Study Abroad in Canterbury Past Review
By Christopher P (Political Science and Government., Illinois State University) for
University of Canterbury: Christchurch - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
Definitely worthwhile and I would recommend it to anyone and everyone that has the chance to do it.
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. |
THe work style was very similiar to an indepent study which was nice because I set my own schedule and really got in to what ever I was doing. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
My host country program administration was excellent. They very hospitable and helpful. No complaints |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
I was very pleased with my housing and the neighborhood was also very pleasing |
| * Food: |
English food definitely taste different than American food, but still had a great taste. Go into the city centre and you can find almost any type of food you can imagine |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
I joined the basketball club and it really enhanced my experience |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
Canterbury is one of the safest cities in a very safe country. Coming from America, you will realize that its actually a lot safer in England than the states |
| 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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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | If you join a social you can easily spend an extra 40-50 pounds a week but on average i Probably spent 50 pounds |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | none |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
| 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? | Direct Enrollment |
Other Program Information
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* Who did you take classes with?
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A Look Back
| * What did you like most about the program? |
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| * What could be improved? |
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Go to whatever country you choose with an open mind. Do not be an American, just be a person |
