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Are you passionate about forensic science and criminal justice? Join us for an unforgettable study abroad experience in England, the home of Sherlock Holmes, MI5, and James Bond! This unique program allows you to explore the UK's world-renowned criminal justice system while diving into forensic science through hands-on learning and real-world case studies. You’ll visit historic courts, cutting-edge crime labs, and iconic locations linked to the world’s most famous detective. Learn from top experts in the field, earn academic credit, and experience the culture and history of England firsthand. Don’t miss this opportunity to enrich your education and expand your career horizons!
At a Glance
| Courses | FRSC: Special Topics (Prof. John Lanneau) CRJU 4475: Special Topics in Criminal Justice (Prof. Brandi Wiltse) |
| Faculty | Prof. John Lanneau (jlanneau@piedmont.edu) Prof. Brandi Wiltse (bwiltse@piedmont.edu) |
| Dates | June 2-13, 2025 |
| Course category | FRSC is a major elective course CRJU 4475 is a major elective course |
| Class eligibility | Completed at least one semester at a university 18 years old or older |
| Language pre-requisite | None |
| Course pre-requisite | None |
| Cost | $5,880 |
| Included in cost | Tuition for 6 hours of credit Flights Accommodations Excursions 1-2 meals/day |
| Accommodations | Double rooms anticipated |
| Activity level | Moderate, anticipate a lot of walking |
| Program capacity | 20 students |
| Deadlines | 12/31: Initial interest form 12/31: Deposit due ($500) 3/31: Remaining fee due ($5,380) |
Course Descriptions
FRSC: Special Topics in Forensic Science (Prof. Lanneau)
TBD
CRJU 4475: Special Topics in Criminal Justice (Prof. Wiltse)
TBD
Itinerary
We anticipate that travel will include time in the following locations:
– London
– Other locations TBD
Next Steps
- AUGUST
- Talk to your Piedmont Advisors about your circumstances
- Your Academic Advisor can make sure you are taking classes that keep you on track to graduate.
- Career Services will give you advice about how to make the most of your experience. Travel study is a great way to build employable skills and begin to fill up your resume. Having a plan before you leave is the best way to get the most out of the experience.
- Financial Aid can verify whether your financial aid package can be applied to the faculty-led courses.
- Apply for a passport
- At times it can take 6-8 months for your passport application to be processed, so apply early.
- If you already have a passport, check to make sure that it does not expire within 6 months of your RETURN date. You may not be allowed into the host country by immigration officials if it expires in less than 6 months.
- Talk to your Piedmont Advisors about your circumstances
- OCTOBER
- Complete an initial interest form
- The sooner you let us know your interest, the better. Deadline for initial interest form is December 31st. Completing this form does not obligate you to participate.
- Complete an initial interest form
- DECEMBER
- Pay deposit ($500)
- Deadline for the deposit is December 31st. This deposit is non-refundable, unless the trip is cancelled or there are extenuating circumstances preventing a student from participating.
- Pay deposit ($500)
- FEBRUARY
- Pay remaining travel study fee
- Deadline for fee is March 1st. The fee is non-refundable, unless the trip is cancelled or there are extenuating circumstances preventing a student from participating.
- Attend required orientation seminar (dates TBA)
- An orientation seminar for all students traveling abroad will be offered during February. The seminar will cover logistical concerns (university paperwork, passports, travel health insurance, etc.), safety while traveling and will prepare you to get the most out of your travel study experience.
- Pay remaining travel study fee