134 reviews
3.89 / 5 based on 134 reviews

Useful |
0
Judit K
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
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
You get used quite quickly to the British English, the most important thing is to meet with a lot of British people, watch local TV and especially listen to the radio.
Read more >

Useful |
0
JorgeNieto
Overall
I wish I had known...
Very wet weather.
Read more >
In my opinion:
I loved it but I'm not sure everybody would.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
More attention to APC Course
Read more >
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
It is a very good opportunity to travel around the United Kingdom, specially I suggest to visit Scotland on Tato festival.
Read more >

Useful |
0
“first hand experience”
Maria K
Denmark,
Accountancy, 2014
Overall
I was provided with the best resources and knowledge to help me graduate and made amazinf friends along the way.
Read more >
Careers
The university had a number of different plans for us to follow after graduation to help with internships, this is where I found my first internship at an independent accounting firm
Read more >
Pros
the resources
Cons
more lecturers

Useful |
0
marta v
Housing
Type of housing: On campus
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: On campus
Why?
many facilities and very good location
Read more >
Personal comments
A hall of residence is a good place to live when you are erasmus because it makes easier you life in a new country.
Read more >

Useful |
0
yen t
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
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
Were surprised by the variety of accent. Those from Birmingham and Liverpool were hard to comprehend. Had a really hard time to communicate with.
Read more >

Useful |
0
laia R
Expenses
Main source of funding:
Personal savings
Other sources of funding:
Personal savings<br>
Other
Work opportunities:
I worked during my study abroad experience
Personal spending habits
England is an expensive country to live for a spanish person. However, if you have the chance to work a little bit, it is possible to afford it.
Read more >
Overall, Housing, Telephone, Nightlife, Food:
was more expensive than at home.
Travel:
was the same price as at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items