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vivianly
Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: With some friends
Why?
Because it's incredible to feel your friend's love, if you have the chance to.
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Personal comments
It was great because I had the chance to meet amazing people with whom I still have contact.
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gordonsugar
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: At ease in most situations
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
In Glasgow's social life, there is a terrible dialect, but it sounds nice.
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Serena C
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: No problems in any areas (including slang)
My level after: No problems in any areas (including slang)
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
I'd say i was really happy for such an experience, i mean, i already knew English very well, but i finally could get to know the Scottish accent, which was really great!
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anonymous
Student life
Describe host city:
Student life dominates the city
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Activities: Takes place mostly within the university/student environment
Nightlife, Travel: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Just a couple of places: the School of Art union, the State pub, the Flare... and many others. I didn't expected that I could miss a city like Glasgow som much.
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anthonyh
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
Travel, Nightlife: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Plenty of clubs along Sauchiehall St, catering for the large student population. Byres Rd is also quite cool with cafes and shops, in the West End near campus.
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anthonyh
Languages
Language of instruction: English
Was learning English a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't.
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
English is my first language, however the Glaswegian accent can be overwhelming at times. Fortunately, it was quite subdued among lecturers and other students.
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