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Flavia P
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Law, Undergraduate, Independent
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
My favorite place in Colchester would have to be the Art Cafe in Culver Square in town centre. They have delicious cakes and a variety of teas and coffees plus you ge to see nice paintings around you.
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Flavia P
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Law, Undergraduate, Independent
Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
I like living outside university. It gives me a chance to engage myself in my local community and become more aware of the local culture.
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Personal comments
The university offers a broad range of student accommodation, from shared facilities to family apartments, all at a very reasonable price and value for money.
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Flavia P
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Law, Undergraduate, Independent
Expenses
Main source of funding:
Family
Other sources of funding:
Personal savings
Work opportunities:
I worked during my study abroad experience
Personal spending habits
It was my choice to live outside university so travelling costs add up more than back at home.
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Travel, Overall:
was more expensive than at home.
Food, Telephone, Housing, Nightlife:
was the same price as at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
Personal comments
1. there are always offers. from food to clothing you can find some, so I guess a way of saving money is to be aware of what shop has offers.
2. get a student discount card (NUS), you will save up to 20 % on selected shops.
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Flavia P
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Law, Undergraduate, Independent
Overall
I wish I had known...
the fact that during the summer the highest temperature is about 25 degree C, so quite cold.
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
Pack warm clothes and don't be afraid to try new things.
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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
The university has a very helpful community and very diverse. You will have oppotunities to try new sports and start new projects. I found it very easy to commute, Colchester is located an hour away from London by train and much closer to other town.
I personally really enjoy the nice green environment and the country side walks.
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Flavia P
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Law, Undergraduate, Independent
Academic
My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
Personal comments
I guess I would have liked more shared projects and opportunities to collaborate with my colleagues.
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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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Flavia P
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Law, Undergraduate, Independent
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: Everyday knowledge (shopping, directions, etc.)
My level after: No problems in any areas (including slang)
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
I was very pleased with the opportunities and support available at the university to improve my academic language skills. During my first year I enrolled myself in language classes which were free of charge and not assessed. People were very helpful and understanding.
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