Leicester offers a single semester program in a variety of subjects including Archaeology, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, English Literature, History, Languages, Mathematics, Politics, and Sociology. Founded in 1921,the University of Leicester is amongst the top 25 UK universities. It offers a high quality of teaching and research and has a reputation for creating a welcoming, supportive atmosphere within which students can learn and live. Nearly 8,500 full time students attend the university from approximately 70 different countries. University owned accommodation is guaranteed to all students on the study abroad program.
All accommodation is of a high standard with easy access to the university.
Students will live in single rooms and be provided with a meal plan . Included in the program is an overeas orientation to take place in either Britain or Rome, Italy depending on the semester students choose to study. The Fall orientation in Britain includes guided visits to Lincoln and Stratford upon Avon and includeds a performance of a play by the Royal Shakespeare Company. Location With a population of 300,000, Leicester is a lively and cosmopolitan city. Thriving entertainment includes the UK's largest comedy festival and a large variety of pubs, clubs, restaurants, cinemas, and theatres.