SOAS, University of London: London - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
- Location(s): London, The United Kingdom
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
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SOAS, University of London is the only Higher Education institution in Europe specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East. SOAS is a remarkable institution. Uniquely combining language scholarship, disciplinary expertise... read more
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You really learn how to fend for yourself. Wellesley is so wonderfully helpful and kind to its students, while SOAS really is not. I had a great time meeting new friends, learning London and traveling Europe. In general, it was a terrific experience. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned how to teach myself, as learning was very personal, not interactive, at SOAS. I learned how to take advantage of the city I was in and all it had to offer.I learned how to travel effectively and use the knowledge I gained in my studies elsewhere. I learned how to deal with difficult people to live with. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Loved it! Learned the city life, how to cook for myself and cleaning my own bathroom! chaipie - Wellesley College View Entire Review
ABSOLUTELY. My study abroad experience helped me to understand more accurately the western world and perceptions of America and Americans abroad. Cassandra E - Wellesley College View Entire Review
My study abroad experience was worthwhile, because being on my own taught me how to be more independent and rely on myself. It also broadened my horizons because I traveled to places I had never been to before. Marwah M - Wellesley College View Entire Review
yes, took classes that you cannot take at wellesley Naranidh P - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Yes -- it was a program that really stretched my mind in a way that only international perspective can. Anjali P - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Yes, I definitely grew as a person from being more independent in a new country, interacting with people who were so different from my own college, and learning about my own major from a different angle. Zahra G - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Yes. Merene B - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Emily G - Barnard College View Entire Review
I know that I don't want to study in England, and definitely will not go there for my Masters, but would like to work in London. Satomi G - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I love being in London for a year! It was AWESOME! There are lots of opportunities, so many attractions and the city itself is so diverse! I absolutely loved it and would study abroad all over again if I could! Also, the Study-Abroad administrator for SOAS - Sophie - was great and always helpful with everything! A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I gained so much personally. It was very worthwhile, but next time I plan on going somewhere else. A student - Pace University View Entire Review
It was helpful for me to live abroad for a time so that I can have an awareness of cultural and continental differences. I felt it was important to study abroad so that my education would be well-rounded. Jessica S - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Yes Taylor-Kamara L - Wellesley College View Entire Review
N/A Viveka B - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Yes, my program was definitely worthwhile. I gained experience in a very different academic milieu, one that I enjoyed greatly. I plan to go back to the UK to pursue further education, because I have benefited from the more open environment that prevails in its institutions. Discussions were, in my opinion, of more value because... Mannat J - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Yes. My internship and the Chinese law course made it very worth while. I would not mind working abroad in London. myco h - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Yes. I learned a lot academically and personally through this experience. I also made wonderful friendships that I think will last a long time. I was glad that I took the chance and put myself out there to experience it. Esther I - Wellesley College View Entire Review
It has changed my world-view of global politics and American involvement drastically. I was also there during the elections, so that was fascinating to see! Claire A - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Though the classes weren't necessarily the greatest, I loved London (the museums are incredible) and the friends I made there were amazing. Ashley L - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Yes, completely worthwhile. It made me more relaxed about my future, not to be so stressed out. To just learn and enjoy. Amazing environment, very liberal university with students ranging from such diverse backgrounds. I feel like i matured more during this year than I have in the past three. Which is great, considering graduati... Kristina S - Wellesley College View Entire Review
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SOAS, University of London is the only Higher Education institution in Europe specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East. SOAS is a remarkable institution. Uniquely combining language scholarship, disciplinary expertise and regional focus, it has the largest concentration in Europe of academic staff concerned with Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
With more than 5,000 students from around the world (our students represent more than 130 nationalities and 45% of the student population is from outside the UK), SOAS makes for a fascinatingly diverse and lively close-knit community. As a Study Abroad student, you are able to design your own unique programme of study and be surrounded by students who share your passion for international issues. Whether you decide to focus on a particular region or concentrate on a specific discipline, you are free to choose from a wide range of courses from across 17 different departments. There are more than 400 fully integrated courses to choose from including: Law, Development Studies, Economics, Politics, non-European languages, History, Anthropology and Religion. Take this opportunity to study and live within easy distance of all the main tourist attractions and fashionable area of London like Camden, Soho and Islington. You could also take advantage of cheap and easy travel connections from London to the rest of the UK, to Europe and even to North Africa. We look forward to meeting you!
With more than 5,000 students from around the world (our students represent more than 130 nationalities and 45% of the student population is from outside the UK), SOAS makes for a fascinatingly diverse and lively close-knit community. As a Study Abroad student, you are able to design your own unique programme of study and be surrounded by students who share your passion for international issues. Whether you decide to focus on a particular region or concentrate on a specific discipline, you are free to choose from a wide range of courses from across 17 different departments. There are more than 400 fully integrated courses to choose from including: Law, Development Studies, Economics, Politics, non-European languages, History, Anthropology and Religion. Take this opportunity to study and live within easy distance of all the main tourist attractions and fashionable area of London like Camden, Soho and Islington. You could also take advantage of cheap and easy travel connections from London to the rest of the UK, to Europe and even to North Africa. We look forward to meeting you!
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Area, Ethnic and Group Studies
- Area Studies
- African Studies
- Asian Studies
- East Asian Studies
- Near Eastern Studies, Middle Eastern Studies
- South Asian Studies
- Southeast Asian Studies
- Central Asian Studies
- Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
- Foreign Languages and Literatures
- African Languages, Literature
- East Asian Languages, Literature
- South Asian Languages, Literature
- Southeast Asian Languages, Literature
- Legal Studies
- Anthropology
- Economics
- International Relations
- Political Science and Government
- Sociology and Anthropology
- Management Science
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