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British Media Studies
British media includes a variety of TV, radio, newspaper, magazine and online outlets, with the British Broadcasting Corporation or BBC the most widely known in the US. Just as here, future British broadcasters and journalists study their craft at universities across England. Collaborate with Edge Hill University faculty and students in state-of-the-art facilities in their Creative Edge center, participate in media production, create your own podcast or blog, and experience their high-definition studios, media editing rooms and audio recording facilities.
Overview
Location(s) |
Ormskirk and London, England |
Term | Spring 2020 |
Credit |
BC&J 351 or 353, 3 sh |
Class Sessions | In-person on the Macomb campus March-May. Exact dates/times TBA |
Travel Dates |
May 19-June 2, 2020 |
Housing |
Residence hall (Ormskirk), Hotel (London) |
Passport | Required |
Visa (for US citizens) | Not required |
Eligibility
GPA | 2.5 |
Hours completed | 12 |
Student Judicial | Good status |
Grad credit | No |
Non-WIU | Yes |
Pre-requisites |
None |
Student Year |
Sophomore, Junior, Senior |
Entry Requirements
Passport required--must be valid until November 30, 2020.
Visa required if not a US citizen. It is your responsibility to check the United Kingdom Visa and Immigration (UKVI) website for more information. Visa costs not included in program cost.
Health Insurance
You must have international health insurance for the time you are on your program. Only two options are approved to meet this requirement:
- WIU Student Health Insurance
- A supplemental policy (Patriot Travel Medical) from International Medical Group (IMG)
Health Precautions
Walking/mobility/travel - Expect to walk more than you normally would on campus, on varying types of surfaces, including pavement, hills, stairs, etc. It is not consecutive but scheduled throughout the day. You will be responsible for moving your own luggage.
Environmental - Temperatures, humidity/rainfall and other weather patterns may be different than at WIU. Excursions and some portions of the Course will be conducted outside, rain or shine.
Dietary - Some meals are included in the program cost. Contact Kim McDaniel if you have food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
Vaccinations - No vaccinations are required for entry into the United Kingdom. Up to date vaccination recommendations are available on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website .
Accessability - Accessability and accommodation are very different than than found in the United States. Please
contact Disability Resources
for questions on the availability of accommodations for your specific situation.
PLEASE NOTE
It is your responsibility to request accommodation from DR; faculty and staff are not legally permitted to inquire about such needs. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange accommodations in your location.
Costs & Important Dates
Estimated Cost* | $3,600-$3,900 |
Included in the program |
|
Application Deadline |
November 10, 2019 |
Payments | |
Application fee |
$75 due December 5, 2019 |
Non-refundable Deposit |
$800 due December 6, 2019
|
Second payment | $1,500 due January 31, 2020 |
Final payment* | $1,300-$1,600 due February 28, 2020 |
* Costs subject to change based on student enrollment
WIU reserves the right to adjust the cost or arrangements of this program due to insufficient enrollment or circumstances beyond the University's control. For details about this or individual withdrawals, see Cancellations and Withdrawals.
Important Dates
Passport copy deadline: January 31, 2020
Failure to meet this deadline will result in removal from the group flight and increased costs.
MANDATORY Pre-departure meeting: TBA, Spring 2020
Academics
Credit offered
BC&J 351 - Counts as departmental Global Issues course. For BC&J majors/minors, can count as an upper-division elective
BC&J 353 - Counts as departmental Global Issues course. For BC&J majors/minors, can count as an upper-division elective
Please check with your academic advisor for more information on how this Course fits your specific academic needs.
Objectives/activities
- Learn about the media systems of the United Kingdom firsthand
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Consider the influence of culture and national identity in the media product.
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Tour cultural and historical sites in London, Liverpool, and Ormskirk
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Immerse yourself in British college culture by staying on the Edge Hill campus and interacting with their students.
Class sessions
Active class participation, including contribution to discussions and attendance, is expected in all phases of the Course. You are responsible for completing pre-departure assignments including readings and discussion participation, attendance and active participation during on-site visits, guest lectures and activities, and post-return assignments. Questions about course content should be directed to
Dr. William "Buzz" Hoon
.
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Contact Us
Kim McDaniel
For Faculty Led
kd-mcdaniel@wiu.edu
Horrabin Room 8
309-298-2504
Dr. William "Buzz" Hoon
Faculty leader
wg-hoon@wiu.edu
Browne Room 117A
309-298-1618
Information Sessions
September 25, 4 pm, Sallee 302
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