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3.88 / 5 based on 105 reviews

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anonymous
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: At ease in most situations
My level after: No problems in any areas (including slang)
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
I WAS HELPED THROUGH ALL THE ACAMEDIC BOUREAUCRACY AT THE BEGINNING BUT I SOON TOOK FULL CONTROL ON MY UNIVERSITY AND EVERYDAY LIFE.
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Flavia M
PUC-MG, Belo Horizonte, Brazil
Architecture, Graduate, Independent
Expenses
Main source of funding:
Personal savings
Other sources of funding:
Family
Work opportunities:
I worked during my study abroad experience
Personal spending habits
Because Sydney is the most expensive city in Australia
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Telephone, Housing, Travel, Food, Overall, Nightlife:
was more expensive than at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
Personal comments
If you work, remember to lodge your tax return and take your Superannuation money in the end.
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poonnarak
Overall
I wish I had known...
In my opinion:
I loved it but I'm not sure everybody would.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
Always ask questions
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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
Final comments
Be aware and careful.
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Samantha U
Swarthmore College, Swarthmore, PA, United States
Economics, Undergraduate, University Agreement
Expenses
Main source of funding:
Personal savings
Other sources of funding:
Family
Work opportunities:
I didn't explore any work options
Personal spending habits
I was in a new place
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Overall, Nightlife, Travel, Food:
was more expensive than at home.
Telephone, Housing:
was less expensive than at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items

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jerushaburgess
Student life
Describe host city:
Students equally interact with the local and student community
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Activities, Nightlife, Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
There are so many fun places to go in Sydney. I recommend eating Thai food as it´s cheap and good there.
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chilli
Student life
Describe host city:
Students equally interact with the local and student community
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Travel, Nightlife: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Activities: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Newtown,very close to campus full of cool cafes and restaurants,another cool place BONDI good night life
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