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Student life
Describe host city:
Students equally interact with the local and student community
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Activities: Takes place mostly within the university/student environment
Travel: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Nightlife: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Best Indian Food: Les Nuits Indiennes.
Fun exercise/swimming pool: Le Buisson Rond.
Lots of hiking spots!
Chambery is close to Italy and Switzerland. Bakeries are everywhere - all of which are the best :)
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Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
It was a combination of privacy and socializing. I had a roomate, but my own bedroom. I met a lot people in the building and someone was always looking for a friend to talk with or take a wal with.
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Personal comments
It was great. It was very close to downtown and a nice scenic route to the university. Everything was in proximity - all could be done on foot! I had a view of the Alpes from the window!
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Expenses
Main source of funding:
Personal savings
Other sources of funding:
Personal savings
Government assistance
Work opportunities:
I worked during my study abroad experience
Personal spending habits
Exchange Rate...
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Food, Telephone, Housing, Nightlife, Travel, Overall:
was more expensive than at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
Personal comments
Make a plan. I didn't...and it backfired. Try to get a little job - it can help. However, if you can't - you are subsidized by the government.
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Academic
Course recommendations
Let your instructor know that you are an international student. They may want your advice on some things and also it is a nice way to meet local students. They may want to exchange language lessons. Be careful of the 100% exams...seems good but when it's time to study - it can be a lot. Be systematic :)
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My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
Personal comments
More interaction with instructors!
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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...
You don't get bed covers, pillows, kitchen utensils! Ease up on the clothes and bring more essential things! On the other hand, you will have a roommate most likely, so costs can be divided!
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
Savoie University is amazing. Teachers (except for 1) were helpful and kind. Students took an interest in me and cared for my success. It's in a great location. Who else can see the Alpes from their campus!?
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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
This exchange experience changed my life. At first it was the hardest change I had ever made - and at the end, I didn't want to leave. I did not want to leave a country where travel is so easy and beautiful, and the people are warm and funny :)
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Languages
Language of instruction: French
Was learning French a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't.
How much did you improve your French?
My level before: Everyday knowledge (shopping, directions, etc.)
My level after: At ease in most situations
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
You are forced to speak the local language so it is a wonderful learning experience. Most people can tell if you are a foreigner, but they are also forgiving and understanding.
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