Program Overview

Program Overview

The Media and Sports in London program is a four-week study program at the GEO London Centre that offers students an immersive exploration into the dynamic worlds of Media and Sports. Through two complementary courses, students will engage with the evolving relationship between sports, media, and society.

Program Details

• Language Requirement: None
• Academic Standing by Program Start: Sophomore or above
• Location: Europe, United Kingdom, England
• GPA: 2.75

Courses

The program includes two courses:

• JCOM 388: The Culture of Sport and Sports Journalism in the UK (4 credits): This course analyzes the perceived benefits of hosting major sporting events and looks into the culture of sport.
• JCOM 488: Social Media for Journalists (4 credits): This course explores the social media strategies of major news media outlets and journalists, and teaches students how to use social media to verify and manage content.

Faculty and Staff

• Adrian Warner: Instructor for The Culture of Sport and Sports Journalism in the UK, with extensive experience in TV and radio broadcasting, digital and newspaper writing.
• Laura Oliver: Instructor for Social Media for Journalists, a freelance journalist and visiting lecturer in online journalism at City, University of London.

Housing Description

Students will live in a University of London residence hall, with their own single study bedroom and shared bathrooms. The hall is located in central London, close to the GEO Centre, the British Museum, and the London Tube.

Budget and Price

• GEO Program Fees:
  • UO Study Abroad Fee: $500
  • Program Tuition: $5,628
  • Housing & Included Meals: $2,635
  • Local Transportation: $330
  • Insurance: $98
• Estimated Additional Expenses:
  • Estimated Airfare from Eugene: $1,800
  • Estimated Additional Meals: $1,200
  • Estimated Cell Phone Expenses: $100
  • Estimated Cost of Acquiring Passport: $150
  • Estimated Additional Living Expenses (incl. UK ETA): $500
• Total Estimated Cost of Attendance: $12,941

Cancellation Policy

• Cancellation Date:
  • Upon acceptance to program: $500 non-refundable program deposit
  • 12 weeks before program start date: 50% of total GEO program fees
  • Program start date or after program begins: 100% of total GEO program fees

Scholarship Opportunity

Applicants to this program are eligible for program-specific scholarship funds, with individual awards ranging from $500-$1,500. Award recipients are chosen based on academic merit, financial need, and overall quality of their essay.

Discount for Pell Recipients

GEO is offering a $500 discount for this program to UO students who currently have the Pell Grant as part of their federal financial aid (FAFSA).