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Marta A
Overall
I wish I had known...
In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
I didnt learn much, at least not related to my studies tough i passed the exams, but it was fun!
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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
the best city to go on eramus!
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“Hogwarts of Belgium”
Karina P
Netherlands, Graduate
Humanities, 2017
Overall
KU Leuven is one of the world's top 200 Universities and its place is absolutely deserved. It offers high standards of educational courses, has immense opportunities for research and is overall a beautiful and motivational place to study.
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Pros
Highly qualified staff / Well equipped
Cons
None

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silvimfl
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: Everyday knowledge (shopping, directions, etc.)
My level after: No problems in any areas (including slang)
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
I improved my English since I have spent two years in the Host University, first as Erasmus Student and aftrewards as a Master student
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anonymous
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: Everyday knowledge (shopping, directions, etc.)
My level after: At ease in most situations
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
I improved my English and I acquired a technical English knowledge in my field of study. I learned some Dutch, but it was difficult
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felipe a
Overall
I wish I had known...
it was going to be so good
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In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
my recommendation is that everybody should go
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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
very well organized, this university counts with the experience of 575 years forming the greates minds around europe (Erasmus or Luis Vives)
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Isabel D
Student life
Describe host city:
Student life dominates the city
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Activities, Nightlife, Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
The best places to go out at night are in the Oud Markt or go to Vila Ernesto (a cuban bar). My favourite cafe is Dwerf, to drink something warm and talk with friends. Do not miss the weekly market every saturday and the Christmas market, in December. Be informed about the events at STUK!
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