Summary

Through EAP, you can broaden your understanding of the English language and literature around the world. Immersing yourself in the culture and history of another society provides greater context for interpreting the literary texts they produce. At the same time, you will be exposed to alternative perspectives and approaches to the study of English. For budding writers, few things inspire like living abroad! In a globalizing world, with English an increasingly international language, such knowledge and experience will benefit you in whatever career you choose.

Join the many UC English students who will study abroad this year through EAP!

Program Options

Featured Opportunities
Australia: Australian National University
Barbados: University of the West Indies
Netherlands: Utrecht University
United Kingdom: University of Bristol; University of Glasgow

Find the right program for you:

• Use the EAP Program Search Engine to find programs offering English courses.
• Browse the MyEAP Course Catalog for English courses previously taken by EAP students. Additional courses may be available and not all courses may still be offered.
• For additional course information, check the Academic Focus section found on all the program summary pages for each country.

Information for Your Major

Check your campus link below to see if your department has provided specific information about study abroad:

• UC Berkeley
• UC Davis
• UC Irvine
• UC Los Angeles
• UC Merced
• UC Riverside
• UC San Diego
• UC San Francisco
• UC Santa Barbara
• UC Santa Cruz

Student Comments

"Studying English literature abroad in a non-English speaking country may not seem like the most logical decision, but it definitely helped me gain a better understanding of my major. Studying in Denmark exposed me to unique and varied perspectives of professors from South Africa, Great Britain, and, of course, Denmark."
—Christina Smith, Denmark

"Though the English major would point toward a study abroad program in England or another English-speaking country, I couldn't emphasize enough the beauty of following in the footsteps of some of the greatest writers (like Conrad and his Heart of Darkness) and explore a culture completely different from your own. Literature is about stories and experiences that good authors can articulate into an entertaining and thoughtful work; studying abroad in a foreign culture can lay the groundwork for creative writing and seeing your own world from a completely different point of view."
—Amy Bond, Italy

"EAP helped me to learn that literature is not just about reading and writing. Literature is also a landmark in time that gives readers clues to history, culture, and how they have changed. Being abroad pushed me to my limits and showed me what I'm capable of, not just as a student, but as a person. I will always look back at my EAP experience and say that it was the best thing I've done in my life."
—Jenica Wallman, Netherlands

"I can't imagine anything being more worthwhile than EAP. As a creative writing major, I have to write a lot of papers. I'd say that nine out of ten of the papers I’ve written since returning home have been about my experiences during EAP. If I hadn't done EAP, I'd have a much harder time finding something to write about."
—Dominique Sassani, United Kingdom

"Studying in England as an English major really helped me understand the historical background to many great works of literature. It deepened my love for literature and made it more accessible. I took a course on Englishness and one on literature and the city of London. There is nothing like seeing Keats' house or Poet's Corner in Westminster Abbey to make you appreciate the literature you have read back home!"
—Amanda Sutton, United Kingdom