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4.16 / 5 based on 574 reviews

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Hui L
Jiang Nan University, Wuxi, China
Chemistry, Graduate, Independent
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: Did not speak it
My level after: At ease in most situations
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
There are many language course for international students to learn the local language, this is really good for international students.In this way, I have more chances to commuicate with local people , know more about local culture.
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Marchand M
Overall
I wish I had known...
That the university provided sheets, pillows, .. for the accommodation. I would not have taken mine then.
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In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
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

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anonymous
Academic
Course recommendations
The courses, course materiaal and teachers were good.
The only thing that was a problem at my faculty was the computer facility. I had difficulty finding a good computer.
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My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
Personal comments
Just, better computer facilities for the economics faculty.
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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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Anna T
Overall
I wish I had known...
an adaptor plug for my laptop, a BUDGET, more sweaters.
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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
Go to Uppsala Uni! Its an amazing university town, very good academically.
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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
Most would never think of going upnorth to sweden, but I am so happy I discovered this country for myself!
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Wouter B
Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
I lived in a student corridor with a lot of Swedes, which was a great way to get to know locals
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Personal comments
The apartment buidling was in a quite boring area but since everyone was here it didn't mind. All the things you needed were present.
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Serena L
Overall
I wish I had known...
In Uppsala they have a lot of formal dinners that require evening dresses
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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
Sweden is warmer than what it seems. Students organisations are excellent. Courses at uni are some sort of joke compared to home
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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
Sweden is beautiful, cold and darkeness are bearable and the summer is totally worth waiting for
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