Liverpool, England
Relatively close to Ireland, Scotland, and Wales and named a European Capital of Culture in 2008, Liverpool boasts a bustling downtown area and thriving arts scene second only to London’s, as well as quiet green suburban parks.
History
Founded in the thirteenth century, the city of Liverpool has long been one of England’s primary seaports, gateway to the British Empire, home to the Beatles, and port of registry to the Titanic.
Population
Approx. 494,814 in the city itself, with 2,241,000 in the wider metropolitan area
Climate
This area of England has warm summers with temperatures reaching up to 86 °F (30 °C). Winter is cold and wet, with temperature lows of around 36 °F (2 °C) and plenty of rain. In summer the sun rises and sets in about 17 hours, but winter days only experience about seven or eight hours of daylight.
Basic Information
Location
Program Type
Cost
Student Experience
Each student will take four courses:
Two courses taught by the Calvin program director
- STBR 312: Studies in British Culture. 4 credits: A topical introduction to political, historical, religious, artistic, and popular aspects of the culture of Great Britain. The course engages the culture through a combination of classroom and experiential learning, including speakers, excursions and tours. This course earns Global Regions and Cultures credit.
- STBR 302: Consumer Behavior and Research Methods. An in-depth look at the psychological (internal) and social (external) factors that affect the processes consumers go thought when purchasing products. Specific to this class would be a comparison of the cultural and social differences of understanding and marketing in the U.K and the United States. The class will include a “real world” project with a British organization requiring both primary and secondary research. The course will include guest speakers and field trips exploring the British context for consumer behavior. This course earns fulfills a Marketing Major requirement or can be used for as a business elective in the Minor.
Two courses from Liverpool Hope University, which offers a broad selection of classes in the arts, sciences, and humanities.
Grades
The grades from the two courses taught by the Calvin instructor will factor into your GPA.
You will stay in your own dorm for the semester.
$26,750 + round-trip airfare (estimate)
The final program cost is based on many factors and is not known exactly until the number of students in the group has been identified. The price for the Britain semester will include:
- Tuition, room and board; students will receive a weekly stipend to cover all meals while in the program
- Administrative fee
- Program excursions
Additional expenses not included in the program fee: books, insurance (required), passport, personal spending money and personal travel.
This price may change due to fluctuations in the rate of the dollar against the British pound.
You must be of sophomore status and have 2.5 GPA or higher.
If you're interested in participating in this off-campus program, click the button below for a checklist that will walk you through the application process. The application deadline for Spring 2025 is October 1, 2024.
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