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CAPA International Education: London Study or Intern Abroad
Program Information
Experience one of the world’s great cities—a bustling metropolis where history and culture surround you. Students will analyze and explore London through coursework, internships, service learning, and cultural activities. These integrated elements give participants an opportunity to understand and experience ... More
| Provider: | CAPA International Education |
| Location(s): | London, The United Kingdom |
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| Website | Take me there! |
Review By:
Alaina A. (English/Communication, UMass - Amherst) on March 02, 2011
Overall Rating
Personal Information
| * Start Date: | 2010-09-01 |
| * End Date: | 2010-12-11 |
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | None |
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
It was the perfect workload for someone also doing the internship aspect of the program. I was never stressed or overwhelmed. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
There were all strengths. Capa is a great program, I loved being able to also have an internship and not just be in classes. I feel I got a better experience from doing both. And everyone who works for the program is very helpful and did the most they could to get everyone really emerged in our new atmosphere. |
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The tube was a life-saver, as were night buses. I bought my own pillow because the one provided was uncomfortable. But kitchenware was included. I also had to buy my own groceries, but with a stipend given to my by CAPA. |
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It was England, it's not known for its food... |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Everything about London was amazing. I miss it every day. The nightlife is incredible, the sights are incredible, the people are incredible. I've gained so much valuable life experience from studying abroad. |
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* Health Care:
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There were bomb threats, which was cool. But I never felt unsafe. |
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* Home Institution Advising:
How well did UMass - Amherst prepare and support you for your time abroad? |
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Finances
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* Money: How easily were you able to live on a student's budget?
(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost) |
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A Look Back
| * If you could do it all over again, would you choose the same program? | Yes |
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Absolutely study abroad. No matter where you go, study abroad. I absolutely would recommend CAPA London. I have never had a better time in my life, I am depressed I couldn't have stayed longer. |
| * What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile? | Absolutely. |
Individual Course Reviews
| Course Name/Rating: |
British Pop Culture after the Second World War |
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| Instructor: | Mo Dodson |
| Instruction Language: | English |
| Comments: | This was the best course. I loved it. We went on many interesting field trips all around London, watched many interesting films and honestly just learned a lot from Mo. I highly recommend it. |
| Credit Transfer Issues: | Yes, I also received credit for my communication major. |
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20th Century British Writers |
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| Instructor: | McConnelly |
| Instruction Language: | English |
| Comments: | It was a very good course - we would read a book a week, discuss it and then watch the film version if applicable. We also took many field trips, and learning by experiencing the place is the best kind. Plus, I loved the instructor. |
| Credit Transfer Issues: | Yes, I did receive transfer credits for my English major. Definitely take courses for your major if the credits are going to transfer. |
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Learning Through Internships |
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| Instructor: | Anthony Gristwood |
| Instruction Language: | English |
| Comments: | It was pretty dull, but required to get credits for my internship. Definitely my least favorite of my classes. |
| Credit Transfer Issues: | Yes. |