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4.01 / 5 based on 77 reviews

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Silvia G
Overall
I wish I had known...
One of my friends have been an Erasmus student there before so I fortunately knew the University life.
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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
It could be a good idea open the food facilities until later.
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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
Bring warm clothes.
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anonymous
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: At ease in most situations
My level after: No problems in any areas (including slang)
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
I was proficient in English to begin with, so had no real difficulties. The only thing that was sometimes difficult was understanding the Scottish accents, which with some people are quite thick.
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Madeleen
Student life
Describe host city:
Student life dominates the city
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Activities: Takes place mostly within the university/student environment
Nightlife, Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
The nice places for going out were on campus as well as in the city. It is a must to travel around Scotland as it is a beautiful country! The traditional scottisch dance events are brilliant.
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Navia U
Housing
Type of housing: On campus
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: On campus
Why?
Because you don't have to travel to go to class.
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Madeleen
Academic
Course recommendations
In comparison with my courses at my home uni, the courses were pretty intensive. I had to do lots of presentations, essays and groupwork.
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My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
My opinion of the university assessment
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Madeleen
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
The Scottish accent is really hard to understand at first. After a while you get used to it. My english improved a lot.
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