Centre for Medieval and Renassaince Studies

© 2005 Leslie Pavett

Oxford, an internationally respected intellectual center, combines traditional ceremony and the beauty of ancient buildings with the amenities of a lively, modern, industrial city. This cultural hub offers libraries, museums, art galleries, concert halls, theaters and cinemas, as well as parks and gardens, rivers, sports grounds, swimming pools and an ice rink. Just outside of the city center lies the picturesque countryside, easily reached by bus or bicycle. There are fast, frequent road and rail services to London, Heathrow, Gatwick, the Midlands, and the West Country. Stratford-upon-Avon is also within easy reach.

Academic Program
This program was founded in 1975 as a permanent, private institute in Oxford for the interdisciplinary study of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. Students can receive either specialized training in Medieval and Renaissance Studies, or a more general training in the Liberal Arts. The curriculum includes a short-term course, one seminar course, and two tutorial courses. The Centre offers two regular 14-week semesters between September and April.

Eligibility, Applications, and Deadlines
Students with a minimum GPA of 3.5 are eligible to apply to participate during their sophomore or junior year. Selection for the program is based on a written application, faculty recommendations, and a review of transcripts. Application forms and information about application deadlines are available from the Study Abroad Programs Office located in Founders Hall, Room 106. In addition to completing the application form, students must submit three letters of recommendation.

Living Arrangements
Students live either in rooms in the Centre's St. Michael's Hall or in houses in the area.

Expenses
Tuition for this program is the same as for full-time, on-campus attendance at USD and is paid directly to USD. Other program fees such as room and board are paid directly to CMRS. Estimates for these program fees and personal expenses can be obtained from the Study Abroad Office located in Founders Hall, Room 106.

See Pre-Approved CMRS Course Listing

How to Obtain USD Course Approval

Visit the CMRS Web site

Visit the US Department of State travel information site for the UK

Contact CMRS in Oxford
enquiries@cmrs.org.uk
*011 44 1865 241 071

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