Singapore opened my eyes to the other side of the story Past Review

By (Architecture., Tulane University) for

National University of Singapore: Singapore - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I was reminded of the eastern way of thinking and acquired some networking in my home region.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 6 months+

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

Although the teaching faculty was strong the administration was a bit confusing.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

There can't be a safer place than Singapore

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? Yes

Finances

* 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)

Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Housing is the most expensive part for living in Singapore. Everything else is relatively cheap.

Language

How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? None

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Hostel
* Who did you live with?

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  • N/A
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • International Students

Individual Course Reviews

Course Name/Rating:

Architecture Design Studio

Course Department: AR401
Instructor: Tan Teck Kiam
Instruction Language: English
Comments: It was an enriching experience learning about how to solve specific issues using design and architecture
Credit Transfer Issues: I don't know yet