Important Dates
Tentative Travel Dates: May 16 – May 30, 2024
Interest Meetings: View on Office of Education Abroad event calendar here.
Scholarship Application Deadline: November 1, 2023
Application and Deposit Deadline: January 15, 2024
Program Description
The UCA British Isles 2024 program aims to provide students with a three-week study abroad experience that deepens their understanding of the complex history and culture of both England and Scotland. The program will award special focus on the history and evolution of monarchy in those nations. The death of Elizabeth II and the succession of Charles III in 2022 attracted unprecedented global attention. These events suggest that the British monarchy remains an integral part of the United Kingdom’s political and cultural landscape. Its presence also reminds the world of a rich and often controversial past where kings and queens not only reigned but ruled peoples well beyond the Atlantic archipelago.
The 2024 program will take participants from the Neolithic ruins of Stonehenge to the magnificent royal palaces of Hampton Court and Windsor Castle. In London, students will navigate ancient Roman ruins, medieval cathedrals, and palaces. In Edinburgh, students will explore the splendid churches, Stuart palaces and royal castles of Scotland.
Health and Safety
Students registering for programs should carefully read through all health and safety information provided during the application process. In addition, students should honestly complete the ‘Health and Safety Form’ so that any health related concerns may be adequately accommodated on study abroad programs.
Participants will be enrolled in comprehensive international insurance for the duration of programming. It is the student’s responsibility to extend insurance cover if they stay abroad beyond UCA’s planned program dates. For information about international insurance coverage: https://uca.edu/globalstudy/health-and-safety/
Students must attend one health and safety meeting during the spring semester. Meeting dates will be announced after the application deadlines.
Faculty Leaders and Course Offerings
I’m Vaughn Scribner, an associate professor of early modern British history at the University of Central Arkansas. I have led multiple study abroad trips to Great Britain and have travelled extensively otherwise. I love traveling and learning, and can’t wait to introduce you to the life-changing experience that is study abroad!
Courses offered by Dr. Scribner:
- HIST 2301 The Making of America [LD UCA Core: CI – American History & Government]
- HIST 4391 Special Topics: England as Periphery and Center of Empire
I’m Glenn Jellenik, an Associate Professor of British Literature at the University of Central Arkansas. I’ve worked with many study abroad programs, in addition to living abroad several times (my older son was born in France)–so I’ve had a chance to see and feel how these opportunities can change your life and your understanding of the world. I’m looking forward to sharing experiences with you in Great Britain!
Courses offered by Dr. Jellenik:
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ENGL 1350 Intro to Literature: Engaging Texts [LD UCA Core: CI-Humanities]
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ENGL 4320 19th-Century British Literature and Culture: Constructing British Identity
HONC 3310 credit may also be offered to students currently admitted to Schedler Honors College.
Program Cost
This year’s program cost is available here.