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London: Eye Opening
Direct Enrollment: London - University of London, School of Oriental and African Studies
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SOAS is unique: It is the only university in Europe specialising in the study of Africa, Asia and the Middle East. It has grown to become one of the world’s leading institutions with an enviable reputation. SOAS is an exceptionally cosmopolitan and vibrant university based in the heart of London. With more t... More
| Provider: | Direct Enrollment |
| Location(s): | London, The United Kingdom |
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| Website | N/A |
Review By:
Merene B. (International Relations/Political Science and Africana Studies, Wellesley College) on February 02, 2011
Overall Rating
Personal Information
| * Start Date: | 2010-09-24 |
| * End Date: | 2010-12-17 |
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 2 weeks - 1 month |
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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | about 50 pounds |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | You should keep a well planned list of groceries to buy each week and track your spending regularly. |
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| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
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A Look Back
| * If you could do it all over again, would you choose the same program? | No |
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | A student most interested in Asian or African politics and economics should consider studying at SOAS. However in London one has to make great effort to have a social life as campus life is vastly different from the strong communities we have here in the US. |
| * What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile? | Yes. |