Scotland: Dundee Semester

University of Dundee in Dundee

Founded in 1881 as University College of St. Andrews, Scotland's oldest University since 1411, the University of Dundee was established in 1967 and is now Scotland's University with the widest range of courses. Two-thirds of its departments or schools have received "excellent" or "highly satisfactory" teaching quality assessment ratings (TQA) from the funding council SHEFC. Located within the city center, the campus offers easy access to Dundee's cultural and social life, while forming a close community with a stimulating atmosphere. The university offers a wide range of student support services, student clubs and social/recreational facilities, such as sport halls and computer labs.

Course Offerings

Arts & Social Sciences (Politics & International Relations, American Studies, English Literature, History, Art, Philosophy, Contemporary Practices, Geography, Contemporary European Studies, British Studies, Scottish Studies Economics, Psychology, Environmental Science, Town and Regional Planning, Environmental Management)
Art & Design (Animation & Electronic Media, Graphic Design, Illustration & Printmaking, Jewelry & Metalwork, Textile Design, Drawing & Painting, Printmaking, Sculpture, Time Based Art, Architecture) Applications for the art college require a portfolio.
Engineering & Physical Sciences (Civil Engineering, Electronic & Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Applied Computing, Mathematics, Interactive Product and Media Design)
Law & Accountancy (Accountancy, Business Finance, international business)
Life Sciences (Biochemistry, Anatomical & Physiological Sciences, Pharmacology, Molecular Genetics, Biology, Microbiology, Zoology)

Subjects and courses (modules) offered are available at the following link:

http://www.dundee.ac.uk/admissions/international/studying_abroad/study_abroad/

Academic Highlights

The University of Dundee offers an excellent academic program; with two thirds of its departments or schools having received “Excellent” or Highly Satisfactory” teaching quality assessment ratings.  The academic calendar is based on the US semester schedule.  CCIS students in this program enroll in three courses for a total of fifteen US college credits.

 

Student Life

The university campus (13,500 students) is centrally located in the city of Dundee. The city's main pedestrian zone with its many shops, cinemas, theaters, restaurants and bars, and the waterfront promenade are within a five-minute walk of the campus. The main campus is a pleasing blend of old and new buildings in an attractive setting of lawns and gardens overlooking the mile-wide Tay estuary. Teaching, recreational and residential buildings are side by side to form a friendly self-contained community. Students live in a single occupant room in University of Dundee residence halls either on campus or within easy walking distance to the campus. The residence halls are not catered. Students have access to university student clubs, leisure and sports facilities and student support services. Ten computer clusters with several hundred computers are open to students for internet/email access. Sport facilities include a fitness center (single rowers for cardiovascular training), two large sport halls with basketball/volleyball/badminton courts, a pool and a gymnasium. Residence hall (single occupant rooms) without board.

Student Services
With an international student population of more than 10%, coming from more than 80 countries, the University of Dundee is very experienced in providing excellent services to study abroad students.  Conveniently located within walking distance from the city center, the campus itself is fully integrated with all recreational, sports and social facilities on one site.  CCIS students receive pre-departure guidance, Edinburgh airport pickup service, and have access to the full range of university facilities and social activities, such as the Student Union, the University Chaplancy, and Student Advisory Service.  There are 10 IT suites on campus with several hundred PC’s, and a number of residents are also connected to the University network.

Housing

The University guarantees accommodation to study abroad students.   All accommodations are self-catered and are fitted with kitchen/dining/living rooms. They are either on campus or within a very short walking distance from the campus. Students live in a single occupant room with en-suite bathrooms.

Alumni Feedback

"I would recommend study abroad (especially in Dundee) to anyone willing to open their mind and have an adventure. It was the best four months of my entire life so far, and I wish everyone could have the chance to experience what I did."
- Shannon Smith (Fall 2006)

"Studying abroad at Dundee was a great experience.  It really is like what people say about it.  You get to meet new people learn new things about different cultures. I really do recommend studying abroad.  And when you do study abroad it is fun to hang out with other study abroad students, but don't just limit yourself to that.  Join a club and become friends with people you meet in that club.  I joined the women's rugby team while I was studying abroad at Dundee and I was able to travel more because they would take me to out of the city to games and events.  The team went as fans to several international rugby games and I was able to go.  If I hadn't met them then I never would have known that those games were going on nearby.  It was a great experience and I still keep in touch with a few of my friends on the team."
- Rosie Hill (Spring 2007)

 

Duration

Fall Orientation Week: September 13 - September 21, 2008
Fall:  September 22 - December 19, 2008
Spring:  January 19 - May 29, 2009
Spring semester break 2009: (April 6 - April 24)

Application Deadline(s)

Fall semester (September – December):  May 1
Spring semester (January – May): November 1

Eligibility Requirements

Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale
Minimum of 15 college credits
Minimum age of 18

Costs

$6,950

Costs Included

Instructional costs abroad, fees, orientation, field trips, sickness and accident insurance, and airport pickup.

Costs Not Included

Airfare ($800-$900), accommodations ($2,600-$3,816 approx.), textbooks ($150 approx.), personal expenses and meals.

All costs, fees, and dates are subject to change without notification. Please contact the appropriate individual to verify all costs, fees, and dates for this program.

Related Links

• Dundee Study Abroad Office
• Wikipedia Dundee, Scotland

 

Submit Application Materials To:

Janice M. Thomas, Ph.D., Director

International Education Center
Brookdale Community College
765 Newman Springs Road
Lincroft, NJ 07738-1543
732-224-2799
732-224-2980 (Fax)
Email: international@brookdalecc.edu
http://international.brookdalecc.edu

How do I apply?

Start the CCIS Study Abroad application process by downloading and printing the following forms. These PDF documents are viewed using Adobe's Acrobat Reader plug-in, which is available free. If you don't have Acrobat Reader installed on your computer, click here.

CCIS APPLICATION PACKAGE AND INSTRUCTIONS

Complete CCIS application together with three recommendations, an official transcript and $35 application fee.

All costs, fees, and dates are subject to change without notification. Please contact the appropriate individual to verify all costs, fees, and dates for this program.