London: I wish I could have seen more! Past Review
By Molly W (Strategic communications and spanish, Texas Christian University) for
Texas Christian University: London - TCU in London - Westminster
I have studied abroad before and traveled all over the world and so I have those experiences to compare this study abroad to. This program wasn't organized nor did it help us gain an understanding of the UK.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 6 months+ |
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
The courses were very difficult and demanded a lot of studying each night. This did not allow us to sight see very much because we were in our flats studying and reading almost every day. Part of the study abroad experience is to experience the places and culture the country has to offer and our work load didn't allow us to do so. |
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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? |
We had to purchase toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, and laundry detergent. Everything else was provided. The flats were very nice and in a nice section of town. |
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Dining was fine and grocery stores were near by. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
We went to an advertising agency and the Globe. Other than those two things it was up to us of we wanted to see anything, not to mention finding out about it on your own. |
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* Health Care:
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| * Safety: |
I felt like we were located in a sage area of town and felt like our flats were pretty secure. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
No
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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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Other Program Information
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | If you are extremely interested in sitting in an apartment for the summer and not getting to see much of Lindon then this program is for you. |
