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Expenses
Main source of funding:
Family
Other sources of funding:
Personal savings
An ERASMUS grant
Work opportunities:
I worked during my study abroad experience
Personal spending habits
I spent more on on travel and nightlife because I travelled and went out more to immerse myself in the country and culture!
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Nightlife, Travel:
was more expensive than at home.
Food, Telephone, Housing, Overall:
was less expensive than at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
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Academic
My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
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...
How much I was going to love it! I would have done a full university year instead of just 6 months
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
If you're willing to work hard and play hard then go for it!
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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
If you're using public transport (metro and buses) get a monthly pass - you'll save a fortune.
Keep your eye on uni noticeboards for upcoming events and possible language exchanges - a great way to meet local people.
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Languages
Language of instruction: Spanish
Was learning Spanish a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't.
How much did you improve your Spanish?
My level before: Basic phrases
My level after: At ease in most situations
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
It wasn't easy but teachers and local students were happy to help and were patient when I was struggling!
Don't make the mistake of spening too much time speaking your native language though - I saw a few people go home having not learned much Spanish!
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Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
The opportunity to live with Spanish people of a similar age and/or with similar interests whilst still having the independence to do things I want (more difficult when living with a family)
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Personal comments
I didn't live in university housing so I can't comment.
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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 within the university/student environment
Nightlife: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Palacio on Thursday nights for meeting other students from all over the world!
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