Australian Study abroad Past Review
By Angelica R (Biology/ women's and gender studies, Wellesley College) for
IFSA: Melbourne - University of Melbourne
yes. I loved Whitley and the community I formed here.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 1 month - 6 months |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
I didn't like the fact that there weren't many assignments during the semester but instead, your whole grade is dependent on your final exams. Grad students that led the practical component of a class could be condescending as well. The lectures were huge and I didn't get a chance to know my professors and ask for help regarding course material. I did fine the lecture recordings useful though. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
My program was great! Yogi answered all emails very promptly and was very approachable. She was such a lovely person and had great advice. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
I LOVED Whitley college. The community that was formed really helped me think of Melbourne as home. |
| * Food: |
The were very willing to listen to our opinions and accommodate to my vegetarian lifestyle. The food could have been much healthier though (less oil/cheese used). |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Footy game, wine tasting, sydney orientation, lunch, farewell dinner, coffee meetings |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
very safe but you also have to use common sense |
| 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) |
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| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | everything is soooo much more expensive here. Bring your favorite food from home! |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
Other Program Information
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