AustraLearn Real World Past Review
By Sara T (Kinesiology, Kansas State University) for
University of Canberra: Canberra - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
It was worth it I found out a lot about myself personally and not so much educational but I wouldn't have changed that.
Review Your Program
* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
The education difference seemed to be that they grade a lot harder and do not give a lot of structure on assignments. I was frustrated with this difference. |
* 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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* Food: |
Food was very expensive in Australia and I thought more of our meals were included in the program. |
* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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* Safety: |
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If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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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) |
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Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Food and everday items are very expensive!! |
Language
How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
Other Program Information
* Where did you live?
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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? | Athletic, spontaneous, laid back students would most likely enjoy this program. |
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