Urban Design in London, England

COURSE

The following course is intended for students interested in a career in architecture, architectural history, art history, urban planning, or architectural preservation. This is an intensive course: students fully engage in class every day all day for three weeks. The course includes visits to numerous architecturally significant sites and buildings.

V43.9650.005 - Exploring British Architecture - Broderick (4 Points)
British architecture of all periods is studied directly with numerous field trips. The sites range from Roman remains to the present day. The development of the city of London is followed. Attention is given to building types and function including government buildings, law courts, religious structures, club houses, row houses, country houses, and multiple dwelling units. Study is made of public housing. Infrastructure plays a major role in the class discussion with study of the underground systems, the new stations, the light rail, the tunnels, and even a 19th-century sewage pumping station.

COSTS

Living costs in London for summer 2012 may be higher than usual due to the Olympics Games; please plan accordingly.

Undergraduate Tuition
$3372 (4 points)

Program & Activities Fee
$500

International Health Insurance
approximately $30

Housing
$1470 Single Room – Limited availability
$1260 Double Room
$1185 Triple Room
$1113 Quadruple Room

There is an additional registration and services fee of:
$250 for students registered at NYU for spring 2012
$276 for students not registered at NYU for spring 2012