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University of Kent at Canterbury (UKC)

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Han W
Hefei Union University, Hefei, China
Business Studies, Graduate, Independent
Academic
Course recommendations
In regards to quality of courses, the course notes could have been more specific in where to get studying materials. Interaction with teachers are not as good as it could have been, since through my own experience, I could see that a lot of students spend more time trying to jot down notes than to understand what the lecturer is trying to teach. It would have been better if the required notes are already given so that students do not have to write anything down, where students could just listen to the lecture, which is not a word-by-word repetition of the notes, but a complementary way of understanding the notes fully. Most international students are very out-going and willing to interact, unfortunately most local students do seem to have an arrogance and aloofness when talking to us international students and, at times, not so friendly.
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My academic experiences
Quality of courses
Variety of courses
Access to resources
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
Personal comments
When doing team-work assignments, it is difficult to get all the teammates to act responsibly and willing to work hard. At times, there are certain teammates that would neglect to work hard, or sometimes not work at all. I believe sometimes teachers should monitor the progress of the group, not only as a team, but of each individual, to make sure everyone is cooperative and willing to contribute a certain amount of effort and time.
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My opinion of the university assessment
Exams at end of course
Exams throughout the course
Essays and/or projects at the end of course
Essays and/or projects throughout the course
Overall
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Han W
Hefei Union University, Hefei, China
Business Studies, Graduate, Independent
Overall
I wish I had known...
Adequate research was done before I went to this University, so I am satisfied and do not have further comments regarding this question.
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In my opinion:
I loved it but I'm not sure everybody would.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Academic reasons
3
Culture
3
Costs
1
Activities
2
Campus life
4
Party / people
3
Weather / location
3
Personal recommendation
It is very difficult to get into MBA or any other Master degree provided by Kent Business School. But it is worthwhile to try apply. If you are lucky enough to get into these courses under Kent Business School, you will not regret, because it has some of the best teachers in the UK teaching here at Kent Business School. I am not boasting about this, see if for yourself by visiting the Kent Business School website's staff list.
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During my experience abroad, I ...
(1) Never – (4) A lot
Became familiar with another culture
4
Traveled
3
Improved language skills
4
Met people from other countries
4
Became more independent
3
Partied a lot
3
Experienced a change in life
3
Advanced my studies & career
2
Final comments
If you are to come to Kent Business School to study Master, be prepared to study really hard. Do not procrastinate. There is not much time to go on holiday. Be organised and self-disciplined.
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andreaUK
Leeds Metropolitan University, Leeds, United Kingdom
Linguistics, Undergraduate, Erasmus
Housing
Type of housing: On campus
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: On campus
Why?
My accomodation was located in a student village, 10 mins from main campus, lots of opportunity to join social and academic life
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Personal assessment
Cost
Facilities
Location
Cleanliness
Space
Personal comments
There are new and old houses in Parkwood at UKC. The old houses need renovation and are too expensive for what they can offer. Disciplinary problems are very common. Unfortunately the university states to follow strict rules such as keeping noise levels down, etc but commonly does not take measures against students who offend those rules when those students pay overseas fees, that is when they bring in a lot of money. I personally do not think that this is appropriate in cases where housemates are being threatened by such students. My marks for my accomodation are relatively high despite this because I was able to change my accomodation after the first six weeks.
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SilvanaGliga
Universitatea din Bucuresti, Bucharest, Romania
International Relations, Masters, Scholarship award
Overall
I wish I had known...
The choice of courses over the academic year and a minimal bibliography for those. Travelling tips.
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Academic reasons
4
Culture
3
Costs
2
Activities
3
Campus life
3
Party / people
4
Weather / location
1
Personal recommendation
It's a very good place for studying international relations, teachers are well prepared, helpful and with good reputation. Good social clubs. University a little isolated as it is outside the city of Canterbury.
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During my experience abroad, I ...
(1) Never – (4) A lot
Became familiar with another culture
4
Traveled
2
Improved language skills
4
Met people from other countries
4
Became more independent
3
Partied a lot
3
Experienced a change in life
4
Advanced my studies & career
4
Final comments
The sports clubs are excellent and more than just sport gatherings. I was a member of the Mountaneering club and even if I'm not a sports freak I enjoyed very much meeting people from many countries within this club. Especially because the University location is quite isolated, these clubs are very important in terms of social life.
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christinowski
Ludwig Maximilians Universität München, Munich, Germany
Humanities, Undergraduate, University Agreement
Overall
I wish I had known...
no, I found out everything all right there
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In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Academic reasons
3
Culture
4
Costs
1
Activities
3
Campus life
4
Party / people
4
Weather / location
4
Personal recommendation
a very international university,so ideal for you if you'd like to meet lots of students from differnt countries
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During my experience abroad, I ...
(1) Never – (4) A lot
Became familiar with another culture
4
Traveled
3
Improved language skills
3
Met people from other countries
4
Became more independent
3
Partied a lot
4
Experienced a change in life
3
Advanced my studies & career
3
Final comments
if you're musical, The university of Kent is perfect for you. The choir, conducted by Sue is great fun - I still miss it a lot!... If you're catholic or Christian or just looking for a lovely group of people or for brilliant week-end trips, step into St.John Stone House where the Chtholic Society meets. Mass on Sunday is followed by a Pot Luck Lunch in St. John Stone House; a unique opportunity to have a relaxed Sunday luchtime and afternoon.
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sddads
Universidade Técnica de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal
International Relations, Graduate, I am paying my own fees
Housing
Type of housing: On campus
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: On campus
Why?
This was the first time I lived on campus and it was a very nice experience by the chances it gives to know people, be close to the library, computers, teachers, etc.
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Personal assessment
Cost
Facilities
Location
Cleanliness
Space
Personal comments
The campus is set in a very nice environment and my room was big enough (unfortunately not like some other rooms on campus). On the less positive side I have to point out the fact that in the area of the campus i am living in there is not a of a place to peacefully watch TV, chat with friends or receive visitors: social life has to take place in the kitchen. Other less positive details include the little efficiency of the cleaning ladies and the size of the fridge/freezer, very obviously too little for 5 people.
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