75 reviews
4.29 / 5 based on 75 reviews
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Judith B
Expenses
Main source of funding:
Personal savings
Other sources of funding:
Family<br>
Personal savings
Work opportunities:
I didn't want/need to work
Personal spending habits
The prices are much cheaper in Portugal than in Ireland.
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Food, Housing, Travel, Telephone, Overall:
was less expensive than at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
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Judith B
Languages
Language of instruction: Portuguese
Was learning Portuguese a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't.
How much did you improve your Portuguese?
My level before: Everyday knowledge (shopping, directions, etc.)
My level after: At ease in most situations
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
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Judith B
Overall
I wish I had known...
In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
If the library is shut, the National Library is very close.
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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
Travel around POrtugal as much as possible. Eat the local produce, it is fantastic. Buy a monthly travel pass for whichever type of transport you use regularly. Also buy a young peoples' travel card, the student ISIC card isn't recognised.
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Judith B
Academic
My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
Personal comments
The library facilities should be more accessible.
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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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Judith B
Student life
Describe host city:
Students equally interact with the local and student community
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Activities, Travel, Nightlife: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
As Docas and Baixa Chiado.
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Judith B
Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: With a family
Why?
I prefer to be independent.
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Personal comments
I didn't see the University accommodation, but I was very happy with mine.
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