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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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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
the best way to learn a language is to go in the country. There is no better way.there are many international students and we are all in the same situation. It was really easy to establish contact with other international and local students.My language skills have definetly improved. I feel confident now.
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Overall
I wish I had known...
nothing in particular.
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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
do not hesitate to approach your teachers or tutors if you need help.
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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
The international student experience in Durham is a very enjoyable experience and i would recommand it to anyone. You will always win something for your personal enhancement. If you are rather shy, do not hesitate to join clubs and societies as you will meet many people and that will help your socialisation.
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Expenses
Main source of funding:
A private grant
Other sources of funding:
Other
Work opportunities:
I worked during my study abroad experience
Personal spending habits
life in Great Britain is more expensive than in France in general. the difference is mostly felt on the food.
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Food, Housing, Nightlife, Overall:
was more expensive than at home.
Telephone, Travel:
was the same price as at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
Personal comments
Rail travel can be quite expensive.Take a young person rail card, as you get good reductions.Whatever you are buying, always ask if there is a student reduction and always have your student card. Tesco supermarkets are good value for a quite good quality. Asda supermarkets have good deals.
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Housing
Type of housing: On campus
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
a house or an apartment is cosy and you feel more at home than in student halls.
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Personal comments
i have tried both accomodation: student room in halls and a room in a house. Both have their advantages but i prefer a room in a house where you would feel more at home and you have more space. The University was very helpful and the rooms they propose are always correct. They offered good support.
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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
if you're looking for student-only venues, then Klute night club is for you. You have also the Student Union events which are pretty good with unbeatable prices! Not far is Newcastle for a good night out. If you want to chill out in front of a glass of wine, Venels is perfect. What is worth visiting is the cathedral and the castle.and do not miss the boat ride in spring and summer time!
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