Revelle in London
London, England
Overview
FACULTY LEADER
Patrick H. Patterson
patrickpatterson@ucsd.edu
Patrick Patterson has been teaching at UC San Diego since 2001, first for the Making of the Modern World program at Eleanor Roosevelt College, and more recently as a member of the History Department. His research focuses on the history of 20th-century Eastern Europe and the Balkans, with major emphases on everyday life and consumer culture and on the interplay of Islam, Christianity, and secular society. He teaches courses on everyday life under authoritarian rule, Islam and immigration in contemporary Europe, Americanization and anti-Americanism, law and religion, and the international law of war crimes and genocide. He received his Ph.D. in History from the University of Michigan, a J.D. from the University of Virginia, and an A.B. in Religion from Princeton University.
ACADEMIC FOCUS
- HUM 3GS: Renaissance, Reformation, and Early Modern Europe (PDF)
- HITO 156GS: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the US and Europe: Multiple Multiculturalisms (PDF)
London is a site of extraordinary cultural and historical importance for the three key periods and themes of Humanities 3: the Renaissance, the Reformation, and Early Modern Europe. Several of the required texts for the Humanities course arise from the work of English writers during the course period (Shakespeare, Thomas More, Francis Bacon, John Milton). The second course will set the American record against European approaches to multiculturalism and DEI policies, which are often quite different. Britain's history and contemporary experience — and in particular, the record of life in a vividly and often controversial multicultural London — will occupy a prominent place in our discussions and in the course assignments. Studying these events in London will afford students an unparalleled opportunity to explore historical and contemporary events where they actually occurred. To engage with this material in situ will provide students with a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience history coming alive as a subject.
WHO SHOULD GO
Revelle College students can fulfill Humanities requirements through this program. HITO 156GS may count toward the History major and minor. This Global Seminar has been approved to fulfill the DEI requirement. Consult your academic advisor to determine officially how the courses will apply to your graduation requirements.
Information Sessions
- Thursday, Jan. 19, 5:00 - 6:30 pm
- Register here for the live Zoom link, and/or to get the post-session recording.
DATES
| Departure from U.S.: | Sat., August 5, 2023 |
|---|---|
| Arrival: | Sun., August 6, 2023 |
| Mandatory Orientation: | Mon., August 7, 2023 |
| First Day of Class: | Tues., August 8, 2023 |
| Last Day of Class: | Fri., September 8, 2023 |
| Departure for the U.S. (or personal travel): |
Sat., September 9, 2023 |
ARRIVAL INFORMATION
- Do not purchase plane tickets until the program is confirmed. All approved applicants will be notified by e-mail when the program has been confirmed by reaching minimum enrollment.
- Because of the evolving COVID-19 situation, when you do buy tickets, we strongly encourage you to purchase refundable plane tickets or flight cancellation insurance.
- Consider purchasing carbon offsets for your flight through your airline.
- Arrival instructions will be posted here once the program is confirmed.
- The Study Abroad Office will be hosting several flight workshops to provide tips and advice on flight purchases. Check the Study Abroad Calendar for more information.
- Our overseas partner requires that all students be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to participate in this program. The provider will request verification during the pre-departure process. No refunds will be given for failure to comply.
Program Details
Fees and Funding
Global Seminar Fees
All fees subject to change. See https://summersession.ucsd.edu/tuition/index.html for current tuition and campus-based fees.
| UCSD | Other UC | Non-UC | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Program Cost: (includes $500 administrative fee) |
$6,336.41 | $6,336.41 | $6,336.41 |
| Estimated Tuition and Campus-Based Fees: |
$2,501.68 | $2,551.68 | $3,241.68 |
| Total: (not including airfare or personal expenses) |
$8,838.09 | $8,888.09 | $9,578.09 |
Budget Sheet
- 2023 London budget sheet (PDF)
Click here to access our Quick Guide to Budgets, Billing, and Refund Policies.
Notes:
All fees are subject to change without notice.
Registration, course fees, and schedules are determined by the Governor, Legislature, and Board of Regents. All University of California, San Diego students are charged campus-based fees as part of their registration/course fees (University Center, Recreation Facility, ICA Student Activity fees). For specific summer fee information, please visit: UCSD Summer Session website.
Funding Options
More than half of the students participating in UC San Diego Global Seminars receive financial aid, and there are also a range of scholarships available. You should take the initiative to figure out how you will pay for your program before you even apply. Below is a list of resources to help you research your financial options.
For non-UCSD students, financial aid will be processed through your home university. Many universities on the semester system require students to receive 6 semester units (9 quarter units) during the summer in order to be eligible for financial aid. UC San Diego Global Seminar coursework is worth 8 quarter units. Check with your Financial Aid Office about this requirement.Academic Excursions
Site Visits in London
- London city tour
- London Plague walking tour
- Guided tour, educational workshop and tickets to a play at Shakespeare's Globe Theatre (subject to availability)
- Museum of London
- Hampton Court Palace
- All Saints’ Church
Day Trips
Overnight Excursion to Salisbury, Stonehenge and Bath
Excursions are subject to change without prior notice. No refunds are possible.
Living Arrangements
Housing
- Students will be housed in a furnished student apartment in central London. Apartments will have double or single rooms with shared kitchen.
- Internet access is included in the accommodation.
- Our program partner will accept roommate requests during the pre-departure process. Roommate requests cannot be guaranteed and must be mutual. Each student must request the other student in writing separately.
- Housing arrangements are subject to change based on local circumstances without prior notice. No price adjustments are possible.
Meals
Meals that are included:
- Welcome and Farewell dinner
Classroom and Computer Access
- Classroom in our on-site partner's London study center near Oxford Circus.
- All classrooms are equipped with projector, white board, computer, and internet access..
- No computer lab access - plan to bring a laptop.
- Wireless access may be intermittent due to local conditions. No refunds or price adjustments are possible.
Transportation
- Airport pickup at the beginning of the program will be provided for students who arrive during designated pick up window at London Heathrow Airport. Required arrival time will be posted after March 1.
- Upon completion of the program students will receive a cash stipend to cover their transportation from central London back to London Heathrow by means of the Heathrow Express.
- Students will receive an Oyster Card for Zones 1 and 2 valid on the London Underground for the duration of the program.
Phones
- More information about how to obtain a local SIM card will be provided at the pre-departure orientation.
- Students will be responsible for purchasing their own calling time/minutes.
Insurance, Health, and Safety
- Comprehensive on-site orientation including health and safety, important logistics, tips on living in London, and tips on being academically successful
- 24/7 emergency support provided by IFSA-Butler staff
- International health insurance provided by Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI)
- All students must register for UC travel insurance. This is free coverage, but registration is required prior to departure.
