Location:

London, United Kingdom; New York City, United States

Program Type:

Study Abroad

Degree Level:

Undergraduate

Term:

Summer

Program Overview

Program Description:

London and New York are vibrant urban centers that offer abundant learning opportunities in art and design. Each city is home to a variety of architecture, fashion, finance, and educational institutions, providing students with direct access to exceptional models to study and engage with firsthand. The Dual City Summer Program offers non degree courses open to all adult students, regardless of their experience. The short, intensive format of these courses allows students to immerse themselves in the creative life of New York and London, explore the latest trends, and collaborate with fellow art and design students while building a network of contacts from around the world.

Session 1 Course Dates: New York: 27 June - 8 July 2016 (no class on 4 July) London: 12 July - 22 July 2016 New York London: Fashion Design, Process and Practice Session 2 Course Dates: London: 4 July - 8 July 2016 New York: 11 July - 15 July 2016 Credit transfer available - see course description for details London New York: Fashion Communication And Promotion London New York: Strategic Design Management

What will my Dual City course be like? From the first day on your course you will be part of a group of friendly, like-minded individuals from around the world that you would never normally get to meet. Achieve personal growth Your tutors will use their industry experience and professional contacts to expand your curriculum, sharpen your skills and boost your resume and portfolio of work. In turn, you will discover the reality of how your chosen subject area works in two different colleges, countries and cultures. Have unforgettable experiences outside of class Get to know your classmates, now your new international friends, by sharing your views and experiences, whilst absorbing the culture from the local museums, galleries, cafes, bars and restaurants. Roam the cool city streets and neighbourhoods, shop at great stores and specialist boutiques or just relax in the many waterfront spaces or city parks as you soak up the summer sun. Travel Learn Experience Enrol on one of the programmes today and gain a global perspective and a competitive edge this summer for your creative professional future. Credit Transfer on 4-week Dual City courses Studying with us this summer can help you build up credits for your own degree course. Please ensure you take the essential steps to clear the courses and credits with your home college or university before you begin your Dual City summer course. Plan Credit Transfers Before Departure Once you have selected your course, meet up with your study abroad office or academic advisor. Pass them the relevant course description and Course Handbook as this will assist advisors in assessing the course for credit-transfer at your institution.

Setting Description:

Central Saint Martins and Parsons New York and London are cities rich in design, art, fashion and innovation. The appeal of these two cities extends around the world with artists and designers flocking to these creative hubs in order to experience their unique culture. Our partner institution for these courses, Parsons School of Design, is a pioneer in art and design education. Parsons has cultivated outstanding artists, designers, scholars, business people, and community leaders for more than a century

Cost:

gbp 1950- gbp 2450 tuition only