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City University London Global Summer School 2011: Historic London Module http://www.city.ac.uk/arts/global-citizenship/historic-london.html Course Dates: July 2-July 29 2011 Credits: 7.5 ECTS

London is one of the world’s great global cities with a history that stretches back to the Roman times. In this module students will learn about the exciting history of the city and the development of London as an international centre of importance through an interactive series of lectures, museum visits, live performances, exhibitions, readings and projects. We will use the writings of , Geoffrey Chaucer, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, , Samuel Pepys, and others to explore the changing ways in which the city of London has been portrayed and understood. This module provides a unique opportunity for students from around the world to study in and about one of the world’s most international cities.

The Historic London module will explore: - Roman London - Tudor London - Shakespearean Theatre - The City as a commercial centre past and present - Victorian London - Tubes, Trains, and Transport in the City - World War II and - Famous London Residents - London and the Making of - Multicultural London

Excursions to a variety of cultural sites and events are embedded within the course. Planned excursions include: - - - Abbey - National Portrait Gallery - - - - Modern - - 2012 Olympics Site

As part of the module assessment students will undertake a written project and group presentation. This course is open to university students in good standing from all over the world and from all disciplines. After successfully completing the course, students will receive a transcript from City University London for a total of 7.5 ECTS credits.

For more information contact [email protected] Or visit our website at http://www.city.ac.uk/arts/global-citizenship/index.html