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Simran (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at Trinity College Dublin I learned about the 360 International exchange program from older students when I was in Part II. A couple of them had gone on exchanges and had only good things to say. When it came to deciding where to go, I wasn’t sure, but my manager at work saw…Continue…
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Kylyn (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at The National University of Singapore The discovery of the 360 International exchange program marked the beginning of an exciting journey. The prospect of meeting people from different backgrounds, delving deep into Singapore’s culture, and having the chance to explore nearby countries’ landscapes and cuisines was a compelling reason to participate. The program…Continue…
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Shalin (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at The University of Heidelberg As a conjoint student who had learnt German, an exchange to Germany was always on my mind. Although the pandemic changed plans, I had the chance to experience Heidelberg University in my final semester. Now, I’m more convinced than ever that a second exchange would have been a…Continue…
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Tony (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at Nanyang Technological University My 4 months at NTU for exchange have been pretty awesome, thanks to the great support from the 360 exchange program. They’ve been super helpful in every way, making everything smoother for me. When I first got to NTU, I was blown away by how big and modern the…Continue…
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Courtney (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at The University of British Columbia I found out about the 360 international exchange during O-week when was in first year and since then I planned on doing an exchange. Arriving in Vancouver it was really exciting to be in a city where no-one knew me, which was also very scary. Luckily through…Continue…
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Gina (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at Seoul National University My name is Gina, and I am completing my 360 international exchange program at Seoul National University (SNU) in Seoul, South Korea. I learned about the 360 International exchange program through word of mouth, but participating in an exchange program at Seoul National University has been a long-held dream…Continue…
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Neha (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at The University of Virginia I found out about the 360 International Exchange programme because a couple of my friends had been on an exchange in previous years. When I first arrived I felt a bit nervous in a completely different country since I’ve lived in Auckland my entire life. However, Virginia was…Continue…
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Caitlin (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at Universidad de Granada Ever since I started studying Spanish in high school, I knew I wanted to do an exchange. However, I had to wait until university to do it. I began researching when I was 16 and found out about the 360 International exchange programmes, and I’d been planning it ever…Continue…
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Kaiyang (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at The University of Nottingham at Ningbo I discovered the 360 International exchange program through recommendations from friends. Intrigued, I delved into the details by exploring the official website. The wealth of information provided there not only broadened my understanding of the program but also fueled my enthusiasm to participate. Learning about diverse…Continue…
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Brooke (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at Bocconi University Embarking on the 360 International exchange program was driven by a want for academic growth, and the dream of experiencing the Italian lifestyle, famously known as “la dolce vita.” From the moment I started at Auckland University, participating in an exchange program was always a goal of mine. I found…Continue…
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Mia (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at Lund University After COVID, I was eager to go out and explore the world as the borders were beginning to open up, and what better way to do that when you can study and travel at once. I remember my sister going on exchange previously with the 360international programme and was very…Continue…
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Joey (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at Seoul National University Kia ora! Venturing from the University of Auckland to the bustling city of Seoul for an exchange semester at Seoul National University (SNU) was an eye-opener and a half. I stumbled upon this golden opportunity through the uni’s website, fueled by a keen interest to broaden my horizons abroad….Continue…
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Luka (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at McGill University Completing all the admin and paperwork for exchange is a long and arduous process. There are months of uncertainty where you are waiting for the next stage to be approved, anxious that it might not go your way. It does leave you unsure if this may all be worth it….Continue…
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Anthony (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at The University of California Irvine (UCI) On December 25th, 2015, I got a present shaped like a brick. Ripping open neon red wrapping paper, I held a complete boxset of the Percy Jackson books. I didn’t really know what they were about, hadn’t really heard of satyrs or cenetaurs or Medusas, but…Continue…
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Alyssa (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at The University of Iceland Undertaking the 360 International Exchange programme at the University of Iceland was a life-changing experience that I will never forget. While there were many challenges in applying to the host university and getting all the documentation required to get into Iceland, it was fully worth it as I…Continue…
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Annelise (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at McGill University I always intended on doing a semester exchange at university, and I waited patiently for the end of covid to finally get the opportunity to go! McGill was actually not my first choice for exchange partners, but looking back, I’m so grateful that McGill is where I ended up !…Continue…
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Keane (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at Indiana University My exchange at Indiana University Bloomington First Impressions: Having never been outside the Asia-Pacific region, the first moments upon arriving in America were very special to me. My first impressions upon arriving in Bloomington is how beautiful the campus and the town was. From the limestone buildings to the plethora…Continue…
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Hine (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at The Chinese University of Hong Kong One of the first things I considered when choosing my Global Studies degree was the role understanding different cultures would have in my learning experience. It was upon this consideration that I knew I wanted to go on exchange to Asia, thus my search for exchange…Continue…
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Daniel (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill My exchange experience at the University of North Carolina (UNC) program was an enriching journey filled with personal growth, cultural exploration, and academic challenges. Despite my initial plans to study overseas after high school, the pandemic rendered that inherently impossible. However, in 2022, during…Continue…
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William (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at The University of Edinburgh I completed my one semester exchange at the University of exchange and returned home 2 weeks ago. When I first arrived in Scotland and went straight to my dorm, I felt that it felt a little bit lonely as I had left all my friends and family in…Continue…
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Amelia (Sem 1 + Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at The University of California I found out about the 360 exchange program through my sister who went on an exchange at Kings College in London and loved it. I actually picked the University of Auckland based on the broad exchange program options through 360 exchange, as other universities offer less options and…Continue…
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Rhianna (Sem 1 + Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at The University of Edinburgh I found out about 360 through Auckland Open Day and enrolled in Global Studies with the goal of going on exchange. When I first arrived in Edinburgh, I was struck by how beautiful and old the city was; everywhere I looked, there were hundreds of years of history….Continue…
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Qianrui (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at The University of Edinburgh I found out about the 360 International exchange programme from my friend. She told me about her exchange experience in Japan. After that, I yearned for the exchange life. In fact, the process of applying for an exchange is a hassle. I needed to look at each school’s…Continue…
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Natalie (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at The University of Groningen Going on an exchange was a promise I made for myself when I decided to stay home for University. So it has always been something I’ve researched in my spare time. So when deciding to go on exchange I only had to choose where to go. One thing…Continue…
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Aishlin (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at University College Dublin Studying a Bachelor of Global Studies, along with a Bachelor of Commerce, doing an exchange through 360 International was something that was exposed to me very early on during my time studying at the University of Auckland. Studying overseas had always interested me and after Covid-19 had settled down…Continue…
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Vileshka (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at The University of British Columbia I would have like to have known that everything gets better! When you get there it can be a little daunting and where the novelty wears off as well. But if there is one thing I learnt, it was that everything gets so much better than you…Continue…
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Kelly (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at The National University of Singapore I learned about the exchange program through a friend and gained more information about it by reading the websites and attending expos by 360 International. When I arrived at my hall, my first impression was that the people were incredibly friendly. Since my flight landed around 10…Continue…
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Leo (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at University College London I found out about the 360 International exchange through various mediums from people talking about it, to the TV screens around campus that were advertising it, I had been exposed to this exchange programme for a while before applying. My first impression when I arrived in London was that…Continue…
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Heather (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at The University of St Andrews My semester exchange at St Andrews was undoubtedly the greatest experience of my life, and I cannot recommend the University of St Andrews more highly! I stayed in University Hall, a catered accommodation run by the university, and lived in Wardlaw wing, a historic building that looked…Continue…
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Mihnea (Sem 2, 2023)
My Exchange at The University of California Overall, my exchange was a very unique experience which will probably be the main highlight of my time at university. San Diego is a beautiful city with amazing beaches and plenty of other outdoor activities. The weather is amazing, and it feels like summer every day, even during…Continue…