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3.23 / 5 based on 168 reviews

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Rachel S
Bridgewater State College, Bridgewater, United States
International Relations, Undergraduate, University Agreement
Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
Even though we were slobs, the five of us had so much fun and freedom living in an apartment!!
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Personal comments
The Spanish landlord was a loser and always came to our apartment to complain about noise level, cleanliness, broken appliances, etc. But besides that, we had so much fun living in an apartment. I think students living in homestays may learn the language better, but make less friends.
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Anna S
Overall
I wish I had known...
That Madrid can get quite hot in the summer months, which results with many cocroaches on the streets in some areas. Was not very happy to find that out towards teh end of my stay.
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
Take teh time to enjoy all, and bring your own laptop if possible. There are two campuses for the University, teherfore try to take classes at both. One is located in teh mountains and teh other within the city.
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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
Travel whenever you have a chance to, either around Madrid, or to other countries while abroad. Visiting the Andalucia region is not to be missed because of its beautiful architecture and history. If going to this university, attendance is mandatory, but classes are quiet small, so gives a chance to meet many people.
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Anna S
Student life
Describe host city:
Students equally interact with the local and student community
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Activities, Nightlife, Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
There are so many places to go and experience when in madrid. There are numerous bars and dance clubs. Kapital is super cool and not to miss. 5 floors of music. When eating out, try avoiding the western food chains and go for Spanish cuisine. It is really good with the Spanish tapas. Museo de Jamon shoudl be visited because of what can be seen inside, and good food.
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Rachel S
Bridgewater State College, Bridgewater, United States
International Relations, Undergraduate, University Agreement
Academic
Course recommendations
In my international communication class, we barely did any work. It was a joke. Spanish art class was pretty boring. International business class was decent and the teacher was interesting. Spanish conversation was hard to follow at times.
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My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
Personal comments
The classes were not dynamic enough...communication class was so basic, I don't think I really learned anything new. Maybe..go into more depth about important topics instead of simple overviews of each form of communication...
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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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“Nefasta experiencia”
Raquel
Spain, Undergraduate
, 2021
Overall
Esta universidad solo mira el tema económico. Instalaciones sin lo principal, ordenadores; todos estropeados. Profesores que no contestan correos. Profesores que no te dan cita para revisiones de exámenes. Profesores que no te van a ayudar en nada, no cuentes con ellos, te darán respuestas como "no haberte matriculado en esta universidad" si les dices que lo que hacen no es normal. No te avisan de que si no apruebas, en primero, te expulsan. Cuando te lo comunican es julio ... sin posibilidad de encontrar plaza en otra universidad. La amabilidad por teléfono brilla por su ausencia. Mas del 80% de suspensos en primero. Curso 2020-2021 solo 2 horas de clases presenciales a la semana, cuando teníamos suerte, había muchas semanas que ni eso. Lo primero que hacen es venderte su uniforme para las prácticas, unas prácticas que no vas a hacer porque el 80% del alumnado no supera 1º, pero ellos sacan su dinero. Las prácticas poquísimos hospitales, la mayoría geriátricos perdidos en mitad de la nada. Un año de mi vida perdido por esta pésima universidad, con un gran ánimo de lucro. Eso sí, el departamento financiero funciona de lujo, nunca se olvidan de pasarte el recibo, aunque no cumplan ni con las horas lectivas estipuladas. De vergüenza.
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Pros
Localización centrica
Cons
Todo

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“ES UNA ESTAFA”
Carla G
Spain, Graduate
Security, 2020
Overall
No existe relación calidad-precio de ninguna de las maneras. Me matriculé en el máster de ciberdelincuencia con las expectativas de acceder a una formación completa y de calidad, y nada más lejos de la realidad.
En este año singular no han estado ni de lejos a la altura que se espera de una universidad privada y de un máster de este precio.
Se han perdido clases presenciales que no se han recuperado pero las tasas de matrícula no se han visto rebajadas en ningún momento, ni intención siquiera. Mala organización y ofrecen unas prácticas y empleabilidad que es una entelequia, las ofertas de prácticas brillan por su ausencia, a pesar de ser muy pocos alumnos, no han sido capaces de conseguir una sola oferta de prácticas para ninguno de los alumnos matriculados. Lo único efectivo es la labor comercial que te captan y se acabó el acompañamiento.
La mala organización y administración de la Universidad da lugar a que sea necesario estar constantemente encima de los responsables del título en cuestión.
En definitiva, ni educación de calidad, ni compromiso, ni cumplimiento de las expectativas que la misma Universidad vende.
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Pros
Las cualidades de marketing de sus operadores a la hora de captarte para que accedas al máster