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4.17 / 5 based on 101 reviews
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Bethlehem G
Academic
Course recommendations
Stranieri is a great school, but some of there computer programs and labs are a bit archaic and not always available to students. There is no syllabus "programma" for the courses, so for those who like to gauge the material that they will be covering in the course, you can't.
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My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
Personal comments
Conversation courses are extremely lacking, which is why its important to either live with an Italian, or put up an ad offering to practice english in exchange for Italian lessons.
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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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Bethlehem G
Languages
Language of instruction: Italian
Was learning Italian a key decision factor?
Yes, I wanted to improve my Italian
How much did you improve your Italian?
My level before: Everyday knowledge (shopping, directions, etc.)
My level after: At ease in most situations
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
Again, I would have to say that in three months time, you definitely cover a good two semesters of Italian. The best thing is to expose yourself to the language before studying abroad (sit-in on an elementary class), which is what I did. I noticed an immense improvement in my understanding and speaking comfort that I did not have while taking Italian courses at my home university. You really start to THINK in Italian, thats the difference.
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Bethlehem G
Student life
Describe host city:
Students equally interact with the local and student community
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Activities: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Travel, Nightlife: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
The big bar for students was "Merlins" located in centro. Club spots are "Domus"(open all year round), and "Velvet" (open during the spring-summer). The hang-out area is on the steps in centro. Definitely take the train to Lake Trasimeno, which can be done quite easily, along with the town of Assisi. There is also a great restaurant near the university called "Torta al Testo". I could go on and on about Perugia, LOVED IT!
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yvette s
Overall
I wish I had known...
In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
Very well organized and top notch foreign university.
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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
I would say the Universita per stranieri is a very good experience, not only for language but for meeting new people, because everyone is in the same boat as you are;looking to meet new people and learn about italian life. I also studied after the stranieri at The Umbra Institute which is a private university in Perugia. I would comment on their friendliness and helpfullness there, however the school is not particularly recommendable.
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“Buona opportunità per chi ama discipline umanistiche”
Ilaria C
Italy, Graduate
, 2013
Overall
Corsi buoni ma poco pratici. Materie in comune tra più di un professore. Manca corso di antropologia. (2013)
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Pros
Studi approfonditi su varie discipline
Cons
Connessione con mondo del lavoro
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Malinda C
Overall
I wish I had known...
Pack light other wise you'll be dragging heavy suitcases all over Europe (at least if you plan to travel outside of your host country). Bring an outlet and power converter if you bring anything electronic. Expect a lot of walking and alot of stairs, i.e. comfy shoes are a plus.
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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
I recommend this University to anyone interested in foreign language/culture. You not only learn about the local culture, but interact with students from all over the world with different perspectives and in the end your own view of the world will most likely change.
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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
Don't fly Ryan Air!
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