School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London
School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London
About the study place
SOAS University of London is a public university based in the Bloomsbury area of central London. SOAS is one of the world's leading institutions when it comes to the study of Asia, Africa and the Middle East. The school offers over 350 bachelor's degrees and more than 100 master's degrees.
London is the UK's capital and largest city. With around 12 million inhabitants, it is considered a global city and is referred to by some as "the capital of the world". The city has one of the largest economies in Europe and is one of the major financial centers in the world. Bloomsbury is a district in the West End of London. It is considered a fashionable residential area, and is home to a number of cultural, intellectual and educational institutions. There is no shortage of things to do in London, there is something here for everyone, whether you are interested in art, culture, history, architecture, sports, food or nightlife.
This is a school that has produced several heads of state, ministers, diplomats, supreme court justices, a Nobel Peace Prize winner and many other notable leaders around the world. As a student at SOAS, you will discover a diverse, lively and cohesive community. Here you will meet friendly fellow students who share an intellectual interest in the international issues in which SOAS specializes.
Credits
In order to have 30 ECTS credits approved at OsloMet after the exchange, you must take 60 credits at this institution.
Semester division
First term: September—December
Second term: January—March
Third term: April—June
Housing
This institution offers student accommodation. You can read more here (www.soas.ac.uk)
In the Facebook group OsloMet Utveksling you can contact students who have been there before to hear where they lived and how they went about finding accommodation.
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