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3.96 / 5 based on 298 reviews

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Stefan R
Languages
Language of instruction: German
Was learning German a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't.
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
The language spoken was may mothertongue so I did not have a problem.
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Hannes T
Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
Personal comments
everything is in a very good condition, however it is very expensive
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Daniel B
Student life
Describe host city:
Students equally interact with the local and student community
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Travel: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Activities, Nightlife: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Kugel has long parties, the open air festival in St Gallen is great
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sharinee
Overall
I wish I had known...
Costs in general e.g. drinks, food, travel. Very costly overall!
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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
Keep it going - it's a great way to learn, meet new people and advance one's personal development.
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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
Be prepared to spend whilst you're there - Switzerland is very expersive for students!
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Mickaël D
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: No problems in any areas (including slang)
My level after: No problems in any areas (including slang)
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
Not so many people speaking English (except students and teachers)
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anonymous
Student life
Describe host city:
Student life dominates the city
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Activities: Takes place mostly within the university/student environment
Nightlife, Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Don't miss out on the badminton sessions. Furthermore the ski-weekends arranged by the Student Union is fantastic. If you like travelling buy the Gleis7-card, which allows you to travel for free after 19:00 whereever you want to in Switzerland.
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