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The University of Cumbria was formed on August 1, 2007 from an amalgamation of St. Martin's College, Cumbria Institute of the Arts, and the Cumbrian campuses of the University of Central Lancashire. The University offers a very high-quality learning experience in a supportive environment which enables you to achieve your personal and professional potential at whichever campus you choose to study within the University of Cumbria system. As a Cortland study abroad student, you may choose to study at either the Lancaster or the Carlisle campus.
Lancaster is known as the "Big little city" because the city has both a significant, student-dominated atmosphere and a respected cultural scene rooted in theater, music, and the arts. Theater aficionados will enjoy the Dukes Theater year-round performances and the nationally acclaimed summer Promenade theater season.
If you prefer an active, outdoors lifestyle to the city, you may choose to study at the Carlisle campus. Carlisle is located at the base of the Lake District and the Solway Firth, bringing the great outdoors to your doorstep and making it your playground. The city has a distinct outdoors feel and there are many local (as well as university clubs) for outdoor pursuits. Particularly popular are fell running, cycling, fell walking, sailing in Morecambe, and potholing just over the border in North Yorkshire. If you prefer to be a spectator more than a participant, Carlisle many exciting football and rugby games as well as a race course.
| City, Country |
Lancaster OR Carlisle, England |
|---|---|
| Session |
Semester and/or Academic Year |
| Dates |
Fall Term: Early September - Early January Spring Term: Mid January - Late May |
| Requirements |
2.5 GPA |
| Application Deadline |
Fall Term: May 1 Spring Term: October 15 Download, complete and return to SUNY Cortland by the above deadlines: University of Cumbria Study Abroad Application and SUNY Study Abroad Application. A non-refundable $20 application fee must be included with the application. Cash or a check, made payable to SUNY Cortland, are both acceptable forms of payment. |
| Travel Information |
Flight booked by participant New! Spring 2010 Dates: Spring 2010 Arrival Date at University of Cumbria: January 16, 2010 Spring 2010 Departure Date from University of Cumbria: May 22, 2010 Fall 2009 Dates: Arrival Date: September 17, 2009 Departure Date: January 16, 2010 New! Directions to campus from the airport and other travel tips University of Cumbria Academic Year Calendar Before you depart for England, please read the International Student Welcome Guide (you may wish to print this guide and bring it with you) and the "things to do before you leave" checklist. Also, be sure to review the "when you first arrive in the UK", "when you arrive at the university", and the FAQs sections. |
| Program Costs | |
| Program Course Information |
Students may only select courses from the Lancaster and Carlisle campuses; students may NOT take courses at both campuses. Please visit the University of Cumbria non-EU International Student site for the non-EU student course catalog. When selecting courses, students must be sure to enroll in a total of 60 CATS (equivalent to 30 ECTS or 15 US credits). Download, complete, and return to SUNY Cortland: Cumbria Course Selection/Learning Agreement form. |
| Accommodations |
Participants must live on-campus in one of the numerous residence halls and may select from partially-catered or self-catered accommodations. Learn more about Carlisle campus housing and Lancaster campus housing. Download, Complete, and Return either: the Carlisle campus housing application and description OR the Lancaster campus housing application and description. |
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