Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

My learn Chinese program at BLCU Past Review

By (Monash University) - abroad from 09/02/2016 to 12/31/2016 with

Go Abroad China : Internship in China Program

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
My learn Chinese program at BLCU with Go Abroad China was a fantastic experience and my Chinese speaking skills and my understanding of the culture improved tremendously!

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 2 weeks - 1 month

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

My learn Chinese program at BLCU with Go Abroad China was a fantastic experience and my Chinese speaking skills and my understanding of the culture improved tremendously!

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

I was living with a Chinese family just outside of Central Beijing. The home and family were very nice. The apartment was spacious, air conditioned, and I was given my own room and bathroom. I learnt a lot of local Chinese culture from them. If I return to Beijing, Go Abroad China would definitely be my top choice again. I highly recommend it.

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

I could get help at any time of day or night. The GAC staff helped me through a visa problem, took me to the hospital when I got sick and stayed with me the entire time, put me in contact with a number of GAC participants, and generally went out of their way to ensure my well-being. The program assistants are extremely knowledgeable about Western culture and higher education and has traveled abroad extensively.

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? Yes

Finances

* 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)

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? Yes
How much did the program encourage you to use the language?

0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language

How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? Beginner
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? Intermediate
How many hours per day did you use the language?
Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? Find more language parters and get involve in the local culture

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Host Family
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Host Family
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • International Students
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with?

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • The local food
  • Chinese culture
* What could be improved?
  • The pick up time will be better if more flexible
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I should do more rescearch for the Chinese cultrue and will not get culture shock

Reasons For Studying Abroad

To help future students find programs attended by like-minded individuals, please choose the profile that most closely represents you.
The Academic or Linguist
You went abroad with specific academic goals in mind; the program credentials and rigor of your coursework abroad were very important to you. You had a great time abroad, but never lost sight of your studies and (if applicable) were diligent with your foreign language study. Good for you!