International Student Teaching Practicum: Plymouth, England

Plymouth, UK (Map)
  • Plymouth, England

This long-standing program offers an exciting opportunity for students to live in Plymouth, England for three weeks. Students participate in a three-week teaching exchange in an English elementary school to gain a greater awareness of the British education system. The host classroom teacher determines actual teaching responsibilities; participants are encouraged to become fully immersed in daily instructional activities. School placements are made based upon age preferences and availability of supervising teachers. Students are expected to be prepared to teach about American culture as well as to attend seminars, participate in planned cultural and social events, and to complete reading assignments about education in the United Kingdom.

The experience begins with a visit to London. An opportunity for a week of free travel is optional. Upon return to the United States, students will submit a scholarly project reflecting their professional growth from the experience.

Program Dates:
Summer 2022 Dates TBD. Program dates are usually early to late June, with an optional week of independent travel following the last day of teaching.

Program Itinerary:
In addition to daily teaching and weekly seminars, participants will experience:

  • Weekend trip to London prior to first day of teaching
  • Day trips to St. Ive's and Dartmour National Park
  • Excursions to National Aquarium and Mayflower Museum

 

General Course Information:
Fredonia students will earn 3.0 credits of EDU 548 for successful participation in the program. Students may take this course for graduate or undergraduate credit. Other SUNY students can work with their home campus to transfer the course in for credit.

Accommodation:
Students live in apartments with other program participants. Most rooms are double accommodation, and students will share bathroom, kitchen, and living areas with other students in their flat. Apartments are equipped with kitchen necessities and linens, and are about a 20 minute walk from school.

This program does not include a meal plan. Students usually cook meals in their apartments or dine out.

Program Costs:
Summer 2022 Budget TBD. Budgets are traditionally released in November prior to program departure.

Students may be able to use financial aid to support program costs. Following acceptance, students should meet with the Financial Aid office at their home campus to understand financing options.

Payment Deadlines:

  • January 15: $500 Deposit Deadline
  • April 1: Program Fee Deadline
  • May 1: Tuition Payment Deadline (for students at other SUNY campuses, tuition deadline may differ)

Travel Information:
Students travel together to/from Toronto (YYZ) and London (LHR). Students traveling independently after the program ends are responsible for arranging travel to London for their return flight to the US.

Application Requirements:

  • The program is open to all candidates who have or are eligible for initial NYS certification at the time of departure. School placements in the U.K. are equivalent to U.S. grades Pre-K to 6. We do, however, accept applications from Adolescence Education majors.

 

Application Deadlines:
Applications should be submitted no later than November 1.

To Apply:
Follow application directions on home page. Your online application requirements include:

  • Study Statement
  • Two Recommendations
  • Official Transcript
  • Judicial Review Form

 
Type:
Faculty-Led
Duration:
4 Weeks
Special Features:
Field Study

Program Provider

Host Institution