Thailand: A Land of Smile! Past Review
By Anna C (Ethnic Studies, University of California - Berkeley) for
Thammasat University: Bangkok - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
It was definitely by far the best decision I've ever made. The culture, institution, and people were amazing.
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
the curriculum was rigorous but wasn't too overwhelming that an exchange student won't be able to handle it |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
resources and information was very accessible and the program was very organized and supportive of the international exchange students |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Very friendly staff, great environment. |
| * Food: |
Great - but spicy - food! |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
A lot of cultural amenities to be involved in |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
Aside from the political tension, it was fairly safe. |
| 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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Language
| If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition? |
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Direct Enrollment/Exchange
| * Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? | Exchange |
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