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3.94 / 5 based on 88 reviews
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Narmin J
Academic
Course recommendations
I would reccomend looking into the structure of coureses before deciding on a Masters program. For the MSc Development Studies program course work counted for only 20% of the total grade.
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My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
Personal comments
There is too much pressure put on students that have to write 80% or 100% exam finals. There needs to be a compulsory course offered on how to relieve exam stress/anxiety and on how to study for these exams.
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My opinion of the university assessment
Exams throughout the course
Essays and/or projects at the end of course
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lucette d
Overall
I wish I had known...
no, not really
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
it has a very international atmosphere and highly qualified staff
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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
it is worth finding out beforehand if the courses you wish to take are on offer, as some tutors might be on leave when you are here
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Narmin J
Housing
Type of housing: hostel
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
Now that I'm not a student I would like to live in an apartment or a house because it would give me more privacy.
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Personal comments
I never lived in housing provided by SOAS. But I had friends that did. They said the housing was good and it was close to the univeristy but the area (Kings Cross) wasn't very safe.
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Narmin J
Student life
Describe host city:
Students interact with the local community without much university involvement
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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
Pret e Manger was a great little cafe. I would highly reccomend going to see various plays in London. Theater is absolutely fantastic and the quality of acting is incredible. I would also reccomend going to the Tower of London. Make sure you go on the tour! The tour guides are very good.
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chris_churet
Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: sharing with other university students
Why?
After the first year of undergraduate studies, during which most students experience 'Halls of Residence', many look to move into flats with the people they've met in their first year. This is without a doubt one of the best ways of dealing with accomodation for the remaining two years.
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anonymous
Overall
I wish I had known...
The class system in Britain is still very much in evidence.
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In my opinion:
Stay home.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
If you have specific research interests to carry out at this institution, you will find it to be an enriching experience. However, their MA programmes are not exemplary and I believe that, in general, they should be revised.
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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 library at SOAS is wonderful. Some of the academic staff are wonderful. However, unless you have a scholarship you will have to pay dearly for what is often a mediocre academic experience. This school accepts many overseas students for year long courses, because of the tuition they will bring in. In fact, this is stated very clearly on the acceptence letter! You may in some situations, find yourself just barely tolerated. Regardless, SOAS has much to offer as long as you are very clear as to your specific goals.
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