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Kristy W
Languages
Language of instruction: Italian
Was learning Italian a key decision factor?
Yes, I wanted to improve my Italian
How much did you improve your Italian?
My level before: Basic phrases
My level after: No problems in any areas (including slang)
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
Generally a good idea to pick up basic knowledge of the language you will be instructed in, however, you learn very quickly when there is a need to and the daily reinforcement of hearing the language spoken is a great help.
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Expenses
Main source of funding:
Family
Other sources of funding:
Personal savings
Work opportunities:
I worked during my study abroad experience
Personal spending habits
The cost of living is so high in Milano
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Housing, Telephone, Nightlife, Travel, Overall:
was more expensive than at home.
Food:
was the same price as at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
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Academic
Course recommendations
Make sure you are given all the published course guides before selecting courses. More flexible than Canadian schools because you don't actually register in the course until exam time
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My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
Personal comments
Ensure that you introduce yourself to your professors, it will help you.
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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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Overall
I wish I had known...
How to cope with returing back home!
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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
Excellent reputation within Italy, however because it is a private, Catholic school, politically it may not be for everyone.
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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
If you're thinking about going, now is the time to do it!
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Student life
Describe host city:
Students interact with the local community without much university involvement
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Nightlife: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Activities, Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Close to the school, Bar Magenta is not to be missed, many places nearby to suit all tastes.
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Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
More independent lifestyle
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Personal comments
I did not stay at the university residences as that was not an option.
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