts system. This means that while abroad you will be able to find the classes you need and, unlike many British universities, the academic calendar is very similar to the U.S. Academically, Stirling has been ranked among the top British universities for teaching and career placement so you can be sure that your education will be challenging and practical.

Highlights: All students at Stirling take a maximum of three modules (classes) in one semester. In deciding which modules to apply for, we recommend that you to choose at least three per semester and, preferably, up to five to give a wide choice of pre-approved modules. You will then be requested to select three when you accept your place and will be registered for those prior to arrival. You will be able to choose among classes in the following academic areas: Business, Natural and Health Sciences, Humanities, Communication and Media, Computer Science, and Education.

Should you need academic support while you are at Stirling, you will be pleased to know that there are academic advisors and tutors who can guide you and there are even special services for learning disabled students.

Subject Areas: Accounting, Biology (General), Business Admin. & Mngmt., Communications, Computer Science / IT, Ecology, Economics, English, Environmental Studies, Film, Finance, Geography, History, Human Res. Management, Information Studies, International Business, International Relations, Journalism / Broadcasting, Languages / Linguistics, Marine Biology, Marketing, Ad., & PR, Nursing, Philosophy, Political Science/Politics, Psychology, Public Admin, Public Policy, Govt, Religious Studies, Social Work, Sociology and Sports Science

Cost in US$: Please contact CIS

Cost Includes: -Full-time tuition & fees -Housing -Academic advising -Financial aid counseling -Pre-departure orientation -Airport pick-up -University of Stirling orientation -Medical & accident insurance -University of Stirling official transcript -Student Union fees -International cell phone -Assistance with travel arrangements -CIS support services before, during and after the program -Carbon offset of travel

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American and Canadian Participants. .

Scholarships Are Available. - CIS Go Global! Scholarship - Through this program scholarship awards varying from $200 to $500 per semester are available to academically qualified students who are participating in any CIS semester. CIS Partner University Scholarships - Through this program scholarship awards varying from $500 to $1,000 per semester are available to academically qualified students who are participating in this program.

Typically The Application Process Time Is one week

Post Services Include:

Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Year Founded: 2000