31 reviews
3.58 / 5 based on 31 reviews
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Eva B
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
Having already lived in the UK for seven years prior to my departure to NZ I had no problems communicating.
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Bonni B
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Geology, Graduate, Independent
Languages
Language of instruction: English
Was learning English a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't.
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
Though no language barrier my 'communication experience' was awful. The academics have no desire to communicate with students whatever the language.
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Bonni B
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Geology, Graduate, Independent
Expenses
Main source of funding:
Family
Other sources of funding:
Personal savings
Work opportunities:
I worked during my study abroad experience
Personal spending habits
The cost of living is sky high here. there is little commercial competition, markets are small, costs are high.
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Overall, Telephone, Food, Housing, Nightlife:
was more expensive than at home.
Travel:
was the same price as at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
Personal comments
Food. Learn to cook cheaply!
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Bonni B
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Geology, Graduate, Independent
Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
Personal comments
Poor quality, overpriced, cold damp housing is the norm in NZ
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wctv
Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Independently - I had no other choice
If returning, I would choose:
Why?
Personal comments
Actually, I am nt study in this University. I just want to give some comment.
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Jan B
Student life
Describe host city:
Students equally interact with the local and student community
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Nightlife: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Activities, Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
The Fat's! Fishbowl on Tuesdays.
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