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3.98 / 5 based on 322 reviews
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“The most exciting experience in my life!”
Liliya S
United Kingdom, Undergraduate
Business Studies, 2021
OverallThe most exciting experience in my life. I have learnt independence and time management. Studying abroad is such a great opportunity which helps to adapt in many situations.
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Pros
Opportunities, Friends, Jobs, Learning skills
Cons
Homesick
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FRANCESCA P
Student life
Describe host city:
Students equally interact with the local and student community
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Nightlife, Travel, Activities: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
scala - king's cross (nightclub)
moon under water -charing cross road (pub)
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Sandra S
Student life
Describe host city:
Students interact with the local community without much university involvement
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Nightlife: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Activities, Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
London nightlife it is amazing and during the day you have lots of museaums
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rbangy
I.E.S.F., Lisbon, Portugal
Business Studies, Graduate, Master
Expenses
Main source of funding:
Personal savings
Other sources of funding:
Family
Work opportunities:
I didn't explore any work options
Personal spending habits
Basically because London is one of the most expensive cities in the world.
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Overall, Telephone, Food, Housing, Nightlife, Travel:
was more expensive than at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
Personal comments
- Always buy travel cards, monthly or weekly. Still transportation is expensive in London;
- Do not have meals in restaurants, if you are a student;
- Buy your food at the supermarkets;
- Get the supermarket discount cards and vouchers;
- If you can get a part-time job.
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Ryan G
Academic
Course recommendations
The Art History courses give a very good, thorough insight into the works featured at London's Art Museums and historical buildings.
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My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
Personal comments
None; this university caters to the international student in terms of academic freedom and choice in many ways.
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My opinion of the university assessment
Exams throughout the course
Essays and/or projects at the end of course
Essays and/or projects throughout the course
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Henriette L
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
To learn the language was not a reason for choosing London, but to perfectionate my skills and experience the city was main points. The fact that I spoke English before hand made it easier to consentrate on the academic parts of my studying.
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