It is the end of the semester in Abertay University and the end of our semester abroad as well, that’s why with Emilie and Audrey we decided to each write a post about our experience abroad in Dundee, this week answering the same questions so you can get an overview of what it is like to spend a semester in Scotland.
Did you enjoy your semester in Dundee ?
Yes, I enjoyed it a lot. I have a great group of friends here with who I travel around Scotland during the weekends it was great.
What did you enjoy the most ?
I would say what I enjoyed the most was to spend a weekend on the isle of Skye with a lot of other international students. It was great to see the beautiful landscapes the isle has to offer and to spend a weekend with friends.
How did you like the courses ?
The courses were good, all the lecturers are really involved into their job and you feel like they really want you to succeed. My modules were interesting but also challenging because the level is some time a little bit high. The thing which is very good about eduction in Scotland is how organize the teachers are here, for example during the first class they give you a time table of what you are going to do during the semester and this timetable is really followed.
Would you recommend spending a semester in Dundee ?
Absolutely ! I am really happy I have been lucky enough to spend a semester in Dundee. Here I had 9 hours of classes per week, so even if I had to work quite a lot by my self I could enjoy quite a lot of free time. Dundee is a great starting point if you want to discover Scotland beautiful landscapes. You are also near the main Scottish cities so if you want to do a bit of tourism Dundee is great for you. The student life is also great here, you have access to a lot of facilities like the gym for example. Also and it’s a considerable asset you will improve your english quite a lot staying in the UK.
What did this experience bring to you?
I met great people during my time here, I discover a new country and a new culture. I will keep such amazing memories of my time here.
My level of english improved and I experience a complete different way of studying. The only thing I wish could be different is that I would stay here for the full year rather that only one semester.
