15 reviews
3.87 / 5 based on 15 reviews

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Mayumi L
Academic
Course recommendations
Look for out-of-the-ordinary stuff.. one of my courses ('papers' as they call them) was a bit like kindergarten in that we were able to explore our own forms of creativity. I got to work with videocameras, and watch interesting movies. Look for interesting opportunities!
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My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
Personal comments
Start your assignments early and budget your time well!
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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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Ma W
Technische Universitat Graz, Leoben, Austria
Engineering, Undergraduate, Independent
Overall
I wish I had known...
Culture of New Zealand people
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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
Please make improvements
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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
New Zealand is a beautiful country with lovely scenery but I would not recommend academic study from this university
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Mayumi L
Overall
I wish I had known...
This is my second year in New Zealand so I was quite prepared. Most of the suprises were good ones.
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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
Relaxed, moderate-sized university in a real student-oriented town. It has lots of activities offered and a wide range of courses to choose from. I couldn't really ask for more :)
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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
You will love New Zealand.. come here!!
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Ma W
Technische Universitat Graz, Leoben, Austria
Engineering, Undergraduate, Independent
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: At ease in most situations
My level after: No problems in any areas (including slang)
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
Learning the slang was fun and I really enjoyed learning new words
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Mayumi L
Student life
Describe host city:
Student life dominates the city
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Nightlife, Travel: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Activities: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
The Lone Indian had some great Jazz but they've closed down. Most pubs and niteclubs have mainstream music.. not really my scene. Favourite cafes: Barista, Cafe Cuba, and StageDoor. Don't visit events at Centrepoint Theatre and at the Regent!
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Housing
Type of housing: With a family
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
I've heard 'flatting' was supposed to be a very Kiwi cultural experience. But I loved living with a family. If you get the chance, do both!!
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Personal comments
I had the advantage that I knew the family before I came; they are like real family.
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