England Belgium Program: An Unforgettable Experience Past Review
By Christina B (Marketing., Illinois State University) for
University of the West of England: Bristol - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I hope to come back to Europe with an internship.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 6 months+ |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
My expectations were fully met. I had a pleasant time with my professors. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Our trip to London was my favorite field trip. It was academic and fun. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
Bristol is rather safe. It is important to always travel with another student. |
| 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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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | $200 (excluding side trips to other locations) Book hostels ahead of time |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Bring extra spending money for side trips in Europe. They will be unexpected but they will be worth it. |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
| 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? | Direct Enrollment |
Other Program Information
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* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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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? | Bring LOTS of spending money and enjoy yourself. Live your life. |
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