I would freeze the time and stay here if it was possible Past Review
By Gabriella R (Political Science And International Studies, Uppsala University) - abroad from 01/08/2014 to 06/14/2014 with
University of East Anglia: Norwich - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
Goin to University of East Anglia was the best decision I have ever made. It was love at first sight with both the university and with Norwich and it all suited me perfect. The last 5 months has not only given me memories for life and been the best time of my life, but it also gave me a new family.
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. |
Interesting and good seminars and lectures. All the guest lectures were very good. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Very welcoming, it took 25 minutes and then I was completely sure that this would be the best semester of my life. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
I stayed at campus and for me it was perfect. Close to everything and easy to meet new people. |
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England might not be known for its food but the restaurants and bars in Norwich do a good job to keep up the standard. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
The healthcare was easily accessible (booth the medical center at campus and the hospital in Norwich) and I felt that I was in good hands. |
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Felt completely safe, I have never been scared. |
| 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? | Make a budget and pay your rent and other compulsory costs as soon as possible if it is possible. |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | No |
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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A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Don't worry - it's gonna be the best time of your life. Say yes, try knew things and join societies, it's the best way of meeting friends. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Outright UrbaniteA social butterfly, you're happiest in bustling cities with hip people, and took advantage of all it had to offer. You enjoyed the nightlife, and had fun going out dancing, and socializing with friends. Fun-loving and dressed to the nines, you enjoyed discovering new restaurants, shops, cafes, and bars in your host country. |
Individual Course Reviews
| Course Name/Rating: |
International Security and terrorism |
| Course Department: | PSI |
| Instructor: | Lee Jarvis |
| Instruction Language: | English |
| Comments: | The best module I have ever been taking. Hallelujah moment during each seminar. Lee was very inspiring and had de ability to make the students interested in the subject too. |
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