Study Abroad in London: Beyond the Classroom

Learning does not begin or end in the classroom. To help you get a true taste of British culture, a number of low-cost cultural activities and excursions are arranged.

The Social Coordinator plans a rich variety of activities to introduce students to life in London. Past events have included:

  • Performance at Shakespeare’s re-constructed Globe Theatre
  • Trip on the London Eye for an aerial view of the city
  • Film evenings
  • Music concerts
  • Trip to an English soccer game
  • Visit to the ballet or a walking tour of Royal London
  • Day trips including:
    • Stonehenge
    • Bath
    • Cambridge
    • Stratford-on-Avon

There is an additional fee for these activities, but they offer an inexpensive way to experience London’s exciting cultural life and to see other parts of Britain. Professional guides escort trips to enhance the educational experience.

Imperial College (University of London) Student Union

For the duration of the semester, you will have associate membership of the Imperial College Student Union, providing access to all the clubs and societies that the Union offers. This is a great way to meet British and other international students with similar interests. You will also be able to use the facilities in the Student Union building which is just a few minutes’ walk from the Kensington campus.