Wrongful Convictions & Human Rights

London, England
Wrongful Convictions & Human Rights

About the Program

Explore the topic of Wrongful Conviction in London. This four-week, accelerated summer program provides students with the opportunity to study human rights and focus on the specific area of wrongful conviction. This program is composed of two courses and includes opportunities to observe trials and visit London-based organizations working in human rights and on behalf of the wrongfully accused.

Study with law professor Justin Brooks, Director and co-founder of the California Innocence Project.

Requirements

Overview

Location:

London

Dates:

7/4/24 - 8/3/24

Price:

$5,895

Credits:

6

Deadlines

Apply By:

Closed

Withdraw By:

5/6/24

Requirements

Complete Application
Program Participation Agreement
$95 Online Application Fee
Transcript - Unofficial

Eligibility

Course Prerequisites:

Some courses may have prerequisites.

Other:

Students enrolled in an institution in Canada or Mexico are eligible if the home institution accepts a US transcript and credits.

Minimum
GPA:

2.5

Other:

By start of program, must be at least 18 years of age.

Other:

Must be in good academic and disciplinary standing at your home institution.

Education
Completed:

High School Graduate

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Where You'll Study

CEA CAPA London Center

The CEA CAPA London Center is centrally located in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, close to public transport, Kensington Palace, the Natural History Museum, Victoria and Albert Museums. H...

Student Lounge
Student Lounge
Study Area
Study Area
Counseling Services
Counseling Services
Travel Books & Resources
Travel Books & Resources
6

Credits

Program Structure & Courses

This is a short-term accelerated program composed of two courses on Human Rights and Wrongful Conviction, worth 3 credits each. Study fact investigation and research, observe trials, and visit London-based organizations working on behalf of the wrongfully accused. Earn 6 credits.

CEA CAPA Center courses meet Monday through Thursday.

Upon confirmation of your participation in the program, we’ll register you in both courses. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.

All Levels Course Structure

Courses

The host institution has offered the following courses in the past. Please note that course listings will not be finalized until the start of the term.

*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.

Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Global Perspectives on Human Rights in Action 300 En 45 3
Wrongful Conviction 300 En 45 3

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Where You'll Stay

*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.

Excursions

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.

What's Included in your Program

From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in London. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.

  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Transportation Pass
  • Wellness Activities
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Excursions
  • Student Clubs & Organizations
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Official Transcript(s)

Sample Calendar

Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.

You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.

Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.

Date Description
July 04
Arrival/Program Begins

Official Program Start Date.

July 05
Orientation

Mandatory CEA CAPA Orientation will be held.

July 08
Classes Begin

Classes begin at the CEA CAPA London Center on this day.

August 02
Classes End

This is the last day of classes at the CEA CAPA London Center.

August 03
Program Ends/Move-Out

Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day.

Sample Budget

This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.

Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.

Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.

Description Low-Cost High-Cost
Program Fee
Tuition and fees, registration, orientation, airport pickup, welcome and farewell receptions, housing, official transcript, cultural excursions/activities, student support services, CEA On-site Staff and administrative costs.
$5,895
$5,895
International Airfare & Transfers
Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$800
$1,600
Immigration Requirements
Includes passport and additional requirements such as visa, entry and exit fees, French Carte de Séjour, French University Administrative Fee (if applicable), or Italian Permesso di Soggiorno.
$165
$165
Books, Materials and Supplies
Includes books, school supplies, art supplies, and course fees. Does not include fees or supplies for optional courses. This cost varies depending on the course choices of the student.
$70
$250
Meals
Includes the average expected cost for meals in housing option without a meal plan, such as daily groceries and eating out at restaurants. 
$600
$1,200
Personal Expenses
Includes telephone, laundry, local transportation, personal necessities and upfront payments for potential doctor visits. Please note, certain locations may require deposits to secure spots in CEA organized activities and excursions (deposits are returned at the end of the program if student attends activities/excursions or cancels participation before set deadlines). Some of these costs vary according to the spending habits of the student.
$200
$410
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$650
$1,950
TOTAL EXPENSES $8,380 $11,470