Studied in Sydney, Loved living at Bondi Past Review
By Lucy D (PSYCHOLOGY., Simmons College) for
The Education Abroad Network (TEAN): Sydney - Macquarie University
Yes, it was absolutely amazing. You learn so much about yourself and a new country and gain independence. It's an amazing opportunity to travel and study and you only have a few opportunities, so take them!
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 1 month - 6 months |
| The term and year this program took place: | Spring 2010 |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
The classes were difficult and the grading was much harder and difficult. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Easy to contact and always helpful. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Loved living at Bondi and the Meriton Hotel was wonderful |
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Groceries stores next door and easy to cook |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
It was easy to travel and meet people |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
It was hard to get an appointment at an office that accepted our Health insurance card |
| 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? | It's very expensive, so save lots! |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | Fluent |
| Language acquisition improvement? |
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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? | Do it!!!! No hesitations!!! |
