Past Review

By (Integrative Neuroscience, SUNY - Binghamton) for

University of Westminster: London - Study Abroad Semester or Year with an Optional Internship

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I had an amazing time and met some amazing people from all over the world and America.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 0-2 weeks

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

The psychology class was not as strong as the classes I've taken at Binghamton University, but that could be do to the more independent learning approach. There is a harsher grading system as well.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

The university provided a summer school assistant on all university social events. She was very helpful. The staff was also very open to questions.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

I stayed in the International House in Lambeth. The neighborhood was a nice quality neighborhood. However, the dorm facilities were a bit sub par. <br /><br /> I felt safe. International House was also close to pretty much all of the best London attractions. It was also situated next to a very popular tube line, Bakerloo.

* Food:

London isn't really known for its food... The best food I had was Indian food and Italian food.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

I really enjoyed London and the surrounding areas. I loved the day trips. We went to Wales, Bath, Oxford etc. They were really great.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

London is a very safe city. The public transportation is clean and easy to use. You really feel secure.

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

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)

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? $300
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Make sure you clear everything with your bank before you go! Also, have a money back up plan!

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Dorm
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Americans

A Look Back

* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Save up your money before you go! Also, really maintain a budget. London is VERY expensive, but cooking your own means can save you money.