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Course Description
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Course Name
London Lives: Immigration and its Contexts
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Host University
University of Westminster
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Location
London, England
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Area of Study
European Studies, Sociology
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Lower
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UK Credits
20 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits4
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units6
Hours & Credits
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Overview
This module will explore immigrant lives and their contexts in London. Starting with a historical overview and anintroduction to theories of integration, assimilation and settlement, the module will examine current and pastprocesses of inclusion and exclusion in different spheres of society, including politics, the (regular and irregular) labour market, the education system and the criminal justice system. It will also look at linguistic, literary and artistic cultural production.Assessment: Research Report (30%) ; Group Presentation (70%).*All transcripts are issued in UK credits.
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Eligibility for courses may be subject to a placement exam and/or pre-requisites.
Some courses may require additional fees.
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.
Please reference fall and spring course lists as not all courses are taught during both semesters.
Please note that some courses with locals have recommended prerequisite courses. It is the student's responsibility to consult any recommended prerequisites prior to enrolling in their course.