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4.52 / 5 based on 14 reviews
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anonymous
Bowdoin, Brunswick, United States
Economics, Undergraduate, IES
Overall
I wish I had known...
I wanted to be surprised and I was. There was nothing shocking, but everything was relatively new to me.
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
I think they are well organized and already do a great job. They need to expand the computer lab because there are too many kids in the program.
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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
Using low cost airfares is a great way to get around, and learning the metro system is essential but easy7.
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anonymous
Bowdoin, Brunswick, United States
Economics, Undergraduate, IES
Academic
Course recommendations
The Spanish language courses have the most dynamic teachers and most interested material. Taking architecture is in my opinion mandatory because there is so much within walking distance to see and learn about that can't be found anywhere else in the world. Modernisn in Architecture in Design was one of my favorites.
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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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Essays and/or projects at the end of course
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anonymous
Bowdoin, Brunswick, United States
Economics, Undergraduate, IES
Languages
Language of instruction: Spanish
Was learning Spanish a key decision factor?
Yes, I wanted to improve my Spanish
How much did you improve your Spanish?
My level before: Everyday knowledge (shopping, directions, etc.)
My level after: At ease in most situations
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
This was my favorite aspect. Being able to communicate in Spanish was the most exhilarating experience. I felt I truly accomplished something outside of my courses. I learned so much in such a short period of time simply by walking around the city I will be able to use it for the rest of my life.
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anonymous
Bowdoin, Brunswick, United States
Economics, Undergraduate, IES
Expenses
Main source of funding:
Family
Other sources of funding:
none
Work opportunities:
It was not legal for me to work
Personal spending habits
Everything is more expensive in Spain, and I do not spend money on travel and nightlife at home because there are fewer opportunities.
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Nightlife, Telephone, Housing, Overall, Food, Travel:
was more expensive than at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
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anonymous
Bowdoin, Brunswick, United States
Economics, Undergraduate, IES
Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
I had the freedom to explore the city because of location and the independence that comes with living in an apartment. I loved the apartment I had, and felt very at home there. I also enjoyed making friends with the other inhabitants of the apartment building.
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Personal comments
There are many options for housing including homestays, dorms, and apartments. The dorms are not preferred and are extremely small and filled mainly with American students which decreases opportunities for immersing yourself in the culture. The other two options are non-limiting.
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anonymous
Bowdoin, Brunswick, United States
Economics, Undergraduate, IES
Student life
Describe host city:
Students interact with the local community without much university involvement
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Activities, Nightlife, Travel: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Anywhere along the beach is fabulous and Carpe Diem is definitely a hot spot for students abroad. Oveja Negra is a catch-all bar for travellers, and Monjuic is my favorite place to go running. Bar Galicia right up the corner is my favorite bar, the people who work there are friendly neighbors and since its a block away it is our local spot. Discoteque is the best club located on Monjuic.
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