Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Good international experience Past Review

By (Providence University Taiwan) - abroad from 09/09/2018 to 12/07/2019 with

The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management: Study Abroad in Dubai, UAE!

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
It's definitely worth it since Dubai is one of the growing market for hospitality. I've learnt so much while studying in EAHM and will recommend the program to all the students worldwide.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 1 month - 6 months

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* 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:

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

It was just an eye opening experience to know that I was studying in a foreign country while having so much fun! Never thought that I'd have the chances to studying and working in Dubai, the Middle East.

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

Direct Enrollment/Exchange

* Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? Exchange

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Dorm
* Who did you live with?

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  • N/A
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • International Students

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • international experiences
  • 6 months internship
  • Middle East culture
* What could be improved?
  • Strict rules on campus
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? More details of the Muslim culture and the law related.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Networker
An active student leader, it was important for you to network abroad as well. Once overseas, you sought out student clubs, volunteered with local organizations, or attended community events. You encouraged your friends join you, and often considered how you could reflect your international experiences in a resume.