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Macquarie University

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4.01 / 5 based on 141 reviews
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Piligrim
Far-Eastern State Technical University, Vladivostok, Russia
Accountancy, Undergraduate, Independent
Student life
Describe host city:
Students equally interact with the local and student community
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Activities: Takes place mostly within the university/student environment
Nightlife: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Activities
Nightlife
Travel
Overall
Personal comments
Uh, there are plenty of really good clubs in Sydney. Check a few places, choose what you like. One can find anything he or she likes... :)
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Piligrim
Far-Eastern State Technical University, Vladivostok, Russia
Accountancy, Undergraduate, Independent
Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
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Personal assessment
Cost
Facilities
Location
Cleanliness
Space
Personal comments
none
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Piligrim
Far-Eastern State Technical University, Vladivostok, Russia
Accountancy, Undergraduate, Independent
Expenses
Main source of funding:
Family
Other sources of funding:
Other
Work opportunities:
I worked during my study abroad experience
Personal spending habits
Everything here is more expensive than in my home country. It's not really cosly but it could leave you broke if you're not financially conscious.
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Housing, Food, Overall, Travel, Nightlife:
was more expensive than at home.
Telephone:
was the same price as at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand text books
Second-hand household items
Computers / Internet
Administrative
Money from home
Personal comments
You'll be spending heaps on books, so be prepared. ;) But in fact, sometimes you can just do fine without books. There's plenty of info. (Inet, library...)
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Piligrim
Far-Eastern State Technical University, Vladivostok, Russia
Accountancy, Undergraduate, Independent
Academic
Course recommendations
Be active and socialize a lot. People are really friendly here.
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My academic experiences
Quality of courses
Variety of courses
Access to resources
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
Personal comments
It's really nice but you definitely mustn't forget about sports and social life.
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My opinion of the university assessment
Exams at end of course
Exams throughout the course
Essays and/or projects at the end of course
Essays and/or projects throughout the course
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Piligrim
Far-Eastern State Technical University, Vladivostok, Russia
Accountancy, Undergraduate, Independent
Overall
I wish I had known...
Don't be shocked if you come from a non Asian county. There are so many Asian students in Australia, it seems that the majority of all students on campus are Asians. It's ok, but just be prepared. They are nice guys and gals... :)
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Academic reasons
4
Culture
3
Costs
3
Activities
2
Campus life
2
Party / people
2
Weather / location
2
Personal recommendation
Uh... Let me think about it... ?)
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During my experience abroad, I ...
(1) Never – (4) A lot
Became familiar with another culture
3
Traveled
3
Improved language skills
3
Met people from other countries
4
Became more independent
4
Partied a lot
3
Experienced a change in life
3
Advanced my studies & career
3
Final comments
Take this big step towards the unknown. It's definitely worth it. The experiance is unforgettable, but you must be a participant not a spectator. Take actions, join clubs, travel, go out...
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Piligrim
Far-Eastern State Technical University, Vladivostok, Russia
Accountancy, Undergraduate, Independent
Languages
Language of instruction: English
Was learning English a key decision factor?
Yes, I wanted to improve my English
How much did you improve your English?
My level before: At ease in most situations
My level after: No problems in any areas (including slang)
Language difficulties
Social
Educational
Administrative / Institutional
Overall
Personal comments
Aussie english is pretty nice.
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