Australia: Home Away From Home Past Review
By Leah-Marie B (History And Political Science, Villanova University) for
Boston University: Sydney - Sydney Internship Program
Yes, it was a great experience and definitely changed my views and plans. I would recommend studying abroad to everyone.
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
The workload wasn't too heavy and the grading system was pretty lenient. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
I wasn't fully immersed in the culture because I was with other American students. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
The apartment is in a great location and is close to malls, parks, grocery stores, and bars. Sheets, towels, and kitchen supplies were provided. |
| * Food: |
Food is a little bit more expensive than in America, but Paddy's Market had great deals. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Melbourone trip was amazing. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
Cars are crazy in Australia and bedside manner is a little lacking in hospitals. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
No
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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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Other Program Information
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* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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A Look Back
| * What did you like most about the program? |
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| * What could be improved? |
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