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4.16 / 5 based on 300 reviews
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Languages
Language of instruction: English
Was learning English a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't.
How much did you improve your English?
My level before: Everyday knowledge (shopping, directions, etc.)
My level after: At ease in most situations
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
I was impressed by the Swedes'ability to speak English. During this exchange I overcome shyness to speak English.
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Expenses
Main source of funding:
Family
Other sources of funding:
An ERASMUS grant
Work opportunities:
I didn't explore any work options
Personal spending habits
Because items were more expensive.
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Food, Housing, Overall:
was more expensive than at home.
Telephone, Nightlife, Travel:
was the same price as at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
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Academic
Course recommendations
I strongly recommend to attend case studies courses. Lot of papers but very useful, considering multi-cultural groups.
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My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
Personal comments
no, I guess academic life is not made to be perfect all the time.
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My opinion of the university assessment
Exams throughout the course
Essays and/or projects at the end of course
Essays and/or projects throughout the course
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Overall
I wish I had known...
It's quite important to read a bit about the culture.
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In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
Go there for the international experience. Don't try to get the best grades by working excessively.
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During my experience abroad, I ...
(1) Never – (4) A lot
Became familiar with another culture
Met people from other countries
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies & career
Final comments
You shoud take time to visit Sweden, Denmark, Norway and Finland.
Youth hostels are very confortable and affordable.
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Student life
Describe host city:
Students equally interact with the local and student community
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Activities: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Nightlife, Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
I can't remember the exact names but the "after work" on Friday's night were very pleasant. A good cafe was close to the University, in the old town, offering delicious crumble pies.
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Housing
Type of housing: On campus
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: On campus
Why?
Student life was lively, enriching: always meeting local and international students.
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Personal comments
Every kitchen was shared by a group of 10 students, which made easier the contacts.
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