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Languages
Language of instruction: English
Was learning English a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't.
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
Well, the courses I took were in english, but of course, to survive and get to know local students, one must try to learn some German or Swiss German. However, everyone does speak English.
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Expenses
Main source of funding:
Other
Other sources of funding:
Personal savings
Other
Work opportunities:
I worked during my study abroad experience
Personal spending habits
the cost is overall higher in Switzerland.
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Food, Telephone, Housing, Travel, Overall:
was more expensive than at home.
Nightlife:
was the same price as at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
Personal comments
garbage bags cost a fortune!
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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
One of the best in German speaking Europe
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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
Switzerland is beeeauuuuuutiful. Get out and see the country while you're here. Everything is so close.
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Academic
Course recommendations
The choice ill probably improve over the years as the program becomes more popular.
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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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Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
As an older student, I prefer to live alone.
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Personal comments
The university has a website that is excellent in helping students find housing. I checked out the website and made a few calls. I only checked out a few apartments before I found the one that I really liked.
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Student life
Describe host city:
Students equally interact with the local and student community
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Travel: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Activities, Nightlife: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Can't remember the name, but there is an oriental cafe in town (I think the Marokkaner). It's like being in the Middle East.
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