London was an amazing experience, and I'd do it all again in a heartbeat! Past Review
By A student (Theater Arts, Brandeis University) - abroad from 01/11/2015 to 04/25/2015 with
Boston University: London - London Internship Program
I learned so much from my experience abroad. I got practical experience in my area while taking thought provoking classes from knowledgeable professors. I made many new friends that I hope to keep in touch with, and it was extremely worthwhile.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 2 weeks - 1 month |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
The courses were very interesting, but not overly challenging. I learned a lot in the courses! |
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* Host Country Program Administration
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Housing was great! The Crofton building was extremely social and comfortable, and I always felt safe. I loved the location and the people I was living with. |
| * Food: |
We had to buy our own food - not provided. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
We went out a lot in London, so we got a feel for the local culture, but didn't necessarily integrate. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
Had no experience with anything health care related. |
| * Safety: |
Felt very safe at all times in London, especially in the beautiful South Kensington neighborhood. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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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) |
London is a pretty expensive city. I was able to live pretty cheaply, but with travel and going out on nights/weekends, it can get very expensive very quickly. |
| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | Probably somewhere around $75 |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | I didn't go out most nights, which helped me to save for the things I wanted to do. |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | No |
Other Program Information
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A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | I wish I knew a little bit more about British culture. |
