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Study abroad in London and discover all that this world-class, multi-cultural city has to offer.
Take the tube to class, visit the food markets, attend a football match with your new friends, or enjoy a theatre performance in London’s historic West End. London has it all, making it one of the best places to study abroad.
While studying abroad in London with IES Abroad, your experience goes beyond the classroom. Just think, you’ll be living and learning in London – the land of William Shakespeare, the Royal family, Sir Isaac Newton, and Harry Potter. When you’re not in class, you’ll be exploring the city – riding bikes through Hyde Park, visiting monuments like the Buckingham Palace, and getting lost in art and history inside London’s world-renowned museums.
As one of the largest cities in Europe, London is a major player in international finance, the arts, business, media, politics, and more. When you study abroad in London, these fields are right at your fingertips. Plus, internships in London offer the opportunity to build a global network of professional contacts while gaining real-world experience. And, can you imagine commuting to work on a double-decker bus? So London.
Join us at IES Abroad London and let this international city take you on the study abroad adventure of a lifetime.
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Explore Neighborhoods
The best way to get a feel for this culturally-vibrant metropolis is to visit some of its 48 distinct neighborhoods.
Walk Along the Thames
Snap an obligatory photo from the Westminster Bridge as you begin your stroll along the Southbank.
Tour the Tower of London
Set along the River Thames, this imposing castle has been a part of the London skyline since 1078.
Unwind in Parks & Gardens
From small garden squares to sprawling grounds with herds of deer, you are always close to a green space in London. Whenever you need a break from the craziness of the city, relax and recharge in one of the city’s many parks.
Take the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London: The Making of Harry Potter
Make the short trek to Leavesden to pay homage to J.K. Rowling and discover the magic of all things Harry Potter.
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The Latest from London
Going Abroad While Abroad
During my semester in London, I’ve taken the opportunity to explore other UK and European cities. Here are the mistakes I made so you don’t have to.
The "Study" in Studying Abroad
Balancing your assignments and your experiences abroad can be difficult, but I’ve found a certain joy in being a student in a new city.
Loneliness Abroad
Since getting to London, I’ve struggled with building an entirely new social circle. It took separation from my friends at home to realize how much I need my friends to feel secure, and the effort it takes to find that security again.
The Longest Line in the World
After the Queen passed in early September, she was brought to Westminster Hall for a lying-in-wait period. During this time, I joined hundreds of thousands of people in the queue to pay our respects. In the hours we spent waiting, I took many, many photos.
Mourning a Monarch
Queen Elizabeth II passed away on September 8th - my third day in London. Already feeling like an alien, I watched the people around me react to the kind of loss I never have, and likely never will, see again.
