SUNY New Paltz - London Art Seminar

  England

• London: 
London

Term: Winter 
Dates: Early January

Description: London is the center of commercial and artistic life in Great Britain. It is justly famous for its parks, monuments, museum, concert halls, and theatres. It is truly one of the greatest cities in the world. Students in the program have the opportunity to study and explore this city, enjoying the almost unlimited possibilities of this cultural center. The seminar takes place in and around the city of London. Excursions may be taken outside the city (in previous years students have visited Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, Windsor Castle or Bath). Other informal visits are planned, including walking tours of London's famous parks and markets.

Highlights: The program is a two week seminar in London in early January, covering the historic traditions and contemporary trends inherent in British Art. Through a series of visits to London's major museums, art galleries, alternative spaces and other cultural institutions, students will gain a deeper insight into the distinctive nature of British Art and Culture. Studio visits, interviews with artists and administrators, and field lectures are also planned to offer an inside perspective on what it means to practice art in London. Seminar participants will meet regularly in the program residence to discuss and critically evaluate the art scene. Excursions outside of the city, a tour of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre and attending a Shakespearean play with the London Theatre Seminar is planned as well.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: see SUNY New Paltz website

Experience Required: yes

A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 is required for admission to this program.

This Program is open to American Participants.

Participants Travel to England in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Other
• Transcript

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