Philadelphia’s diversity of thought: Examine the sociopolitical conflicts that have shaped the US!
Attend Drexel University on this 4 summer programme to learn about US values through interactive sessions on current sociopolitical topics and by visiting historical and cultural institutions in Philadelphia.
You will learn about the quest for individual rights throughout history and how it continues today. You will also be able to take weekend trips to regional points of interest, like NYC and Washington, DC., and attend a professional baseball game.
An opportunity not to be missed!
| Dates | 21 June - 19 July 2025 (allow for a day or two either side for travel) |
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| Eligibility | Open to Undergraduate and Postgraduate students (not suitable for final years). |
| Programme Includes | Flights, Accommodation and Activities. |
| Programme Cost | Programme Cost: £2000 (approximate) to be paid by student to Drexel University. Turing funding is available for eligible students to assist towards the programme cost. Students will be expected to contribute the following amounts towards the programme cost : £800 for most students or £500 if your household income is less than £25,000* *you can check the full criteria for this higher Turing rate in the 'Widening Access and Participation' section below. |
| Flights | An additional scholarship of up to £1000 is available towards the cost of your return flights. This will be paid to students once flights are confirmed and evidence (receipts) are provided. You must ensure you have the funds to pay for your flights as you do not receive this scholarship in advance. |
| Entry Requirements | Refer to Foreign Travel Guidance for further information. |
| Information Session | To be confirmed |
| Apply By | 14 March 2025 |
| Application Form | Apply here. |
| Interview | You will be invited to an online group interview if you are shortlisted at application stage. |
| Interview Guidance | If you require support and guidance to help you prepare for interview reach out to your Employability & Graduate Futures Team. You can request a 1:1 appointment via Handshake or contact the team via e-mail: graduatefutures@ulster.ac.uk |
Widening Access and Participation (WP)
You will be eligible for a higher rate of Turing Scheme funding if you meet one of the criteria below:
- You are in receipt of an Ulster University Access Bursary
- You are from an area of low higher education participation, low household income or low socioeconomic status (including those with an annual household income of £25,000 or less)
- You receive Income Support or Universal Credit and are financially supporting yourself or financially supporting yourself and someone who is dependent on you and living with them, such as a child or partner
- You are from a background of care
- You have caring responsibilities
- You have no living parents
- Your parents cannot be found or it is not reasonably practicable to get in touch with either of them (estranged students)
- You are a refugee or asylum seeker
Proof of the above criteria will be required as part of your application.