London, England: Semester at Queen Mary University

Study abroad in United Kingdom with the Queen Mary, University of London.

The program at Queen Mary University of London is located in the vibrant and diverse East End neighborhood of London. Challenge yourself by studying at an institution consistently ranked among the top 120 in the world!

Students smiling to camera with the London Bridge at night behind them.

Why Study Abroad in the UK?

“London is a very international city where most people come from international backgrounds. People welcome differences and always seek to understand where others come from.” - Rollins Study Abroad Alum

Courses

Visiting students may select from a wide range of excellent courses and must take a London or UK-focused course as part of their course load.
Some courses may be unavailable due to schedule conflicts, over-enrollment or prerequisites.
For a full list of available courses, visit the module directory.
The Guidance notes in the left hand navigation box will help you understand your options and select appropriate modules.

The British Educational System

Fewer class hours per week, less contact with professors and less continuous assessment. Most professors have a lecture-based teaching style.
Grades are based on only a few major assignments, such as a midterm and final exam.
First-year students are already focused in their major or specialization, so introductory courses cover higher level topics. 200-level or second year courses are the equivalent of an upper-level course at Rollins.
Self-discipline and self-directed study are required for success. Students are expected to keep up with coursework and reading without prompting.

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Housing & Meals

Students will live on the Mile End Campus in the Student Village. Housing amenities for students include a restaurant and coffee bar, a café by the canal, student union offices, a convenience store, laundromats, and a 24-hour security office.
Students will live in single rooms with shared bathrooms and kitchens. Most rooms are grouped in apartments (flats in the UK) of four to eleven students.
There is no meal plan on campus, residence halls have shared kitchens and students cook for themselves. There are grocery stores near campus, as well as several on-campus eateries.
Cheap Eats Out and Easy Make-it-Yourself Meals

Activities and Excursions

Student Union: offers many student societies and intramural athletics (for a complete list visit this website).
The gym: at the Student Union, offers both fitness facilities and regularly scheduled exercise classes.
Opportunities to travel around and outside London are organized by the Student Union, student societie, or the Study Abroad Office. These may be additional costs but are usually priced competitively.

Costs

Program Fee

Most Rollins financial aid and scholarships will apply to the semester abroad.
Tuition: $31,475
Housing: $5,315
Also Includes

Tuition and program administration, housing, orientation, and complete medical and emergency insurance.
Estimated Additional Costs

Transportation: Round-trip airfare from FL $1,200, on-site $1,000
Meals/food: $2,500
Passport: $165
Electronic Travel Authorization: £10 (approximately $13) - as of 11/27/24
Refundable Housing Damage Deposit: £400 (approximately $515 - returned to student after program end)
Books/course materials: $230
Personal expenses: $1,600
Federal student loan fees if applicable: $40
Professional licensure, certification, or credential costs: $0
Need-Based Scholarships

Scholarships based on financial need are available to off-set costs associated with international airfare and other costs associated with study abroad. Students can apply for scholarships through the Rollins program application.
Living and Working

Having a credit card while abroad is very helpful. The United Kingdom has a slightly higher cost of living than the United States. Students can work part-time on a student visa while in the United Kingdom.