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4.21 / 5 based on 25 reviews
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Rachel C
Languages
Language of instruction: German
Was learning German a key decision factor?
Yes, I wanted to improve my German
How much did you improve your German?
My level before: Everyday knowledge (shopping, directions, etc.)
My level after: At ease in most situations
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
Overall, I gained great command of the German language and understanding of Swiss culture.
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Rachel C
Academic
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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Rachel C
Expenses
Main source of funding:
Family
Other sources of funding:
Personal savings
Work opportunities:
I didn't explore any work options
Personal spending habits
Food, Travel:
was more expensive than at home.
Overall:
was the same price as at home.
Telephone, Nightlife, Housing:
was less expensive than at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
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Rachel C
Overall
I wish I had known...
Prepare a list of important phone numbers in case of emergeny (ex. doctors, dentists, banks, university advisor)
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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
This University offers a great variety of courses and great professors
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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 have insurance set up and a good budget before you go because it can get pretty costly in Switzerland. Get involved in the Language Center because you will be around individuals facing the same communication struggles as you and this can be very encouraging.
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Rachel C
Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: On campus
Why?
It is more convenient and cost efficient than having to travel by bus and tram to get to the University. There would also be more of a sense of University life if one lives on campus.
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Student life
Describe host city:
Students interact with the local community without much university involvement
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Travel, Nightlife, Activities: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Papa Joe's is a nice night spot in Basel
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