In partnership with Queen Mary University of London (QMUL), FIE is excited to offer a semester-long program that combines direct enrollment in QMUL courses with one of FIE’s signature British Life courses. This unique opportunity allows you to study alongside British, American, and international students in one of the UK’s top universities — all while living in the heart of London on FIE’s South Kensington campus.
Why choose queen mary university of london?
QMUL is a member of the prestigious Russell Group, representing 24 of the UK’s leading research-intensive universities. Ranked 14th in the world and 5th in the UK for research quality (The Times Higher, 2024), Queen Mary is home to academics at the forefront of breakthroughs in areas such as AI, cancer treatment, and low-carbon energy.
With more than 32,000 students from over 170 nationalities, QMUL offers a truly global learning environment. Located in vibrant East London, the university provides the rare experience of a self-contained campus in one of the world’s most exciting cities — minutes from cultural landmarks and the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
TERMS
- Fall Semester: 14-15 weeks
- Spring Semester: 20 weeks
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
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Studying abroad at QMUL means you’ll have access to almost 800 courses across a wide range of disciplines.
Browse the QMUL online course catalogue and filter by “Associate Student” to see the classes open to international semester students.
ELIGIBILITY
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
- Minimum standing: Freshman
- NOTE: Your GPA requirement may be different depending on your home institution requirements along with other prerequisites. Please contact your study abroad office to confirm the GPA requirement
- If you attend an FIE partner institution, contact your study abroad advisor on campus for any additional requirements
- If you do not attend one of our partner institutions,
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CREDIT AND TRANSCRIPT INFORMATION
- QMUL courses - Transcript issued by Queen Mary University of London
- FIE British Life course — FIE grade report or, if preferred, Drexel University transcript (additional fee applies)
Check with your study abroad office for credit transfer and course equivalencies.
your london experience - two sides of the city
This program gives you the best of both worlds:
- The dynamic, multicultural energy of East London at QMUL
- The classic charm and global connections of South Kensington with FIE
