London: Challenging Yet Satisfying Past Review
By Luxi S (Economics and Chinese Studies, Pacific Lutheran University) for
CIEE: London - Arts + Humanities (Goldsmiths)
It was definitely worthwhile. I have learned so much about myself and growth very independent. Other than my dissatisfaction with the CIEE program and the teaching system of the university, everything else was wonderful. I loved the city and all the friends I have made. Being in London made me want to consider working or attending grad school there someday.
Personal Information
| If you took classes at multiple universities, list those universities here: | School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London |
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 6 months+ |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
I felt there were not enough workloads and the grading system was unfair. My grade was based on one paper, and I feel that cannot demonstrate how much I learned or how much work I put in throughout the semester. I also could not get use to the teaching methods of the London school. I think if I were there for a longer period of time, it would have been better. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
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| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
No
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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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Language
| Language acquisition improvement? |
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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? | Always rely on those you trust and most of all yourself. Someone who is very independent and strong. |
