Program Description

Experience British culture while studying abroad to the University of Warwick! This program allows students to directly enroll in university courses in a variety of fields and have the opportunity to live and study alongside British students. Situated on the edge of the city of Coventry on a self-contained campus, the University of Warwick is only a short journey away from major cities and yet close to some of the most scenic countryside in the United Kingdom (UK). Centrally located in the heart of England, and only a short train ride to London, Warwick is well placed to explore both the British Isles as well as mainland Europe.

Academics

Founded in 1965, the University of Warwick has developed rapidly into one of Britain’s leading teaching and research institutions, and is consistently rated among the top ten universities in the UK. Situated on the edge of the city of Coventry on a self contained campus, the University of Warwick is centrally located in England and only 80 minutes from London by train. The university has over 15,500 students studying in 30 different academic departments. With 20 percent of the student population coming from over 120 different countries, the Warwick campus is truly an international environment.

The university’s 30 academic departments are organized within four Faculties: Arts, Social Studies, Science and Medicine. Students are based in a specific department and are assigned a personal tutor from among the teaching staff, who provides academic counseling and individual support. Most students can take courses from two or three different academic departments, from across a wide range of the university’s degree programs. Students participating under the exchange program take the majority of their courses in either the department of history or philosophy.

Housing

The University of Warwick Accommodations Office arranges housing in a university dormitory on campus. Students live with British and international students in single or double rooms, with either private or shared bathroom facilities. Students prepare meals in kitchens in their dormitory or purchase meals from one of the many campus cafes and restaurants.

Excursions and Activities

Upon arrival in Warwick, students participate in a four-day, orientation program organized by the University of Warwick International Office. Consisting of activities, trips, social events, and information sessions, the orientation is designed to help with adjustment to life in West Midlands and at the university. International Office staff and a UW-Madison graduate student liaison are also available to assist participants throughout the year.

The university’s student union offers a wide range of activities, including more than 250 clubs and societies, nightclubs, films, music, restaurants, cafes, and bars. Students interested in sports will find a selection of facilities and clubs to play socially, learn a new sport, or join competition. The Warwick Arts Center, one of the largest centers for the performing arts in the UK, offers films, music, theater, opera, and dance performances from top UK and international artists.