What documents are required by the host institution within the admission/application procedure?
How is the admission/application procedure done? (select)
both on-line and per post
How long before departure should be the admission/application procedure completed?
naša divadelná škola nemala žiadne filmové školy v ponuke, takže všetka aktivita od partnerstva po prijatie pochádzala odo mňa: 9 mesiacov.
In what language were your courses (mainly) taught? (select from the menu)
angličtina
How was your language preparation before the study abroad? (language, length of preparation, type of course, special preparation course organized by the home or host institution)?
How would you evaluate your language skills as for the language in which you studied abroad? (1=excellent, 5=very bad/insufficient)
a) before studying abroad
3
b) after studying abroad
2
Have you participated in an EILC (Erasmus Intensive Language Courses)?
no
III. Academic Issues
Before departure, had your Learning Agreement (Studienvertrag, Contract d´études) been signed by both your home and host institutions? (select)
yes, it had been signed by both before my departure
Did you change the Learning Agreement during your study abroad period? (select)
yes
Registration for courses to be studied at the host institution: when does it take place and how is it done? (Are there any restrictions as for the selection of courses? May the registration be modified later on?)
Enrollment je značne stresujúca záležitosť, kedy sa obrovská skupina ľudí prihlasuje na kurzy, o ktorých vôbec nič nevie. Chris Morris, riaditeľ školy, je však maximálne ústretový človek, ktorý nás pozval v nedeľu ráno na kávu a croissant, takže sme mali možnosť problémy a kurzy prekonzultovať maximálne nezáväzne. Zmena learning agreement prebehla vzápätí a bez problémov.
Would you recommend some interesting course/lecturer?
Záleží od toho, čo preferujete. Ak ste ušliapnutý umelec s predstavou, že umenie môže žiť len subvencované z daní a nepredpokladáte, že sa niekedy budete živiť (viac či menej komerčnou) tvorbou pre televíziu, odporúčam kurzy Florence Ayisi. Ak chcete zažiť pravý opak a zároveň sa nebojíte boja s intelektom vašich spolužiakov, odporúčam informačne nabité a talent stimulujúce prednášky zapáleného Petra Watkins Hughesa. Inak jednoznačne všetky veci, ktoré som objavoval len pomaly a postupne a patria pod pokličku know-how, ktoré sa neprezrádza.
Did you take exams at the host institution? (select)
yes
Did you do an internship/job placement as a part of your study period abroad? (select)
no
Please describe the methods of learning/teaching (theory, practice, projects) and the methods of evaluation/assessment of students's performance at the host institution and compare them with the situation at your home institution.
Štúdium je orientované značne na prax a v tom je prakticky bezchybné - výuka sa skladá z povinných modulov, z dobrovoľných workshopov (kamera, svetlo, zvuk, strih etc. etc.), debát s profesionálmi a premietaní. Teoretické moduly prínosné nie sú (obzvlášť ak ich porovnávam s filmovou vedou na Masarykovej univerzite), za to praktické značne presahujú úroveň celého Brna dohromady.
How do you see the quality of teaching at the host institution compared to your home institution? (select)
higher
How did you obtain study materials at the host institution? (were these distributed for free during lectures or was it necessary to buy them?)
Dostali sme všetko. Zadarmo.
How is the availability and facilities of the library?
Filmotéka pre dokumentárny film výborná, knižnica nápodobne.
How is the availability of computer facilities (availability of internet connection, is it necessary to have your own notebook?, possibilites of printing and copying)?
Prístup na internet na škole prakticky neobmedzený, ak bývate na (nezmyselnom) campuse, tak za (nezmyselný) poplatok. Kopírovanie a tlač za poplatok.
Does the host university use the ECTS system? (select)
no
Does the host institution (or a local student organization) organize some special events for exchange students? (select)
yes
If YES, please select and specify
Pick-up service at the moment of arrival: Welcome day/evening: Orientation week: Trips and/or cultural events:
Were you integrated into study groups with local students while studying abroad?
áno.
How would you evaluate the level of your integration into the group of local students? (1=high level of integration, 5=very poor or none)
3
IV. Practical aspects of the study abroad period
Which type of accommodation did you use while studying abroad? (select)?
student dormitory/residence
Price of your accommodation (in EUR monthly)
500
Please explain why did you choose this type of accommodation (describe the equipment of the flat/dormitory; internet connection; recommend what to bring with you; possibility of checking in in the evening or during a weekend)
Býval som na campuse, čo bol praktický omyl. Britské školy si z campusov vylepšujú svoje "nízke" príjmy zo školného, takže za veľa peňazí dostanete malú, chladnú a vlhkú izbu (kúri sa od novembra s intenzitou hodinu dve denne na max a potom zvyšok na nulu) v cene, za ktorú by ste mohli mať v meste vlastný jednoizbový byt. Ak sa však chcete účastniť Erasmu kvôli nekonečnej párty plnej drugs, sex and však viete (ako väčšina účastníkov nášho zájazdu), tak je campus to správne miesto pre vás (menej už však UK).
How long before the start of the study abroad period should the search for accommodation be started? What searching methods would you recommend?
Where can students have/buy their meals?
V UK pochopíte, že jedlo je na to, aby sa žilo. Nežije sa preto, aby sa jedlo.
What are the prices of basic foodstuffs? (Please compare them with the Czech Republic.)
Dvakrát viac. Sainsbury's mi prišlo ako dobrý kompromis medzi cenou a výkonom.
How to get to the place of study, approximate ticket prices, tips for purchasing tickets
Ryan z Bratislavy do Bristolu, potom bus do Newportu.
What are the possibilities of local transport (public transport system, bicycle, walking; approximate costs)?
Vlaky sú drahé a to veľmi. Jazdiť po UK je rozumné výhradne autobusmi (nationalexpress.com) so zakúpenou coachcard. Prípadne vychádzať so študentmi, britská mládež nepovažuje auto za viac ako nové tenisky, takže sa tak s nimi môžete dostať kdekoľvek a kedykoľvek relatívne rýchlo a lacno. Mestská doprava 1,3 libry za jazdu, ak máte radi dlhé prechádzky ste za vodou.
What formalities should be arranged after arrival (e.g. residence permit)?
What type of health insurance did you use? (approximate cost, advantages, disadvantages, does the host institution require any special type of insurance?)
Did you have experience with medical treatment abroad? (select)
Did you work during your study abroad period?
no
What are the working conditions for Czech/international students?
Tips for free time activities (sport, culture, trips; are they expensive?)
V. Finance
How much was your Erasmus scholarship? (EUR/month)
583
What other financial resources did you use? (select)
parents' financial support your own savings
What were you average total monthly expenses? (EUR/month)
750
a) food (out of the total sum)
180
b) accommodation (out of the total sum)
500
c) free time, travelling (out of the total sum)
70
To what extent did the Erasmus scholarship cover your expenses? (in%)
77
Had you received the first payment of your Erasmus grant before your study period abroad started?
no
If NOT, then when did you receive it?
How did you receive your Erasmus scholarship?
prevod.
You experience with bank services / accounts (do you recommend to open a bank account abroad, using Czech bank cards abroad)?
mbank výbery z bankomatu zdarma všade.
Were you charged any fees by the host institution (for the issuance of your student card, insurance, copying, study materials, etc.)?
VI. Academic recognition of your studies abroad by the home institution
How many ECTS did you obtain during your study abroad period?
30.0
How many ECTS were academically recognized/transferred by your home institution?
0.0
Under which status were the courses studied abroad recognized by your home institution? (select and specify - list respective courses)
Had you been informed before you departed abroad which courses will be recognized by your home institution? (select)
yes
What is the procedure of academic recognition like at your home insitution? (What are the steps you have to follow, what are the problems you can meet?)
Neprebieha, náš obor kredity získané na cudzej škole neuznáva - snáď ako jediný v EÚ, čím úspešne popiera celý zmysel daného systému. Musel som si dohodnúť Individuální studijní plán a študovať domácu i zahraničnú školu zároveň.
VIII. Final evaluation, your tips, recommendations
Please evaluate how beneficial was the study abroad period from the academic/professional point of view. (1=best 5=worst)
1
Please evaluate how beneficial was the study abroad period from your personal point of view. (1=best 5=worst)
1
Please evaluate generally your Erasmus study period abroad. (1=best 5=worst)
2
Please evaluate the information and support that you received from your home institution. (1=best 5=worst)
3
Do you find the study abroad offer provided by your home institution sufficient as for the possibility of selecting a convenient study abroad destination? (select)
no
If NOT, please give us your comments.
Žiadne filmové školy v ponuke.
Please evaluate the information and support that you received from your host institution. (1=best 5=worst)
3
Would you be you interested in some other (not necessarily Erasmus) study/work abroad opportunity? (select)
yes, I would prefer a job/work opportunity
Do you think that having a study abroad experience will help you to find a job? (select)
yes
Do you think that, based on your Erasmus experience, you would consider working abroad after finishing your university studies? (select)
yes
Once your Erasmus study abroad period has ended, which of the aspects related to it do you appreciate most? (please select, more options can be ticked)
Deepening your expertise and knowledge Other academic benefits Professional benefit Language skills improvement Living abroad as a life experience Independence, self-sufficiency
Did you experience any serious problems during your study abroad period?
Do you have any suggestions for your followers (e.g. what to take with them)?
Newport nie je miesto na život, ale na prežívanie (bezdomovci, alkoholici, feťáci, prostitútky, odpadky, potulujúca sa špinavá mládež, deti súložiace na autobusových zastávkach, díleri v telefónnych búdkach a mnohé iné). Po všetkých stránkach hodnotnejšie mesto je 15 minút vzdialený Cardiff, ktorý stojí za bližší kultúrny prieskum (trávil som v ňom väčšinu svojho času).
Please provide your comments and ideas on the functioning of the Erasmus programme.
Link to your photo gallery, blog, etc.
Select file/No file selected
IX. Coordinator's comments
Comments and additional information by the Erasmus coordinator of the home institution
Student dostal první splátku stipendia před odjezdem. Převod financí byl učiněn devět dní před odjezdem studenta. ECTS kredity byly uznány - domácí instituce uznává získané ECTS kredity ze SMS stáží v plné výši.
