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4.14 / 5 based on 20 reviews
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Kerstin B
Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Independently - I had no other choice
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
I usually join or arrange flat/house shares since I enjoy living with several people. It's more rewarding than being alone.
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Personal comments
They do offer very limited help, but there are other facilities to turn to. Still, own initiative is essential in order to find something!!!
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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
Nightlife: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Usually house parties with following going out to other organised private parties. WICKED!!! Get mingeling!
Besides this, Budha Bar to be recommended, though a bit costly.
For a nice drink out after uni: Bistro Bourdelle a definate must!!!
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Overall
I wish I had known...
Not really. Was quite well informed.
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
Don't rely on others!!! Do your own thing & people will join!
Be outgoing & communicative & don't wait unnecessary long until others approach you.
Most professors/lecturers/teacher are approachable if there is any problem.
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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
Try & make contacts with others who have been there or are still there!!!
Ask your your course organiser or anyone if he/she has any contacts you could approach!
Find other students!!!
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Kerstin B
Academic
Course recommendations
Be careful what you are taking & read all given information regarding course structure & content or you might be highly disappointed!!!
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My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
Personal comments
Am not very creative at the emoment, sorry.
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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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Kerstin B
Languages
Language of instruction: French
Was learning French a key decision factor?
Yes, I wanted to improve my French
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
Don't mingle too much with international students if you really want to learn the language. Also, if you want a shared accommodation, move in with native speakers if possible so you are forced to learn the language!!!
Be outgoing, but cautious of cultural diversity/differences.
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Expenses
Main source of funding:
An ERASMUS grant
Other sources of funding:
Family<br>
Personal savings<br>
An ERASMUS grant
Work opportunities:
I didn't explore any work options
Personal spending habits
Differences in prices
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Telephone, Nightlife, Housing:
was more expensive than at home.
Overall, Travel:
was the same price as at home.
Food:
was less expensive than at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
Personal comments
Don't live on your own!!!
If you intend to go out with friends, meet up at someone's place for a "warm up" since going out (esp. drinking!) is quite expensive!!!
Don't take the best of the best unless you can affort it. Rather go for local brands or supermarkets own. The usual really.
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