Learning German in Heidelberg Past Review
By zach b (Political Science and Government., Truman State University) for
College Consortium for International Studies (CCIS): Heidelberg - Collegium Palatinum
Yes!!! I learned so much and grew as a person even more. You really have to rely on yourself when you are in a different country thousands of miles form home.
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
I really enjoyed the program and thought it was a nurturing environment in which to learn German. The teachers are more than willing to help you and having class everyday really builds a bond with your fellow students from around the world. A very welcoming and diverse place in which to learn German. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Most people were very knowledgeable and helpful |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
I loved living with a host family. They really cared about me and you get to witness what everyday life is really like in Germany. |
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I really liked living with a host family as the meals were fantastic! |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
This was the most fun part about the program. The students would get to explore Heidelberg and have a lot of fun. For example concerts and a firework show on the Nekarwiese. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
I always felt safe. Heidelberg is modern city with all the comforts that come with it. |
| 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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| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Bring half as many clothes as you think you need and TWICE as much money. But seriously this question varies depending on personality and what I person is seeking to do outside of school. |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | Beginner |
| What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? | Intermediate German |
| If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition? |
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| Language acquisition improvement? |
The entire school is centered around learning German at CP so this was a very strong component. Most of the time German was spoken, especially in class, but English was sometimes spoken by students when finding the words in German was a little difficult. |
Other Program Information
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A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | A student who want to meet people form all over Europe and has a love for German culture and language would do well here. |
Comments
That's wonderful! We are happy to hear that you had an amazing study abroad experience! CCIS
CCIS October 26, 2011
