8 days
London
Behind the gorgeous façades of its classic buildings lie the tales of criminal justice and law. Starting at the near-millennium-old Tower of London, you’ll track the evolution of the British legal system, exploring from the inside the Royal Courts of Justice, the Inns of Court and the Old Bailey, perhaps recognizable from A Tale of Two Cities or “Law & Order.”

🔹 Curated experiences: Every program is intentionally designed to feature guided learning, cultural engagement, and independent exploration experiences to drive global competency development, denoted on each itinerary with a blue diamond. Learn more about these experiences.
  • Day 1: Fly overnight to England

  • Day 2: London

    Meet your Field Director at the airport

    Take a walking tour of London

    With your Field Director you will see:

    • The Strand, London's major thoroughfare
    • Trafalgar Square, a bustling central square
    • Leicester Square, a square lined with theaters and other events
    • Covent Garden, a vibrant and charming shopping area

    Enjoy dinner in London

  • Day 3: London

    Take a tour of London through the lends of criminal justice

    With your expert local guide you will see:

    • Big Ben, an iconic London bell at the Palace of Westminster
    • Houses of Parliament, home to England's governing body
    • Piccadilly Circus, a five-way intersection 
    • St. Paul’s Cathedral, a domed church which has hosted many royal events
    • Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (if scheduled)

    🔹 Independent exploration: Spend a half day exploring London on your own

  • Day 4: London

    🔹 Cultural engagement: Visit the Old Bailey courthouse, one of a number of buildings that house the Crown Court; You will have free time to attend court hearings, which often include major criminal cases from Greater London

  • Day 5: London

    🔹 Guided learning: Tour the Houses of Parliament with an expert local guide and get a glimpse into British government; weekday visitors attend debates, while Saturday guests enjoy a tour of the courthouse

    🔹 Guided learning: Take a tour of the Inns of Court and see the professional associations for barristers (lawyers) in England and Wales

    Take a tour of the Royal Courts of Justice, home to the Court of Appeal of England and Wales and the High Court of Justice of England and Wales

  • Day 6: London

    Tour the Tower of London with an expert local guide and see this former prison, where Henry VIII banished two of his wives, and the jaw-dropping collection of Crown Jewels

    🔹 Independent exploration: Spend a half day exploring London on your own

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Forensic workshop

    Forensic workshop

    Participate in a forensic workshop developed by Scotland Yard detectives. Led by a current detective in the field, you'll dust for fingerprints, analyze shoe marks and compare samples at a "crime scene" to produce a timeline of last sightings, suggest actions, and form ideas around suspects.

  • Day 7: London

    🔹 Cultural engagement & industry experience: Meet with a local police officer to learn about the legal system firsthand

    🔹 Independent exploration: Spend a half day exploring London on your own

    Enjoy a fish and chips dinner in London

  • Day 8: Depart for home

  • Day 1: Fly overnight to England

  • Day 2: London

    Meet your Field Director at the airport

    Take a walking tour of London

    With your Field Director you will see:

    • The Strand, London's major thoroughfare
    • Trafalgar Square, a bustling central square
    • Leicester Square, a square lined with theaters and other events
    • Covent Garden, a vibrant and charming shopping area

    Enjoy dinner in London

  • Day 3: London

    Take a tour of London through the lends of criminal justice

    With your expert local guide you will see:

    • Big Ben, an iconic London bell at the Palace of Westminster
    • Houses of Parliament, home to England's governing body
    • Piccadilly Circus, a five-way intersection 
    • St. Paul’s Cathedral, a domed church which has hosted many royal events
    • Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (if scheduled)

    🔹 Independent exploration: Spend a half day exploring London on your own

  • Day 4: London

    🔹 Cultural engagement: Visit the Old Bailey courthouse, one of a number of buildings that house the Crown Court; You will have free time to attend court hearings, which often include major criminal cases from Greater London

  • Day 5: London

    🔹 Guided learning: Tour the Houses of Parliament with an expert local guide and get a glimpse into British government; weekday visitors attend debates, while Saturday guests enjoy a tour of the courthouse

    🔹 Guided learning: Take a tour of the Inns of Court and see the professional associations for barristers (lawyers) in England and Wales

    Take a tour of the Royal Courts of Justice, home to the Court of Appeal of England and Wales and the High Court of Justice of England and Wales

  • Day 6: London

    Tour the Tower of London with an expert local guide and see this former prison, where Henry VIII banished two of his wives, and the jaw-dropping collection of Crown Jewels

    🔹 Independent exploration: Spend a half day exploring London on your own

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Forensic workshop

    Forensic workshop

    Participate in a forensic workshop developed by Scotland Yard detectives. Led by a current detective in the field, you'll dust for fingerprints, analyze shoe marks and compare samples at a "crime scene" to produce a timeline of last sightings, suggest actions, and form ideas around suspects.

  • Day 7: London

    🔹 Cultural engagement & industry experience: Meet with a local police officer to learn about the legal system firsthand

    🔹 Independent exploration: Spend a half day exploring London on your own

    Enjoy a fish and chips dinner in London

  • Day 8: Depart for home


Learning outcomes on this program

Confidence • Curiosity • Global perspective • Empathy • Adaptability • Relatability • Self-Awareness


EF Global Learning Model Post-Study Abroad Learning Resources
Academic resources

With this program, you get access to our Global Learning Resources, which include:

  • Discussion questions
  • Sample assignments
  • Journal prompts
  • Webinars
  • EF's Global Competency Assessment, a pre- and post-program assessment to measure competency development
See the resources you get
EF Global Learning Model Post-Study Abroad Learning Resources
Academic resources


With this program, you get access to our Global Learning Resources, which include:

  • Discussion questions
  • Sample assignments
  • Journal prompts
  • Webinars
  • EF's Global Competency Assessment, a pre- and post-program assessment to measure competency development

See the resources you get


What's Included

  • Transportation

    Various modes of transport are tailored to your program. While some transfers are included, others may come at additional cost.

  • Accommodations

    Safe, comfortable lodging will be waiting for you at your destination.

  • Select meals

    Enjoy a combination of included meals and the freedom to explore local cuisine on your own.

  • End-to-end support

    Your dedicated EF team helps secure administrative approval and academic credit, provides enrollment tools, and helps establish your program’s ongoing presence on campus.

  • EF Global Learning Toolkit

    We offer various tools to help educators facilitate student growth abroad and on campus, including academically enriched travel programs, industry engagement opportunities, global learning resources, and a Global Competencies Assessment tool.

  • Field Director

    Your Field Director is on the ground with your group, providing deep local insights while handling program logistics.

  • Guided exploration

    Gain insider knowledge and cultural perspective from licensed local guides: natural historians who provide cultural insights to enhance learning moments throughout the program.

  • Field Visits

    Experience academics in action during engaging visits with relevant organizations, thought leaders, and partners.


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