Queen Margaret University College |
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AT A GLANCE:
Homepage:
www.qmced.ac.uk
Location:
Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
Language:
English
Cost (2007-2008:
Year:
$7,676 (Nebraska resident),
$17,950 (non resident)
Semester:
$3,973 (Nebraska resident),
$9,110 (non resident)
Housing: $2,800 per semester
Subjects :
Communication and Media, Food and Nutrition, Hospitality and Tourism, Health Care, Management, Social Sciences and Health.
Application Deadline :
March 1
Housing :
Student Residence
Download as a PDF file :
margaret.pdf
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The University Community |
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Queen Margaret University College is a university-level institution founded in 1875 in Edinburgh, Scotland. Located on a beautiful estate on the perimeter of the Scottish capital, Queen Margaret is host to 3,000 full-time and 2,000 part-time students. The College has an extensive library with print and non-print materials and state-of-the-art information technology (computer) facilities. An educational resource center includes a television studio, video, equipment and a darkroom for student use. It also has extensive sports and recreational facilities, complementing the numerous public facilities in the city.
Edinburgh is a wonderful place to study. It is home to a wide range of educational, cultural and leisure facilities. The Royal Museum of Scotland and their Museum of Childhood are but a few of the many museums in the city. Music forms an essential part of life in Edinburgh. Pubs often feature jazz, rock or folk music, while other venues offer concerts, recitals and musical shows. Art galleries can be found all over the city. Theaters are numerous and it is not uncommon for Queen Margaret graduates to be either on the stage or behind the scenes. Movie theaters, pubs and a variety of restaurants make Edinburgh and exciting site for your study program. Public transportation is readily available in Edinburgh and to points beyond. Glasgow is about an hour by train or bus. |
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Courses of Study |
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A full-time program generally consists of three integrated modules each semester. Each module provides an in-depth approach to the subject matter, frequently combining the application of theory to practice. Just a few of the content areas within the programs listed above include: consumer research, applied food science, nutrition, economics, textiles, mass communication, human resource management, nursing, sociology, speech pathology, linguistics and counseling. |
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Living Arrangements |
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Students from UNL live in a single room in one of the halls of residence on the campus of the College. There are two large dining halls on campus which provide meals and an all-day snack bar service. In addition, there are shared kitchen facilities in the halls of residence. It is quite common for students to combine their talents and cuisines, preparing meals together. Room and board are paid on -site. |
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Duration |
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The exchange program is for two semesters, from September to June. Semester placements may be possible for selected subject area/majors. |
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Type of Program |
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The exchange program is based on an agreement between Queen Margaret and UNL that allows a reciprocal exchange of students. Exchange students pay the program costs to their home institution and then swap places with the 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.
If exchange spots are not open UNL students may apply on a direct-enroll basis.
Credits earned at Queen Margaret 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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Any UNL undergraduate, in good standing, is eligible to participate in the program at Queen Margaret College. A 2.5 GPA is preferred. Serious students who will adapt readily to the local culture and who will benefit from living in a foreign country will be selected for the exchange.
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When should I apply? |
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The deadline is March 1. Late applications will be accepted if there are positions open.
A complete application consists of: Form A (bio-statistics); Form B (personal essay); two of Form C (academic reference); Form E (proposed plan of study); and an official transcript. All forms may be picked up from International Affairs, or downloaded from: www.unl.edu/iaffairs |
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How much will it cost? |
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The 2007-2008 academic year program costs about $7,676 for Nebraska residents and $17,950 for non-residents and $3,973 per semester for NE residents and $9,110 for non-residents. These costs include instructional costs and insurance and are paid to UNL. Transportation (about $700-800) is not included. Housing costs (room and board) are paid directly abroad and are about $2,800 per semester. |
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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 Netherlands are available in the International Affairs resource center at 420 University Terrace, P.O. Box 880682, Lincoln, NE 68588-0682; 402/472-5358. You can also access Queen Margaret College's website at www.qmced.ac.uk. International Affairs website is www.unl.edu/iaffairs.
 Academics: Students should discuss study plans with their regular academic advisors for information about studying in the Netherlands and/or Western Europe.
Financial Aid: For information about applying your financial aid to study abroad programs, contact a study abroad financial aid adviser in the UNL Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid, 402/472-2030.
Administrative Details: For applications and details about studying abroad, transferring credit, etc., see additional handout materials or contact a study abroad advisor at International Affairs, 420 University Terrace; 472-5358.
Related Programs: Additional UNL exchange programs in Europe include German universities in Bayreuth, Hannover, and Heidelberg ; United Kingdom universities in Lancaster and Aberdeen; and several sites through the International Student Exchange Program (ISEP) of which UNL is a member institution. Several non-exchange programs in western and eastern Europe and the United Kingdom have also been approved for UNL students
Contact :
International Affairs
420 University Terrace
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE 68588-0682
(402) 472-5358
E-mail: iaffairs@unl.edu |
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