Worth every tiring second of preparation, an experience you won't want to miss! Past Review
By Hilary Tan (Nanyang Technological University) - abroad from 07/04/2016 to 07/22/2016 with
University College London (UCL): London - UCL Summer School
I learnt so much from my course that can be used elsewhere, but through the course (Global Urbanism, Culture and Space) I also got to learn so much about London as a city. Very worth every second of it.
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Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
Very intellectually stimulating with a lot of practical use. Many classes were held outside of the classroom which really made the experience an all-rounded one! Friendly teachers, great classmates, wonderful atmosphere! |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Did not live on the accommodation provided by the school, but I've been there and it's absolately stunning! Like a hotel, with all the amenities you need. |
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Good food, but pricey as expected. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Very immersive experience, and got to experience life as a resident! Loved it. |
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| * Safety: |
Very safe to travel by tube and public transport, walking is a great leisure, and no need to worry about personal belongings being stolen or robbed. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
Very good school, both in ranking and in teaching style. Education is the forefront of UCL, and you will get a rigorous curriculum. |
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) |
Cooked a lot which helped regulate my expenses. |
| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | £50-£80 |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Cook!! It's a good skill to have anyway, haha. Saves A TON of money. And keep track of your expenses to make sure you don't burst your budget. |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | No |
Direct Enrollment/Exchange
| * Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? | Exchange |
Other Program Information
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A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Bring a travel diary. Document your experiences and help yourself remember them. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Nearly Native or Trail BlazerCraving the most authentic experience possible, perhaps you lived with a host family or really got in good with the locals. You may have felt confined by your program requirements and group excursions. Instead, you'd have preferred to plan your own trips, even skipping class to conduct your own 'field work.' |
