Ireland is the most beautiful country in the world seen through its landscapes and its people Past Review
By Maggie15 (Providence College) for
Arcadia: Dublin - University College Dublin
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I have become more independent and have gained a love for the Irish culture, land, and people
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. |
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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? |
I had an apartment in which I had my own bedroom and bathroom and shared a common room with 5 other people. It was an ideal living situation. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Northern Ireland, Newgrange, Castles |
* 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
* 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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Other Program Information
* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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A Look Back
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | University College Dublin is an amazing University, the Irish students and professors are so welcoming and you quickly become part of the campus society. |
Individual Course Reviews
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Service Learning |
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Instruction Language: | English |
Comments: | This was an amazing course where I had the opportunity to serve the community of Ireland while also learning some key academic concepts |
Credit Transfer Issues: | no |
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