Study Abroad in Burgos, Spain Past Review
By A student (Truman State University) - abroad from 07/08/2016 to 07/08/2016 with
University of Burgos: Burgos - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
I learned about not only the Spanish culture, but about cultures, languages, and people all around the world. The University of Burgos gives great support to its international students, and you have the opportunity to make so many friends that you will learn so much from.
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. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Don't secure an apartment before leaving the U.S. Make arrangements to live in a university residence and then meet people there to live in an apartment with, or stay in the dorm. I stayed in the dorm the whole semester, and it would have been a better experience to get an apartment, but the best thing to do is wait until you get there to look for apartments and find the one for you. |
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The food in the university residence is terrible, but in town it is good! |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| 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
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
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How much did the program encourage you to use the language?
0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language |
One of the best things about the Burgos exchange program is the opportunity to expand your Spanish and really become fluent. Many of the other students and the people of the town don't speak English, so to communicate, you have to challenge yourself and speak Spanish. |
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | Intermediate |
| How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? | Advanced |
| What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? | SPAN 353 |
| How many hours per day did you use the language? | |
| Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? | Speaking with native speakers and watching/listening to Spanish music and programs. |
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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* Where did you live?
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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? | More about finding an apartment. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Outright UrbaniteA 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. |
