A Semester for the Books Past Review
By Allison (Brandeis University) - abroad from 09/01/2019 to 12/18/2019 with
IES Abroad: Granada - Liberal Arts & Language
Studying abroad in Granada was absolutely worthwhile. I learned so much about language, art, communication, etc. Granada is full of so much exciting life, beauty, and culture, and the program really allows you to experience it all. I made incredible friends with whom I was able to travel and experience so many new things; the bonds you make are undoubtedly the best part of going abroad.
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. |
The teachers at IES are so knowledgeable, kind, and fun. I learned a lot this semester without being overwhelmed by lots of assignments. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
I highly recommend a homestay! |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
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| * Safety: |
Granada is a very safe city; I always felt comfortable. |
| 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) |
The food in Granada is really inexpensive! Definitely a great place for a student's minimal budget. |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | Beginner |
| How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? | Intermediate |
| What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? | AP Spanish |
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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? | I wish I knew that everyone is feeling the same things when the program first starts and that you'll joke about how worried you were later on. I also wish I knew to pack more sweatshirts because it gets colder than you think. |
Individual Course Reviews
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Islamic Art and Architecture |
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| Instructor: | Ana Walta |
| Instruction Language: | English |
| Comments: | This was my favorite course at IES. Through weekly field trips, I learned so much and gained an appreciation for a subject that I previously knew nothing about. |
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