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Global Summer Schools 2019
A Summer
at Lancaster
Join us on our beautiful campus and Lancaster University is among the best
experience a summer school at a highly in the UK. Top 10 in all three major national
02 ranked global university. You will spend league tables, we’re highly ranked in 03
time connecting with students from around international league tables and were named
the world through a varied programme of University of the Year by The Times and The
lectures, seminars and field trips. Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018.
There will be free time to explore the UK We have also taken the top spot for Best
and see major cities, and we have an Campus University and Best University
extensive social programme to ensure you in the North West, so come and visit us
have the opportunity to make some life- for the summer to see why!
long friendships along the way!
For more information visit lancaster.ac.uk/global-summer-schools
Leadership,
Sustainability Introducing
& Innovation Week 1 Britain
You’ll explore theoretical practices and
responsibilities of leadership through
lectures and workshops. Field trips will 7 – 27 July
help you make sense of the theories and 15 LU / 4 US / 8 ECTS credits
learning from the classroom and you will Make friends and team-build on a variety of social activities as you learn about British
begin to work in a team on a live project culture, history and politics over the past three hundred years. Taste international
to explore the scope for sustainability cuisines in Manchester City, tour Lancaster Castle, and canoe on Lake Windermere
innovation within an organisation. as you travel across the Northwest of the UK over the three weeks.
Week 2 Week 1 Week 3
There will be lectures, workshops, field Manchester: The Lake District:
trips and project sponsor visits covering ‘Changing Political Structures’ ‘Culture and Communication’
sustainability innovation and integrated
sustainable development goals. You’ll The summer school starts in Manchester Based in the scenic Lake District,
also present your recommendations to where you’ll discuss the changing you’ll study the work of famous poets,
your clients on the final day in a project political structures of Britain and writers and artists, exploring the
showcase event. British society. You’ll learn about the beautiful landscape that inspired William
developments and social and economic Wordsworth’s poems, Beatrix Potter’s
04 Assessment 05
consequences of the Industrial stories of Peter Rabbit, and the homes
23 June – 7 July This summer school will be assessed Revolution in Britain, incorporating in which they were written.
15 LU / 4 US / 8 ECTS credits visits to the house of nineteenth century
through three methods: Assessment
author Elizabeth Gaskell, a textile mill
Develop your leadership skills and sense + 50%: Individual reflective assignment and Liverpool. This summer school is assessed on
of entrepreneurship as you work to fix (2,500 words) completed after the four components:
real issues with local businesses and programme
Non-Governmental Organisations. + 10%: Textual analysis: (250 – 300
+ 40%: Group client report (4,000 words) words)
You’ll work in small teams to develop
+ 10%: Peer assessments of project
an appreciation of sustainability and
showcase event Week 2 + 25%: Group Presentation
innovation, as well as engage with + 25%: In-class test
Lancaster:
entrepreneurs and businesses on
‘Movements and Migrations’ + 40%: Essay assignment (1,200 –
this highly interactive programme.
1,500 words)
This week you’ll be based at Lancaster
University. Here you’ll focus on the
twentieth and twenty-first centuries,
considering the impact that the two world
wars had on Britain and its relationship
with the rest of the world. You will explore
language and culture issues in modern
British media, such as the causes and
political implications of Brexit.
For more information visit lancaster.ac.uk/global-summer-schools
Exploring
Science of the the Law
Environment
14 July – 11 August
15 LU / 4 US / 8 ECTS credits
21 July – 11 August
This summer school will provide you with an opportunity to explore current legal issues and
15 LU / 4 US / 8 ECTS credits develop your awareness and understanding of the methods, processes and concepts that
You will explore the mountains, lakes, countryside and coasts in our beautiful region underpin University-level legal studies. This programme is aimed at providing undergraduates
of the UK, to better understand the natural environment and human impacts on it. with a first experience of studying law, and may be particularly useful for those interested in
Through interactive classroom and lab sessions, field excursions and special site visits, studying law at postgraduate level.
you will explore the processes that shape the Earth, natural systems and human impacts. You’ll experience lectures, seminars and group work on campus, field trips to help you connect
the issues and concepts to the practice and operation of law, plus travel to London to make
visits to significant law organisations.
Week 1 & 2 Week 3
You’ll be introduced to the culture, There will be a two night trip to London
lifestyle and landscapes of the UK to explore the capital and you will also
Week 1 Week 3 & 4
and explore: be preparing assessment materials and You will explore issues and concepts that In the final weeks, you will turn your
+ The Earth (earth sciences; hydrological working on a team project under the are fundamental to our understanding attention to international law and
and ice processes; volcanoes; theme of ‘Understanding, Respecting of criminal laws and processes. Lectures human rights law, selecting key
atmospheric sciences and climate) and Managing the Earth System’ where will introduce the issues and concepts, themes and issues from this hugely
you will develop a scientific approach explain their significance and the context important and contentious area of
06 + Biological processes (ecology; 07
to the study of environmental problems. in which they operate and develop. law. You’ll gain an important overview
conservation)
Assessment You will then have an opportunity to of the whole field, while also enjoying
+ Human impacts (pollution control) discuss and explore the issues further deeper consideration of selected
You’ll go on field excursions and This summer school will be assessed in seminars as well as develop your topics. A trip to London, including
support lab sessions as well as attend through three methods: analytical and legal reasoning skills visits to leading legal institutions and
introductory lectures and seminars. in masterclasses. You will also begin international legal experts, will help to
+ 30%: Group project
Science days will cover: to work in a team, engaging in group reinforce the excitement, challenges
+ 10%: Group presentation on your exercises during the workshops. and transcendental importance of this
+ Introduction to Geology and Rocks environmental project field of law in the modern world. You’ll
+ Fire and Ice: Volcanoes and Ice Sheets + 60%: Individual reflective essay also start to prepare for your essay
shaping the Earth (2,000 words plus figures, tables, assignments and carry out the last of
+ Catchments, water and soils references and appendices) the group exercises, as we pull together
+ W here land meets sea – our coastal
submitted post programme. Week 2 the insights, implications and issues that
have emerged during the summer school.
zone You’ll explore contemporary issues
and themes concerning the role and Assessment
+ Atmosphere and Climate
impact of law in other key areas. This summer school will be assessed
+ G IS, big data and other tools for
Skills masterclasses will give you through four methods:
environmental scientists
a grounding in legal research and
+ Ecology and Conservation in our local writing skills. In the workshops, you + 40%: Essay (1,500 words) exploring
environment will work more independently in teams one designated theme in depth
+ Pollution – sources, effects and control on exercises arising out of the lectures + 25%: Presentation
+ Feeding the world using crop science and seminars.
+25%: Group work (weekly group
presentations and exercises such
as mooting or negotiations on specific
themes)
+10%: Written assessment (annotated
bibliography and short proposal for
the essay title)
For more information visit lancaster.ac.uk/global-summer-schools
lancaster.ac.uk/studyabroad
International
International Cultural
Commercial Experience
Law
21 July – 11 August
10 LU / 3 US / 6 ECTS credits
21 July – 11 August
Develop an understanding of current issues and potential difficulties facing different communities
15 LU / 4 US / 8 ECTS credits in Britain. As well as class lectures and seminars, you’ll have the chance to experience Lancaster
Explore current issues in international commercial law and develop your understanding life through activities related to business, culture, social issues and political matters. Build
and knowledge of the underpinning methods, processes and concepts on this summer international friendships on team-building social activities: deliver a talent show, visit London
school. Primarily aimed at undergraduate law students you’ll experience legal studies with and other cities and compete in the competitive College Cup Day!
both a basis in English law and legal methods, and a focus on international perspectives
and issues.
In addition to the seminars, lectures and group work on campus, you’ll also spend two
nights in London, exploring and experiencing law in one of the global hubs of international
commercial law. Week 1 Week 3
Learn about British culture and society, In the final week, a trip to London will
and how these factors contribute to inspire you to think about the diversity
a diverse range of experiences in the of British culture and differences
08 Week 1 Week 3 workplace. You’ll visit a local business in between regions in England and urban/ 09
Formation of Business Insolvency and Commercial the region and learn about the associated rural environments. You’ll also have
Transactions social and economic impact of small to the opportunity to reflect on your
This topic introduces international
medium enterprises. You will take part in experiences and present your work
commercial law by highlighting the You’ll explore the notion of insolvency community experiences and also engage to your tutors and peers.
concept of risk in business/commercial as a pervasive issue in international in problem-solving team challenges,
activities, providing a brief history of commercial law. It will highlight the Assessment
where you will consider the importance
commercial law, discussing various impact of insolvency on commercial of language and communication, This summer school will be assessed
business vehicles as well as the concepts activity as well as the twin ideals of especially in intercultural contexts. through three methods:
and implications of separate legal insolvency regimes to facilitate the
personality and limited liability. restructuring / rescue of an insolvent + 30%: Presentation
entity or to procure a sensible + 40%: Reflective report
distribution of available assets to
+ 30%: Written assessment
creditors. Finally, the future of insolvency
and other commercial law regimes in light
Week 2
Week 2 of Brexit will be considered. This week you will learn how recent
Management of Business Assessment political changes have affected Britain.
You will meet a local politician and debate
Exploring key issues in the trading This summer school will be assessed key issues surrounding social change
phase of a commercial enterprise, you’ll through two methods: and the challenges facing the North
consider the importance of finance / West of England. You’ll engage with local
capital to commercial activities and how + 75%: Essay (2,000 words)
community organisations and take part
that finance is procured, discussing + 25%: Presentations which will be in volunteering in support of social and
key concepts like security, guarantees, delivered across the three weeks environmental initiatives in the local area.
retention of tile and receivables on specific themes
financing. Finally, you’ll consider options
for resolving international commercial
disputes, with the focus on globally-used
measures of arbitration.
For more information visit lancaster.ac.uk/global-summer-schools
What’s on
Understanding campus
Britain Accommodation Ice Cream Parlour
Bookshop Bakery
14 August – 14 September
15 LU / 4 US / 8 ECTS credits Banks Supermarket
Build friendships and learn about British culture and history over the last two Post Office Cafés and Bars
hundred years. With classically British social activities you will have the chance
to have afternoon tea in a vintage tearoom, tour Lancaster Castle, and compete Cinema Sports Centre
in a pub-style quiz.
24hr Library and Islamic Prayer Room
Learning Zone
Pharmacy
Gallery
Doctors
Week 1 Week 4
Theatre
You’ll focus on romantic literature and For the final week, the programme will Dentist
how it changed perceptions of nature, look at the transformation of Britain since Chaplaincy Centre
particularly with regard to the English the 1950s, the legacy of its colonial past,
Hairdresser
Lake District, where you will visit the with a visit the Albert Docks in Liverpool,
homes of the famous writers William and the rise of new multicultural
Wordsworth and John Ruskin. communities.
Assessment
10
This summer school will be assessed
Grab yourself Time with 11
through three methods: a coffee friends
Week 2 + 25%: Exam
In this week, you’ll study the emergence + 50%: Essay
of the North West of Britain as an + 25%: Presentation
industrial powerhouse, including a visit to
a textile mill. You’ll consider how scholars,
political thinkers, writers and artists of
the time perceived these changes.
Week 3
During this time, you’ll look at different
experiences of World War I, both at
home and on the front, and the lasting
effects of the war on British culture and
memory. Visits to interactive Manchester
museums offer a chance to explore
world-famous collections.
For more information visit lancaster.ac.uk/global-summer-schools
The Lake District
30 mins Location
Liverpool
1 hour 30 mins
2.5 hours
From Edinburgh
30 mins 3
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1 hour
From Manchester
1.5 hours
From Liverpool
2.5 hours
From London
London
2 hours 30 mins
Edinburgh
2 hours 30 mins
For more information visit lancaster.ac.uk/global-summer-schools
lancaster.ac.uk/studyabroad
Summer School Key
Fees 2019 Information
Admission Requirements Requirements for students
Summer School fees are split into tuition and accommodation costs. In order to participate in one of our studying Lancaster University
summer schools, you must meet the degree programmes
The tuition fee for 10 credits / 6 ECTS / 3 US is £1,178 following criteria:
Students studying a Lancaster University
The tuition fee for 15 credits / 8 ECTS / 4 US is £1,767 + Be at least 18 years old at the start degree with one of our partners:
of the programme
+ A re automatically eligible for enrolment
+ W here applicable, meet pre-requisites based on English requirements and
The catered accommodation fees are as follows: for chosen programme do not need to provide language
+ Be in good academic standing and qualifications to apply
2 weeks £889
passed year 1 of Undergraduate + Need to be in good academic standing
3 weeks £1,335 studies and passed year 1 of studies
+ If you come from a country where
4 weeks £1,780
English is not an official language then
you will need to provide proof of your
The accommodation fees include a catered ensuite single room with most language ability
meals provided during the summer schools (meals are not provided when + If you come from a country where
away from campus during scheduled overnight trips, e.g. London). English is an official language, you do
* If you are staying away from Lancaster University as part of the scheduled programme,
then the accommodation facilities will vary. not have to submit proof of language
ability
14 15
Summer Schools
Programme
Credit Tuition Fee
Catered Overall fee Deadline for applications is 26th April 2019
duration accommodation 2019
General Summer Schools
Language requirements for + College English Test (CET) level 4: 530
International Cultural Experience 3 weeks 10 LU £1,178 £1,335 £2,513 students from non-English + College English Test (CET) level 6: 493
speaking countries If courses at your institution have been
Introducing Britain 3 weeks 15 LU £1,767 £1,335 £3,102 taught in English for at least two years,
All students on summer schools must
have a good level of English in order to then:
Understanding Britain 4 weeks 15 LU £1,767 £1,780 £3,547 ensure they can participate fully and + A transcript and letter of
have a quality experience. We therefore recommendation from a tutor
Subject Specific Summer Schools
require students who come from a will be accepted in lieu of a
country where English is not an official language certificate. The letter of
language to submit evidence of suitable recommendation should attest to both
Leadership, Sustainability and
2 weeks 15 LU £1,767 £889 £2,656 English Language qualifications. Proof of
Innovation your language proficiency as well as
any of the following will be accepted*: your academic ability.
Exploring the Law 4 weeks 15 LU £1,767 £1,780 £3,547 + International English Language Testing *We will accept any language qualification that
System (IELTS): 6 with a minimum of 5.5 is internationally recognised and at a level that
in each component is equivalent to the standards above
International Commercial Law 3 weeks 15 LU £1,767 £1,335 £3,102
Science of the Environment 3 weeks 15 LU £1,767 £1,335 £3,102 Where did we get our information?
The Times and Sunday Times - Good Uni Guide 2019 - Complete Uni Guide 2019 -
The Guardian Uni Guide 2019 - National Student Housing Survey 2017
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