Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Joyful Past Review

By (University of Westminster) - abroad from 07/08/2017 to 06/29/2017 with

University of Westminster: London - Summer School

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
That friendship will get you far in life and you can't do life alone. Yes!

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

I felt that not only was I learning about things that matter but also about life and how to appreciate it more.

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? Hmm maybe around 50-100 pounds
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Use a conversion calculator and keep track of what you spend

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Dorm
* Who did you live with?

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  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • International Students
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? 0

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • The hands on learning
  • The teachers
  • The content
* What could be improved?
  • More outings
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? How much I would love it and that I should have planned to stay longer.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Outright Urbanite
A 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.

Individual Course Reviews

Course Name/Rating:

London cultural capital of the world
Course Department: Humanities
Instructor: Petsa
Instruction Language: English
Comments: It was challenging and I've learned the in's and out's of journalism. The teachers were all knowledgeable in the course and showed enthusiasm for each section. I attended every class except one, but I was more vocal in this course.
Credit Transfer Issues: I haven't transferred my credits yet but I'll be in touch once my grades are in. Make sure that you get in touch with your advisor before you try to go on this incredible adventure.