Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham, England
SUMMARY
This exchange is for Business majors, especially those with an international emphasis or Management majors. Four or five classes are available to UW-W students each semester. Fall semester classes include: European and International Business Environment, Competitive Advantage, Financial Management, and Satisfying Customers. Spring semester classes include: the second half of European and International Business Environment, E-Commerce, Human Resources in Organizations, and Inter-Cultural Effectiveness. An extended stay which would include a summer internship may also be arranged.
For more information about Nottingham Trent University, visit: http://www.ntu.ac.uk
For information about courses offered please click here.
ELIGIBILITY
Students must: (1) be a Business major; (2) have junior standing; (3) have a 2.75 cumulative GPA at the time of application; (4) have a clean disciplinary record; and (5) be back on the UW-Whitewater campus for at least one final semester prior to graduation.
APPLICATION, DATES AND DEADLINES
The application process consists of two steps: an application to UW-W for approval to study abroad followed by an application to the host institution abroad. Applications are available from the Center for Global Education.
Academic year abroad: early October – June. UW-W application deadline is March 15.
Spring semester abroad: January - June. UW-W application deadline is October 15.
* Due to the trimester system at Nottingham – Trent, Academic Year abroad is the only possibility for exchange students. NTU’s academic calendar consists of three trimesters and students are required to attend all three trimesters in order to receive academic credit. The first trimester is from October through December, the second one is from January through March, and the third trimester is from April through June. There is no possibility to only attend just one or two trimesters and receive academic credit.
APPROXIMATE COST
Students pay UW-Whitewater tuition while studying abroad through this program. The following is an approximate budget that can be used as a guide. Personal spending habits and exchange rate fluctuations can affect estimated totals. Current currency exchange rate information can be found at www.oanda.com
UW-W cannot be held responsible for program cost increases due to variations in world exchange rates!
| In-State Tuition* | $3082 | Room & Board | $2,600 - $3,000 |
| World Class Coverage Plan (insurance) | $185 | Round Trip Airfare | $700 - $1000 |
| Local Transportation & Personal Expenses | $2,500-$3,500 | Student Visa | $150 |
| Approximate TOTAL per semester (17 weeks) | $9,300 - $11,000 | ||
*For current non-resident tuition prices, please contact Student Accounts at 262.472.1373.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Housing arrangements are coordinated through the host institution. Students can choose between on-campus housing, off-campus housing or living with a host family.
WORLD CLASS COVERAGE PLAN
All students participating in a UW-System international education program are required to purchase the World Class Coverage Plan from Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI). CISI insurance costs $37 per 30-day period and must be paid in full to the Center for Global Education before the student leaves the U.S.
PASSPORT REQUIREMENTS
Students will need a passport to study in the United Kingdom. Your passport should be valid for at least six months beyond the end of your program. The passport fee is approximately $100. Obtaining a passport can take two to three months. Passport applications are available in the Center for Global Education.
VISA REQUIREMENTS
U.S. students now need a “student-visitor visa” to study in the U.K. if they are staying for less than six months. Please look at the current regulations. Regular student visas are required for stays over 6 months. For more information on British visas, visit: http://www.britainusa.com/visas/articles_show.asp?i=65009&L1=41000
FINANCIAL AID/SCHOLARSHIPS
Qualified students may apply for a Wisconsin Study Abroad Grant (need-based) of up to $2,000. Applications are available from the Center for Global Education. To discuss having your financial aid applied to study abroad, schedule an appointment with the Financial Aid Office as 262.472.1130. All students are also encouraged to apply for college-specific scholarships. The Center for Global Education has additional information on grants and scholarships for study abroad.
Graham Study Abroad in Great Britain ($500 Award)
Eligibility: Candidates must enroll for a period of one semester or longer in a university in Great Britain. Candidates must have obtained junior standing or above and a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or better. This is open to all majors. Applications are due no later than March 15th for the fall semester and academic year, and by October 15th for the spring semester. Applications for this scholarship are available from the Office of International Education & Programs, but must be submitted to the History Department, Baker Hall 214.
UWW Exchange Program Faculty Advisor:
| Dr. William Drago |
| UW-Whitewater Department of Business Management Carlson Hall, Room 5054 |
| Phone: (262) 472-3994 |
| Email: dragow@uww.edu |
For more information, please contact the Center for Global Education
**The information found herein is subject to change without notice.** Aug 2008 version