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Exeter’s success as The Sunday

Times University of the Year is richly

deserved. Shortlisted for the top award no

less than four times in the past decade, it

has consistently embodied the very best

in British higher education. A key player

regionally, nationally and internationally.the sunday times, september 2012

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Why exeter? 8

london 16

stonehenge 18

Bath 20

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academic Programme 26

What will it cost? 46

entry requirements and 48how to apply

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Welcome the University of exeter invites you to study at one of the

UK’s top universities for three weeks in the summer of 2013.

We are proud of our position as a top-10 Russell Group

university in the United Kingdom, and of our place as one of

the top-200 universities worldwide.

In 2013 we will be offering eight

credit rated pathways, each taught

by academic experts through a

combination of lectures, seminars

and study trips, giving you a

thorough grounding in your chosen

subject.

our International summer school

is unique within the UK. the

quality of our credit-rated courses,

the quality of our faculty teaching

those courses, and the support

that we will offer you during your

stay on our beautiful campuses are

second to none.

More detailed information is

available on the website or contact

[email protected] if you have any

questions.

Professor neil armstrong

senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor

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exeter is a top 10 UK university which combines world leading research with

very high levels of student satisfaction. It is in the top 1% of universities world

wide. over 5,000 of the University’s students are from outside the UK, and

from 150 different countries. For three weeks next summer you are invited to

be a part of the exeter experience.

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For 2013 you can choose one of eight pathways:

•GlobalandImperialHistory

•GlobalClimateChange:Environment,TechnologyandSociety

•InternationalManagement

•InternationalRelations:Security,ConflictandPeace

•Law

•PhysicalActivityandtheEnvironment:21stCenturyMedicine

•ShakespeareandHisWorld

•ThePsychologyofCrime

For more information on the pathways see pages 27-45. exeter also offers an extensive programme of social events, cultural trips, and a three day stay in london. all are included in the fee.

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Why exeter?

During the International summer school you will stay at the streatham Campus in exeter. the campus is widely acknowledged to be one of the most beautiful in the UK – many students say they fall in love with it when they first visit. set around botanic gardens with fantastic views of the surrounding countryside, it has a relaxed ambience in which to study and unwind. there are also excellent campus facilities with cafés, bars, shops, swimming pool and sports hall, all within easy walking distance of your accommodation and the lecture rooms.

lectures, seminar and workshops involve small teaching groups, allowing you to explore issues with faculty who are at the forefront of research in their field.

the University of exeter offers a friendly and cosmopolitan

student experience. our three campuses provide a safe and

convenient learning environment, offering programmes taught

by staff from over 50 countries.

‘The campus is gorgeous, the trips were amazing, the city centre was great, and I enjoyed the diversity of cultures.’RebekahWade,Universityof

south Florida

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exeter is ranked 7thout of 122 UK universities

1 Cambridge

2 oxford

3 Bath

4 Durham

5 st andrews 6 london school of economics

7 exeter 8 Imperial College london

9 Heriot-Watt

10 Warwick 11 Bristol 12 loughborough

=13 Birmingham

=13 University College london

15 york

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exeter is consistently rated one of the best places to live in the UK for the quality of its facilities, low crime rate, relaxed ambience and fantastic

countryside. the area is popular with tourists for its warm, sunny climate, spectacular natural scenery and sandy beaches.

With over 2,000 years of recorded history, exeter is a

vibrant cathedral city, just over two hours from london by

train. It is a place steeped in history, with its Roman wall

and famous cathedral dating back to norman times. It also

boasts a bustling modern city centre. exeter has a number

of museums, theatres, galleries and has a wide range of

restaurants, pubs, bars, cafés and night clubs – all within

walking distance of the campus.

‘I loved it! I will aim to travel much more now; I’ve expanded my horizons and learned a lot. I leave with confidence and new knowledge of myself.’ claire macKenzie, university of alberta

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Why exeter?the City

Why exeter?Coast and Country

the surrounding countryside is easily accessible,

with plenty to offer. exmouth’s beaches are only 15

minutes away by train, and the wild and beautiful

landscape of Dartmoor is nearby. Whether you are

lookingforquaintEnglishvillages,historicmaritime

ports or the buzz of a city centre experience, it’s all

on your doorstep. there’s also a wealth of options

for adventure sport enthusiasts such as mountain

biking,kayakingandhiking.

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Why exeter?all inclusive social and cultural programme

once at exeter, day trips include visits to stonehenge, the eden Project and the Roman city of Bath. organised social events include a welcome barbecue, pub quiz night and a gala graduation dinner. all of this is included in the International summer school fee.

That little bit extra…

the University of exeter’s International summer school offers that extra personal touch, allowing you to feel at home whilst you are far from home. a dedicated team of staff will be available throughout the programme to provide pastoral support, joining you on the london orientation, on day trips and on social events. as well as staff, University of exeter ‘student ambassadors’ will join the day trips and social events.

the International summer school starts with a three day orientation

visit to the capital city of london. accommodation is in central london,

providing easy access to all of the sight-seeing that the city has to offer.

While here you will visit the Houses of Parliament, the tower of london

and Buckingham Palace.

‘One of the most unforgettable memories in my life’chu on Kai, university of hong Kong

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With hotel accommodation in central london at

Covent Garden, you will be ideally situated to

explore the capital city. the programme of events

includes:

• AguidedwalkingtourofLondonlandmarks

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- the houses of Parliament

- Big Ben

- Westminster abbey

- the cenotaph

- no 10. Downing street

-HorseGuardsParade

- trafalgar square

• a tour of the tower of london

• a thames river cruise from the tower of london to

the Palace of Westminster

• AplayatShakespeare’sGlobeTheatre

• Visit to the British museum

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ancient stonehenge is a World heritage site and an

iconic uK tourist attraction. Built over 4,000 years ago,

stonehenge is a place of pilgrimage for people following

pagan and non-pagan beliefs and is the location for annual

festivalsmarkingthesummerandwintersolstices.

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Bath is a city steeped in history, famous for its roman

Baths. today, you can still swim in these restorative waters

at the thermae Bath spa. other attractions include the

royal crescent, the Jane austen centre and a multitude of

boutique shops and cafes.

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the eden Project in cornwall is one of the

uK’s top tourist attractions. eden’s world

famous biomes host plants from around the

globe, each dome representing a different

climate. one of these biomes houses the

largest ‘captive’ rainforest in the world,

a humid jungle complete with tropical

flowers, waterfalls and tree frogs.

as well as the biomes and extensive

gardens,Edenoffersathoughtprovoking

environmental education zone, regular

music concerts and a thriving arts scene.

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an archetypal cornish fishing village, st ives is set on the

dramatic north cornwall coast. the town is a haven for artists

andsurfersalike.Whilehereyoumightliketowanderaround

thecobbledstreets,visitoneoftheartgalleriesortakeaboat

trip to seal island.

academic programme

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CHoose one oF tHe eIGHt PatHWays FoR 2013

•GlobalandImperialHistory

•GlobalClimateChange:

environment, technology and society

•InternationalManagement

•InternationalRelations:

security, conflict and Peace

•Law

•PhysicalActivityandtheEnvironment:

21st century medicine

•ShakespeareandHisWorld

•ThePsychologyofCrime

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academic programmelectures/seminarsTwotaughtsessionsoftwohourswilltakeplace between the hours of 9.30am and 3.15pm. students will be given advance notice of lecture titles and there will be preparatory reading required prior to the course. sessions consist of lectures, seminars andworkshops.Smallgroupsizesmeanthatyou can share ideas with your lecturer and fellow students.

teachingeach pathway has an academic coordinator who is a member of faculty and who will also teach on the pathway. he or she will be able to offer advice throughout the programme.

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‘I loved the course, because it offered me a great chance to exchange ideas with students from all over the world’ lv xing, tsinghua university, china

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Global and Imperial History

Global and Imperial History provides you with an introduction to some of the most important developments in the creation of the modern world: the module encourages you to explore global patterns of change, contest, and the movement of ideas, goods and peoples and helps you to understand the emergence of modern societies and processes of globalisation by placing it in vital contexts: historical, cultural, and theoretical. through this approach, you will have the opportunity to study both global developments as a whole, and local events during the last three centuries.

the module aims to encourage students to explore connections between ideas and experiences of

colonial and post-colonial political, economic and cultural development and to explore these through detailed consideration of historical sources. students will consider specific questions about the development of empires, the effects of slavery and forced migration, and the role of religion, and culture in bolstering and questioning imperial development, and the patterns of decolonisation and globalisation that have occurred since 1945. these will give insights into patterns of historical change, and dramatic illustrations of how the modern global system has emerged.

Visit the website for more details, including the timetable.

Credit value: 10 UK credits

Study time: 100 hours (35 taught hours and 65 independent study hours)

Academic Coordinator: Dr Justin Jones

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Global Climate Change: environment, technology and society

this pathway, organised by the College

of engineering, Mathematics and Physical

sciences and the College of life and

environmental sciences, aims to give

students a broad vision and perspective

on Global Climate Change: its

mechanisms, impacts upon society and

the environment, emerging mitigation

technologies, and adaptation strategies.

students will explore these issues in a

multidisciplinary framework with lectures,

workshops and practical exercises.

seminars will be led by world-class

researchers and experts in the fields of

life sciences, engineering, mathematics,

physical sciences and geography.

topics covered over the three week

course include:

• causesandeffectsofclimatechange

• social,health,economicandpolitical

impacts

• environmentalimpactsandthreatto

ecosystem services

• modellingandprediction

• adaptationandmitigationof

catastrophic events

• managementofwaterresourcesand

rainfall changes

• renewableenergytechnologiesand

policies for a low carbon society

Visit the website for more details,

including the timetable.

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‘After my experience with the International Summer School, I have been empowered and gained skills that will make me a better player on the international front.’ naaQuaynor-Mettle,AsheshiUniversity,Ghana



Academic Coordinator: Dr Diego Gomez

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International Management

With the rise in prowess of emerging economies and their multinational enterprises, coupled with the international dominance of some sectors by more established multinationals, we need to reassess the management and strategic challenges facing all firms whose activities span national boundaries.

the International Management pathway explores the interplay between multinational enterprise, the countries in which they do business, and the competitive environment in which they operate. Drawing upon aspects of corporate strategy, national and international politics,

corporate and consumer ethics and managerial effectiveness, the pathway enables students to gain a systematic understanding of the current tensions and opportunities of managing across borders.

learning is developed through integrating lectures, class discussion, and case study analysis with students able to apply their specific country knowledge to our deliberations, thereby enhancing our collective understanding of international management.




Academic Coordinator: Prof David Boughey

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‘The International Summer School was a crucible of ideas and experiences from every corner of the world. I was enriched both academically and by the memories and friendships I made.’RajneeshDeka,national law school of india university

PatHWays 2013

International Relations: security, Conflict and Peace

the International Relations pathway will provide you with the opportunity to engage with some of the most challenging and pertinent aspects of core theoretical and empirical debates in this discipline. you will explore the evolution of security, both as a concept and in practice. you will consider how various schools of thought contribute to understanding and interpreting International Relations.

this exploration will be contextualised in efforts to address causes of recent and ongoing conflicts. For example, it will address how sustainable peace

might be built in regions such as the Balkans and the Middle east. you will also engage with the latest debates related to correlations between security, on the one hand, and intricacies of strategy; degradation of the environment; uncontrolled migration; lack of development; and health pandemics on the other. teaching will be delivered by leading experts and it will adopt an interactive format of lectures and seminars.




Academic Coordinator: Dr Klejda Mulaj/Dr Afshin Shahi

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law

the law pathway is designed to offer a unique introduction to some of the key aspects of english, european and International law, an insight into British and european culture and thought, and an opportunity to reflect on some of the key themes in the current global agenda. Participants will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the european legal systems i.e. the english common law system as well as the european treaty based system, with special reference to human rights law and international concepts. you will have the opportunity to contribute and to apply their newly acquired skills through interactive sessions in lectures, written assessment and through a mooting competition.

a moot competition is a simulated legal argument before an appellate court. Mooters must research the law relevant to the problem, prepare

written submissions and present their argument orally to the moot judge. the benefits of mooting are manifold:

• itaffordsparticipantstheopportunity to develop their understanding of the law and improve their skills in legal research and analysis

• teachesyoutodevelopanddefendlegal arguments and to work closely with team mates towards a common goal, in a way that serves to increase confidence and improve public speaking skills

• allowsforinteractionbetweenstudents and members of academic staff, practitioners and judges, in a rewarding environment.




Academic Coordinator: Dr Greta Bosch

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Physical activity and the environment: 21st Century Medicine

Physical activity and the environment: 21st Century Medicine offers an insight into preventive health, exercise and the environment. Drawing upon sustained research at exeter, you will gain a deeper understanding of the science behind the interaction of physical activity and the environment on health across the lifespan. topics will include:

• physiologicalhealthandwellbeing

• psychologicalhealthandwellbeing

• naturalandvirtualenvironmentsandtheir impact on health.

these topics will span the lifecycle from childhood, through adulthood and old age. you will be able to interact with internationally renowned and world-class researchers who have experience of working with health, physical activity and the environment. you will do so over a series of lectures, seminars and practical sessions in natural environments and have a chance to promote and practise 21st Century Medicine.




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shakespeare and His World

shakespeare and His World allows

students to examine connections

between shakespeare’s texts and their

contexts. this will take place in taught

sessions that benefit from the expertise

of scholars from the departments

of english, History and Drama. the

pathway includes witnessing a play at the

world famous Globe theatre in london.

you will attend sessions that relate to

the play, as well as sessions that provide

historical context for understanding

shakespeare’s works. the former will

include exploration of the play watched

at the Globe. the latter sessions will

enable students to explore early modern

beliefs and situate shakespeare’s works

alongside those of his contemporaries.

students will also participate in

performance workshops. the module

encourages students to engage with

a rich and expansive approach to

shakespeare’s drama.

Visit the website for more details,

including the timetable. Details of the

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the Psychology of Crime

this pathway is aimed primarily at those undergraduates and graduates with a keen interest in human behaviour, and especially unusual, deviant and harmful classes of behaviour. the course is designed to provide students with an in-depth level of understanding of:

•conceptionsandsocialdynamicsrelated to deviance and normality

•cognitiveandneurologicalmechanisms associated with risky and other deviant behaviours

•socialandbiologicalfactorsassociated with criminality and aspects of the criminal justice system.

the programme provides you with the key skills to apply theoretical concepts in real-world laboratory and field settings. this module is designed to increase students’ understanding of issues related to deviance and criminality from a variety of perspectives: social, cognitive, biological and neurological. In this way, the module will support a sophisticated understanding of the complexities surrounding extreme and harmful human behaviour.



Academic Coordinator: Dr Kim Peters/Prof Huw Williams

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What will it cost? all InClUsIVe PaCKaGe

scholarships and discountsan early payment discounted fee of £1,995 is available if you apply by 15 February

2013. Merit-based scholarships are available – for more information on these,

write to lucy at [email protected]

once you are offered a place you will need to pay a £250 deposit payment to

confirm your attendance. Payment of the full fee is required by 31 May 2013.

the fee for the exeter international summer school 2013 is £2,245.

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• a three day orientation programme in london, including a number

of cultural excursions

• the lecture programme

• an extensive programme of cultural activities including trips to

stonehenge, Bath and the eden Project

• social events, including a welcome barbecue and graduation dinner

• Accommodation,breakfastanddinner

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applicants who do not satisfy exeter’s

academic, english language or other

entry requirements may be given a

conditional offer with details of how

these requirements can be met.

students at our partner universities may

be able to take the english language

Proficiency assessment test.

Pre-departure informationstudents will be met by staff and buddies

in london on saturday 20 July 2013.

Full pre-departure information will be

given to you on offer of a place.

Visit our website at www.exeter.

ac.uk/international/summerschool/

for more Information.

How do I apply?apply online at

www.exeter.ac.uk/international/summerschool

entry requirements aM I elIGIBle?

youareeligibleifyou:

•Areacurrentuniversitystudent–eithermature

undergraduate or postgraduate

•HaveaGPAof3.0orabove

•HaveanIELTSscoreof6.5(orequivalentcompetencylevel)

if english is not your first language

International summer school terms and conditions can be viewed at

www.exeter.ac.uk/international/summerschool/entry/apply/termsandconditions/

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Join us in the Class of 2013

‘A memorable experience in a global learning environment’susanne Khatib, college of William and mary, usa

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• study at a top-10 UK university whilst gaining transferable credit

• spend three weeks at one of Britain’s most beautiful university campuses in the stunning south West of england

• explore iconic UK tourist destinations including london, stonehenge and Bath

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