London: A richly independent experience Past Review
By Juan L (Political Science and Economics, Trinity University) for
INSTEP: London - Institute of Economic and Political Studies
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
It gave me a lot of time to myself in order to reflect on my life and future plans, very worthwhile.
Personal Information
| 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. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Great night life, museums, theatre, live music, etc. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
London is an overall safe city. One just has to avoid the dangerous neighborhoods. |
| 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? | Between 50 and 100 pounds. |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Night life can get pretty expensive so be smart about how you spend your money. |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
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