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maria l
simmons college, boston, United States
Linguistics, Graduate, University Agreement
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: At ease in most situations
My level after: No problems in any areas (including slang)
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
I was a graduate student and finished my Master's of Spanish in Cordoba. I wanted to perfect my Spanish and a times itwas a it difficult because andaluz (the dialect in Andalucia) is different than standard castellano, but quite beautiful and joyous.
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maria l
simmons college, boston, United States
Linguistics, Graduate, University Agreement
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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maria l
simmons college, boston, United States
Linguistics, Graduate, University Agreement
Expenses
Main source of funding:
Other
Other sources of funding:
Other
Work opportunities:
I worked during my study abroad experience
Personal spending habits
In general, Cordoba is not that expensive and I spent money on my cell phone calling people because someimes you get lonely in a strange country.
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Telephone:
was the same price as at home.
Food, Housing, Nightlife, Travel, Overall:
was less expensive than at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
Personal comments
There are certain periods when they have sales in Europe...ask about them
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maria l
simmons college, boston, United States
Linguistics, Graduate, University Agreement
Overall
I wish I had known...
I wish that I would hae enjoyed it more from the beginning because the adjustment period is difficult.
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
My experience was with Simmons College and it was great.
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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
I went to Spain as an ESL teacher's assistant and simultaneously finished my Master's in Spanish. I stayed for a year and it was the most memorable year of my life. I recommend that people study abroad for a year because the first semester is all about adapting. By the time you get used to it, it's time to leave. While you are in a different country, watch local TV, read local newspapers and hang around with locals. Sticking with other international students won't enrich your experience. Drink wine, enjoy the food and find yourself.
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maria l
simmons college, boston, United States
Linguistics, Graduate, University Agreement
Housing
Type of housing: A room exchange
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
I did change midyear and moved in with friends. I thought that it was stifling for someone to take care of me as if I were a little girl.
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Personal comments
Simmons College has moved their program to Granada...As for the housing, it was fine but I wanted a little more freedom.
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maria l
simmons college, boston, United States
Linguistics, Graduate, University Agreement
Student life
Describe host city:
Students equally interact with the local and student community
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Activities, Nightlife, Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Casa Pepe de la juderia is a great restaurant in the juderia. In general, "la juderia" is a magical place nd I would live there if I could.
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