Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

A Semester of Growth April 10, 2021

By (Saint Mary's College of California) - abroad from 09/16/2019 to 12/31/2019 with

Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Forced me mature so quickly. Had to navigate extensive public transit for the first time. No one was around to cook for me so I had to learn how to take care of myself. None of that mentions the theatrical studies in which I engaged.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 0-2 weeks

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Had the opportunity to have flatmates from 4 different countries. Well worth it.

* Food:

Had to cook for myself for the first time. Didn't try the school's meal plan though.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

Didn't have any health issues

* Safety:

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

Perfect location for me, and the friends I've made through QMTC and other programs and organizations will last me a lifetime.

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)

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Direct Enrollment/Exchange

* Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? Direct Enrollment

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Dorm
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Local Students
  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Local Students
  • Americans
  • International Students
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? 10+

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • The students
  • The location
  • The different approach to academics
* What could be improved?
  • Some professors were overly harsh on drama students sometimes
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? That some of the classes that they offer on the website will not be offered once you get there.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Academic or Linguist
You went abroad with specific academic goals in mind; the program credentials and rigor of your coursework abroad were very important to you. You had a great time abroad, but never lost sight of your studies and (if applicable) were diligent with your foreign language study. Good for you!

Individual Course Reviews

Course Name/Rating:

London Performance Now
Course Department: Drama
Instructor: Lewis Church
Instruction Language: English
Comments: Incredible lectures based on immersing ourselves in the full scope of the London theatre scene. Discovered numerous venues and pieces I would've never discovered otherwise.
Credit Transfer Issues: