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3.95 / 5 based on 216 reviews
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lezlie
Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
cheaper and better location
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Personal comments
Both semesters i was placed in apartments in the city center by UCC. great location and got to meet americans, internationals and irish students.
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Melanie A
Languages
Language of instruction: English
Was learning English a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't.
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
There was no language barrier (aside from colloquial expressions and such), so it was not an issue. I did get a chance to learn basic Modern Irish, though, which was fun.
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Leticia P
Languages
Language of instruction: English
Was learning English a key decision factor?
Yes, I wanted to improve my English
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
This is the best way of learning a language
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Gemma K
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, Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Café: An Brog
Not to miss: Cliffs of Moher
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William S
Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
It was a great experience living on my own, and having the responsibilities and freedoms associated with it.
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Personal comments
The housing was good. Never had a problem with anything.
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Melanie A
Expenses
Main source of funding:
Family
Other sources of funding:
Personal savings
Work opportunities:
I worked, but it was illegal/cash in hand work
Personal spending habits
When you are in another country, you want to experience more, and make the most of your time, which means more $$$.
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Nightlife, Food, Overall, Travel:
was more expensive than at home.
Housing, Telephone:
was the same price as at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
Personal comments
Take the bus when you travel! It covers more of the country, and it's pretty cheap with an ISIC card.
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