Jan Term in London

Jan Term 2009 Information and Forms

Spend Jan Term studying in London, earning three to four credits in an intense, innovative academic setting that uses the cosmopolitan city of London as the classroom. Accommodations are at Daniel House, the Samford London Study Centre in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Daniel House is near the Victoria and Albert Museum, the Museum of Natural History, Harrods and Kensington Palace. In addition to a group trip outside the city, students will see many historic and cultural sites in London. Additional travel opportunities are available.

Eligibility, Course Requirements and Prerequisites

To register, a student must be currently enrolled as a full-time Samford student (minimum of 12 credits during the semester preceding participation), must have a minimum 2.5 GPA, and must not be under academic or disciplinary probation of any kind. Students must have met all prerequisites or requirements for the London classes in which they enroll. Students must maintain eligibility requirements prior to departure for London. Students must abide by participation and housing rules. Failure to do so will result in dismissal from the program, and financial penalties incurred are charged to the student.

Classes

Class size for Jan Term in London is limited; students are encouraged to apply as soon as they are eligible according to class standing. Students who apply after a class is filled may be placed on a waiting list pending available space. (A deposit is required to be placed on the waiting list; however, it will be refunded if space in the class does not become available.) Most classes require predeparture meetings during the fall semester. Class syllabi and details concerning meeting times are available from individual professors.

Extended Stay for Travel

Students may elect to stay Dec. 27, 2008–Jan. 23, 2009, and travel during the two weeks classes are not in session. No accommodations or university supervision will be provided during this travel time. Luggage storage is available at the Daniel House in London for a fee of £10. Students must return on designated group dates.

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Arrangements for international group travel involve advance planning, deposits and prepayment for many services. It is necessary, therefore, to have a stringent cancellation and refund policy. Students should read the policy before placing the nonrefundable deposit. Copies are posted at the London Programs Office, and each student receives a copy at registration, when the deposit is made.

Samford also offers a full Semester Abroad Program based at Daniel House, the London Study Centre. For information, contact the London Programs Office.