Life- changing and unforgetable Past Review
By Camilla M (Neurobiology and Neurosciences., Wellesley College) - abroad from 08/20/2012 to 12/14/2012 with
DIS Copenhagen: Semester
Absolutely worthwhile. Changed my perspective entirely.
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. |
Although the academic rigor was not like that of Wellesley, I think the program was designed with that intention. DIS does focus on academics more than may other study abroad programs, but they still encourage students to explore other experiences while abroad. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
DIS Culinary House- most amazing part of my study abroad experience |
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Challenging to cook for myself all the time, but a lot of fun. The DIS stipend card did last me throughout the semester as long as I budgeted well. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Had a few Danish friends, but mostly Americans. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
Never used it, but went with some friends. Quick, easy, and free. |
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| 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) |
Copenhagen is an expensive city, but as long as you budget well you'll be fine. |
| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | $50 |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
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How much did the program encourage you to use the language?
0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language |
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| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
| How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? | Beginner |
| How many hours per day did you use the language? | 0 |
| Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? | Meet Danes |
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? | It's hard to meet Danes! Start early. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Outright UrbaniteA social butterfly, you're happiest in bustling cities with hip people, and took advantage of all it had to offer. You enjoyed the nightlife, and had fun going out dancing, and socializing with friends. Fun-loving and dressed to the nines, you enjoyed discovering new restaurants, shops, cafes, and bars in your host country. |
Individual Course Reviews
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European Business Strategy |
| Course Department: | International Business |
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| Instruction Language: | English |
| Comments: | Amazing! Loved the study tours, my classmates, professors, and guest speakers. Very different from opportunities at Wellesley. |
| Credit Transfer Issues: | Credit will not transfer to Wellesley |
