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4.09 / 5 based on 77 reviews
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xytse13
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
communication with teachers and other exchange students is really great. Local students are rather shy. So just don't give up because they're really great when you crack their shell.
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Gabriele F
Overall
I wish I had known...
registerd for some postgradutate courses
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
the culture is quite different, so come open-minded and enjoy the difference studying at HKUST is a blast!!!
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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
Save enough money to explore Asia, it is such a great place! Be prepared to be busy - there are just to many things to do here!!!
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stephan r
Housing
Type of housing: On campus
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: On campus
Why?
That is where life takes place. The campus is more than big enough to accomodate everyone. Outside living just bears potential for unnecessary complications.
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huntas
Academic
Course recommendations
The courses are very different from typical American courses....but the whole study abroad experience more than compensates for any deficiencies.
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fodai
Academic
Course recommendations
The Computer Science and Electrical Engineering Department are pretty good. The Business School ranks among the top 50 in the world.
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WANG V
Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
Biotechnology, Graduate, Research Assistant
Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
sharing an apartment with others out of campus is much cheaper and convenient
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Personal comments
just so so and a little bit expensive
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