A Plane Ride to Life: Canterbury Past Review
By Nathan S (English Studies, Illinois State University) for
Canterbury Christ Church University: Canterbury - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
Yes, my study abroad experience was very much worth it. It helped teach me the best way I work.
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. |
I liked the workload, grading system, and teaching methods of England. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
I didn't feel as if the administration of the international programs even cared about the international students that much. Very low participation. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
I liked my living arrangments, it was great location compared to both the library and the campus. |
| * Food: |
Considering you buy your own food there really are no dietary restrictions. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
The pub atmosphere in England is a big part of the social life, as is clubbing and sports. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
The health issues are hard because, as the English have free healthcare for citizens, the university doesn't have a health department. Because of this the cost of health expenses are horribly high. |
| 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? | About twenty dollars on food, and about 50 dollars on personal expenses. |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | You will want to travel more, and buy more souvenirs than you will expect. |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
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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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Those who are looking for a great time, a challenging workload, and a chance to challenge yourself is waiting at Canterbury. |
Individual Course Reviews
| Course Name/Rating: |
Modern Britain |
| Course Department: | N/A |
| Instructor: | Ken Kennard |
| Instruction Language: | English |
| Comments: | This was a very thought provoking course. I enjoyed it very much |
| Credit Transfer Issues: | None |
