University of California, Berkeley (UC BERKELEY)

learning to communicate in English opened a new world to me!I had the chance to challenge myself, to open my mind, to meet different cultures from mine. Afterwards this experience allowed me to get many opportunities I couldn't have even thought of before!

Do not miss the opportunity to rent a car and go for an on the road California tour! Remember that if you are less than 25 the car insurance is more expensive. Since being an International student makes it very easy to meet other International people and not that much to get along with Americans whose company helps very much to improve one's communication skills. I suggest to look for some campus activities where it is easier to meet Americans. For ex. I went hiking in Yosemite National Park with the CAL Adventure, it was great! Check it out!

When you register for these courses, a proficiency level in English is required, so when I got there I was able to communicate and understand the professors easily. However, my English definetely improved in Oral skills and Listening Comprehension. I was able to use slang and phrasal verbs myself and not so many proper "Oxford-english" words. Besides, and due to my choice of attending a long course, my writting also got more agile, to the point that even back in the evening in my apartment, I jotted down the shopping list in English instead of in my mother tongue!! How about that? ha ha

When you register for these courses, a proficiency level in English is required, so when I got there I was able to communicate and follow the professors easily. However, my English definetely improved in Oral skills and Listening Comprehension. I was able to use slang and phrasal verbs myself and not so many proper "Oxford-english" words. Besides, and due to my choice of attending a long course, my writting also got more agile, to the point that even back in the evening in my appartment, I would jot down the shopping-list in English instead of in my mother tongue!! How about that? ha ha