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Languages
Language of instruction: French
Was learning French a key decision factor?
Yes, I wanted to improve my French
How much did you improve your French?
My level before: Everyday knowledge (shopping, directions, etc.)
My level after: At ease in most situations
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
Many classes tended to be aimed towards Erasmus students only which made it difficult to speak Frech as most students were native English speakers.
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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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Expenses
Main source of funding:
Personal savings
Other sources of funding:
Family<br>
Government assistance<br>
An ERASMUS grant
Work opportunities:
I didn't explore any work options
Personal spending habits
Lyon is quie an expensive city with regards to accommodation,etc.
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Housing, Overall, Travel:
was more expensive than at home.
Nightlife, Telephone, Food:
was the same price as at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
Personal comments
Bank charges are quite high. Lots of form filling involved.
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Overall
I wish I had known...
In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
The University has excellent supports in place for international students.
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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
Be patient. French administration can be loong and tedious.
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Housing
Type of housing: Private student residence
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
So, that I'd have a better opportunity to speak French.
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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, Travel: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Since, Johnnie Walshes, The Smoking Dog, La Marquise
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