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Study Abroad in Newcastle upon Tyne, England
The Public Administration and Urban Studies Department's Study
Abroad in Newcastle, England
A Fall Semester Exchange Program, Fall 2005 - Fall 2010
Sponsored by The Andrew Young School of Policy Studies, Georgia
State University, and The School of Arts and Sciences, University of Northumbria
The Program
The joint Georgia State University/University of Northumbria (UNN) exchange program is designed to give students a better understanding of comparative government and international policy. Through this semester exchange between two prominent research universities, graduate students in the fields of Public Administration and Urban Policy Studies will gain an awareness of international policy and practice, the tools necessary for work within foreign cultures, and the managerial skills needed to function effectively in a global setting. In learning about British institutions, participants will also learn about the UK and its role within the European Union.
The program has a one-semester duration, and occurs each fall. Participants will travel to UNN, where they will take courses examining public administration and policy analysis and will reap the benefits of living and learning in a new cultural setting. Participation permits Georgia State students to establish a collegiate relationship with the faculty and students at UNN, some of whom will travel to Georgia State the following spring term.
Location
UNN is located in Newcastle upon Tyne, in the north-east of England.
(See map.) 
Situated near the Scottish border,
it is just a few miles inland from the North Sea. The city boasts a rich
history, dating back to the Roman Empire, and is alive today with a vibrant
urban culture. It is one of the finest classical cities in Europe, with
large areas of the city center made up of buildings known for their architectural
and historical significance. For the urban student, Newcastle offers a
great variety of restaurants, pubs, clubs, theaters, festivals, sports,
and music venues.
The University is urban in nature and of similar size to Georgia State University. The University Campus is in the heart of the city of Newcastle, only a couple of minutes walk from the main shopping areas and leisure facilities. It is a wonderful place to be a student!
Eligibility
The program is open to graduate students in the Public Administration and Urban Studies department of the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies. Students must have completed at least three courses in the MPA or MSUPS program. Program size is limited and participation is contingent upon acceptance by the program director. Doctoral students are welcome to apply with the approval of Dr. Lewis.
Courses and Credit
Students will enroll in two modules of study at UNN. Each of these modules
converts to 6 hours of Georgia State University semester hours. Upon successful
completion of these modules, students will be awarded 12 credit hours
which may be applied to the elective requirements (not the core coursework)
of their MPA or MSUPS degree. Because of differences between the UK and US grading systems, UNN courses for GSU students will be graded as pass/fail.
The modules are as follows:
- Module 1: Comparative Public Administration (CPA)
- Module 2: Policy Analysis in a Changing Environment (PACE)
Students who have a declared concentration within the MPA or MSUPS curriculum may select either Module 1 or Module 2 and, with the help of a faculty advisor, choose their second module from another Division of UNN such as Business or Sociology.
Research Opportunities
Students may conduct a research internship with the Centre for Public Policy Research during the fall term or during a summer semester. The Centre for Public Policy is a large research center based at the University of Northumbria (UNN) and is headed by Professor Lynn Dobbs. The Center has received 7.5 million pounds in research grants in the last four years, including funds from the EU and UK governments. The Center specializes in research on cultural policy, education, urban and social regeneration, transport policy, equality and diversity, and families. http://online.unn.ac.uk/faculties/ss/faculty/Research/CPP.htm
Cost & Financial Aid
Georgia State University students participating in the exchange program pay standard GSU tuition for the semester spent abroad. The tuition paid for this program is at the in - state tuition rate, regardless of the student's state of permanent residence.
Students are responsible for the payment of their travel, accommodation, and food expenses while abroad. Depending on student demand, arrangements may be investigated for group travel discounts.
Financial aid is available to help fund this study abroad program. Students are highly encouraged to apply for the Georgia State University International Education Fee (IEF) Study Abroad Scholarship Program. For more information on this and other scholarship opportunities, please see the website http://www.gsu.edu/~wwwoia/StudyAbroad/scholarships.htm, or contact Study Abroad Programs, Office of International Affairs, 404/463-9073.
To Apply
Students wishing to apply must submit the following materials to Dr. Carol Hansen, the Program Director, PAUS, 350 AYSPS:
- Notice of Interest Form
- Letter of Intent describing who you are, why you want to participate, and how the program will benefit you
- Resume
- Letter of Recommendation from an instructor familiar with your recent work
Responsibility & Liability
Participants in the program must have proof of current health and accident insurance that is valid abroad. Students must also submit any health documentation required by the United Kingdom.
Students will be required to sign a Waiver of Liability/ Indemnification form in order to participate in the exchange program.
For More Information
To obtain additional information or to make further inquiry into this program, please return the notice of interest, downloadable here, or contact the program director:
Dr. Carol Hansen
PAUS, 326 AYSPS
Andrew Young School of Policy Studies
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA 30303
chansen@gsu.edu
404-651-1653
Related Links
Information for UNN students coming to GSU
Review this slideshow for information on the region, city, and school.University of Northumbria website:
Take a look at all the University of Northumbria has to offer!
http://northumbria.ac.uk/GSU's Office of International Affairs:
For general information on study abroad, including scholarships.
http://www.gsu.edu/~wwwoia/Newcastle city information:
For an array of tourist information and details about this great city!
http://www.newcastle-city-council.gov.uk/default.htmThe British Embassy:
For information from the British Embassy about the UK, including travel and how to obtaining visas.
http://www.britainusa.com/Research Centers at the University of Northumbria:
For a listing of research centers across the campus.
http://northumbria.ac.uk/researchandconsultancy/rpe/rsc/Information about Dr. Carol Hansen, the Program Director:
http://www.gsu.edu/~wwwsps/people/HansenC.htm
