Study Abroad in London
Liberal Arts
AIU London Liberal Arts Courses*
ART 200 HISTORY OF ART I
Prerequisites: None
A well-rounded student requires exposure to the history of
humankind's artistic achievements.The purpose of this class is to
acquaint students with a historic panorama of the visual arts,
trends and the creative spirit of the masters.The scope of the
course covers time from ancient cave drawings to the Baroque
Period.
ART 301 PHOTOGRAPHY AS AN ART FORM
Prerequisites: None
This class aims to introduce students to a diverse range of
photographers' work since the turn of the century, paralleling
some of the major art movements of the 20th century. It will also
offer students the opportunity to develop their own visual skills
through project work and group seminars.Technical skills are not
required for this class. Materials required include any camera the
student can use, (e.g. instamatic, SLR, black and white or color).
ART 303 SURVEY OF BRITISH MUSEUMS
Prerequisites: None
In London alone there are dozens of museums and galleries
housing a remarkable series of displays. In this course, students
will have the opportunity to visit as many of the major
institutions as time permits. Course content includes an
explanation of historical and design collections.
ART 304 AESTHETICS
Prerequisites: None
This course seeks to explore a range of theoretical and
experiential tools through which art might be encountered and
judged.This course will investigate whether particular objects
have defining characteristics that determine
their value as art, or if, in fact,
aesthetic value comes from
culture or a special
aesthetic interest
on the viewer's part.
ART 312 HISTORY OF THE THEATRE
Prerequisites: ENG 101/ENG 103
History of the Theatre is structured to give students the
opportunity to gain understanding and insight into contemporary
theatre using current productions as the basic study units.
Classroom time is spent in group discussion of these productions
and lectures by the instructor on the history of the theatre
(Ancient Greek drama to the present), elements of production,
and current trends in British and American drama. A
supplemental fee will be charged to students enrolled in
this course.
ENG 101 COMPOSITION AND RHETORIC
Prerequisites: None
The ability to communicate effectively through use of the
written word is a requirement in today's increasingly complex
world. Students in this class can learn the basics of grammar,
composition and rhetoric.The class will include parallel reading
for the study of composition topics.
ENG 102 RESEARCH AND ADVANCED COMPOSITION
Prerequisites: ENG 101
This class introduces students to advanced composition with
emphasis on research papers.The class includes library usage,
outlining and research mechanics.
ENG 210 CREATIVE WRITING I
Prerequisites: ENG 101 or ENG 102
This class introduces students to various genres of writing (i.e.,
short story, memoir, poetry, drama) and provides opportunities
to write in each genre.
ENG 312 SURVEY OF BRITISH LITERATURE I
Prerequisites: ENG 101 or ENG 102
This course involves the study of major works and literary
movements in British literature from the Old English period,
to and including the British Renaissance.
ENG 412 THE ENGLISH NOVEL ON FILM
Prerequisites: ENG 101 or ENG 102
This course involves the investigation of the English novel
through print as well as film. Students will read novels and view
films based on those novels.
ENG 413 LITERARY LONDON
Prerequisites: ENG 101
This course introduces students to selected texts and themes in
English literature, establishes a context for understanding the
development of literary genres, and helps students understand
critical theory as it affects the reading of literature.The course
is designed to broaden understanding of British culture as
experienced and reflected by chosen writers in their works,
and includes visits to places in London which formed writers'
perceptions in selected works.
HIS 301 HISTORY OF LONDON
Prerequisites: Junior Status or Program Chair Approval
This survey course aims to introduce students to key aspects of
the political, social, economic and cultural development of
London. Students will begin by examining the impact of the
Roman, Saxon,Viking and Norman invasions. Emphasis will be
placed on London's emergence as a commercial and political
center during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, its role in
the building of the British Empire, and its transformation into
the financial center it is today.
HIS 312 MODERN EUROPE
Prerequisites: None
This course is an intensive study of the major aspects of
European history from the Congress of Vienna to the end of
World War II.
HIS 410 THE U.S. IN THE WORLD AFFAIRS
Prerequisites: None
This course is designed to provide an understanding of major
issues and trends facing the U.S. in the contemporary
international system.
MES 315 HISTORY OF THE MIDDLE EAST IN THE 20TH CENTURY
Prerequisites: Junior Status or Program Chair Approval
This course is a survey of Arab history from 1900 to the present,
including colonial rule and decolonization, the Arab-Israeli
conflict, and the roles played in regional and international arenas.
MTH 111 LIBERAL ARTS MATHEMATICS 
Prerequisites: None
This is an introduction to fundamental operations of mathematics
with polynomials, first- and second-degree equations, systems of
equations, inequalities, progressions, interest and geometry.
MTH 120 DECISION MATHEMATICS
Prerequisites: None
This course covers basic quantitative methods used in business
management and the social sciences. Emphasis is placed on
application of topics to decision-making problems.
MUS 270 CLASSICAL WESTERN MUSIC HISTORY
Prerequisites: None
This is an introductory survey of formal Western music from
Gregorian chants to 20th century minimalism.This course aims
to give students a broad overview of major developments in
Western musical history through a series of informal lectures
and listening seminars.
MUS 271 AFRICAN-AMERICAN MUSIC HISTORY
Prerequisites: None
This course is an introductory survey of African-American music
in the 20th century from blues to hip hop.The course gives a
broad overview of the major developments in African-American
music, and places those developments in a social context
through a series of informal lectures and listening seminars.
PHL 201 INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY/LOGIC
Prerequisites: None
This course is a survey of fundamental problems in several major
divisions of philosophy, such as ethics, logic, philosophy of religion,
philosophy of art and metaphysics.This course offers an overview
of the basic aims, approaches and issues of philosophy, while
enabling students to explore philosophy's place in the
development and justification of personal values.
POL 301 CONTEMPORARY POLITICAL ISSUES IN BRITAIN
Prerequisites: Junior Status or Program Chair Approval
This course aims to introduce students to the debate on
the post-war British State and its society. It will do so by
concentrating on the political system with special emphasis on
constitutional theory, party politics, and current debate on policy
issues inclusive of Britain's position in the European Union and
the New World Order.
PSP 101 PUBLIC SPEAKING
Prerequisites: None
This course is designed to build confidence and give poise
to the public speaker. Students experiment with narrative,
informative, persuasive and descriptive speeches. Current
developments in communication theory and social psychology
are discussed. Students can learn the interaction between the
speaker, speech and audience.
PSY 201 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY I
Prerequisites: None
This course is designed to introduce students to various theories
and contributions in the field of psychology. It includes the topics
of learning, memory, language development, perception, theories
of emotion, personality theory, child development and
social psychology.
PSY 415 PSYCHOLOGY OF ADVERTISING AND MASS MEDIA
Prerequisites: PSY 201 or Program Chair Approval
The role of mass media and the effects of advertising on
sexual roles, sexual attitudes and violence will be examined.
An investigation of behavioral, psychological and physiological
reactions on the acquisition of imitative response will be stressed.
SCI 201 CURRENT ISSUES IN BIOLOGY
Prerequisites: None
This course is a study of the basic aspects of biology and their
application to topical issues. Special focus is given to ecology,
population, and an overview of the scientific method.
SCI 202 GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES
Prerequisites: None
This course is designed to introduce important environmental
issues that are pertinent to the society in which we live and to
increase awareness of these issues.The course includes a
discussion of relevant science, the development of environmental
threats since the 1960s and how people have influenced nature's
fine balance.
SOC 101 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY
Prerequisites: None
This introductory course to sociology studies social life and
analyzes sociological structure, change and problems.
SOC 217 CROSS-CULTURAL RELATIONS
Prerequisites: None
This sociology course examines the dynamics of communication
and understanding between cultures and nations. It employs a
linguistic and anthropologic approach to solving the universal
problems of ethnocentrism and cultural misinterpretation.The
course explores the basic structure of language and the roles
which syntax, semantics and kinesics play in successful crosscultural
communication. It introduces the anthropological concept
of cultural diversity and can provide the student with practical
insight in overcoming those perceptual barriers, which often
hinder people from appreciating others' cultural points of view.
SOC 302 WORLD RELIGIONS
Prerequisites: Junior Status or Program Chair/Dean Approval
Major world religions will be surveyed in this course. Each will be
studied integrally, while similarities and differences among them
are highlighted. Socio-anthropological and psychological, as well
as theological perspectives, will be taught and applied to gain a
multifaceted view on one of the most vital aspects of human
nature throughout history, and one of the motivating factors
among populations in the world today.
SOC 319 SOCIOLOGY OF DRESS AND ADORNMENT
Prerequisites: SOC 101 or Program Chair/Dean Approval
Clothing, appearance and social interaction are fundamental to
society.This class examines the origins and purpose of dress
and adornment as a means of communication and negotiation of
social identity.
* Courses and content subject to change.
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