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htorvend
University of the Pacific, Stockton, CA, United States
Linguistics, Undergraduate, University Agreement
Languages
Language of instruction: English
Was learning English a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't.
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
Malta has two official languages: English (British English) and Maltese. Almost all university instruction is in English, although I have heard stories about professors that will refuse to lecture in English. Be aware that although probably 95% of the population speaks native/fluent English, it is a maltese variety with and enormous British influence. The Maltese have a very different intonation pattern when they speak, and to an American they can sound either irritated or like they are being condescending. Don't take this personally! This is the way they talk to everyone, and it's normal for them.
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htorvend
University of the Pacific, Stockton, CA, United States
Linguistics, Undergraduate, University Agreement
Expenses
Main source of funding:
A private grant
Other sources of funding:
Family
Work opportunities:
I didn't explore any work options
Personal spending habits
Food, Telephone, Nightlife, Overall:
was more expensive than at home.
Housing, Travel:
was the same price as at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
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htorvend
University of the Pacific, Stockton, CA, United States
Linguistics, Undergraduate, University Agreement
Overall
I wish I had known...
If you do proper research before studying abroad there should be no surprises!
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
Go! There will be ups and downs, but that's all part of the experience!
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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
Go to Malta in the Spring time when it's really warm and outside water sports are popular!!
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htorvend
University of the Pacific, Stockton, CA, United States
Linguistics, Undergraduate, 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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htorvend
University of the Pacific, Stockton, CA, United States
Linguistics, Undergraduate, University Agreement
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: 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
The city, Sliema is the place to be on weekend nights. There is a strip of bars and clubs where all the students and generally all the younger people on the island hang out. In the small town where the international residence is located be sure to visit a bar called Zmurch. A nice little family owned place, and they serve great free food with any drinks you order! a really nice place to hang out. Also, make sure to visit the two other islands, Gozo and Comino. They're beautiful!!
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htorvend
University of the Pacific, Stockton, CA, United States
Linguistics, Undergraduate, University Agreement
Housing
Type of housing: International Residence Hall (off campus)
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
You can find nice apartments with a view of the sea for cheaper than what I paid in the residence hall.
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Personal comments
I think that it is a good idea to stay in the international residence hall if only staying in Malta for one semester. Although the living spaces are rather dirty and not very well maintained, the social experience with other foreigners and some maltese shouldn't be missed!!
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