University of Leeds
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AT A GLANCE:
Site:
University of Leeds
Homepage:
http://www.leeds.ac.uk/
Location:
Leeds, England
Language of Instruction :
English
Subjects:
Architectural Engineering
Credits:
Transferable to UNL by dept. validation
Housing:
Student residences
Program Length:
Exchange: spring semester or year
Program Dates:
Fall term:
mid-September - late January
Spring term:
late January - mid-June
Type of Program:
exchange
Approximate Costs: 2008-2009
Semester: $4,836 (NE resident)
$10,285 (non resident)
Room only ~ from £1270 per semester
Eligibility:
Undergraduate
Application Deadline:
Exchange: October 1, March 1
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The University Community |
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Leeds, located in the northern part of the United Kingdom, is the regional capital of Yorkshire and Humber. The city has a population of 750,000. Leeds has been able to maintain a strong cultural, historical, and architectural heritage while also becoming one of the fastest growing economies in the UK. Students can enjoy the many museums in Leeds such as the Royal Armouries and the Thackray National Medical Museum. Leeds has a flourishing art community with impressive shows at places such as the Opera North and the West YorkshirePlayhouse.
Leeds' historical and architectural heritage can be seen in the City Square. Recently remodeled to appear the way the Victorian's planned it, there are now fountains and the famous Black Prince Statue. Students will also enjoy visiting the Exchange Quarter and the Corn Exchange, fine examples of Victorian Architecture.
The University of Leeds started in 1904. It now has about 30,500 students from 135 countries making it the second largest university in the UK. The size and international reputation of the university allows them to offer a wide range of academic courses. There are over 700 undergraduate and 474 graduate program degrees.
The University of Leeds is exceptional at combing research, learning, and teaching. They are one of the top ten universities for research in the UK and have professors who are involved in world-class research. The University of Leeds is internationally recognized in many academic areas of study. |
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Courses of Study |
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One of the University of Leeds' most recognized academic areas is engineering, specifically architectural engineering. The department teaches students the holistic design of buildings, architecture, engineering, and building services. It gets students ready for the multi-disciplinary nature of the modern building world.
A main focus of the architectural engineering courses is the study of adaptive or responsive architectural systems. Students will begin to understand how adaptation to building systems opens new opportunities for lightweight structures in architecture and civil engineering. The topics covered include form finding processes, materials, tools, and concepts.
A detailed course equivalence has been worked out between UNL's Architectural Engineering program and Leeds University for study at Leeds during the fourth semester. Similar arrangements can be worked out by other UNL programs.
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Living Arrangements |
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Students can choose from dormitories or flats, large or small, catered or non-catered, contemporary or traditional buildings, on campus or close to downtown. Every room has a single bed, wardrobe, desk, and a chair. Students in self-catering rooms will share kitchen facilities with other students and cook meals themselves. Those in catered rooms will have meals provided for them. Each residence will have different facillities - internet access, pool tables, common rooms, and parking spaces. All residences have a supervisor to keep an eye on the building and help with any problems.
Students are required to sign contracts for the whole academic year (September to June), unless they are attending for a short course. Meals and other services at residences are not provided during the university vacation times (December12th to January 12th and March 20th to April 20th). |
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Duration |
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The academic year begins in mid-September and ends in mid-June. |
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Type of Program |
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The exchange program is based on an agreement between Leeds University and UNL that allows a reciprocal exchange of students. Exchange students pay the program costs to their home institution and then swap places with students from the host institution. The number of students selected to participate in the exchange varies from year to year and depends on the balance of the exchange.
Credits earned at Leeds University are transferable to UNL by department validation. UNL students remain eligible for most scholarships and other forms of financial aid that they normally receive. |
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Am I eligible to apply? |
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The program is open to UNL sophomores, juniors and seniors who are in good standing. A 2.5 GPA is preferred. Students applying for the exchange program should demonstrate a genuine interest in international experience and in the program.
Applications are available at International Affairs or www.unl.edu/iaffairs. Application consists of Form A (bio-data), Form B (statement of purpose), two Form C's (references), Form E (proposed plan of study) and a transcript.
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Applications |
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You need following Applications for this program :
 Form A :: General Information
Form B :: Statement of Purpose
Form C :: References, 2 of these
Form E :: Proposed Plan of Study
Transcripts
These applications forms are available at International Affairs or www.unl.edu/iaffairs |
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When should I apply? |
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The deadline for application for the exchange program is March 1; the deadline for directly enrolling is April 1 and October 1. Later applications will be accepted if there are open places.
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How much will it cost? |
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2008-2009: For Nebraska residents, a semester program is $4,836. For non-residents, a semester program costs about $10,285. The cost includes tuition, fees and insurance. Not included are airfare (about $700-800), room (from £1270 per semester), food (£42 per week) books and personal expenses. |
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What about transportation? |
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A list of suggestions for student discounted airfare is available from International Affairs. |
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What else will I need? |
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Passport pictures; passport and visa information; books and materials about living, traveling, and working abroad are available in the International Affairs resource center at 420 University Terrace, 472-5358. |
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Can I get more information? |
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Complete course descriptions, more program information, and general books about the United Kingdom are available in the International Affairs resource center at 420 University Terrace, P.O. Box 880682, Lincoln, NE 68588-0682; 402/472-5358. Internet web site http://www.leeds.ac.uk/
Academics: Students should discuss general academic information about study in England and at the University o Leeds with their regular academic advisers. Architectural Engineering advisor for this exchange is Gren Yuill, 402-554-3859, gyuill1@unl.edu or yuill@mail.unomaha.edu, 102B PKI, Omaha, NE 68182.
Financial Aid: International Affairs offers limited scholarship assistance to promote diversity in UNL study abroad programs. Contact International Affairs for information. For other types of financial aid contact a study abroad financial aid adviser in the UNL Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid; 472-2030.
Administrative Details: For applications and details about studying abroad, transferring credit, etc., see additional handout materials and contact a study abroad advisor at International Affairs, 420 University Terrace; 472-5358.
Related Programs: Additional architectural engineering exchange programs place students at Victoria University and several sites through the International Student Exchange Program (ISEP) or the Utrecht Network. Students can study in English on other UNL-approved programs in Australia, Canada, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Ghana, Greece, Hong Kong, Korea, Malta, the Netherlands, Sweden, and Thailand.
Contact :
International Affairs
420 University Terrace
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE 68588-0682
(402) 472-5358
E-mail: iaffairs@unl.edu
Gren Yuill
Professor, Architectural Engineering
102B PKI
Omaha, NE 68182
402-554-3859
gyuill1@unl.edu or yuill@mail.unomaha.edu
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