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Overall
I wish I had known...
No, in my case all surprises and all that was unknown to me turned out to be a good experience.
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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 advantage of all the help that the teachers can provide, they are very friendly and helpfull.
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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
Buy train ticket on line and in advance, it cost almost 50% cheaper.
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Academic
Course recommendations
Be sure that the courses you select are available in the year that you are going to attend the University, sometimes a teacher can only advise the University when the school year has already begun.
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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: At ease in most situations
My level after: At ease in most situations
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
I had a very good communication experience at Manchester, not only from the lectures and locals but as well with other foreign cllegues that would help in different situations.
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Expenses
Main source of funding:
Family
Other sources of funding:
Family
Work opportunities:
I worked during my study abroad experience
Personal spending habits
I sent much more in the host country than at home. the level of live is much higher.
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Food, Telephone, Housing, Nightlife, Travel, Overall:
was more expensive than at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items

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Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Independently - I had no other choice
If returning, I would choose: On campus
Why?
Firstly, it would be cheaper, secondly I believe that close interaction with other students is positive for academic results.
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Student life
Describe host city:
Student life dominates the city
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Nightlife: Takes place mostly within the university/student environment
Activities: 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
TigerTiger and Babuska; Lawry Museum, go to a Man. United Match!
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