My semester abroad in Bali with studiesNetwork – a review
Unfortunately, I did not spend a semester abroad during my bachelor’s degree, which I later very much regretted. I am someone who likes to learn new languages and cultures and finds it exciting to get to know people from other backgrounds. That’s why it was clear to me that I absolutely wanted to spend a semester abroad during my master’s degree. However, I also had to consider my limited budget when looking for suitable options. I also wanted to study in a somewhat unusual location and thus expand my experience in a foreign culture. That’s how I came across studiesNetwork, which takes over the bureaucratic part of applying for a semester abroad in Asia and helps with organizational issues.
I was particularly interested in the official cooperation between studiesNetwork and the Faculty of Economics & Business at Udayana University in Bali, which has existed for many years. The courses offered were a perfect match for my areas of focus in marketing and start-up management at the University of Graz. In addition, a voluntary course in Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia) was included in the semester plan, which met exactly my expectations.
After reading some testimonials from other participants, I chose Bali and studiesNetwork. The application deadline for the winter semester ended on June 15 and all necessary documents for the application and for the visa application were provided early by studiesNetwork.
During the application phase, I was able to contact studiesNetwork at any time by email or telephone and always received timely answers to my questions. I was also supported by Prof. Passon’s team in preparing my trip and finding suitable accommodation. This allowed me to concentrate fully on my studies and enjoy my time in Bali. During my semester abroad, I had the opportunity to gain many new experiences and develop myself personally. I have not only expanded my knowledge in my area of expertise, but also strengthened my intercultural skills. The collaboration with the other students and lecturers was very rewarding and showed me how important it is to broaden my horizons.
Conclusion
Overall, I was very satisfied with the application process and the support from studiesNetwork. The on-site support was also very good and I always felt in good hands. I can recommend a semester abroad in Bali to anyone who wants to gain new experiences and, above all, develop themselves personally.
