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4.06 / 5 based on 129 reviews

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“Psychological Faculty”
Kseniya B
Russia, Graduate
Psychology and Behavioural Sciences, 2009
Overall
I have been studied in the psychological faculty of St. Petersburg state university from 2004 to 2009. Strong English classes, great teachers, different opportunities for specialization, internships.
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Pros
Strong education, international recognized university, opportunities for work
Cons
Not enough practice, a lot of theories

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Viktoria S
Overall
I wish I had known...
if I had known how fast 5 months go by, i would have taken a whole year off
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
it's small, people are your friends, dont worry - just ask.
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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
expect the unexpected!
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anonymous
Academic
Course recommendations
MIB course at SPB State University: Doing Business in Russia, International Accounting and Auditing, EU Institutions
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My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
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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Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
The best option when living in Russia. On-campus accommodation is very cheap, but rooms are too small and there is no privacy. Other ways of accommodation are impossible in Russia.
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Personal comments
The university helps in finding a flat, although there is always a cheaper solution when you do it on your own. Flats in Russia are very bad, very old, there are no gadgets, bathrooms are unusable! Although, when ready to pay high price, modern flats can be easily obtained.
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Student life
Describe host city:
Students interact with the local community without much university involvement
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Activities, Nightlife, Travel: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Clubs: Metro, Ostrov, Plaza, Rossi's, La Plage; Cafes: Black&White, Maraqesh, Idealnyaya Chashka, Mocca,
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Chris J
Overall
I wish I had known...
About the problem with racism in St. Petersburg.
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
To allow greater interaction between foreign students
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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
Make sure you don't lose your exit visa.
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