This trip was so fun!! Past Review
By A student (Animal Sciences., University of Arkansas - Fayetteville) - abroad from 05/26/2013 to 06/22/2013 with
Adelante: Edinburgh - Ecological Conservation Summer Program in Scotland
Our day to day life during the four weeks was different everyday. We would spend some mornings in the field or in the classroom; this was different almost every week. All of the field trips were very educational and a lot of fun. We learned about different types of habitats in Scotland and learned how to properly manage them. We meet with different site managers and got to learn how they got their job, what they do at their job, and what they hope to see in the future for their site. This has been the best four weeks out of any summer I have ever had, I wish I didn't have to go home yet! This program taught me a lot of new skills, and it was fun and exciting at the same time. The classwork wasn't too tough, and if you sit down and do it, the work will not take you that long to do. There is a project at the end of the course that the group must participate in together, don't worry it was actually really fun! I would recommend this program to anyone who loves being outside and learning about ecology and about the culture of a new place. This program was awesome, and I am sad to be leaving.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | None |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
the classes were not terribly hard, you do have to sit down and do your homework. Do not blow off your assignments. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Everyone in the school is so nice! They are all so nice, and they really care about you and how you are doing. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Its just like living in a dorm, but you get your own room. There is only a comforter, so make sure you bring a sheet if you would like your body to be covered at night. |
| * Food: |
It's probably just like the food at your home college, just a lot of carbs. But some nights those carbs are awesome! |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
We had every Sunday off, which gives you the chance to explore with some of your new friends. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
We are all leaving in one piece, so I think it was a success |
| * Safety: |
Use your brain and you will stay safe. |
| 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) |
If you have money to spend, Edinburgh is the place to go for stuff for your friends and family at home. If you use your money wisely there will not be a problem, it's different for everyone. |
| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | £300 during my entire trip |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Buy little things as you go so you don't feel bad about buying all your gifts at the same time at the very end. |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | No |
Other Program Information
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| About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? | 0 |
A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | don't pack as much as you want. There is a laundry on site, you have to pay, but safe space in your bag for stuff you want to bring home. Remember: less is more. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Academic or LinguistYou went abroad with specific academic goals in mind; the program credentials and rigor of your coursework abroad were very important to you. You had a great time abroad, but never lost sight of your studies and (if applicable) were diligent with your foreign language study. Good for you! |
