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I Left My Liver in Nottingham Past Review

By (Business Marketing, San Jose State University) for

University of Nottingham: Nottingham - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
It was very worthwhile, and I have acquired some of the most amazing memories and stories. I still constantly talk about my trip and the trip was 3 years ago. I've gotten an in depth perspective of the day to day life of a British Business student living in Nottingham. I've been turned onto many new foods, drinks, media, cultures, and countless amazing people.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 0-2 weeks

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* Food:

The local British food wasn't too impressive. But trying everything out was really fun. In the end, I ate out mostly when I traveled outside of England. This DID give me a chance to learn how to cook.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Going out and enjoying Nottingham's rich night life was one of the best experiences I've ever had.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? Yes

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)

Direct Enrollment/Exchange

* Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? Direct Enrollment

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Dorm
* Who did you live with?

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  • International Students
* 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? Do not for an instant hesitate on participating in such an amazing program! You only get to live and be young once!