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4.07 / 5 based on 264 reviews
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Raul A
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
Not only the language is learnt, but also irish and british culture, folklore and traditions.
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Tinika D
Expenses
Main source of funding:
Family
Other sources of funding:
An ERASMUS grant
Work opportunities:
I worked during my study abroad experience
Personal spending habits
Everything was more expensive - food, drinks, entrance fees for night-clubs so there wasn't much choice - either you pay and have fun or stay at home.
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Food, Overall, Nightlife, Telephone, Housing:
was more expensive than at home.
Travel:
was the same price as at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
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caroline M
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
I made a lot of improvments especially in my understanding. But my accent is still the same!
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George T
SUNY Oneonta, Oneonta, United States
History, Undergraduate, University Agreement
Expenses
Main source of funding:
Family
Other sources of funding:
none
Work opportunities:
I didn't want/need to work
Personal spending habits
Despit the fact that the dollar was stronger than the euro at the time, the cost of living in Ireland is higher (one of the highest in the world).
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Nightlife, Overall, Food, Telephone, Travel:
was more expensive than at home.
Housing:
was the same price as at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
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Géraldine G
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
The Scolars on the campus is great, and my favorite pub in the city is the Nancy Blakes...
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Hongyi X
Overall
I wish I had known...
In my opinion:
Stay home.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
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
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