London: Culture Capital of the World
calendar_month 29 Iul 2015, 00:00
This module runs in the second session: July 4 - July 25. An introduction to the arts, entertainment, fashion, architecture and history that have made London the world%E2%80%99s most influential and vital cultural hub. Why see Paris and die when you can see London and live? How did London become the world capital of music, art, fashion, design, theatre, film, architecture and so much else? From rock legends to the Royal Opera, Shakespeare to shock art and cathedrals to Canary Wharf, this module describes how London emerged from the ashes of war to become the most vibrant and culturally rich city on earth.

Target group
Students with an IELTS score of 6.0 or higherMinimum age: 18

Course aim
To give students an overall appreciation of London culture, including its theatre, dance, music, art, architecture and historyTo enable students to write fluent, confident and relevant reviews across a variety of arts and entertainment genresTo provide students with a basic appreciation of the various ways the arts are covered across all media platformsTo introduce students to artists, designers and performers able to explain their work

Credits info
7.5 ECTS Each Summer School module is worth 15 UK credits. Official Transcripts are provided at the end of the course.

Fee info
GBP 1439: Tuition Fee per session EUR 0: At the time of application, students have the opportunity to select from accommodation at two of the University of Westminster's centrally located Halls of Residence, as well as joining a comprehensive Social Programme including evening events in London, and weekend trips throughout the UK.Prices vary and are available in full detail on our website.

University of Westminster
Address: Cavendish House, 101 New Cavendish Street London
Postal code: W1W 6XH
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Website: www.westminster.ac.uk/summerschool
E-mail: educationabroad@westminster.ac.uk
Phone: +442079115166