Academics

Academics 

The two-week study abroad component is preceded by web delivery of readings and online discussion groups. Students should expect to participate in structured discussions and lectures during their time in London.

In particular, the program includes:

(a) Formal lectures delivered by the trip leaders as well as prominent guest scholars from European universities;

(b) Presentations from leading global sport executives along with daily field visits to leading multinational sporting enterprises. For 2009 these will include:

• The F.A. Premier League
• All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club 
• Sky Sports
• Tottenham Hotspur FC
• UK Sport
• Lords Cricket Ground

(c) Small group/individual tutorials.

As part of the Study Abroad Experience, students will complete an electronic diary that synthesizes reading material with on-site experiences.

Credit

Students will be registered for either KNES 389A: Topical Investigations (3 credits) or KNES 689J: Special Problems in Kinesiology (3 credits).

Eligibility

The curriculum is designed for students who are highly motivated, both academically and personally, and who are seeking to actively engage in the challenges of a new learning environment. Applicants should hold at least a 3.0 academic average, and early application is encouraged. An application does not guarantee admission to the program.

IMPORTANT: Admissions for the program are made on a rolling basis, and decisions will be given in a timely manner. However, please be aware that decisions will not be made on a daily basis, so you should expect a delay between when you submit an application and when you receive notification. Because admission to summer programs is competitive and space is limited, early application is advisable. Meeting the minimum GPA requirement alone is insufficient to guarantee admission. All required materials will be considered during the admission process. You may be asked to interview with the faculty member directing the program or with a study abroad advisor.

 

Dr. David Andrews and Dr. Michael Silk
Faculty Directors

The program is run by Dr. David Andrews who is a professor in the Department of Kinesiology at the University of Maryland, College Park, and Dr. Michael Silk, a former UM Associate Professor, now working as a Senior Lecturer at the University of Bath, England. They have previously been responsible for running successful "Sport and Culture in the Global Marketplace" programs to London (2000, 2002-8), and Sydney (2001) through the University of Memphis and University of Maryland.

Both the program leaders hold degrees from universities in the United Kingdom and North America, and are citizens of the United Kingdom. Each has lived, worked, studied, lectured and conducted research throughout Europe, North America, and Australasia. Their area of academic expertise and research is in the social, cultural and business aspects of the global sports industry.