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3.90 / 5 based on 12 reviews
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Thomas P
Overall
I wish I had known...
More details about the costs of living.
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
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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
The weather is an unpleasent surprise for people from most countries as it does get very cold for quite some months during winter. It is important to prepare yourself for the temperature drops and buy proper clothing in advance.
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madshedelund
Expenses
Main source of funding:
Government assistance
Other sources of funding:
Personal savings<br>
A private grant
Work opportunities:
It was not legal for me to work
Personal spending habits
Canada is a cheaper place to live than Denmark
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Housing, Food, Telephone, Nightlife, Overall:
was more expensive than at home.
Travel:
was the same price as at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
Personal comments
Do not buy a car. You wont need it in Winnipeg, and there is nothing outside the city.
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madshedelund
Overall
I wish I had known...
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
its an OK place
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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
Canada is a nice country with a very friendly population, be sure to travel a lot.
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madshedelund
Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Independently - I had no other choice
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
there is no other option.
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Personal comments
There is no on campus accomodation
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Thomas P
Languages
Language of instruction: English
Was learning English a key decision factor?
Yes, I wanted to improve my English
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
No real obstacles regarding the language.
Great opportunity to refine my English.
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madshedelund
Languages
Language of instruction: English
Was learning English a key decision factor?
Yes, I wanted to improve my English
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
English is also the language of instruction at my home department in Denmark
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