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Overall
I wish I had known...
That it can be very bureaucratic.
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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
Take hounors courses. The level of first and second year courses could be a bit low if it is your major!
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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 would recommend the isles f.e skye for travel. The international student centre is a fantastic institution run by students which organises nice excursions and some funny event. You can also be a volunteer for them. In Edinburgh I would recommend you to join one of the hundreds societies - that is a fantastic experience.
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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
Scottish can be a bit confusing at the beginning, but it is fun! At the beginning it was sometimes hard to explain myself, but people are very friendly, patient and helpful
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Expenses
Main source of funding:
An ERASMUS grant
Other sources of funding:
Family
Personal savings
Work opportunities:
I didn't want/need to work
Personal spending habits
Food, Housing, Nightlife, Travel, Overall:
was more expensive than at home.
Telephone:
was less expensive than at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
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Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
Because most International students take a University flat. It is the best way to get to know lots of people
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Personal comments
There are flats in great location available. Internet and cleaning is included. You can call from room to every other university room in the whole town. that was very helpful. service is very well. But I had 11 flatmates - that can be loud and messy!
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Student life
Describe host city:
Student life dominates the city
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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
On cowgate and in this area there are plenty of pubs. I like Nichol Edwards, because it is little, cute and has live music every evening.
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