Studying abroad to Denmark was lifechanging Past Review
By Kimberly B (Nursing., Southwest Tennessee Community College) for
Southwest Tennessee Community College: Odense - Nursing Management in Denmark
The people seem much happier. Some of the students say that we American stress too much and dont allow ourselves to live. The Danish for the most part eat very healthy and I was inspired to do the same and try to live life stress free
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
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? |
We went bowling with the Danish students. It was awkward at first but after everyone warmed up, we started to have fun |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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The city seemed very safe. Our host people said they there was very low crime there. We walked the streets at night and we felt very secure but yet a little on guard just because you are suppossed to always be aware of your surroundings no matter what |
| 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? | I spent about 350 on personal expenses and about 100 for food and taking a taxi when we were on our own. It was very expensive to stay there so I would suggest walking and being mindful of what you buy. When you think you are just buying small items, just remember that it soon adds up. I bought water maybe three times and each bottle was 4 dollars so it adds up |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Please get a conversion calculator so that you will know exactly how much you are spending. I went over budget by a hundred because I used my bank card and did not convert the money well. Save all receipts to keep account of everything |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
| If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition? |
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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? | Someone who is looking to learn about culture and their ways of living and one who can be open and see the world through their eyes is one that will benefit the most |
