University of Wales in Bangor

Two types of study-abroad programs are available at the University of Wales in Bangor. In each case, the University will make every attempt to secure accommodations for participants. Students will have all the rights, privileges and responsibilities of other University students during their periods of study.

1. The first study-abroad program at the University of Wales in Bangor is intended for students of biology, psychology
and related fields and is open for study first or second semester, depending on courses students wish to take and the flexibility of their schedules. Students must have at least sophomore standing, but junior standing is preferred. A GPA of 3.0 is required for study of psychology; a GPA of 2.5 is required for study in biology or other areas.

2. The second study-abroad program is tailored specifically to the needs of students of education intending to be certified at the elementary (Early Childhood/Middle Childhood) level. This is a first-semester program. (Second-semester study cannot be done because of the timing of course offerings and in-school observations at the School of Education.)

Students will take selected courses in the School of Education—including courses in geography, design technology, science, Welsh studies, and professional studies to gain background in areas in which the School of Education is particularly strong—as well as spend time each week in local schools. Course work and in-school observations are chosen with the assistance of an advisor at the School of Education to assure an appropriate program and take maximum advantage of opportunities to learn about the British educational system and international issues in elementary education. Ripon College students interested in this program should discuss it with their Educational Studies Department advisor as far in advance of their application as possible and plan their course of study at Ripon to complement the courses and in-school experiences they will have in Bangor.

Information about the courses is available on the advisor's Website.