Oxford: Walking through historical England Past Review
By William H (ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS., Trinity University) for
Rhodes College: Oxford - British Studies at Oxford
Although still very "American," England has an incredible amount of history that we in America lack. The program let us experience everything England's history has to offer.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 2 weeks - 1 month |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
The faculty designed a program that perfectly balanced work and play. There were ample opportunities to elsewhere in England, but the coursework was rigorous enough as not to become dull. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
The program is in its 40th year of existence so they know what to do/how to do it. They have found a way to make everything run as efficiently as possible. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Everyone had their own room, but we were still in close proximity. It allowed for privacy but also helped with getting to know people. Sheets and towels were provided. A cleaner comes every day to make your bed and arrange your room. Sit down dinners were served every night. I was essentially living in a hotel. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
We saw many of England's most prominent historical monuments. They were all optional but I made a point to attend most of them, if not all. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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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) |
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| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Make sure to bring enough money for independent travels. There's plenty of time to fly elsewhere but it can get kind of expensive. |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
Other Program Information
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* Who did you take classes with?
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | You need to be willing to work. |
Individual Course Reviews
| Course Name/Rating: |
Shakespeare: Page and Stage |
| Course Department: | English |
| Instructor: | Michael Leslie |
| Instruction Language: | English |
| Comments: | Incredible class. Discussion based. Dr. Leslie would let us work things out ourselves, but offer instruction when he felt it was necessary. We saw productions at the Globe, in Stratford, at the Old Vic, and other places. One of most rewarding academic experiences I've ever had. |
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