This Program Was Amazing! Past Review

By (Public Health., Simmons College) - abroad from 01/08/2014 to 04/19/2014 with

IES Abroad: London - Study London

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
The Health Practice and Policy program through IES Abroad in London was such an amazing opportunity. The courses that I took were relevant to my major and I gained some important skills while studying abroad. Not only did I learn from the academics during the semester, I also learned so much while experiencing the culture in London. The faculty and staff at IES Abroad London are extremely welcoming and helpful. Whether you had an issue with a course or a question about getting around the city, they were always happy to take the time and talk with you. I was able to experience so many new things through this program including: taking a course at Oxford University, doing a service learning placement at a homeless shelter in South London, and making friends from all over the world. The field trips and group outings offered to students were both engaging and fun, they helped give us students an understanding of the local culture. I do not think it is an overstatement to say that studying in London changed my outlook, and I would definitely recommend this program to any health studies majors interested in learning about international health systems and policies.

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Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? None

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

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(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? No

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* Where did you live?

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  • Dorm
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Americans

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Fun
  • New & Exciting
* What could be improved?
  • Nothing, it was great
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I only wish that I had packed lighter, I definitely brought too many clothes!

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The Outright Urbanite
A social butterfly, you're happiest in bustling cities with hip people, and took advantage of all it had to offer. You enjoyed the nightlife, and had fun going out dancing, and socializing with friends. Fun-loving and dressed to the nines, you enjoyed discovering new restaurants, shops, cafes, and bars in your host country.