England the founders of America and it's Language Past Review
By Jordan S (Business (CIMS), Longwood University) for
University of Derby: Derby - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
I feel I have a better understanding of what it's like to be a foreigner. I learned new phrases and how some words mean different things. I learned to have a wider understanding of other people and their culture.
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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. |
I was a bit different having class only once a week and not have much homework. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
It was a bit unorganized and hard to adjust. Finding which classes to take and figuring out when they are offered is confusing. Ask lots of questions. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
The shower was very small and we had only one to share among six guys. We also only had one toilet to share among the six of us. |
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I learned to cook for myself on a daily basis. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
I enjoyed all of England. No matter where I went I had a great time. I like the history that every town and city has. I visited Nottingham for a day and learned a lot about the local history. London was amazing with so many things to do. One cannot see it all in a day. |
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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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Language
| If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition? |
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Direct Enrollment/Exchange
| * Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? | Exchange |
Other Program Information
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* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Buy a round trip ticket. Be prepared to try new things and have an open mind. All students should leave the US to see what it's like in another country. Learn how great America is by seeing other countries. |
Individual Course Reviews
| Course Name/Rating: |
Performance in Context |
| Course Department: | Theatre 4TH002 |
| Instructor: | Paul Goldsmith and Amanda Wallace |
| Instruction Language: | English |
| Comments: | This was an excellent class for me, I learned a lot from Paul and Amanda. It was a class for first year theatre majors. The students were a tad immature but overall I enjoyed being with them as well. |
| Credit Transfer Issues: | Should transfer |
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Multi-User Database Systems |
| Course Department: | Not sure |
| Instructor: | Dave Voorhis |
| Instruction Language: | English |
| Comments: | This class is very difficult. Expect a lot of independent research. If you are not IT or Computer Science stay away from this class. There is a lot of coding involved. Previous experience in databases is recommended. |
| Credit Transfer Issues: | Withdrew |
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Performance in Context |
| Course Department: | 4TH002 Theatre |
| Instructor: | Paul Goldsmith and Amanda Wallace |
| Instruction Language: | English |
| Comments: | It was an enjoyable class. I had a lot of fun and learn so much from Amanda and Paul. The class is a first year class for new students, so they were a bit immature. Overall I enjoy the class and the students. |
| Credit Transfer Issues: | It should transfer |
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Project Management |
| Course Department: | Business 6GN003 |
| Instructor: | Simon Dupernex |
| Instruction Language: | English |
| Comments: | This was a difficult module, I had to do lots of work. I spend many hours working on my final project. I was indeed challenged by this class. Simon is a good teacher though doesnt always answer questions. Be prepared to do a lot of independent research. |
| Credit Transfer Issues: | Should transfer |
