49 reviews
4.05 / 5 based on 49 reviews

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Languages
Language of instruction: English
Was learning English a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't.
How much did you improve your English?
My level before: No problems in any areas (including slang)
My level after: No problems in any areas (including slang)
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
no problems to communicate in English overall Oslo, no so ambitious for me
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Academic
Course recommendations
dont choose International Marketing!
courses with Ivar Bredesen - the best choice=quality and friendly atmosphere, lots of discussions and practical exercises, Norwegian Language and Culture - very recommendable
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My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
Personal comments
better choice of courses
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My opinion of the university assessment
Exams throughout the course
Essays and/or projects at the end of course
Essays and/or projects throughout the course

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Expenses
Main source of funding:
An ERASMUS grant
Other sources of funding:
Family
Personal savings
Government assistance
Work opportunities:
I worked during my study abroad experience
Personal spending habits
Food, Telephone, Housing, Nightlife, Travel, Overall:
was more expensive than at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items

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Overall
I wish I had known...
In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
very nice and helpful people, good organisation of academic life, cosy and small college, really satisfied social life, international group was well integrated
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During my experience abroad, I ...
(1) Never – (4) A lot
Became familiar with another culture
Met people from other countries
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies & career
Final comments
try to travel as much as possible, no matter how much is cost - is really valuable, incredible lanscapes!!! cook for your own, try to catch special offers of pizza in the supermarkets = sometimes really cheap!
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Housing
Type of housing: On campus
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: On campus
Why?
contact with other students, international parties, relatively low cost
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Personal comments
quite comfortable, close to university and the city centre, cosy rooms
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Student life
Describe host city:
Students interact with the local community without much university involvement
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Activities: Takes place mostly within the university/student environment
Nightlife, Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Nightlife: Samfunnet on every Thursday:), city centre (really expensive beer!), ice-skating, Vigeland Park (beautiful), islands, harbour
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