Richmond, The American International University in London, England: Why London?

London is the ultimate reality classroom. You need not look any further than the City to see modern economics and finance in action, the Tower of London to see the history of Western architecture on display, the Houses of Parliament to see centuries of political thought put into practice, or Kew Gardens to see nearly every species of plant and flower the world has to offer. With its fine museums, libraries, theaters, concert halls, and more parks than any other capital city in the world, there is no other place on earth quite like it.

Richmond upon Thames, a vibrant town and home of Richmond, The American International University in London, is only 12 miles from the center of London. It offers an eclectic mix of riverside cafés and bistros, upmarket shops and great theater. With the center of London easily accessible by public transportation, living in Richmond gives you two great options for where to spend your free time.

London Summer Advantage is designed specifically to take full advantage of all that London has to offer. A history lesson is never further than a Tube ride away, and the classes offered at Richmond provide you with a solid foundation in subjects ranging from international relations and politics to creative writing and modern popular music. Included activities show you England’s royal past, while optional theater visits, sporting events, and a ride on the London Eye plug you right into London’s exciting present.