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Alexandre M
Overall
I wish I had known...
The examination modalities. The cost of housing in the private sector.
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
The university has serious issues. Housing is expensive. The way to assess students is not satisfying, you only have exams at the end of the year. The teachers are not allowed to give enough help because of general practices from the country.
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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
A good university, but with some problems. The city lacks a bit of excitement and
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Alexandre M
Academic
Course recommendations
Should allow more time before making a final decision on the class you want to take.
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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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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: No problems in any areas (including slang)
My level after: No problems in any areas (including slang)
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
The reason I came was only to have a diploma from an English taught university, so that people know I speak the language.
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Expenses
Main source of funding:
Family
Other sources of funding:
Personal savings
Work opportunities:
I didn't want/need to work
Personal spending habits
Because the cost of life is higher in England than in my home city in Canada
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Food, Telephone, Housing, Nightlife, Travel, Overall:
was more expensive than at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
Personal comments
Night clubs are very expensive, drink before going. Try to buy in group for food.
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Housing
Type of housing: On campus
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: On campus
Why?
I would stay on campus, but I would have transfered to the most recent accomodation buildings that offer better facilities, and only have 5 person per flat.
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Personal comments
The housing is expensive, they could lower the cost easily. Very well situated, close to the lectures.
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Student life
Describe host city:
Student life dominates the city
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Activities, Travel: Takes place mostly within the university/student environment
Nightlife: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Night spots: Broad street, the Arcadian and Custard Factory. Cafes, I don't go in cafes, but Gun Barrels, the Soak and The Goose for pubs in Selly Oak, or Varsity and the Greenman in Harborne
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